Canon XC10 4K Professional Camcorder
Features
- 1" CMOS Sensor and DIGIC DV 5 Processor
- UltraHD 4K at 29.97/23.98p
- H.264 Recording in MXF Wrapper
- Up to 305 Mbps 4K / 50 Mbps HD Recording
- SDHC/SDXC and CFast Card Slots
Description
With the XC10 4K Camcorder from Canon , professional UltraHD 4K recording capability is presented in package ergonomically designed for handheld operation and portability. The camera incorporates a 10x f/2.8 to 5.6 SLR-style manual zoom lens with auto and manual focus capability. The 4K recording in a compact form factor is made possible by the camera's 1" CMOS sensor that is backed by a DIGIC DV 5 image processor. With a 4224 x 3164 total resolution, it is able to capture video at up to 3840 x 2160 and 4:3 photos in up to 12-megapixels (4000 x 3000). The 8.9 to 89mm lens yields a 35mm equivalent focal length of 27.3 to 273mm in video mode and 24.1 to 241mm in the 4:3 photo modes. Video is recorded with H.264 compression and packed in the widely supported MXF wrapper. Bitrates 35 and 50 Mbps are available for 1080i/p recording, and there are 205 and 305 Mbps modes (depending on frame rate) for UltraHD 4K.
The size of the XC10 lends the camera to run-and-gun applications, such as documentary and many types of event shooting, where the larger form factor of an interchangeable lens cinema camera or DSLR might prove impractical. Another obvious use case for high performance in a small body is mounting on a medium-sized UAV such as a hexa-rotor. The camera features a hot shoe that supports Canon speed lights or works as a standard cold shoe for LEDs, microphones, or other third-party on-camera accessories. Still photos, user settings, and video up to and including 1080p are recorded to SDHC/SDXC memory cards. To handle the up to 305 Mbps bitrate of 4K video there is also a CFast card slot.
Features
DIGIC DV 5 Image Processor
Designed and built by Canon the DIGIC DV 5 Image Processor uses proprietary circuits and architecture designed to retain high image quality with minimal compression artifacting even when applying complex compression algorithms such as those required by H.264 - all while maintaining low power consumption and minimal heat output for better battery life and less chance of overheating
Canon Log Gamma and Wide DR Gamma
Canon Log records an image with subdued contrast and sharpness, which preserves a high dynamic range and presupposes colour grading in postproduction. Canon Log Gamma emphasises rich gradients from mid-range to highlights, resulting in up to 12-stops of dynamic range
For those who would rather not grade in post: Wide DR Gamma yields wide dynamic range by suppressing brightness while maintaining gradations but is designed to produce finished-looking images without requiring any colour grading in post-production
100 to 20,000 ISO Range
With a wide ISO range of 100 to 20,000 - coupled with iris and shutter speed control - the XC10 is able to electronically adjust to a range of lighting conditions, from broad daylight to dimly lit rooms. For those more experienced in the video world, there is also the option to use gain values rather than ISO. Gain can be set in the range of 0 to 42dB. To help avoid excessive noise, limits can be defined for both gain and ISO when using auto exposure modes
3" LCD Display
For monitoring, playback, and menu access, the XC10 features a 3", 1,030,000-dot LCD. It features a full 100% coverage so there will be no worries about pesky boom mics or other protrusion creeping into the edge of a shot unnoticed. The screen is capacitive-touch sensitive allowing you to access settings that do not have dedicated buttons provided
CFast and SD Card Slots
For every day photo and video capture (up to 1080p), there is an SDHC/SDXC card slot. An SD card can also be used to store user customisations. To accommodate the up to 305 Mbps that 4K video capture requires there is a separate CFast card slot
Ergonomic Design with Tilting Grip
You can always mount the XC10 to a tripod or other stabilisation device, but it is designed to be comfortable handheld as well. The handgrip features a photo/video mode selection toggle, record start/stop button, and exposure rotary all accessible by index finger for easy one-handed operation. The grip also tilts up to 90-degrees, helping you to shoot from high or low angles
SLR-Style Lens Operation
The 10x optical zoom lens features dedicated focus and zoom rings, providing the feel of a typical DSLR lens
Specifications
Image Sensor | |
Sensor | 16.0 mm CMOS |
Total Pixels | 13.36 MP (4224 x 3164) |
Effective Pixels | Movies: 8.29 MP (3840 x 2160) Photos: 12 MP (4000 x 3000) |
Processor | DIGIC DV 5 |
Colour Filter | RGB primary colour filter (Bayer array) |
Lens | |
Aperture | Maximum: f/2.8 to 5.6 Design: 8-blade iris diaphragm |
Focal Length | 8.9 to 89 mm 35mm Equivalent Movie Mode: 27.3 to 273 mm 35mm Equivalent Photo Mode: 24.1 to 241 mm |
Zoom | Optical: 10x |
ND Filters | 1 unit (single density) |
Image Stabilisation | Optical Digital |
Focus Control | AF Manual (via focus ring) |
Auto Focus Modes | Face Detection / Tracking AiAF (Photo Mode) Push AF Touch Focus |
Control Rings | Focus Ring Zoom Ring |
Auto Focus System | TTL-video signal sensing system |
Filter Diameter | 58 mm |
Exposure Control | |
Exposure Modes | Auto Programmed AE (P) Shutter Priority AE (Tv or Aperture) Priority AE (Av) Manual Exposure (M) Scene Modes: Portrait Sports Night Scene Snow Beach Sunset Low Light Spotlight Fireworks Other AE Modes Exposure Lock UAE Shift Highlight AE |
Gain | 0.0 to 42 dB (supports AGC limit) |
ISO Range | 100 to 20,000 (supports auto ISO limit) |
Shutter Speed Range | Not specified by manufacturer |
Recording Formats - Video | |
File Type | MXF |
Codec | MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 |
Video Resolutions | UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) 1080p/i (1920 x 1080) |
Frame Rates | 4K 29.97p, 23.98p 1080 59.94p, 59.94i, 29.97p , 23.98p 720p 119.98p Slow & Fast Motion Supported at 1080 resolution |
Bit Rates | 4K 305 Mbps: 29.97p, 23.98p 205 Mbps: 29.97p, 23.98p 1080 50 Mbps: 59.94p 35 Mbps: 59.94i, 29.97p, 23.98p |
Chroma Subsampling | 4:2:2, 8-bit |
Audio Encoding | Linear PCM: 16-bit/48kHz, 2-channel |
Timecode | Drop frame (PAL frame rates only) Non-drop frame Record run Free run Regeneration |
Picture Profiles | Standard EOS Standard Wide DR Cinema EOS Standard Canon Log User Setting 1 User Setting 2 |
Recording Formats - Photo | |
File Type | JPEG |
Resolutions | 10.66 MP: 4000 x 2664 (3:2) 12 MP: 4000 x 3000 (4:3) VGA: 640 x 480 (4:3) 8.29 MP: 3840 x 2160 (16:9) |
Shooting Modes | Single shot Continuous AF Continuous Interval Recording (for time-lapse) |
Simultaneous Photo / Video Capture | Photo grabs are possible at the current video resolution. Still image capture during video playback also possible |
Picture Profiles | Standard Portrait Landscape Neutral Sepia Monochrome User Setting 1 User Setting 2 |
Media | |
Recording Media | CFast: 4K: video SDHC / SDXC: HD video, photos, and camera settings |
LCD Display | |
Size | 7.7 cm diagonal |
Aspect Ratio | 3:2 |
Resolution | 1,030,000 dots |
Coverage | 100% |
Interface | Electrostatic capacitance-type touch panel, variable angle supported |
Functions | Colour bars Peaking Zebra pattern Markers digital |
2 x Digital magnification |
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Inputs/Outputs | |
HDMI Output | 1 x Mini-HDMI (HDMI 1.4) |
Output Signal | 4:2:2, 8-bit |
Output Resolutions | 59.94p/i: 1920 x 1080, 720 x 480 29.97p: 3840 x 2160, 1920 x 1080, 720 x 480 |
Audio Input | 1 x 3.5 mm input jack |
Headphone Jack | 1 x 3.5 mm output jack |
USB | 1 x Mini-USB type B |
Wi-Fi | 2.4 / 5 GHz |
General | |
White Balance | Auto Daylight Shade Cloudy Fluorescent Fluorescent H / Tungsten Flash (photo only) Colour Temperature 1 Colour Temperature 2 |
Power Requirements | 8.4 VDC |
Power Supply | CA-570 |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | Camcorder Only: 125 x 102 x 122 mm With Viewfinder and Lens Hood: 131 x 115 x 238 mm |
Weight | Camcorder Only: 930 g With Battery and Lens Hood: 1040 g |
In The Box
- Canon XC10 4K Professional Camcorder
- LP-E6N Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (7.2V, 1865mAh)
- CA-570 Compact AC Power Adapter
- Shoulder Strap
- Lens Cap
- Hood Unit
- Viewfinder Loupe
- HDMI Cable
- USB Cable
- RC-6 Wireless Remote Control
- SanDisk 64GB CFast 2.0 Memory Card
- CFast Card Reader
- Limited 1-Year Warranty
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Details
- Product: Canon XC10 4K Professional Camcorder
- Manufacturer: Canon
- Model: 0565C013
- SKU: 0565C013
- RM Product #: 26696