Canon launches five versatile 4K camcorders for content creators and a new PTZ camera model for high-end broadcasters

Canon Europe launches four professional camcorders - the XA65, XA60, XA75 and XA70 – alongside the prosumer LEGRIA HF G70 camcorder. The new camcorders are suited to a wide range of uses, including documentary, corporate events or education. Capable of capturing exceptional 4K quality content and HD UVC Streaming via USB-C , with advanced autofocus and face detection functionality, these models offer professional performance. All of them enable MP4 recording, while the four professional camcorders feature XF-AVC recording to support broadcast applications. 

High-quality 4K capture

With Canon’s line-up of compact camcorders, content creators can easily capture stunning 4K footage in any scenario. Powered with the DIGIC DV6 image processor and leveraging the 1/2.3” type CMOS sensor and 1.0-inch Type CMOS sensor respectively, the XA65/XA60 and XA75/XA70 are capable of shooting 4K UHD and Full HD images using over sampling for superior HD quality, making them perfect for a wide range of shooting scenarios. When coupled with Canon’s intelligent optical design, these camcorders offer impressive zoom functionality in a lightweight body. Achieving a 35mm equivalent focal length, the XA65/XA60 offer 20x optical zoom and the XA75/XA70 a 15x zoom. All professional models support 40x digital zoom, which extends to 800x in the XA65/XA60 and 600x in the XA75/XA70. With impeccable video capabilities, these models are also designed to improve operability with a new, large 3.5inch Touch Panel LCD Monitor and high-resolution Ocular EVF.

Precision focus, steady footage

With Canon’s precision AF systems, the XA65/XA60 and XA75/XA70 guarantee that content creators can lock onto their subjects and easily follow the action. Featuring Dual Pixel CMOS AF, the XA75/XA70 models are capable of fast and accurate focusing, which couples with the Dual Pixel focus guide to make manually focusing on a subject easy. The XA65/XA60 line-up employs an advanced Hybrid AF system for precise focusing even in low light situations. All offer adjustable focusing speeds for either fast or smooth AF, which can also be controlled via the 3.5inch LCD display, enabling operators to easily set the focus by touching a single AF point. For even greater accuracy and convenience, especially with busy environments where operators need to keep a subject in shot, Face Detection AF and Face Tracking is available. All feature manual focus, which can be set either by the focus/zoom ring, or the control ring on the lens of the XA75/XA70. Employing 5-axis image stabilization, these models capture steady, shake-free footage.

Versatile recording formats

Featuring a range of flexible recording options, the XA65/XA60 and XA75/XA70 seamlessly fit into professional workflows, whether capturing XF-AVC 4K UHD 160Mbps at 25P for broadcast, or a smaller more manageable codec of MP4 4K UHD 150Mbps at 25P. With a host of specialist recording options including Slow and Fast Motion, on screen display recording which embeds the date and time into the video image, and an infrared mode to capture footage in the dark, these camcorders can be used for a wide range of use cases. They can also be easily integrated into a multi-camera set up thanks to the custom picture menu, allowing users to colour match footage with other Canon cameras. For professional sound capture, the XA65/XA60 and XA75/XA70 have two XLR audio inputs and 4-channel linear PCM to set the recording level and input sensitivity.

Enhanced connectivity options

Canon’s new professional camcorders offer a range of connectivity options to enable simple and fast transmission of high-resolution video. The XA65/XA60 and XA75/XA70 can stream HD video in UVC via USB-Ci through a PC – great for education or houses of worship which increasingly offer both in-person and virtual services. All models feature HDMI output and simultaneous backup and relay recording via dual SD cards, with the XA65 and XA75 offering an additional 3G-SDI output.

Unlock your inner filmmaker

Designed for aspiring filmmakers and documentarians, the LEGRIA HF G70 is a multi-functional camcorder delivering professional capabilities in an easy-to-use form factor so they can shoot like a pro. Utilising a 1/2.3-type CMOS sensor and high quality 20x Zoom lens, this camcorder captures 4K UHD video in MP4 and oversampled HD footage for impeccable video resolution. HDMI and USB-C output enable users to turn the LEGRIA HF G70 into a web camera for high-quality video calls and sharing content online. Additional scene modes are also available, including night mode, on-screen display recording and audio scene mode, which adds sound recording that is tuned to the shooting environment.

The recommended retail prices (including VAT) and sales start info is below.

- Canon XA75 camcorder, 3 229,00 €, December 2022
- Canon XA70 camcorder, 2 589,00 €, December 2022
- Canon XA65 camcorder, 2 479,00 €, October 2022
- Canon XA60 camcorder, 1 829,00 €, October 2022
- Canon LEGRIA HF G70 camcorder, 1 299,00 €, October 2022

Today Canon Europe also announces the launch of the Canon CR-N700 – a 4K60P 4:2:2 10 bit PTZ camera with 12G-SDI connectivity, designed for professional broadcast, studios, and live event productions. Building on Canon’s broadcast heritage, the CR-N700 incorporates the intelligent AF from popular professional video cameras such as the EOS C70 and XF605, for precision focus across the entire pan, tilt and zoom range. With a host of powerful features, this launch expands Canon’s PTZ line-up, offering a PTZ camera for all types of productions and technical requirements.

Achieve broadcast quality, easily

To meet the current demands of broadcasters, the CR-N700 features a 1.0 Type CMOS sensor and DIGIC DV7 processor to deliver exceptional 4K UHD 60P 4:2:2 10-bit imagery, for truly immersive content. Capable of high-quality transmission, Canon’s newest PTZ camera allows content creators to stream 4K 60P over IP – perfect for remote and live broadcast productions. This impeccable image quality is also the result of the high-performance lens, which has a 15x optical zoom and a 30x advanced zoom when shooting in Full HD. When coupled with Canon’s renowned Image Stabilizer, broadcasters can capture smooth, steady footage even from a distance. This is ideal for shooting reality TV shows or even sports, when camera operators want to discreetly zoom in on the action. The CR-N700 also features a Night Mode, allowing operators to capture footage in near darkness thanks to an in-built IR cut filter. Along with the HDR formats in PQ or HLG, broadcasters can capture uncompromised footage in any lighting environments.

Breaking new ground for Canon’s line-up of PTZ cameras, the CR-N700 is equipped with fast, intelligent and extremely accurate focusing thanks to Canon’s proprietary Dual Pixel CMOS AF technology with advanced EOS iTR AF X. This deep learning autofocus locks onto a subject’s head, to track them as they move and even when they turn their face away. Eye Detection AF locks onto the subject’s pupil for even greater precision, while the Face Priority AF allows operators to prioritise a specific individual. This is ideal for scenarios where it’s imperative to stay locked onto the anchor throughout.

Superior connectivity, simple workflows

As with Canon’s entire range of PTZ cameras, the CR-N700 supports multiple protocols to seamlessly integrate with existing workflows. Designed to fit into the diverse production ecosystems of broadcasters, the CR-N700 features SRT and NDI|HX protocols for high quality 4K video streams, while FreeD enables integration with virtual productions. Broadcasters can easily create multi-camera set ups that meet their needs with these protocols and with Canon’s XC protocol it is possible to integrate the CR-N700 alongside other Canon Cinema EOS cameras such as the EOS C500 Mark II, EOS C300 Mark III or professional camcorders including the XF605 for a truly versatile set-up. It’s even possible to match other Canon cameras’ look with Canon Log 3 and Wide Dynamic Range picture settings. The flexible connectivity options include 12G-SDI and 3G-SDI, HDMI or IP (PoE++) which allow the seamless transmission of 4K60P, for high-quality consistent broadcasts. The CR-N700 also includes professional dual XLR audio inputs and GEN-LOCK, for different production needs.

Enhanced control

Canon’s latest PTZ camera offers the same intuitive control as other models in the line. The advanced drive mechanism enables movements as slow and precise as 0.1° /second meaning operators can capture cinematic shots. Compatible with both Canon’s RC-IP100 controller and Remote Camera Control Application controllers, as well as selected third-party controllers, this further simplifies integration with existing production set-ups. With the CR-N700’s crop function, broadcasters can take two separate feeds from a single PTZ camera. They can select a region of interest within the frame and output that as a separate feed in Full HD. This feature is perfect for productions with limited PTZ cameras on site.

Recommended retail price (including VAT) for Canon CR-N700 remote camera is 11 199,00 € and sales start is in December 2022.

Additional information, Product Intelligence Professional Olli Turtiainen, olli.turtiainen@canon.fi, tel. +358 40 7716226.