Canon EOS C300 Mark III Body Only

Canon C300 Mark III EF Mount Overview

The Canon EOS C300 Mark III Digital Cinema Camera, which features a Super 35mm Dual Gain Output sensor with up to 16 stops of high dynamic range capability for superior HDR recording and low noise. The EF lens mount offers compatibility not only with Canon's existing broad range of DSLR lenses but also with their line of EF-mount cinema prime, zooms, and even 2.0 and 1.33 anamorphic lenses. The mount is also interchangeable with a separately available PL mount by the end user.

The sensor is paired with the Canon DiGIC DV7 image processor, which uses the sensor's raw information and processes it for various applications such as high frame rate recording, raw recording, HDR-PQ output, electronic image stabilization (EIS), and proxy recording. The camera records up to DCI 4K resolution video to dual CFexpress cards, and an SD card slot is available to record additional images. High frame rates up to 120 fps can be recorded in 4K raw, and up to 180 fps in 2K cropped mode. Canon's Cinema RAW Light and XF-AVC recording formats are supported, providing DCI 4K images with a 10-bit, 4:2:2 Long GOP codec. Proxy recording is also supported, which allows a significant boost to your post-production speed.

For more flexibility during post-production, the camera also offers Canon's Log 2 and Log 3 gamma modes, which results in excellent tonal reproduction in the highlight and low-light regions of an image, and an expanded dynamic range. The C300 Mark III also supports custom user LUTs that can be utilized on monitors, the LCD, or viewfinder to ensure the most accurate color. Canon's Dual Pixel CMOS AF (autofocus) support allows you to not only provide accurate autofocus, but it also features touch AF and face detection.

The camera features up to 12G-SDI output over a single BNC cable, timecode I/O, and genlock input BNCs. It supports up to 4-channel audio using the internal mic, mini-mic input, and XLR ports, and an expansion unit can be added to support up to four XLR inputs. The body has a modular design that can either be stripped down completely or be built up using the included handle, 4.3" rotating touchscreen LCD unit with full controls, grip, and thumb rest.

Canon Super 35 Dual Gain Output (DGO) SensorThe EOS C300 Mark III features Canon's next-generation Super 35mm Dual Gain Output (DGO) Sensor. This new sensor is capable of dynamic ranges in excess of 16 stops and is compatible with Canon's exclusive Dual Pixel CMOS Autofocus technology. The DGO Sensor is a newly developed imaging system that generates high dynamic range and maintains low-noise levels by reading out each pixel with different gains. It combines images using pixels shot with a saturation-prioritizing amplifier for bright areas, and a lower-noise, noise-prioritizing amplifier for darker areas.

DIG!C DV7 Image ProcessorThe EOS C300 Mark III features Canon's DIG!C DV7 image processor that takes the extensive raw information captured from the imaging sensor and processes it for output. DiG!C is also the engine behind features such as high frame rate recording, Dual Gain Output (DGO) Sensor, Dual Pixel Autofocus, Cinema Raw Light Recording, HDR (PQ) output, Electronic Image Stabilization, and proxy recording.

Canon C300 Mark III EF Mount Specs

Imaging

• Lens Mount: Canon EF

• Lens Communication: Yes, with Autofocus Support

• Image Sensor: 26.2 x 13.8 mm (Super35) CMOS

• Sensor Resolution:

 – Actual: 9.6 MP (4206 x 2280)

 – Effective: 8.85 MP (4096 x 2160)

• Image Stabilization: No

• Built-In ND Filter: Mechanical Filter Wheel with 2-Stop (1/4), 4-Stop (1/16), 6-Stop (1/64), 8-Stop (1/256), 10-Stop (1/1024)

• Internal Filter Holder: No

• Capture Type: Stills & Video

Exposure Control

• Shutter Type: Electronic Rolling Shutter

• Shutter Speed: 1/2000 to 1/12 sec

• Shutter Angle: 11.25° to 360°

• ISO / Gain Sensitivity:

 – Native: 100 to 102,400

 – Gain: -6 to 54 dB (Extended: -2 to 54 dB)

• Dynamic Range: 16 Stops

• White Balance: 2000 to 15,000K (Custom 1, Custom 2, Daylight, Tungsten)

Focus

• Focus Modes: Automatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus

Video Capture

• Internal Recording:

 – Cinema RAW Light 10-Bit (4096×2160, 2048×1080, 1920×1080)

 – XF-AVC (DCI 4K, UHD 4K, 1080p, 1080i, DCI 2K, 720p)

• Fast / Slow Motion Support: Yes

• Gamma Curve: Canon Log 2, Canon Log 3, HDR-HLG, HDR-PQ, Rec.709, Wide DR

• Built-In Microphone: Mono

• Audio Recording: 4-Channel, 24-Bit / 48 kHz LPCM

Output / Connectivity

• Video Outputs:

 – 1× BNC (12G-SDI)

 – 1× BNC (Unspecified SDI)

 – 1× HDMI Output

• Audio I/O:

 – 2× XLR 3-Pin Inputs (+48V Phantom)

 – 1× 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Mic Input

 – 1× 3.5 mm TRS Headphone Output

• Power I/O: 1× XLR 4-Pin (24VDC at 2A)

• Other I/O:

 – 1× BNC (Timecode In/Out)

 – 1× 2.5 mm (LANC Control Input)

• Wireless: Wi-Fi (via Optional Adapter)

• Mobile App Compatible: No

• GPS: No

Media / Storage

• Memory Card Slots:

 – Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC

 – Dual Slot: CFexpress Type B (CFexpress 2.0)

• Internal Storage: No

Monitor & Viewfinder

• Display Type: Primary 4.3" Articulating Touchscreen LCD

• Viewfinder: Optional (Not Included)

Power

• Battery Type: Canon BP-A Series

• Power Consumption: >34 W

Body & Mounting

• Shoe Mounts:

 – 1× Cold Shoe

 – 1× Cold Shoe on Included Handle

• Accessory Threads:

 – 8× 1/4"-20 on Camera Body

 – 6× 1/4"-20 on Included Handle

General

• Netflix Approved: Yes

• Dimensions:

 – With Grip: 7.2 × 5.8 × 7.4 in / 183 × 148 × 189 mm

 – Without Grip: 6 × 5.8 × 6.6 in / 153 × 148 × 168 mm

• Weight:

 – Body Only: 3.86 lb / 1.75 kg

 – With Handle, Grip & Monitor: 5.38 lb / 2.44 kg

Packaging Info

• Package Weight: 14 lb

• Box Dimensions (L × W × H): 18.5 × 14.5 × 12.6 in

• EOS C300 Mark III Body
• LCD Monitor LM-V2
• LCD Attachment Unit LA-V2
• Unit Cable UN-5
• Camera Grip GR-V1
• Handle Unit
• Mic Holder Unit
• Battery Pack BP-A60
• Battery Charger CG-A20
• Compact Power Adapter CA-CP200B
• AC Power Cable
• Shoulder Strap SS-1200
• Extension System Attachment Bracket
• Thumb Rest
• Body Cap
• Allen wrenches and bolts