Canon EOS C700 FF User Manual
Digital Cinema Camera
Instruction Manual
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Highlights of the Camera
The Canon Digital Cinema Camera EOS C700 / EOS C700 PL / EOS C700 GS PL / EOS C700 FF /
EOS C700 FF PL has been designed to meet the demanding needs and highest expectations of industry
professionals. The following are just some of the many features that will help turn your creative vision into reality.
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4K Recording System with Cinema Quality
Advanced CMOS sensor
The camera features a Super 35mm-equivalent
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low-noise technology, the camera can record at a
wide range of sensitivity settings, from ISO 160 to
ISO 25600
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curves you can make the most of the image
sensor’s characteristics to obtain a very wide
dynamic range.
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The ISO speed range depends on the model and can be
extended.
Interchangeable lenses
With some models featuring different lens mounts
and shutter mechanisms, the camera offers the
freedom to use the lens you want in order to achieve
exactly the look you want. With the models featuring
an EF lens mount (
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Using the global shutter model (
can shoot fast-moving subjects without worrying
about rolling shutter distortions or artifacts. And
using compatible broadcast lenses
lenses (A 240), you will be able to control the
aperture and zoom using the camera
also supports the use of anamorphic lenses
(A 122).
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The optional MO-4E or MO-4P B4 Mount Adapter is
required.
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Depending on the lens used, you may need to connect
the 12-pin camera interface cable to the camera.
Choose your format – XF-AVC or ProRes
Using the XF-AVC format, the camera can use two
codecs (H.264 Intra-frame and H.264 Long GOP) so
you can select the video configuration from YCbCr
4:2:2, 10 bit, RGB 4:4:4, 10 or 12 bit, or YCbCr
4:2:0, 8 bit, to suit your creative needs. Using
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Apple’s ProRes format, you have the choice of the
10-bit ProRes 422 HQ codec, 12-bit ProRes 4444
codec and 10-bit ProRes 422 codec.
RAW recording and output exceeding 4K
You can use a recorder docked with the camera
(A 21) to record RAW video at over 4K
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same time, you can apply a LUT that meets the
ACES standard to video output from the MON.
terminals or the HDMI OUT terminal to use this video
output for on-set color grading (A 22).
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The resolution of RAW recordings depends on the model.
Recording media
The camera features two CFast card slots and an
SD card slot. It records main recording clips
(XF-AVC or ProRes) on the CFast cards. When you
insert two CFast cards in the camera, the camera
can record simultaneously on both cards (double
slot recording), or it can switch automatically to
recording on the other CFast card when a CFast
card becomes full (relay recording) (A 52). In
addition to the main recording, you can activate the
simultaneous sub recording (A 71). Sub recording
clips can be recorded on the CFast card (XF-AVC
Intra) or on the SD card (XF-AVC Proxy).
Operability and Adaptability
Expandable modular design
The sturdy camera body was designed with ease of
use and expandability in mind. It features a multitude
of screw holes of different diameters on its top and
bottom plates to offer a large number of options for
attaching additional accessories to the camera.
Using the optional EVF-V70 OLED Electronic
Viewfinder (17 mm (0.7 in.), 1920x1080 pixels/
approx. 6.22 million dots), OU-700 Remote
Operation Unit, SU-15 Shoulder Support Unit and
SG-1 Shoulder Style Grip Unit, you can quickly
optimize the camera for one-person operation or for
team operation from both sides, depending on your
needs (A 38).
The camera offers assignable buttons and a
customizable USER screen (using the screen
buttons) that you can customize to your preferences
from a large number of convenient functions
(A 127). Optional accessories offer additional
assignable buttons. Assign functions that you use
often to the assignable buttons you find most
convenient to personalize the camera to your needs
and preferences.
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Power options
You can power the camera using commercially
available V-mount batteries or power sources
connected to the DC IN 12V terminal (XLR 4-pin
jack) (A 26). The camera also offers power outputs
(24 V DC, 12 V DC or D-Tap) to supply power to
connected accessories (A 28).
Remote operation
You can attach the optional RC-V100 Remote
Controller to the camera to control it from a
distance. The remote controller lets you control a
wide range of camera settings (A 123).
Connect the camera to a network (Wi-Fi
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or wired)
to operate it remotely from a network device using
the Browser Remote application (A 170). Browser
Remote lets you check the live view image from the
camera, adjust main camera settings and change
the metadata embedded with XF-AVC clips.
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The optional WFT-E6 or WFT-E8 Wireless File Transmitter
is required.
Versatile Artistic Expression
Slow & fast motion (A 68)
Change the shooting frame rate to create a slow
motion effect or fast motion effect.
Custom picture settings
Select one of the preset color settings or set the
combination of gamma curve, color space and color
matrix that you wish to use. Then, you can adjust a
number of other image-related parameters in detail.
With wide color space options such as BT.2020
Gamut and Cinema Gamut, and the Canon Log 3
gamma curve, which keeps the characteristics of
the Canon Log gamma while expanding the
dynamic range, you can be sure that the camera
covers your creative needs.
Other Functions
IP streaming and FTP transfer
Connect the camera to a network (Wi-Fi6 or wired)
to stream live transmissions or breaking images via
IP and to transfer sub recordings (XF-AVC Proxy
clips) from the SD card to a remote server using the
FTP protocol.
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The optional WFT-E6 or WFT-E8 Wireless File Transmitter
is required.
Software for aiding production workflow
Canon XF Utility (A 161) lets you copy the XF-AVC
clips you recorded from your recording media to a
computer, play back the clips and organize them.
Cinema RAW Development (A 161) can develop
RAW data and export it as a standard file type such
as DPX or OpenEXR. You can also import an EDL to
recreate an edit created on NLE software. This helps
make a smooth transition to the color grading
process.
Dual Pixel CMOS AF and autofocus functions
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technology, which covers almost 80% of the
recording area, and offers various autofocus
functions (A 89): continuous AF, one-shot AF (to
use autofocus only when you choose) or
AF-boosted MF (to let you focus manually most of
the way and let the camera finish focusing
automatically). Using AF-boosted MF the camera
does not perform unreliable focus adjustments,
resulting in a smoother focusing operation than with
continuous AF.
The camera also features face detection (A 96),
tracking of moving subjects (A 97) and the Dual
Pixel Focus Guide function (A 90), a visual, intuitive
guide that you can use to check if the image is in
focus. This can be very helpful to ensure you always
get amazingly sharp video when shooting with
resolutions 4K and higher.
Assistance functions
The camera offers a number of assistance functions,
such as peaking and magnification (A 90),
onscreen markers (A 98), zebra patterns (A 99),
B&W image (A 195), false color display (A 100)
and waveform monitor (A 115) that you can
display on an optional viewfinder or on external
monitors connected to the MON. terminals or HDMI
OUT terminal. When using a logarithmic gamma
curve, you can also apply a LUT (A 155) for easier
monitoring.
Other helpful features
• Five levels of ND filter (A 78).
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correction (A 75).
• In-camera correction for peripheral illumination
and chromatic aberration (A 47).
• Built-in level (electronic horizon) (A 40).
• Illuminated buttons for night time or black-out
operation.
• Monaural built-in microphone for note taking.
• Customizable onscreen displays (A 139).
• Three sets of customizable My Menu submenus
(A 35).
• Menu settings file that can be saved in the camera
or on an SD card to restore all the menu settings
or replicate them perfectly on another C700 series
camera (A 140).
• Improved clip name format with more information
for easier identification and organization of clips
(A 62).
• Metadata and geotagging (A 118, 120, 180).
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Table of Contents
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1. Introduction 11
About this Manual 11
Conventions Used in this Manual 11
Supplied Accessories 12
Names of Parts 13
Microphone Holder 18
Handle Unit 18
Clamp Base 19
EVF-V70 OLED Electronic Viewfinder
(optional) 20
4K Workflow Overview 21
Color Grading with the ACES Workflow 22
2. Preparations 23
Preparing the Backup Battery 23
Removing an Extension Module 23
Inserting the Lithium Button Battery 24
Installing an Extension Module 24
Preparing the Main Power Supply 26
Acceptable Power Sources 26
Using a Battery 26
Using the DC IN 12V Terminal 27
Checking the Camera’s Power Levels 27
Power Outputs 28
Turning the Camera On and Off 28
Date, Time and Language Settings 29
Setting the Date and Time 29
Changing the Language 29
Changing Camera Settings with the Screen
Buttons 30
Using the Menus 32
Selecting an Option from the Camera Menu 32
Selecting an Option from the Monitoring Menu 33
Using the Customized Submenu (My Menu) 35
Preparing the Camera 38
Shooting Configurations 38
Attaching the Handle Unit 40
Using a Tripod 40
Using the Optional EVF-V70 OLED Electronic
Viewfinder 41
Attaching the Microphone Holder 43
Preparing the Lens 44
In-Camera Lens Correction 47
Preparing Recording Media 48
Compatible Recording Media 48
Inserting a CFast Card 49
Removing a CFast card 49
Inserting and Removing an SD Card 50
Initializing Recording Media 51
Switching Between the CFast Card Slots 52
Relay Recording and Double Slot Recording 52
Checking the Remaining Recording Time on
Recording Media 53
Recovering Clips 53
Adjusting the Black Balance 54
3. Recording 55
Recording Video 55
Recording 55
Onscreen Displays on the HOME Screen 57
Onscreen Displays on the Shooting Screen 59
Setting the Clip File Name 62
Using the Fan 64
Video Configuration: Video Format, Sensor Mode,
System Frequency, Frame Rate, Resolution
and Bit Rate 65
Selecting the Main Recording Format 65
Selecting the Sensor Mode 65
Selecting the System Frequency 65
Selecting the Frame Rate 65
Selecting the Resolution and Color Sampling
Settings 66
Selecting the Bit Rate 66
Slow & Fast Motion Recording 68
Simultaneous Sub Recordings 71
Changing Main Camera Functions with the FUNC
Button 73
Using the Direct Setting Mode 73
Shutter Speed 74
Changing the Shutter Speed Mode and Value 75
ISO Speed/Gain 76
Changing the ISO Speed or Gain Value 77
Using the Control Dial 77
ND Filter 78
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Adjusting the Aperture 79
Manual Aperture 80
Momentary Automatic Aperture - Push Auto
Iris 81
Automatic Aperture 81
Exposure Compensation - AE Shift 82
Light Metering Mode 82
Gamma Curve and Main Color Settings 84
Preset Color Settings 84
White Balance 86
Selecting the White Balance Mode/Setting 86
Auto White Balance (AWB) 87
Registering a Custom White Balance 87
Adjusting the Color Temperature or CC Value 88
Renaming User-Set White Balance Settings 88
Adjusting the Focus 89
Manual Focus 90
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Onscreen Markers, Zebra Patterns and False
Color 98
Displaying Onscreen Markers 98
Displaying Zebra Patterns 99
Using the False Color Display 100
Setting the Time Code 101
Selecting the Time Code Mode 101
Selecting Drop or Non-Drop Frame 102
Putting the Time Code Display on Hold 102
Setting the User Bit 104
One-Shot AF 92
AF-Boosted MF 93
Continuous AF 94
Changing the AF Frame Size and
Face Detection 96
Tracking a Specific Subject 97
Synchronizing with an External Device 105
Connecting an External Device 105
Reference Video Signal Input (Genlock
Synchronization) 106
Time Code Signal Input 106
Reference Video Signal Output 107
Time Code Signal Output 107
Recording Audio 108
Audio Settings and Recorded Audio
Channels 108
Connecting an External Microphone or External
Audio Input Source to the Camera 109
Setting the Audio Input Type for the INPUT 1/
INPUT 2 Terminals 110
Selecting the Audio Input Source for Audio
Channels 111
Adjusting the Audio Recording Level 111
Additional Settings for External Analog
Microphones 112
Monitoring the Audio with Headphones 113
Colors Bars/Audio Reference Signal 114
Color Bars 114
Audio Reference Signal 114
Waveform Monitor 115
Displaying the Waveform Monitor 115
Configuring the Waveform Monitor 115
Adding an $ Mark or % Mark to a
Recording 117
Using Metadata 118
Setting a User Memo Created with Canon XF
Utility 118
Entering Information About the Recording 119
Recording GPS Information (Geotagging) 120
Using Anamorphic Lenses 122
Using the Optional RC-V100 Remote
Controller 123
Taking Photos 125
Taking Photos 125
Photo Numbering 125
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4. Customization 127
Assignable Buttons and Customizable USER
Screen 127
Changing the Assigned Function and Using an
Assignable Button 127
Assignable Functions 128
Customizing and Using the USER Screen 130
Custom Picture Settings 131
Selecting Custom Picture Files 131
Editing a Custom Picture File’s Detailed
Settings 131
Resetting Custom Picture Files 132
Renaming Custom Picture Files 132
Protecting Custom Picture Files 132
Copying Custom Picture Files 133
Embedding Custom Picture Settings in a
Clip 133
Available Custom Picture Settings 134
Customizing Onscreen Displays 139
Saving and Loading Camera Settings 140
Saving Camera Settings 140
Loading Camera Settings 140
5. Playback 141
Playback 141
The PLAY (Playback Control) Screen 141
Selecting the Recording Media and Format to Play
Back 142
Playing Back Clips 142
Onscreen Displays During Playback 144
Clip/Photo Operations 145
Displaying Clip Information 145
Adding and Deleting $ Marks or % Marks 146
Deleting Clips and Photos 147
Deleting the User Memo and GPS
Information 147
Copying a Custom Picture File Embedded in a
Clip 148
6. External Connections 149
Video Output Configuration 149
Main Recording Video Configuration and Video
Output Configuration from
the SDI OUT Terminals 149
Main Recording Video Configuration and Video
Output Configuration from the
MON. Terminals and HDMI OUT
Terminal 150
Playback Video Configuration and Video Output
Configuration by Terminal 151
Connecting to an External Monitor or
Recorder 152
Connection Diagram 152
Using the SDI OUT Terminals 152
Using the MON. Terminals 153
Using the HDMI OUT Terminal 154
Superimposing Onscreen Displays on Video
Outputs 154
Applying a LUT to Video Outputs 155
Using a User LUT 157
Audio Output 160
Working with Clips on a Computer 161
Saving Clips to a Computer 161
Developing RAW Clips 161
7. Network Functions 163
About the Network Functions 163
Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network 164
Attaching the Optional Wireless File
Transmitter 164
Camera Access Point 165
Connecting in Infrastructure Mode 165
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) 166
Searching for Access Points 167
Connecting to a Wired (Ethernet) Network 168
Checking the Network’s Status and Settings 169
Checking and Changing Network Settings 169
Browser Remote: Controlling the Camera from a
Network Device 170
Setting Up Browser Remote 170
Starting Browser Remote 171
Using Browser Remote 173
IP Streaming 182
Preparations 182
Streaming Video over IP 183
FTP File Transfer 185
Preparations 185
Transferring Clips (FTP Transfer) 186
8. Camera Menus 187
Setup Screens and Menu Options 187
Setup screens 187
Camera Menu and Monitoring Menu 190
9. Using the CDX-36150 Recorder 203
Preparations 203
Attaching the CDX-36150 Recorder to the
Camera 203
Removing the CDX-36150 Recorder 204
Powering the CDX-36150 Recorder 204
Initializing a Capture Drive 205
Recording with the CDX-36150 Recorder 206
Video Configuration 206
Shooting frame rates during slow & fast
motion 207
Main Recording Video Configuration and Video
Output Configuration from
the SDI OUT Terminals 209
Main Recording Video Configuration and Video
Output Configuration from the MON.
Terminals and HDMI OUT Terminal 210
Sub Recording on a CFast or SD Card 211
Playing Back Recordings from the Capture
Drive 211
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10. Additional Information 215
Displaying the INFO Screens 215
Troubleshooting 219
List of Messages 224
Handling Precautions and Safety Instructions 229
Maintenance/Others 232
Optional Accessories 233
Specifications 235
Appendix: Compatible Lenses and Functions 240
Appendix: Camera Dimensions 242
Approximate Recording Times 247
Index 249
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Introduction
This indicates to press the
MENU button on the camera
or EVF button on the optional
viewfinder.
Brackets [ ] indicate text as it appears on the
camera’s control display or on the screen of a
monitoring device.
This arrow indicates a deeper
level in the menu hierarchy or
the next step in a procedure.
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About this Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Canon EOS C700 / EOS C700 PL / EOS C700 GS PL / EOS C700 FF /
EOS C700 FF PL. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camera and retain it for future reference.
Should the camera fail to operate correctly, refer to
Conventions Used in this Manual
• IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camera’s operation.
• NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
• A: Reference page number.
• []qr: Text that applies only to the model shown in the icon.
• The following terms are used in this manual.
“Monitoring screen” refers to the screen of a monitoring device (either the optional EVF-V70 OLED Electronic
Viewfinder or an external monitor connected to one of the camera’s MON. terminals or HDMI OUT terminal).
“SD card” refers to an SD, SDHC or SDXC memory card.
“Recording media” refers to CFast cards, SD cards and Codex Capture Drive 2.0 media.
• “The optional viewfinder” refers to the optional EVF-V70 OLED Electronic Viewfinder.
• “CDX-36150 Recorder” refers to the commercially available CDX-36150 Codex Recorder for Canon EOS
C700.
• Photographs in the manual are simulated pictures taken with a still camera. Screenshots in the manual are
from the C700 or C700 FF. Furthermore, some screenshots have been altered to make them easier to read.
• Illustrations in the manual show the Canon EOS C700 camera with a Canon EF50mm f/1.4 USM lens
attached.
• The following style is used to represent menu selections. The first word (in the thick, bold typeface) indicates
the button you need to press on the camera (in the case of “EVF”, on an optional EVF-V70 OLED Electronic
Viewfinder connected to the camera) to open the required menu. For a detailed explanation on how to use the
menus, refer to
the appendix
Setup Screens and Menu Options
Using the Menus
(A 32). For a summary of all available menu options and settings, refer to
Troubleshooting
(A 187).
(A 219).
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Selecting the Main Recording Format
1 Open the [Main Rec Format] submenu.
[Rec/Media Setup] (3) > [Main Rec Format]
• Alternatively, from the camera menu: [S&F FPS] > [OPTIONS] > [Main Rec Format].
2 Select [XF-AVC (CFast)] or [ProRes (CFast)] and then press SET.
Supplied Accessories
Supplied Accessories
The following accessories are supplied with the camera.
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Battery Adapter for
V-Mount Batteries
Control Display Cover
Reinforcement Plate for the
CDX-36150 Recorder
including 0.64 cm,
1/4" fixation screws (x 2)
1
Comes pre-attached to the camera.
2
Used to secure the optional WFT-E6 or WFT-E8 Wireless File Transmitter or optional GP-E1 GPS Receiver when it is attached to
the camera.
3
Used to secure the CDX-36150 Codex Recorder for Canon EOS C700 when it is docked with the camera.
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Handle Unit Microphone Holder Clamp Base
1
Body Cap
Hex Wrenches (x 2)
(for 0.64 cm, 1/4" screws/
for M4 bolts)
Tape Measure Hooks1 (x 2) Extension Unit Attachment Bracket
CR2025 Lithium Button Battery Rubber Anti-Slip Feet (x 4)
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Names of Parts
* Illuminated buttons (A 199).
1 MAGN. (magnification) button (A 92)/
Assignable button Camera 1 (A 127)
2 PEAKING button (A 91)/
Assignable button Camera 2 (A 127)
3 ND FILTER +/– buttons (A 78)
4 FALSE COLOR button (A 100)/
Assignable button Camera 3 (A 127)
5 WFM (waveform monitor) button (A 115)/
Assignable button Camera 4 (A 127)
6 Tape measure hook and focal plane mark
7 Control dial (A 77, 80)
8 CUSTOM (customize the control dial’s function)
switch (A 77)
9 PUSH AUTO IRIS (momentary automatic aperture)
button (A 81)
10 USER (user-defined setup screen) button
(A 130)
11 ALT (alternative setup screen) button (A 188)
12 Screen buttons (A 30)
13 Control display (A 30)
14 HOME (home setup screen) button (A 30, 187)
15
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button (A 28)
16 C (key lock) button (A 56)
17 MENU (camera menu) button (A 32)
18 REC (start/stop recording) button (A 55)
19 Tally lamp (A 55)
20 Speaker (A 56)
21 PLAY (playback mode) button (A 141)
22 TC (time code) button (A 101, 189)
23 BACK (go back to previous screen) button
(A 30, 32)
24 SELECT dial/SET button (A 30, 32)
25 INFO (information screens) button (A 215)
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1D-TAP terminal (A 28)
2 Cable clamp
3 Exhaust ventilation outlet (A 64)
4 Tally lamp (A 55)
5 System extension terminal (A 120, 164)
6 REC (start/stop recording) button (A 55)
7 SLOT SEL. (CFast card selection) button
(A 52, 142)
8Serial number
9 Air intake vent (A 64)
10 Tape measure hook and focal plane mark
11 Audio input selection switches: for INPUT 1 (top),
for INPUT 2 (bottom) (A 108, 110)
12 ANALOG (analog audio source selection)
switches: for INPUT 1 (top), for INPUT 2 (bottom)
(A 108, 110)
13 SD card slot cover switch (A 50)
14 SD CARD access indicator (A 50)
15 CFast (CFast card slot A) and CFast (CFast
card slot B) access indicators (A 49)
16 CFast card slot cover switches: for CFast (top),
for CFast (bottom) (A 49)
17 SD card slot cover (A 50)
18 SD card slot (A 50)
19 CFast card slot covers: for CFast (top), for
CFast (bottom)
20 CFast card slots: for CFast (top), for CFast
(bottom) (A 49)
21 CFast card release switches: for CFast (top),
for CFast (bottom) (A 49)
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Names of Parts
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PL lens mount (A 46)
1 MIC (microphone) terminal (A 109)
2VIDEO terminal (A 41)
For connecting the optional EVF-V70 OLED
Electronic Viewfinder.
3 DC OUT 24V 2A (power output) terminal (A 28)
4 DC OUT 12V 2A (power output) terminal (A 28)
5 CTRL (controller) terminal (A 38)
For connecting the optional OU-700 Remote
Operation Unit.
6LENS terminal (A 44)
7 EF-S lens mount index (A 44)
8 EF lens mount index (A 44)
9 Lens mount handles
10 Built-in monaural microphone (A 110)
11 REC (start/stop recording) button (A 55)
12 EF lens contacts (A 44)
13 ONE-SHOT AF (focus automatically once) button
(A 92)/Assignable button Camera 5 (A 127)
14 Bayonet ring handles
15 PL lens index pin (A 46)
16 PL lens contacts (A 46)
17 Bayonet ring
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2
3
4
5
6
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Removing and Attaching the Terminal Covers
You can remove the covers of the camera’s terminals to access them more easily. The terminal cover of the
terminals below the MIC terminal (on the camera’s front side) is common to all 6 terminals. Terminal covers for
other terminals can be removed by removing the small screw using a Phillips head (“crosshead”) screwdriver.
Be careful not to lose the terminal covers or fixation screws once removed.
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MON. 1
MON. 2
GENLOCK/
SYNC OUT
TIME CODE
IN/OUT
HDMI
OUT
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2
3
4
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18
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(with the supplied battery adapter attached to the camera)
(with no extension module attached to the camera)
1 V-mount battery plate (A 26)
2 V-shaped battery mount (V-mount)
3 Battery release latch (A 26)
4 Battery contacts
5 Extension module mounting unit (A 23, 24)
6 Extension module connector
7 Compartment cover for the lithium button battery
(A 24)
8 Cable clamp
9 TIME CODE IN/OUT terminal (A 105, 106, 107)
10 GENLOCK terminal (A 105, 106)/
SYNC OUT (synchronizing signal output) terminal
(A 105, 107)
11 MON. terminals: MON. 1 (top), MON. 2 (bottom)
(A 149, 153)
12 SDI OUT terminals: from top to bottom SDI OUT 1
to SDI OUT 4 (A 149, 152)
13 REMOTE B terminal
14 REMOTE A terminal
For connecting the optional RC-V100 Remote
Controller (A 123) or commercially available
remote controllers.
15 (Ethernet) terminal (A 168)
16 (Ethernet) indicator
17
×
(headphone) terminal (A 113, 143)
18 INPUT terminals (XLR): INPUT 1 (top), INPUT 2
(bottom) (A 109, 110)
19 HDMI OUT terminal (A 149, 154)
20 DC IN 12V terminal (A 27)
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Names of Parts
1 Tape measure hooks and focal plane marks
Use the hooks to accurately measure the distance
from the focal plane.
2 Screw holes for 1/4"-20 mounting screws (10 mm
(0.39 in.) deep)
Total of 36 on the top plate and 16 on the bottom
plate.
3 Screw holes for 3/8"-16 mounting screws
(12 mm (0.47 in.) deep)
Total of 10 on the top plate and 5 on the bottom
plate.
4 Screw holes for 1/4"-20 mounting screws (10 mm
(0.39 in.) deep)
Recommended mounting position for the optional
OU-700 Remote Operation Unit.
5 Socket for the extension unit attachment bracket
(A 120, 164)
6 Battery adapter release switch (A 23, 24)
7 Battery adapter’s fixation screws (2 on the top
plate, 2 on the bottom plate; M4) (A 23, 24)
8 Battery adapter for V-mount batteries
(A 23, 24, 26)
9 Rubber anti-slip feet
The screw holes on the bottom can be used to
attach the supplied rubber anti-slip feet as shown
in the illustration.
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Names of Parts
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4
5
2
3
1 Microphone lock screw
2 Microphone holder
3 Microphone cable clamp
4 Hex socket head fixation bolts (0.64 cm,
1/4"; 2 in total)
5 Through-holes for fixation bolts
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1 Screw holes for 1/4"-20 mounting screws
(10 mm (0.39 in.) deep, 9 in total)
2 Screw holes for 3/8"-16 mounting screws
(12 mm (0.47 in.) deep, 8 in total)
3 Hex socket head fixation bolts
(0.64 cm, 1/4"; 4 in total)
Microphone Holder (A 109)
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Handle Unit
(A 40)
Clamp Base (A 41)
1 Slider for an optional viewfinder’s clamp rail
2 Clamp rail locking screw
3 Hex socket head fixation bolts (0.64 cm, 1/4";
4 in total)
Names of Parts
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Names of Parts
* Illuminated buttons (A 199).
1 FUNC (main functions) button (A 73)/
Assignable button EVF 1 (A 127)
2 EVF (open the monitoring menu) button (A 33,
190)/Assignable button EVF 2 (A 127)
3 BACK (go back to previous screen) button
(A 30, 32)
4 Viewfinder (A 41)
5Eye sensor (A 42)
6Eyecup
7 Dioptric adjustment ring (A 42)
8 MAGN. (magnification) button (A 92)/
Assignable button EVF 3 (A 127)
9 FALSE COLOR button (A 100)/
Assignable button EVF 4 (A 127)
10 Swing arm locking screw (A 41)
11 Swing arm
12 VIDEO terminal (A 42)
13 Screw hole for 1/4"-20 mounting screws
(25 mm (0.98 in.) deep)
14 SELECT dial/SET button (A 32)
15 Joystick (A 32)/SET button (A 32)
16 Swing arm slider (A 41)
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19 20
17 Clamp rail: cable clamps
18 Screw holes for the clamp rail’s cable clamps
19 Clamp rail: rail end caps (A 41)
20 Clamp rail: slider locking pin (A 43)
EVF-V70 OLED Electronic Viewfinder (optional) (A 41)
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4K Workflow Overview
Recording Post-production
YCbCr
4:2:2 data
SD card
EDL
NLE software
Cinema
RAW
Development
Color
grading
2K recording
(XF-AVC Proxy)
RAW data
Proxy data
Full-quality
data
Proxy
data
CFast card
4K or 2K recording
(XF-AVC/ProRes)
CDX-36150
Recorder
4K recording
(RAW)
Extension module
connector (docking)
Internal recording
Internal recording
NLE Software
RAW
Plugin
Extension module
connector (docking)
4K or 2K recording
(ProRes)
CDX-36150
Recorder
The following illustrates the typical 4K workflow for this camera.
4K Workflow Overview
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Shoot in 4K mode (A 65).
You can record RAW data on a CDX-36150 Recorder docked with the camera. You can also record
Intra-frame (YCbCr 4:2:2) 4K data on a CDX-36150 Recorder or on a CFast card in the camera.
In addition to the main RAW recording, you can record simultaneously an additional sub recording
in the camera (A 71). You can use the CFast card (XF-AVC clips, 4K or 2K) or SD card (XF-AVC
Proxy clips, 2K), depending on the type of sub recording clips you need or how you intend to use
them in post-production.
After recording RAW data, you can develop the RAW data using the Cinema RAW Development
software (A 161) to generate full-quality data. Using the Canon RAW Plugin, you can work with
RAW recordings directly from supported NLE applications.
• You can also generate proxy data with the software.
• YCbCr 4:2:2 clips recorded on the CFast card can be treated as full-quality data without any additional
processing.
Transfer the 2K clips recorded in the camera or CDX-36150 Recorder, or proxy data generated by
the software, to your NLE system and edit offline (A 161).
Perform color grading based on the full-quality data.
4K Workflow Overview
Extension
module
connector
(docking)
CDX-36150
Recorder
Cinema RAW
Development
Color grading
Post-production
On-set Color Grading
ACES
proxy
Inverse log
ASC-CDL
MON. or HDMI OUT
output
RAW
data
OpenEXR
(ACES 1.0)
Input
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ASC-
CDL
4K recording
(RAW)
Output
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Output
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Color Grading with the ACES Workflow
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ACESproxy: ACESproxy video data that is output from the MON. terminals or HDMI OUT terminal when
performing on-set color grading. Select the [ACESproxy] option for the LUT setting of the
appropriate terminal (A 155) to enable ACESproxy output.
Input Transform: Refers to the table used for converting color information of the input device to ACES2065-1
color space.
Output Transform: Refers to the table used for mapping ACES2065-1 color space information to the specific
color information scheme used by the display device.
ASC-CDL: Refers to the list that contains color grading adjustment data. This step requires equipment
compatible with ASC-CDL.
Preparations
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Preparing the Backup Battery
The camera uses a CR2025 lithium button battery as a backup battery to ensure that the camera’s settings are
not lost when no other power source is connected to the camera. To install the supplied lithium button battery,
you will need to remove any extension modules attached to the camera*.
* The camera is shipped with the battery adapter for V-mount batteries attached.
Removing an Extension Module
The following procedure is explained using the battery adapter for V-mount batteries supplied with the camera
as example.
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1 Use the supplied hex wrench to remove the four fixation screws from the top and bottom of the
battery adapter.
2 Slide the battery adapter release switch in the direction of the arrow.
• The locking lever will pop out.
3 Pull the locking lever all the way up and pull the top of the battery adapter away from the camera.
4 Lift up the battery adapter and remove it from the camera.
5 Push down the locking lever until it clicks.
Preparing the Backup Battery
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Inserting the Lithium Button Battery
The camera features a built-in backup battery so the camera settings are not lost while you replace the lithium
button battery.
1 Make sure no power supply is connected to the DC IN 12V
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terminal.
2 Turn the lithium battery compartment cover to the OPEN
position and remove the cover.
• Use a coin or a similar tool. If you keep turning the cover beyond
the OPEN point, the cover will rise a little, making it easier to grab.
3 Insert the supplied lithium button battery with the + side
facing out.
4 Replace the cover and turn it to the LOCK position to lock it.
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• The built-in backup battery will be completely depleted if you do not
use the camera for about 1 month. Replacing the lithium button
battery in such case will reset all the camera’s settings to default
values. To avoid losing the settings, you can save them on an SD
card in advance (A 140).
• To recharge the built-in backup battery, turn off the camera and connect a sufficiently charged power source
(battery or DC IN 12V terminal). The built-in backup battery will be fully charged in about 24 hours.
Installing an Extension Module
The following procedure is explained using the battery adapter for V-mount batteries supplied with the camera
as example.
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• The locking lever will pop out. Once it does, pull the locking lever all the way up.
2 Attach the battery adapter to the camera and slide it down.
• Align the positioning protrusions on the battery adapter with the holes on the camera’s body.
3 Gently press the battery adapter toward the camera.
Preparing the Backup Battery
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4 Push down the locking lever until it clicks.
5 Using the supplied hex wrench, attach the four fixation screws to the top and bottom of the battery
adapter to secure it in place.
• When tightening the screws, tighten them lightly at first and then turn the supplied hex wrench about 45
degrees further. Applying a torque of 250 N·cm (2.5 N·m) or more may damage the screw threads.
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Preparing the Main Power Supply
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You can power the camera using a commercially available V-mount battery or the DC IN 12V terminal. Even
when a battery is attached, if a power source is connected to the DC IN 12V terminal, the camera will not draw
power from the battery.
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Acceptable Power Sources
When selecting commercially available batteries and power adapters, make sure the external power source
meets the following specifications and all the safety standards of the country/region where it is used. Closely
follow the manufacturer’s instructions regarding the use and maintenance of power sources.
Power source Specifications
Battery V-mount battery, 12 V to 20 V DC
Power adapter
(DC IN 12V terminal)
Using a Battery
The battery adapter for V-mount batteries comes attached to the camera. If it was removed, attach the battery
adapter in advance (A 24).
4-pin XLR plug (female connector), 11.5 V to 20 V DC, 10 A (acceptable maximum load current)
Attaching a Battery
1 Make sure the camera is turned off.
2 Align the V-shaped wedge on the battery to the V-mount on the
battery plate.
3 Gently press the battery down until it clicks in place.
Removing a Battery
1 Press the
2 While holding the battery release latch pressed down, slide the
battery up and remove it.
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button to turn off the camera.
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Using the DC IN 12V Terminal
1Press the
2 Connect the 4-pin XLR connector of the external power
supply to the camera’s DC IN 12V terminal.
• Make sure to turn off the camera before connecting or
disconnecting an external power source to/from the
camera’s DC IN 12V terminal.
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button to turn off the camera.
Checking the Camera’s Power Levels
You can check the voltage level of the power source used on the camera’s HOME screen, the shooting screen
that appears on monitoring devices (A 57, 59) and the [SYSTEM] screen* (
You can use the [System Setup] > [Low Power Warning] settings to set a critical power level
independently for the DC IN 12V terminal and battery. When the power input to the camera reaches the
predetermined level, the onscreen power indicator will change to red and a message will appear in the
[LIVE] screen. When using a battery compatible with BMS (battery management system), you can even set the
warning level as a percentage of the remaining battery charge instead of voltage.
* This screen shows only the voltage of the CDX-36150 Recorder’s power supply (DC IN or battery).
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• If the power supplied to the camera is at or below the level set for the power level warning (A 199), the
camera will not start recording.
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Power Outputs
The camera features three power outputs for accessories: the DC OUT 24V 2A terminal, the DC OUT 12V 2A
terminal and the D-TAP terminal on the battery adapter.
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Power output Specifications*
DC OUT 24V 2A terminal Fischer 3-pin connector, 24 V DC, 2.0 A (max.)
DC OUT 12V 2A terminal LEMO 2-pin connector, 12 V DC, 2.0 A (max.)
D-TAP terminal D-Tap connector, 50 W (max.)
* Actual levels may vary depending on the power source supplying the camera.
• Be sure to use the camera’s power outputs within the specifications given.
• When supplying power to external accessories, be careful of the polarity of the power connections.
Connecting the power supply incorrectly can cause malfunctions.
Turning the Camera On and Off
After connecting an appropriate power source to the camera, press
the
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starting up, the tally lamp will illuminate in red. When the camera is
ready to start recording, the tally lamp will change to green and the
HOME screen will be displayed on the camera’s control display.
To turn off the camera, press and hold the
the countdown that appears on the control display ends, the
camera will start the shutting down process and will turn off after a
few seconds.
button to turn on the camera. While the camera is
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Date, Time and Language Settings
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Date, Time and Language Settings
Setting the Date and Time
You will need to set the date and time on the camera before you can start using it. When you turn on the camera
for the first time or after the camera’s settings were reset, the [Date/Time] screen will appear automatically on the
control display with the time zone selected so you can set the camera’s internal clock.
1 Turn the SELECT dial to select the desired time
zone and then press SET to move to the next
field.
• The default time zone is [UTC-05:00] (New York)
or [UTC+01:00] (Central Europe), depending on
the country/region of purchase. Time zones are
based on Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).
2 Change the rest of the fields in the same way.
• You can also press the [<] and [>] screen buttons
to move between the various fields.
3 After correctly setting the date and time, press
the [OK] screen button to start the clock and
close the screen.
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• With the [System Setup] > [Set Clock] settings, you can change the time zone, date and time also
after the initial setup. You can also change the date format.
• If the lithium button battery and built-in backup battery are both completely depleted, all menu settings will be
lost. In such case, replace the lithium button battery (
• Using the optional GP-E1 GPS Receiver, you can have the camera adjust settings automatically according to
the UTC date/time information received from the GPS signal (A 120).
A 23) and perform the initial setup again.
Changing the Language
The camera’s default language is English. You can change it to German, Spanish, French, Italian, Polish,
Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Korean or Japanese. Please note that some settings and screens will
be displayed in English, regardless of the language setting.
1 Press the MENU button.
2 Turn the SELECT dial to select [System Setup] and then press SET.
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3 Select [Language
4 Turn the SELECT dial to select a language.
5 Press SET to change the language and then press the HOME button to close the menu.
] in a similar fashion and then press SET.
Changing Camera Settings with the Screen Buttons
SEL ECT di al: Turn to move
between options.
SET button: Confirm the
selected option.
BACK button: Return to the
previous screen without
changing the setting.
Screen button. In this example, pressing the button will open
a screen where you can change the shutter speed.
Current function of the screen button. In the
manual pressing this screen button will be
referred to as “Press [SHUTTER]”.
Current value of the shutter speed.
Changing Camera Settings with the Screen Buttons
There are three basic ways to change the various camera settings: Using the screens that appear on the
camera’s control display and the screen buttons, using the camera menu displayed on the control display, and
using the monitoring menu displayed on monitoring devices along with the camera’s image. The menus will be
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explained in the following section (A 32). This section will explain the use of the control display screens and
screen buttons. When an optional OU-700 Remote Operation Unit is connected to the camera, using the
OU-700 is identical to using the camera’s control display and buttons.
Unlike the menus, the function of the screen buttons changes dynamically depending on the button pressed on
the camera and the screen currently displayed on the control display. The current function of the screen buttons
is displayed in the gray area immediately above/below the screen button. If applicable, the current setting is
displayed within the white enclosure connected to it.
The HOME, USER, ALT, TC and PLAY buttons, each opens a different setup screen where you can change
settings or perform actions (A 187).
Options
HOME screen: This screen is displayed by default when you turn on the camera. In this screen you can change
the frame rate, aperture and ND filter settings, shutter speed, ISO speed/gain, custom picture
settings and white balance. You can also check the status of the camera, clip name, recording
format, information about recording media and power supply.
USER screen: You can customize this screen to your needs by assigning the functions you prefer to the 6
screen buttons.
ALT screen: In this screen you can change settings related to autofocus (
assistance functions, audio, the camera’s electronic level and network functions.
TC screen: In this screen you can change time code related settings.
PLAY screen: In this screen you can control the playback of your recordings (playback mode).
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