Greater freedom in
HD image capture
with Canon’s
compact HD lens
HJ18ex7.6B
you can
HDTV Zoom
Lens for 2/3inch
3-chip Cameras
Since HD has become the standard in
TV programming worldwide, Canon
has been developing HDTV lenses that
meet the exacting demands of the
broadcasting industry for the highest
picture quality.
The next generation HJ18ex7.6B is no
exception. Ideal for news gathering, it
Zoom
Category Features
Ratio
ULTRA TELEPHOTO
40x
with Image Stabilizer
Telephoto
Multi-Purpose
Exclusive EFP
Standard
Super Wide
Image Stabilized
SUPER TELEPHOTO
40x
with Image Stabilizer
PORTABLE
18x
ULTRA TELEPHOTO
TELEPHOTO
22x
ENG/EFP LENS
SUPER QUALITY
21x
STANDARD
18x
ENG/EFP LENS
PREMIUM STANDARD
17x
WIDEST ANGLE LENS
14x
(to date in TV industry)
WIDER RANGE IS
15x
4.3mm 6.2mm 7.6mm 10mm 28mm 60mm 106mm
7.5mm 8.5mm 14mm 120mm
HJ14ex4.3B
MAIN FEATURES
brings together Canon’s state-of-the-art
technologies and builds on the excellent
reputation of its predecessor - the widely
adopted HJ17ex7.6B.
The HJ18ex7.6B incorporates the latest
optical technology, while retaining
the compact and lightweight design
essential to Standard HDTV lenses,
Focal Length (2/3 inch
137mm
158mm 212mm 336mm 560mm 1120mm
128mm
HJ40x10B
HJ22ex7.6B
HJ21ex7.5B
HJ18ex7.6B with 2x Extender
HJ17ex6.2B
HJ15ex8.5B
168mm 274mm 316mm 400mm 500mm 800mm 1000mm
HJ40x14B
HJ18x28B
to deliver outstanding imaging and
enhanced performance across the
board. It also features a new digital drive
unit, which offers a range of advanced
features for improved usability and
operability when shooting.
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Highest magnification and longest focal length in its class*
With 18x zoom and 137 mm tele focal length, the HJ18ex7.6B lens has the highest
magnification and longest focal length in its class, for maximum versatility and enhanced
creative expression. Combining Canon’s innovative optical design and cutting-edge optical
simulation technology, it maintains excellent camera balance in terms of overall length and
weight, whilst also delivering a higher specification.
Shortest minimum object distance (MOD) in its class*
The HJ18ex7.6B captures a wide variety of scenes thanks to an MOD of 0.56m - the shortest
in its class – and a widest angle setting of 7.6 mm. It offers increased mobility and flexibility
for camera operators and crews and allows shooting under almost any conditions, including
in tight spaces.
Compact and lightweight
Compact and lightweight, the HJ18ex7.6B lens has a total length of 206.2 mm, and weighs just
1.58 kg (IRSE), for enhanced mobility and operator comfort.
State-of-the-art Canon optical technology for advanced optical performance
Designed to meet the toughest demands of broadcast applications, the HDxs series of HD zoom
lenses incorporates Canon’s cutting edge optical elements and design technology. Featuring a
wide-diameter aspherical lens and Canon’s exclusive optical simulation they achieve reduced
chromatic aberration, distortion, and ghosting.
As part of the HDxs series, the HJ18ex7.6B takes this state-of-the-art optical performance refined by Canon over decades - to the next level. It incorporates enhanced optical simulation
technology, newly developed optical materials and the latest optical processing technology.
Delivering advanced optical performance from the widest angle to the telephoto, it allows
camera operators to capture amazing images.
* According to Canon research, as of 1st January, 2014