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Canon EOS C500 Mark II Pro Video Camera
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The Canon EOS C500 Mark II Pro Video Camera combines the reliability and portability of an EOS cinema body with a 5.9K full-frame sensor, for tuning quality with 12-bit Cinema RAW Light recording.
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- Portable and Reliable EOS Cinema camera with a 5.9K full-frame CMOS sensor with faithful colour reproduction
- Up to 810Mbps internal recording in 4K 4:2:2 10-bit, with 4K oversampling and XF-AVC for professional workflows
- Efficient internal 5.9K Cinema RAW Light recording onto dual CFexpress memory cards
- High-speed AF with Canon’s Dual Pixel CMOS AF, which offers high-speed Continuous AF and Face Detection up to 120p
- First EOS Cinema camera with Electronic Image Stabilisation, even with non-electrical contact lenses
Canon EOS C500 Mark II Video Camera Summary
Weighing just 1,750g, the Canon EOS C500 Mark II Pro Video Camera combines portability with the reliability, which EOS Cinema cameras provide. The C500 Mark II body boasts Canon’s own developed 5.9K full frame CMOS sensor, which is paired with the DIGIC DV7 Image Processor offering scalable 12-bit Cinema RAW Light LT, ST and HQ internal recording options available for full-frame, 4:3, 6:5, Super 35mm and Super 16mm sensor modes.
You can record at 4K 4:2:2 10-bit using Canon’s XF-AVC format, while simultaneously recording to the dual CFexpress card slots if required, with an additional SD card slot for proxy files, ensuring the highest flexibility for all cinematographers.
For 4K/UHD recording, the EOS C500 Mark II camera uses a high-quality debayering algorithm for oversampling from 5.9K, resulting in reduced noise and moiré, and superior image quality.
The rugged camera can be comfortably rigged with gimbals and hand-held rigs, making it ideal for professional shooting environments, whilst a modular design offers expansion through optional Extension Units. These include additional connectivity with a Genlock interfaces, additional XLR inputs and Tally and Return Signal support depending on the unit.
The EOS C500 Mark II incorporates Canon's cutting-edge Dual Pixel CMOS AF Technology, delivering fast Continuous AF and dependable Face Detection up to 120p. It is also Canon’s first professional Cinema camera to support Electronic IS, supporting 5-axis camera shake correction.
Key Canon EOS C500 Mark II Features
- Compact, lightweight and reliable Cinema camera
- DIGIC DV7 Image Processor
- Dual Pixel CMOS AF Technology
- First Cinema camera with Electronic Image Stabilisation
- Record HFR at 50/60 fps at 5.9K and between 1fps to a maximum 120fps in 2K (crop) mode
- Built-in electronically controlled ND filter system
- 12G-SDI interface
- Cinema RAW Light 5.9K Cinema RAW Light LT / ST / HQ internal recording at up to 2.1Gbps
- XF-AVC 4K 4:2:2 10-bit XF-AVC up to 810Mbps
- 5.9K over sampling processing for 4K
- Modular design with optional Extension Units
- Anamorphic lens support
- User LUT and ACES support
- Remote control via Canon Multi-Camera Control App
- Dual CFexpress memory card slots
Canon EOS C500 Mark II Pro Video Camera in More Detail
Compact, lightweight and dependable
The EOS C500 Mark II boasts an approximate weight of just 1,750g, allowing it to be comfortably rigged with gimbals and hand-held rigs, making the camera ideal for various shooting conditions.
Spectacular Full Frame image quality
Canon's proprietary 5.9K full-frame CMOS sensor offers an immersive cinematic experience, which is characterised by natural, seamless skin tones and precise colour reproduction, courtesy of Canon's renowned colour science. Moreover, the sensor boasts an impressive 15+ stop latitude and a broad colour space, making it ideal for High Dynamic Range (HDR) productions.
Efficient and high-quality recording formats
The EOS C500 Mark II comes equipped with a DIGIC DV 7 image processor, facilitating efficient recording formats to meet various production needs. It supports 12-bit Cinema RAW Light internal recording, at up to 5.9K resolution, with compatibility across Full Frame, 4:3, 6:5, Super 35mm, and Super 16mm sensor modes, catering to diverse workflow demands.
Furthermore, the 12-bit Cinema RAW Light format is adaptable, thanks to new firmware updates offering a range of data rate options up to 2.1Gbps through Cinema RAW Light LT, ST, and HQ recording modes.
For added versatility, users can opt for 4K 4:2:2 10-bit recording utilising the Canon XF-AVC format. Simultaneously, dual CFexpress card slots allow for uninterrupted recording, with an additional SD card slot available for proxy file storage.
These multiple recording formats not only provide flexibility but also enhance efficiency, making the EOS C500 Mark II suitable for a wide array of production requirements.
5.9K Over Sampling Processing for 4K
The second ten. camera employs advanced oversampling processing, utilising a high-quality debayering algorithm to downscale 5.9K resolution to 4K/UHD recording. This sophisticated process effectively mitigates moiré patterns and minimises noise, delivering exceptional image quality.
Configurable and modular design
With its highly configurable and modular design, the EOS C500 Mark II offers extensive flexibility to accommodate diverse production needs. Optional Extension Units provide additional connectivity and functionality, enhancing the camera's versatility. The Extension Unit EU-V1 expands connectivity options with features like a Genlock interface. For even more versatility, the Extension Unit EU-V2 offers additional interfaces such as two extra XLR inputs and a V-Lock battery mount for extended recording sessions. Designed specifically for multi-camera live productions, the Extension Unit EU-V3 supports features like Tally and Return Signal support.
Furthermore, the optional EVF-V50 viewfinder is perfectly suited for handheld use and can be easily detached for gimbal applications, ensuring seamless adaptability in various shooting scenarios.
Dual Pixel CMOS AF Technology
This cinema camera is equipped with Canon's pioneering Dual Pixel CMOS AF Technology, providing users with high-speed Continuous AF and dependable Face Detection capabilities, at frame rates of up to 120p. Additionally, users can enjoy smooth and intuitive touch focus operation facilitated by the new 4.3-inch LCD monitor LM-V2. Furthermore, an enhanced focus control feature recreates a more natural focus pull experience for users.
To further enhance AF performance, the EOS C500 MARK II offers the flexibility to adjust AF tracking speed and response, allowing users to fine-tune their autofocus settings according to their specific needs.
First EOS Cinema camera with Electronic IS
The EOS C500 Mark II marks a milestone, as the first Cinema EOS camera to integrate Electronic Image Stabilization (IS) directly into its body. This innovative feature enables 5-axis camera shake correction, enhancing stability and smoothness in footage.
Notably, Electronic IS functionality remains accessible even when using lenses without electronic communication capabilities. Users can manually input the focal length to enable Electronic IS, ensuring consistent stabilisation regardless of lens compatibility.
HFR recording
Users can capture high frame rate (HFR) recordings with ease. The C500 Mark II camera supports frame rates up to a maximum of 50/60 fps at 5.9K resolution. In 2K (crop) mode, settings ranging from 1fps to a maximum of 120fps offer expanded creative opportunities.
A newly introduced Slow & Fast button provides quick access to adjust settings for slow-motion and fast-motion recording, empowering users to effortlessly explore different frame rates and enhance their creativity.
Additional features
- Advanced 12G-SDI interface – Monitor and HDMI terminals can operate simultaneously, and the 12G-SDI output features 2K or FHD options when shooting at 4K for additional flexibility.
- Full Frame ND filter – a robust built-in electronically controlled ND filter system with 2/4/6 and an extended 8/10 stops
- New OSD layout – On-Screen Display (OSD) peripheral displays options that do not overlay information on the screen are available – choose from several options according to your needs.
- Anamorphic lens support – The camera electronically de-squeezing the image in the viewfinder and on connected monitors for viewing. In addition, 4:3 (4192 x 3140) and 6:5 (3768 x 3140) shooting resolutions are supported.
- User LUT support – You can import custom 3D LUTs in addition to Canon’s in-built Cinema EOS lookup tables, for both viewing and internal recording, for even more efficient colour pipeline workflows.
- ACES Support – Support for the ACES 1.0 of the Academy Color Encoding System, and video output from the camera can be monitored by selecting the ACES Proxy.
- Canon Multi-Camera Control App – Users can simultaneously control up to four professional video cameras with a smartphone via Wi-Fi by taking advantage of Canon’s XC protocol built-in to numerous Cinema EOS and XF cameras.
What’s in the box
- Canon EOS C500 Mark II 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
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Condition guide
Our used products are subject to wear and tear in comparison to brand new products. This also applies to accessories that are supplied with the camera including batteries which may have a lower optimum performance level/life expectancy.
- Like New – The equipment is in a condition as if you have just bought it from the manufacturer. The item is still considered to be ‘Like New’ even without the original packaging and accessories. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect working order. Lenses are optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Excellent – The equipment should be close to being ‘Like New’ but there may be some small cosmetic blemishes that lower its grade. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect excellent order.
- Cameras – Should have no marks on the LCD screen
- Lenses – Should have no marks on the elements and optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Very Good – The equipment may have some slight cosmetic wear to the paintwork and cosmetic blemishes with only light signs of use and the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – The LCD screen may have small signs of wear that does not affect its display
- Lenses – The mount of the lens will start to show signs of wear
- Good – The equipment is showing more obvious signs of cosmetic wear and blemishes, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen may have scratches or wear that is starting to affect the display.
- Lenses – May have slight dust inside that does not affect images. The mount shows signs of use.
- Well Used – The equipment will show significant signs of wear. The paintwork will be coming away in large areas exposing the metal work, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen is heavily worn either by de-lamination or has scratches to it. Rubber grips are starting to come away from the body.
- Lenses – The lens has dust inside that may affect images. The rubber zoom/focus ring is coming away from the barrel of the lens.
*All of our used items are listed with the accesories that are included. If they are not listed then they will not be supplied at eh epoint of purchase.
Peace of mind with our 6 month warranty
This product has been thoroughly tested by our team of photographers and we are happy to give a 6 month warranty as a result. The number of tests depends on the individual product but we are confident in this product having tested all the major functions. Anything that isn’t as you would expect, we then make a note of and show this in the condition notes on the page.
So you can be confident you are buying a great piece of kit that’s been looked after by a fellow photographer and seen many extraordinary sights, tested by our team of photographers and now looking forward to being set free to capture more great images!
