The Canon EOS C500 Mark II is a highly capable digital cinema camera designed for professional filmmaking.
Sensor
- Type: Full-frame CMOS sensor
- Size: 35.9 mm x 24.0 mm (Full-frame)
- Resolution: 5.9K (5952 x 3140) max recording resolution
- Aspect Ratio: 17:9
- ISO Range:
- Native: 160 – 25,600
- Expanded: 100 – 102,400 (for low-light shooting)
Recording Formats and Codecs
- Internal Recording:
- XF-AVC (MXF wrapper), ProRes 422 HQ, ProRes 422, ProRes 422 LT (with CFexpress cards)
- 4K/2K recording in 10-bit 4:2:2
- External Recording: Supports RAW output via the Canon RAW Light or Apple ProRes RAW (with compatible external recorders like the Atomos Ninja V).
- Bit Depth: 10-bit 4:2:2 internal, up to 16-bit external via RAW output.
Video Resolution & Frame Rates
- 5.9K (5952 x 3140) up to 60p (in full-frame)
- 4K DCI (4096 x 2160) up to 120p (with crop mode)
- 2K (2048 x 1080) up to 180p
- HD (1920 x 1080) up to 180p
- Cinema 4K and UHD recording options available.
Dynamic Range
- Canon Log 2 and Canon Log 3 profiles for high dynamic range (HDR) recording
- Supports HDR workflows (PQ/HLG)
- Wide Dynamic Range up to 15+ stops
Autofocus
- Dual Pixel CMOS AF (Full-frame or Super35mm modes)
- AF Zones: Face detection, Touch AF, and expanded AF zones for more precise control.
- Manual focus assist features: Focus peaking, magnification, and more.
Outputs & I/O
- SDI: 12G-SDI (2x)
- HDMI: 2.0 (up to 4K)
- Timecode: In/Out
- Genlock: Yes (supports syncing with other equipment)
- USB 3.0: For media and file management
- Headphone Jack: 3.5mm
- XLR Inputs: 2x 3-pin XLR (for audio input)
Viewfinder & Monitoring
- LCD Monitor: 4-inch touchscreen LCD
- EVF (Electronic Viewfinder): Optional
- Monitoring Options: 2x SDI outputs and 1x HDMI for flexible monitoring setups
Body Design & Features
- Modular design for flexibility in shooting setups (can be configured for handheld, shoulder, tripod, or gimbal use).
- Weight: Approximately 1.99 kg (4.39 lbs) body only.
- Power: Canon BP-A30, BP-A60 battery options (with up to 3.5 hours of shooting time).
- Mount: EF Lens Mount (can also support PL-mount with adapter).
- Cooling System: Active cooling for continuous recording in high-res formats.
Color Science
- Canon’s Cinema EOS Color Science for rich, cinematic color reproduction.
- Canon Log 2 and 3 for flexible color grading in post-production.
Other Features
- In-body ND Filters: 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, and 12 stops, adjustable electronically.
- High Frame Rate (HFR) for slow-motion recording (up to 180 fps in HD).
Connectivity & Remote Control
- Wi-Fi and Ethernet for remote control and file transfer.
- Canon’s Camera Control Interface (CCCI) for integration with remote control systems.
Compatibility
- Supports Canon EF lenses natively and can be adapted to PL lenses with optional adapters.
These specifications position the Canon EOS C500 Mark II as an ideal choice for high-end cinema productions, broadcast, and content creators requiring flexibility, high image quality, and robust performance in various filming environments.
