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2017-07-23T06:35:45
I received the Canon XF305 from Adorama as promised on time. This is a cool machine. I have used it in a soccer field and one wedding occasions and I am very pleased.
wayne
2017-06-17T08:18:45
Great service, products and quick shipping
Randy C.
2016-09-06T10:39:36
The add on you guys gave with the camera was jus useless.
Rico C.
2013-05-22T20:00:00
I bought the XF305 originally as a 'B' camera to complement my high end Canon DSLR's and the companies C300. All I can say is the XF305 is far from being a 'B' camera. It clearly matched the C300 in terms of clarity, and using the custom profile feature that all important Cine look is possible, though shallow DOF won't be as shallow. For my style of filming, the 305 offers stunning performance and quality features at an amazing price - well done Canon!
Overseer
2013-05-10T20:00:00
It is a very nice professional HD camcorder. The image quality is more than expected. I used to have it with an external HD recorder just for compare. Telling the truth I haven't seen any difference in picture quality even at the highest Mbits of the external HD/SDI recorders. The lens quality is very high. The 4 inch LCD and the VF are just superb! Mostly recommended!
James
2013-05-08T20:00:00
Great image and sound quality. Image is vivid and crisp. Superb lens quality. Excellent LCD screen and VF. Very good battery life. Excellent ergonomic. Very comfortable. I am very happy to be an owner of such a wonderful camcorder. Buy it without hesitation!
sentinel
2011-08-20T20:00:00
Great camera. I only wish it took higher resolution still photos.
Jerome
2011-04-10T20:00:00
Amazing in low light. Just what i need for my films!!
TKWCC Y.
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High Definition
Compression: MPEG-2 Long GOP
Color Space: 4:2:2 (at 50Mbps recording)
File Format: MXF
Recording Modes: 50Mbps (CBR) 4:2:2, 1920x1080, (60i/30p/24p), 1280x720 (60p/30p/24p);
35Mbps (VBR) 4:2:0, 1920x1080 (60i/30p/24p), 1280x720 (60p/30p/24p);
25Mbps (CBR) 4:2:0, 1440x1080 (60i/30p/24p)
2-Channel, PCM digital recording, 16-Bit; 48kHz
(3) 1/3-inch CMOS
Approx. 2.37 megapixels (2044 x 1160 pixels) each x 3
Approx. 2.07 megapixels (1920 x 1080 pixels)
64GB Compact Flash (CF) card - Type 1
Greater capacity is possible when two cards are used. UDMA supported.
25Mbps: 310 minutes
35Mbps: 225 minutes
50Mbps: 160 minutes
Canon 18x HD L Series Zoom, 4.1-73.8mm (35mm equivalent 29.3 - 527.4mm), f/1.6-2.8
TVAF plus External Phase Difference Metering Sensor, Autofocus (Instant AF, Normal AF, Face AF), Manual, Full Manual
1/2000
20mm (wide macro), 1m (entire zoom range)
Auto, Manual, Custom (2000K - 15000K in 100K increments), Daylight, Tungsten
60i, 60p, 30p, 24p (50i, 50p and 25p optional upgrade available through Canon Factory Service Center)
Full AUTO mode: 4.5 lux (Shutter speed 1/60, Gain +21dB); Manual mode: 08 lux (Shutter speed 1/4, Gain +33dB), (when 60i is selected)
BNC (input only)
BNC (output only), with embedded audio
BNC (input/output)
SuperRange Optical (Lens Shift) Modes: Standard, Powered, Dynamic, Off
82mm
0.52-inch color widescreen, approx. 1,555,000 dots, approx. 100% field of view
4.0-inch color widescreen LCD, approx. 1,230,000 dots, approx. 100% field of view
Stereo electrect condenser microphone
CF Card : 2 Slots, Movie files only, Type 1 only, UDMA supported
SD Card: Still images, Custom Picture Data, Clip Metadata, Custom Settings
Mini-B USB 2.0 Hi-Speed
Component: Output only
Composite: A/V terminal 3.5mm mini-jack, output only, BNC terminal, output only, signals can be output simultaneously through A/V terminal and BNC terminal
XLR 3-pin jack (2), Switchable between MIC/LINE
Yes (Type A)
3.5mm stereo mini-jack
Yes (compatible with LANC protocol)
0 - 40° C, 32 - 104° F , 85% relative humidity
7.4V DC (battery pack)
Approx. 6.0 x 9.3 x 15.0 in. (153 x 236 x 382mm) (not including lens hood, eyecup, grip belt)
5.9 lbs (2,670 g) (includes grip belt)
6.6 lbs (2,980 g) (includes grip belt, lens hood, BP-955, CF Card (x1) and SD card/not including eyecup)
XF305 and XF300 record native 1920x1080 4:2:2 video
Stunning performance
By Overseer
I bought the XF305 originally as a 'B' camera to complement my high end Canon DSLR's and the companies C300. All I can say is the XF305 is far from being a 'B' camera. It clearly matched the C300 in terms of clarity, and using the custom profile feature that all important Cine look is possible, though shallow DOF won't be as shallow. For my style of filming, the 305 offers stunning performance and quality features at an amazing price - well done Canon!
The Best!!!
By TKWCC Y.
Amazing in low light. Just what i need for my films!!
Canon continues to innovate and develop image acquisition products for the most demanding professional. The Canon XF305 Professional Camcorder features 50Mbps MPEG-2 4:2:2 recording to universally available Compact Flash (CF) cards for unsurpassed image quality and efficient, robust workflow at an affordable price. It is ideally suited to match the requirements of electronic newsgathering (ENG) crews, independent filmmakers, documentary producers, event videographers and military agencies.
Utilizing file-based MPEG-2 compression with an MXF File Wrapper ensures the widest compatibility with existing industry infrastructure, metadata and non-linear editing (NLE) systems. And 4:2:2 color sampling provides ultra-fine transitions in tone and color for maintaining the highest quality image for use in advanced post production. A newly developed Genuine Canon 18x HD L-Series lens along with three Canon native 1920 x 1080 CMOS Image Sensors delivers pristine image quality.
Incorporating industry-standard HD-SDI output, genlock input and SMPTE time code input/output terminals makes the Canon XF305 perfectly matched for live application and multi-camera shooting. The XF305 also offers multiple recording bit rates, resolutions and variable frame rates to expand your creative flexibility and allow you to work in virtually any production environment. And complete customization over the image, display and operation makes the XF305 a camcorder that can be tailored to fit your individual needs.