Canon CN20x50 IAS H E1 Lens EF

The Canon CN20x50 IAS H E1/P1 Lens EF Mount

An ultra-telephoto CINE-SERVO lens, the Canon CN20x50 IAS H E1/P1 Lens EF mount offers stunning 4K performance, 20x zoom and a 1.5x built-in extender for an unrivalled 50-1000mm focal length (75-1500mm with extender). Ideal for sports events and wildlife applications.

The CN20x50 has a focal length of 50-1000mm plus 1.5x extender and a T stop range of t/5-8.9 (f/4.5-8).

Superb 4k performance

The CN20x 50 IAS H E1/P1 offers outstanding 4k quality - from image centre to image edge. Designed for Super 35mm cameras and using the renowned Canon optical expertise it enables a wide variety of shooting and expression. It incorporates an 11-blade diaphragm to deliver softer, more attractive out of focus areas. The lens is available in both EF and PL mount versions.

Class leading ultra-telephoto lens

An unrivalled 20x zoom together with an in-built 1.5x extender deliver a class-leading focal length spanning 50mm up to 1500 mm. Portable and lightweight it is the ideal field lens for sport events and wildlife applications with high optical performance across the entire zoom range. It is also both weatherproof and shockproof for excellent durability in any shooting environment.

Designed for broadcast shooting

The Canon CN20x50 IAS H E1/P1 Lens EF employs a servo drive unit, enabling use in broadcast-style shooting environments where cine lenses are impractical. The compact design weighs only around 6.6kg and offers a familiar and intuitive operating experience. It is ideal for tripod-based and virtual studio use. Focus ring rotation is 180 degrees, balancing the accuracy required for 4K imaging with the speed needed for broadcast use.

Perfect for cinematographers

This lens is also ideal for cinema-style applications. The servo drive unit is easily removed for operation as a traditional cine lens  and just as easily re-installed. No adjustment of gear positions is required, enabling a fluid, versatile shooting style previously unavailable with large sensor cameras.

The lens is fully compatible with industry-standard accessories and matte boxes as well as 0.8 and 0.5 type gear module accessories such as follow focus units. The font diameter is 136mm. It is also colour-matched, for easy integration from the Canon cinema lenses range.

Versatile camera/lens communication

For added versatility the Canon CN20x50 IAS H E1/P1 Lens EF supports multiple lens communication methods. Canon EF-mount versions support lens metadata and other functions such as Peripheral Illumination Correction. A 12-pin serial connection provides a compatible interface for broadcast environments. Cooke /i Technology is supported in the PL-mount variant, allowing capture of lens data by cameras often used in productions environments.

Benefits

• Ultra-telephoto lens with class-leading focal length
• Capture every detail in sports and nature TV broadcast
• Achieve stunning shots in outstanding 4K quality
• Enjoy a wide variety of shooting and expression
• Carriable and durable with intuitive operation

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