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  • 4K Wide-Angle 10x Zoom Lens with Image Stabilizer
  • 12 Megapixel One-Inch 4K-Compatible CMOS Image Sensor
  • DiG!C DV 5 Image Processor
  • XF-AVC Codec for 4K 30p and Full HD 60p
  • Multiple Recording Modes and Frame Rates
  • CFast 4K Recording Technology
  • Canon Log and Wide Dynamic Range Gamma
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    The Canon XC10 4K Camcorder features a compact, lightweight and versatile design for convenient 4K/Full HD video shooting and 12 Megapixel digital still photography. This all-in-one ergonomically convenient camcorder can satisfy a broad range of video and still production needs. The XC10 4K Camcorder is for everyone from next-generation advanced amateurs to professional 4K and HD videographers, from digital filmmakers needing a cost-effective 4K/HD "B" or "C" camera to multimedia journalists and news agencies seeking a 4K video camera.

    From the Manufacturer

    The Canon XC10 4K Camcorder features a compact, lightweight and versatile design for convenient 4K/Full HD video shooting and 12 Megapixel digital still photography. This all-in-one ergonomically convenient camcorder can satisfy a broad range of video and still production needs. The XC10 4K Camcorder is for everyone from next-generation advanced amateurs to professional 4K and HD videographers, from digital filmmakers needing a cost-effective 4K/HD “B” or “C” camera to multimedia journalists and news agencies seeking a 4K video camera. The XC10 4K Camcorder also appeals to the needs of cross media professionals in that it can also capture 12 Megapixel still images and provide 8 Megapixel stills extracted from 4K motion video.

    The XC10 Camcorder's 4K imaging system is purpose-built of proprietary components, including a Genuine Canon 10x Wide-Angle Zoom Lens with 2x Digital Teleconverter and Optical Image Stabilization. Employing a special Canon compact optical system, the lens offers a zoom ratio of 27.3-273mm for movies and 24.1-241mm for photos. The XC10 4K Camcorder also features a specially designed Canon 12 Megapixel one-inch CMOS sensor that can deliver 12 stops of exposure latitude. And the new DIGIC DV5 signal processor that provides the image-processing power and speed to deliver high image quality, performance and innovative new features like the Canon XF-AVC codec for 4K and HD recording.

    Operability innovations designed into the XC10 4K Camcorder further facilitate creative expression and the ability to capture superb 4K/HD video and high-resolution still images. These include a Vari-Angle LCD monitor with a capacitive touch-panel for simple intuitive control, a rotating hand grip to support both movie and still-image shooting, a built-in ND filter, built-in dual-band Wi-Fi, and much more. The camcorder can be hand-held, or used with a wide range of camera-support accessories, including car mounts and drones.

    Offering slow- and fast-motion recording, multiple custom picture settings including Canon log and Canon Wide DR Gamma, and interval shooting for time-lapse still photography, the XC10 4K Camcorder offers a wide range of workflow option. The camcorder can record H.264 4:2:2/8-bit MXF 4K (QFHD) 3840 x 2160 movies to internal CFast cards or Full HD 1920 x 1080 video to SD cards at multiple frame and bit rates (up to 305Mbps in 4K). The XC10 4K Camcorder also offers 4K 30p movie playback output via its HDMI 1.4 output.

    Still-photography features include a mechanical shutter to help eliminate rolling-shutter distortion, up to 2.8 fps performance, support for multiple aspect ratios, and compatibility with such EOS accessories as Speedlite flash units, Canon GPS receivers, remote controllers, and LP-E6 series batteries and chargers.

    Versatile, compact, and convenient, the XC10 4K Camcorder is a lightweight 4K/HD/still photography hybrid delivering high image quality and convenience to meet the diverse imaging needs of today's expanding universe of budget-conscious digital content creation professionals.

    4K Wide-Angle 10x Zoom Lens with Image Stabilizer

    The Canon XC10 4K Camcorder incorporates a Canon 4K video lens that leverages proprietary Canon optical technologies derived from years of experience in developing Cinema, Broadcast, and EF Series lenses. This 10x wide-angle optical zoom lens offers a focal range of 24.1-241 mm for photos and 27.3-273 mm for movies. The use of UD (Ultra-low Dispersion) and Hi-UD lens elements helps compensate for chromatic aberrations and provides a compact size. An innovative retractable lens barrel structure integrating internal guide bars helps facilitate precise lens movement during zooms, and extends the lens barrel by a mere 36.2mm.

    The XC10 Camcorder's 4K Wide-Angle 10x Zoom lens features separate focus and zoom rings for professional-style manual lens operation. (Auto Focus can also be engaged, and focus can be controlled via the optional Canon RC-6 wireless remote controller or web browser via the XC10 4K Camcorder's Wi-Fi connection.) The rotation angle of the zoom ring is approximately 71°, allowing for rapid manual zooming. Clearly engraved focal length marks and the WIDE and TELE mechanical ends combine to further improve usability.

    Built-in Canon Optical Image Stabilization enhances the one-person operation ease of the XC10 4K Camcorder. Three modes of Image Stabilization are offered (Dynamic, Standard, and Powered) to suit a range of shooting situations. Canon AF (Auto Focus) with Face AF tracking mode provides additional operator assistance. The XC10 4K Camcorder's 10x zoom lens also includes a 2x digital teleconverter that can be switched on in MOVIE mode for added image magnification.


    12 Megapixel One-Inch 4K-Compatible CMOS Image Sensor

    The XC10 4K Camcorder features a new Canon 12.0 Megapixel 1-inch CMOS image sensor with 12 stops of dynamic range, and video and photo shooting functionality. The hybrid design makes the XC10 4K Camcorder a true crossover capable of satisfying the needs of both video and still workflows. With capture that includes both 4K and Full HD (FHD) video and still capture up to 12.0 Megapixels, the XC10 4K Camcorder is a strong contender in both market categories.

    The advanced CMOS sensor uses Over-Sampling HD Processing for 1920x1080 capture, the same high-image-quality signal-processing system used by the high-end Canon EOS C500 4K Cinema camera.

    The effective pixel total for the sensor's area ratio is approximately 6.8 times larger - and its area ratio per pixel approximately 1.6 times greater - than previous Canon HD CMOS PRO sensors. The result is low noise for low-light shooting, an impressive signal-to-noise ratio, and greater flexibility for creative shallow depth-of-field focusing effects.

    XF-AVC Codec for 4K 30p and Full HD 60p

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    The Canon XC10 4K Camcorder incorporates the new Canon XF-AVC Codec to balance ease of workflow with a high standard of image quality. For 4K recording, the high-image-quality XF-AVC Intra-Frame encoding is used, which captures all the detail and resolution of the CMOS sensor on a frame-by-frame basis, enabling edits to be made at any point in a motion sequence and high-quality stills to be extracted from any 4K motion-image frame.

    For HD recording, the camera's AVC Long GOP (Group of Pictures) encoding is used to help maintain outstanding quality and efficient data rates. Both XF-AVC codecs deliver H.264 4:2:2 8-bit MXF recording for full 4K recording up to 30p and HD recording up to 1080/60p HD.

    Multiple Recording Modes and Frame Rates

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    Multiple Recording Modes, Resolutions, and Frame Rates make the XC10 Canon 4K Camcorder creatively flexible in a variety of production environments.

    Superb Still Capture Capability

    The Canon XC10 4K Camcorder's advanced still photo capture capability allows you to record photos with the high image quality of up to 12 effective Megapixels using a mechanical shutter for stills in three different aspect ratios.

    4K Frame Grab

    In-camera 8.3 Megapixel still photos can be extracted from 4K video files. After creating a 4K video movie, users can extract any frame they wish and convert it into a high-quality still photo.

    CFast 4K Recording Technology

    Recording 4K video requires professional quality media capable of keeping up with the 305 Mbps codec of Canon's XC10 Camcorder. The camcorder features CFast recording technology to meet the 4K data requirements of Canon's XF-AVC codec. CFast is a next generation nonproprietary recording solution supported by both Canon and a variety of third-party vendors. Its high speed and durability is a perfect match to the XC10 4K Camcorder to help provide quality, performance and confidence in recording.

    The XC10 4K Camcorder also features an SD card slot, allowing Full HD video and photos to also be recorded separately on an SD card.

    A SanDisk 64GB CFast 2.0 memory card and CFAST card reader are included with the XC10 camcorder.

    As of June 2015, compatibility has been verified for the following CFast memory cards:

    Manufacturer Label Model Numbers Capacity SanDisk Extreme PRO CFast 2.0 Card SDCFSP-128G-xxxA 128 GB Extreme PRO CFast 2.0 Card SDCFSP-128G-xxxB 128 GB Extreme PRO CFast 2.0 Card SDCFSP-064G-xxxB 64 GB

    Proper operation can not be guaranteed for all recording media. Long term usage may reduce a CFast card's write speed. We recommend users regularly fully format and refresh their card using the “Full Format and Refresh Tool”.

    Canon Log and Wide Dynamic Range Gamma

    The Canon XC10 4K Camcorder features the Canon Log gamma setting that sets the camera to maximize dynamic range and provide a wide exposure latitude. This is the same log curve used in both the EOS C300 and EOS C500 Cinema cameras, which helps maximize compatibility when the XC10 4K Camcorder is used in conjunction with them on the same shoot. The files produced using Canon Log can be ideal for post-production color-correction, matching and grading, as they provide users with a high level of creative post-production freedom while maintaining high image quality. When using Canon Log, the XC10 4K Camcorder can provide a dynamic range up to 800% or 12-stops.

    The Canon XC10 4K Camcorder also provides the Canon Wide Dynamic Range Gamma function that allows users to get many of the benefits of Canon Log Gamma while maintaining an 18% graypoint similar to Rec. 709. By using this setting, users can maintain the full dynamic range of the sensor without the need for extensive post processing.

    12 Stops Dynamic Range

    Working in concert, the Canon 12.0 Megapixel 1-inch CMOS sensor, DiG!C DV 5 processor, and XF-AVC Codecs enable the Canon XC10 4K Camcorder to capture bright, highly detailed images at up to 20,000 ISO with a high dynamic range (12 stops of exposure latitude), and low picture noise.

    Image Settings Compatible with Cinema EOS Cameras

    The XC10 4K Camcorder shares a variety of image quality settings with other Canon Cinema EOS cameras including Canon Log, Wide DR, and EOS Std. This helps allow for video captured with the XC10 4K Camcorder to match the “look” of video captured with other Cinema EOS and EOS cameras. The XC10 4K Camcorder features a log gamma setting that sets the camera to maximize dynamic range and provide wide exposure latitude. This is the same log curve used in both the EOS C300 and EOS C500 cinema cameras, helping to maximize compatibility when multiple cameras are used on the same shoot. This is especially helpful in post-production, where corrections, color matching and grading are applied.

    Workflow Versatility

    The Canon XC10 4K Camcorder offers a true hybrid workflow solution for creatives that need to integrate both high quality video and still acquisition into their productions. The camcorder offers the ability to capture both 4K and HD imagery at a variety of frame rates and resolutions. Individual frames from the Canon XC10's 4K video can be extracted in camera or post and used as 8.3 Mpx still images. The XC10 4K Camcorder is also a fully functional 12Mpx still camera that is compatible with a wide variety of Canon photo accessories including Speedlite flashes, GPS Receiver, and remote controller.

    DiG!C DV 5 Image Processor

    The Canon XC10 4K Camcorder incorporates Canon's new DiG!C DV5 processor. This advanced core technology component provides the image-processing power and speed that enables such features as 4K video acquisition, Image Stabilization, slow and fast motion recording and precision AF. DiG!C DV 5 is integral in providing high image quality, advanced performance and convenient operability.

    Slow and Fast Motion Recording

    Creative expression capabilities of the Canon XC10 4K Camcorder include Slow- and Fast-Motion recording. Depending on the camcorder's record settings video can be recorded down to the slowest speed of 1/4x real-time (in 1280 x 720 resolution/120p) to a max of 1200x in Fast Motion.

    Compact and Ergonomic Design

    The Canon XC10 4K Camcorder is compact, ergonomic, and light weight, broadening the range of possibilities for image expression- offering innovative shooting potential in situations where a larger camera can't be used.

    Viewfinder

    The included viewfinder unit helps make shooting outside a breeze. This new accessory uses two reflecting mirrors to optically refract the image on the LCD monitor. It also supports low-angle shooting, and provides a user-friendly viewing environment.

    Freestyle Rotating Handgrip

    The rotating handgrip on the XC10 4K Camcorder can be rotated to various positions and stopped at different points to allow for comfortable shooting at high angles, low angles, and even in between. The grip contributes to the camcorder's intuitive user (UI) interface with multiple easy-to-see and easy-to-adjust controls based on the familiar UI design of Canon EOS series cameras. Handgrip controls include the record button (clearly marked in red), a multi-selector thumb-control dial with a mechanical lock and a design similar to those of still cameras for quick-operation settings and highly visible profiles, a menu button, and other smoothly recessed buttons that stay out of the way but are always there when you need them.

    Integrated LCD with Touch Panel

    A three-inch 1.03-million-dot tilting LCD monitor provides Canon XC10 4K Camcorder with a bright, vivid-color display for shooting and playing back footage. The LCD's innovative two-axis parallel hinge mechanism allows the display to be placed in optimal positions for shooting at a variety of angles, from low to high. This LCD also integrates a highly advanced capacitive touch-panel for easy fingertip control of all camera functions and settings. Camera information can be displayed on-screen for clear and easy visual recognition of selected menu items, and users can also swipe from one menu page to another without vertical scrolling. The user interface of the XC10 4K Camcorder borrows many of the concepts from the Canon EOS system making the camera intuitive and easy to operate for users familiar with other Canon products.

    Built-In Microphone

    A built-in stereo microphone delivers linear PCM 48 kHz 16-bit audio recording. A separate mini-jack on the camcorder body also enables users to connect an external microphone.

    Wireless Operation

    The Canon XC10 4K Camcorder incorporates dual built-in 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz band wireless networks. This functionality provides both a Browser Remote and Browser Preview. By using Browser Remote, camcorder operations can be performed remotely from a web browser on a compatible smartphone or computer. Browser Preview allows users to look at still photos recorded in the camera without the need to remove media from the camera.

    Compatibility with Multiple Canon Accessories

    The hybrid nature of the XC10 4K Camcorder enables it to be compatible with a wide variety of Canon accessories. A “hot shoe” atop the XC10 provides communication to compatible accessories.

    Speedlites

    The high level of compatibility of the XC10 4K Camcorder allows the flash unit settings to be selected from the camcorder. The Speedlite 320EX (pictured above), 600EX-RT, 58-EX II, 430EX II and 270EX II Speedlites can all be used with the camcorder. The Speedlite 320EX features a video light for movie shooting.

    GPS Receiver

    The GP-E2 GPS Receiver adds GPS information to the photo and movie data. The GPS information of MXF movies can also be viewed using the XF-Utility.

    Battery Pack/Chargers

    The XC10 4K Camcorder is compatible with the EOS LP-E6N series of batteries and the LC-E6 battery charger.

    Remote Controller

    The RC-6 remote controller features a photo and movie mode. In photo mode, the user can initiate shooting straight away or on a 2 second delay. In movie mode, recording can be started and stopped with the press of a button.


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    Customers say

    Customers like the appearance and performance of the camcorder. They say it has a sleek design, and the MXF files look clean and sharp. Customers are also impresseded with the 4K resolution and the ease of use. They mention that the camera is fully functional right out of the box, and is a wonderful tool.

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    Customers are pleased with the appearance of the camcorder. They say that it is a very fine little video camera, with a simple layout. They also appreciate the 4K footage, saying it looks great and has accurate colors.

    "...The controls are all exactly where they should be. The 4K footage is beautiful. The sensor is amazing. The lens is much more than I expected...." Read more

    "...is only able to record to the C-Fast cards, but that allows for broadcast-quality recording, which is not something many cameras in this price range..." Read more

    "...The AF is fantastic and the sensor is crazy good. I LOVE that I can shoot c-log, DSLRs can't touch the dynamic range thus has." Read more

    "RIGHTEOUS camera. LOVE IT." Read more

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    Customers are satisfied with the performance of the camcorder. They say that it does pretty well, is fully functional, and a wonderful tool. They also mention that the LCD screen and viewfinder are a pleasure to use, and bright in day light.

    "...This is a wonderful tool. I have been shooting broadcast video for organizations like Discovery Channel, NatGeoTV, PBS and others since the 70's...." Read more

    "...The lcd screen and viewfinder are a pleasure to use, bright in day light if needed...." Read more

    "...do, I'll change my review to 5 stars because this is an otherwise very good camera...." Read more

    "...That being said, it does pretty well; I have had usable footage at ISO upwards of 3200 ISO. The zoom range is good. Is the lens interchangable? No...." Read more

    Canon convergence camera is a bit clunky
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    Canon convergence camera is a bit clunky
    A multimedia journalist's dream: a compact video camera with a wide-to-tele zoom, image stabilization, 4K recording, dSLR-like settings, an articulating touch-screen, dual recording media, a large integrated mic, and WiFi. Unfortunately it's hobbled by a clunky interface, so-so optics that you can't swap, and some questionable design decisions.The good:* High-end 4K, allowing 4:2:2 8-bit color at bit rates up to 305Mbps, 50Mbps in 1080.* A solid build* Included zoom lens (24-240) easily covers the full range video work would require* Integrated ND filter and lens hood included. Traditional viewfinder included.* Articulating touch LCD* Dual-band 5GHz and 2.4 GHz WiFi* Two card slots: CFAST (next gen CF) and SD* LP-E6N battery is the same used by canon's mid-upper range SLRs (easy to get cheap spares)* Includes a CFAST card and remote control* HDMI 1.4 output (you can output 4K directly)* Hotshoe takes Speedlite flashesThe maybe:* Almost all controls are moved to the touch screen.* Unlike a SLR designed for a 2-handed grip even when using controls, the XC10 requires one hand to hold, one hand to manipulate (and it weighs over 2lbs).* With the viewfinder and hood in place, the unit looks like a camcorder. Without them, it looks like a mirrorless, or superzoom compact camera.* The viewfinder is a magnifier only, not EFV.* The lens is kept compact by extending for zoom (no internal zoom)* No dedicated battery charger, you plug the DC power adapter directly into the camera to charge the batteryThe bad:* Non-interchangeable lenses. You're stuck with the so-so optics of a 24-240 (a 10x range never makes for good optics).* Worse you're stuck with the non-constant aperture (f2.8 - f5.6). That means you'll be using wide-angle in even moderately dim lighting, or needing additional light sources. Fine for a studio shoot (you brought lights), not so good for recording an impromptu interview.* Canon specializes in interchangeable lenses, making the best in the world. Maybe the EF-mount would be too bulky, but at least EF-M?? Sad to not be able to use L glass.* AF is slow in video mode, poor in low light, and has a long minimum focus distance at full zoom* IS is limited to 1080 mode, not 4K* Sort of slow to switch modes (still to video). Long presses needed on power and playback buttons.* Only 12MP stills despite the 1" sensor (bigger than mid-range Canon dSLRs).* You can *only* record 4K to the CFast card, and *only* 1080 and stills to the SD card.* The dial works for camera settings (aperture in Av, shutter in Tv) but is ignored for menu settings.* You have to switch modes in the menus (4K or HD / stills) to even be able to view the other type of image. Clunky, 3-4 screen taps.* Obviously the SD card has lower (possible) specs, but why not allow everything to be recorded to the CFast? Why not two CFast slots with configuration options on how they're balanced, like in EOS dSLRs?* Inconsistent, slow controls, clunky workflow.I'll elaborate on that last bullet item. Some of these things feel like UI/UX designers didn't put the software through user testing:Despite having gone to a touch screen-based control system, you can't do everything from the screen. Eg, from playback, you can't get back to the shooting screen without using the playback or shooting buttons (no "exit"). You can't do normal smartphone things like "press and hold on multiple items to select them as a group". Swiping works mostly but not everywhere you'd like it to. Double-tap doesn't select.Playback (video mode) goes to the last video clip shot, but doesn't play it. You have to hit "stop" to see the selection of clips (why not go right to the thumbnails?). When the last video clip finishes playing, it doesn't pause or return to the start of the clip, it returns to the thumbnail menu (which the playback button doesn't). Huh??If a video is selected in 1080, you can delete it from there (takes 3 screen taps). But in 4K, you have to exit to the thumbnails screen to delete a video (takes 4 screen taps). You can't look at the stills you just took (that are on the SD card) if you're in 4K mode. You can't refer to your 4K clips if you're in 1080 mode. Huh?Pictured: The XC10 with lens hood and strap (but not viewfinder) next to the Canon 7DMk2 (with EF 35mm f1/.4L).Note that since XC10 release, Canon has issued a firmware update for this unit, but the version notes don't discuss any of the issues I mention. But they do add MP4 support.I love Canon products, I've shot with their dSLRs for years, and with their point-and-shoots prior to that. I use their fancy printers and photo paper. They usually make some of the best products for each market niche in which they compete. I suspect some of the things I find odd would be less odd to somebody with a heavy video background. But the issues like the clunky touchscreen and clunkier workflow, the lack of interchangeable lenses on a two-thousand dollar device, the strange storage setup, all feel like this is a beta version of this Canon product.The XC10 may still work well for multimedia professionals, but enthusiasts and videographers should weigh the product's specifications carefully. Recommended if you need a compact shooter primarily for video work, such as website journalism or Youtube creators. But those looking for an "everything" camera should wait for the next product iteration.
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