An unprecedented combination of versatility and Full HD image quality

MPEG-2 recording at up to 50Mbps (4:2:2)
The XF105 records MPEG-2 MXF (Media eXchange Format) files – up to 1920 x 1080 Full HD at 50Mbps (4:2:2) – to relatively inexpensive and widely available CompactFlash (CF) memory cards. Relay Recording across two card slots allow filming to continue without interruption, whilst Double Slot Recording lets you store the same footage to both cards.

Light, compact design; XLR inputs
Putting exceptional functionality in the palm of your hand, the durable and lightweight design enables exceptional versatility. Linear PCM audio can be captured via twin XLR inputs and also using the front-mounted stereo microphone.

10x zoom Canon HD Video Lens
Drawing on Canon’s broadcast lens expertise, XF105 features a fast, wide angle Canon HD Video Lens (f1.8-f2.8, 30.4mm) with built-in control ring for adjustment of zoom, focus or iris. An enhanced Optical Image Stabilizer system helps to reduce chromatic aberration, maintain sharpness and reduce lens size.

1/3 type Full HD Canon CMOS
A 2.07MP Full HD CMOS sensor – designed and manufactured by Canon - captures Full HD video at native 1920x1080 resolution. The sensor is equipped with a Bayer pattern colour filter for high sensitivity and wide dynamic range; high-speed data readout technology minimises rolling-shutter skew that can occur in CMOS camcorders.

HD-SDI, Timecode, Genlock; 3D Assist Functions
HD-SDI output is the industry standard, outputting uncompressed Full HD with embedded audio and Timecode. A combined Genlock In and Timecode In/Out terminal allows the XF105 to be used in a multi-camera shoot. Genlock and 3D Shooting Assist functions (OIS Axis Shift and Focal Length Guide) support stereoscopic 3D video capture using two camcorders.

8.8cm (3.5’’) 920k dot LCD; 0.6cm (0.24”), 260k dot EVF
Both camcorders feature a large, side-mounted LCD. This 8.8cm (3.5”) screen has a sharp, 920k dot resolution, with a built-in waveform monitor and Edge Focus function to help set up the shot. A 0.61cm (0.25’’), 260k dot EVF with 100% coverage is also available.

Variable frame rate
A wide range of frame rates is available, from 12 to 50 fps. This gives cameramen the freedom to alter the capture rate for additional creative flexibility.

CPS support*
Canon’s exclusive CPS Video Support offers a priority repair service, guaranteeing quick turnaround.

* For more information on countries where the CPS programme is live, please click here

• MPEG-2 recording to 2 CF cards at up to 50Mbps (4:2:2)
• Light, compact design; XLR inputs
• 10x zoom Canon HD Video Lens
• 1/3 type Full HD Canon CMOS
• HD-SDI, Timecode, Genlock; 3D Assist Functions
• 8.8cm (3.5’’) 920k dot LCD; 0.6cm (0.24”), 260k dot EVF
• Variable frame rates

Seamless Software Integration

XF105 camcorders are supplied with Canon’s XF Utility software for simple clip management and plug-ins for Apple Final Cut Pro and Avid Media Access. With industry standard MXF files, CompactFlash and a variety of shooting modes, the XF105 is designed for seamless integration with major file-based workflows.

XF Utility
This easy to use software is designed to allow management of recorded clips where full-blown NLE software isn’t required. Both Mac and Windows versions are supplied.

Key features

• Back-up CF card contents (entire card)
• Transfer selected clips from CF cardto computer
• Playback clips in Full HD resolution
• Edit selected metadata fields
• Add ‘shot marks’
• Copy clips back to CF card

XF Utility System Requirements

PC

• OS:
  Windows XP SP2, SP3 (32-bit only), Windows Vista SP1, SP2 (32-bit or 64-bit), Windows 7 (32-bit or 64-bit)
• CPU:
  Intel Core series equivalent, Intel Core 2 Duo 2.66 GHz or higher recommended, SSE2 compatible processor required
• RAM:
  1GB or more, (2GB or more required for 64-bit Windows 7)
• Hard Disk Space:
  80 MB or more
• Display:
  1024 x 768, 16-bit colour (High Colour) or better
• Languages:
  User interface:
  Japanese/English
  Installer:
  Japanese, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Chinese (simplified)

MAC

• OS:
  Mac OS X 10.4, Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard
• CPU:
  Intel processor, Intel Core 2 Duo 2.66 GHz or higher recommended, Not compatible with PowerPC processors
• RAM:
  1GB or more
• Hard Disk Space:
  80 MB or more
• Display:
  1024 x 768, 332,000 colours or better
• Languages:
  User interface:
  Japanese/English
  Installer:
  Japanese, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Chinese (simplified)

NLE Software Compatability
Canon MPEG-2 MXF files are supported by major NLE software manufacturers, including Apple, Avid, Adobe and Grass Valley. Plug-ins for Adobe and Grass Valley software are not supplied, but Canon MXF files are supported by these vendors. The following table details compatibility of Canon MXF files with major NLE software.For the latest information on software compatibility visit cpn.canon-europe.com

NLE Compatibility table

• Final Cut Pro (Mac) 6.0.3 or later7.0 or later
• Avid Media Access-compatible applications (Windows and Mac) Avid Media Composer 4.0.5 or later
  NewsCutter 8.0.5 or later
• Premiere Pro (Windows) CS5
  Premiere Pro (Mac) CS5
• EDIUS Pro5.5