MELVILLE, N.Y., April 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Canon
U.S.A. Inc., a leader in digital
imaging solutions, today announced the launch of a new addition to
its UHDgc series of 4K UHD broadcast
portable zoom lenses: the CJ18ex7.6B KASE S. The new lens,
which is designed to be used with 4K
UHD broadcast cameras that have 2/3-inch sensors, has the same
optical specifications as the existing CJ18ex7.6B IRSE/IASE with
the exception of having an optical extender while still delivering
4K UHD imaging quality at a price
point that matches well with the many lower-cost 4K cameras in the market. By eliminating the
optical range extender, the lens maintains a compact and
lightweight design to meet the versatile and ever-changing needs of
a broad range of video productions, including documentaries,
sports, events and news coverage. Additionally, the lens is
compatible with the new Canon ZDJ-G01 Zoom Demand and FDJ-G01 Focus
Demand accessories that provide operators with enhanced
functionality and operational control of the lens.
The CJ18ex7.6B KASE S portable zoom lens achieves
high-level 4K UHD performance across
the entire zoom range thanks to Canon's proprietary optical design
technology, incorporating materials such as fluorite and Ultra-Low
Dispersion (UD) glass. In addition, the lens supports the wide
color gamut approved by the ITU-R BT.2020 UHD broadcasting standard
– all features essential to HDR imaging. The ergonomics and digital
servo operational controls of the lens are similar to Canon's
current lineup of portable zoom lenses, providing users with
maximum mobility in a variety of shooting situations.
The CJ18ex7.6B KASE S lens features a zoom range of
7.6-137mm and weighs just 3.7 lbs., making it ideal for capturing
crisp shots on the move while being shoulder-mounted with a camera.
The lens fills a need for specialized shooting environments in the
broadcast market and is available at a price point that is
appealing to a wide variety of broadcast customers.
Zoom and Focus Demand Accessories
The new ZDJ-G01 and
FDJ-G01 zoom and focus demand accessories (collectively called
"G-Series") represent an innovative step forward in lens control
technology. Both accessories incorporate digital control
processing, displays, and new control switches. The combination
greatly empowers the controllers to add new creative operational
capabilities to meet the many different needs of disparate sporting
events, televised stage shows, and operatic broadcasts. The new
digital displays on these accessories provide users the ability to
preset ranges of controls tailored to specific operational desires.
It also supports cinematic settings of focus to allow vernier
control of the same while supporting smooth rack focusing between
talent on a stage. It further allows for the selection of preset
positions, select curves and creation of range limits, all of which
can be saved to multiple user profiles. The accessories support a
wide range of Canon field, studio and portable broadcast
lenses.
Availability
The Canon CJ18ex7.6B KASE S
4K UHD Portable Zoom Lens is
scheduled to be available later in 2020*. The ZDJ-G01 Zoom
Demand and FDJ-G01 Focus Demand accessories are currently
available. For more information, please visit,
usa.canon.com/broadcast.
About Canon U.S.A.,
Inc.
Canon U.S.A., Inc., is a leading
provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial digital
imaging solutions to the United
States and to Latin America
and the Caribbean markets. With
approximately $33 billion in global
revenue, its parent company, Canon Inc. (NYSE:CAJ), ranks third
overall in U.S. patents granted in 2019† and was named
one of Fortune Magazine's World's Most Admired Companies in 2020.
Canon U.S.A. is dedicated to its
Kyosei philosophy of social and environmental
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† Based on weekly patent counts issued by United States Patent
and Trademark Office.
* Specifications, availability and
prices are subject to change without notice. Actual prices
are set by individual dealers and may vary.
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