Dynamic Range, M N I C H O L S O N , a . S . C

Frame grab from the Sam Nicholson, A.S.C., film “XXIT,” shot in Canon Log mode.

Canon Log Gamma

Shooting in Canon Log mode, cinematographers can set the camera exposure value using their customary light meter practices. Canon Log is a special nonlinear transfer function embodied within the ≥DV III RGB video processing system. This transfer function is specifically designed to facilitate the post-production

These sophisticated video grading processes restructure a new digital representation that achieves your sought-after creative look on a quality reference display.

Lens Peripheral Illumination Correction

When shooting with Canon EF optics that support Peripheral Illumination Correction, the EOS C300 can automatically

Frame grab after color grading.

EOS C300 and EOS C300 PL – ISO and Dynamic Range specifications (Canon Log, Progressive scan)

S/N	18%
Ratio	GAIN GRAY	ISO

Dynamic Range

Wide Latitude Even in Low Light

The EOS C300 and EOS C300 PL incorporate the first Canon CMOS sensor designed specifically for high frame rate mo- tion pictures, offering not only high resolution and shallow depth-of-field but also high sensitivity with low noise. Working

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Canon Log

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Canon Log – Ensures tonal reproduction for both highlight and lowlight regions during post-production.

of digital images originating in Cinema EOS in a manner akin to the post-production of images digitally transferred from motion picture film (the contemporary DI process). By managing the disposition of quantization bits, Canon Log ensures excellent tonal reproduction within both highlight and lowlight regions of a given digital image – maintaining a total dynamic range of 800%.

compensate for the light fall off or vignetting characteristics of each particular lens. Correction data specific to each lens model is loaded onto the camera’s firmware, with future lens data added through firmware updates.

High Image Quality for Post Production Benefits

Whether showing dailies to producers or beginning the edit process, professionals demand images of the highest quality – pictures that look great and hold up during post-production. Canon developed the EOS C300 and EOS C300 PL sensor to capture images with a wide pixel pitch for detailed, low-noise blacks and impressive dynamic latitude even at higher sensitivities. The EOS C300 and EOS C300 PL can also record different frame rates, including 23.98, true 24.00 if you’re also shooting with a film camera, plus 25P/50i and 30P/60i. Capturing high-quality images ready for post, the EOS C300 and EOS C300 PL benefit everyone involved in the cinematic process, from capture to post.

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50dB

53dB

54dB

Canon Log

Base 54dB

Sensitivity

54dB

6.7 Stops	30dB
6.7 Stops	26dB
6.7 Stops	20dB
6.7 Stops	14dB
6.7 Stops	8dB
6.7 Stops	2.5dB
6.8 Stops	2dB
6.8 Stops	0dB
7.8 Stops	-4dB
8.1 Stops	-6dB

5.3Stops

5.2Stops

4.9Stops

4.2Stops

3.9Stops

ISO

20000

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12800

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6400

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3200

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ISO 850

ISO 800

ISO 640

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ISO 320

together, Canon’s Super 35mm sensor and ≥DV III Image Processor achieve a remarkably high signal-to-noise ratio that lets you record with great detail and dynamic range even in minimal light. A dark and stormy night? With the EOS C300 and EOS C300 PL, no problem.

“You seethingsthatyounever sawbeforeintheframewhile shootingwiththeEOSC300.So suddenly,you’rethinking,‘Wow, I’veneverseentheback-kickoffthefilter,butthenagain,I’ve nevershotat16000either.’”

S A M N I C H O L S O N , A . S . C .

Director of “XXIT”

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