Cinema EOS System
Canon EOS C400
SpecificationsSpecifications
- Full frame 6K BSI sensor
Next-generation backside illuminated design maximises light sensitivity with 16 stops of dynamic range
- Triple base ISO
For optimal signal-to-noise ratio at 800 / 3200 / 12800 ISO
- RF mount system
Enhanced imaging system platform also adaptable to PL and EF mounts
- Dual Pixel CMOS AF II
Including EOS iTR AF X for tack-sharp auto focus across the full sensor
- Cinema RAW Light
Record 12-bit internally at LT, ST, and HQ for flexibility in post-production
- XF-HEVC S, XF-AVC S, and XF-AVC
Oversampled 4K 4:2:2 10-bit MP4 / MXF formats with detailed metadata
- HDR
Produce high dynamic range content with Canon Log 2 / 3, PQ, and HLG
- 5-axis image stabilisation
Combine Electronic IS with Optical IS for the most stable cinematic footage
- Two card slots
Record to CFexpress Type B or SD UHS-II
- Professional I/O
Extensive professional connectivity built in
- Active cooling
Quiet, efficient cooling for long recording times
- Robust and compact
Versatile design adaptable to your shooting style
Specifications in detail
Image Sensor
- SensorFull Frame Back-Side Illuminated (BSI) CMOS sensor
- FilterRGB primary color filter (Bayer array)
- Sensor ModesFull Frame / Super 35mm (Crop) / Super 16mm (Crop)
- Total PixelsApprox. 26.67 megapixels (6202 x 4300)
- Effective PixelsApprox. 19.04 megapixels (6008 x 3170): When 6000 x 3164 / 4096 x 2160 / 2048 x 1080 is selected as the resolution
Approx. 17.85 megapixels (5633 x 3170): When 3840 x 2160 / 1920 x 1080 is selected as the resolution - Effective Sensor Screen SizeFull Frame:
36.0 x 19.0 mm (40.7 mm on the diagonal): When 6000 x 3164 / 4096 x 2160 / 2048 x 1080 is selected as the resolution
33.8 x 19.0 mm (38.7 mm on the diagonal): When 3840 x 2160 / 1920 x 1080 is selected as the resolution - Dynamic RangeCanon Log 2: 1600% / 16 stops (at ISO 800)
Canon Log 3: 1600% / 14 stops (at ISO 800)
Base ISO: 800 / 3200 / 12800*
*when shooting in RAW or Canon Log 2/3
Image Processor
- TypeDIGIC DV7
Lens
- Lens MountCanon RF mount
PL mount support via PL-RF Mount Adapter
EF mount support via EF-EOS R Mount Adapter - Lens Magnification FactorFull Frame;
4096 x 2160 or 2048 x 1080: Actual focal length x Approx. 1.06
3840 x 2160 or 1920 x 1080: Actual focal length x Approx. 1.12
Super 35mm (Crop);
4096 x 2160 or 2048 x 1080: Actual focal length x Approx. 1.46
3840 x 2160 or 1920 x 1080: Actual focal length x Approx. 1.54
Super 16mm (Crop);
2048 x 1080: Actual focal length x Approx. 2.92
1920 x 1080: Actual focal length x Approx. 3.07 - Digital Lens CorrectionPeripheral Illumination Correction
Chromatic Aberration Correction
Diffraction Correction
Distortion Correction (RF lenses only) - ND Filter2, 4 or 6 Stops. Up to 10 stops via built in ND filter system (in extended mode)
- Iris Control (EF Mount Lenses)1 / 2-stop, 1 / 3-stop or FINE control
Auto Iris - Cooke /i Technology™ SupportOnly when equipped with Mount Adapter PL-RF
- Anamorphic Lens Supportx2.0 / x1.8 / x1.3
- Image Stabilization System5-Axis Combination IS (Optical and Digital) with supported lenses
Digital 5-Axis IS for non IS lenses.
Recording
- Internal Recording Media1x CFexpress 2.0 (Type-B)
1x SD Card (SD / SDHC / SDXC)1 - Recording TimeCinema RAW Light LT: 6000 x 3164 576 Mbps: approx. 118 Mins
Cinema RAW Light ST: 6000 x 3164 886 Mbps: approx. 77 Mins
Cinema RAW Light HQ: 6000 x 3164 1800 Mbps: approx. 37 Mins
XF-AVC: 4096 x 2160 500 Mbps: approx. 136 Mins
XF-AVC S: 4096 x 2160 500 Mbps: approx. 136 Mins
XF-HEVC S: 4096 x 2160 135 Mbps: approx. 505 Mins2 - Recording FormatsCinema RAW Light (CRM), XF-AVC (MXF), XF-AVC S (MP4), XF-HEVC S (MP4)
- Relay RecordingYes3
- Double Slot (Simultaneous) RecordingYes
- Simultaneous Recording in Multiple FormatsYes4
- System Frequency / Frame Rates59.94 Hz mode (59.94P / 59.94i / 29.97P / 23.98P)
50.00 Hz mode (50.00P / 50.00i / 25.00P)
24.00 Hz mode (24.00P) - Cinema RAW Light Bit Rate / Bit Depth (PAL)12-bit Cinema RAW Light LT:
FF / 6000 x 3164 / 50P [1160 Mbps]
FF / 6000 x 3164 / 25P [576 Mbps]
S35 / 4368 x 2304 / 50P [611 Mbps]
S35 / 4368 x 2304 / 25P [306 Mbps]
S16 / 2184 x 1152 / 50P [154 Mbps]
S16 / 2184 x 1152 / 25P [77 Mbps]
12-bit Cinema RAW Light ST:
FF / 6000 x 3164 / 50P [1780 Mbps]
FF / 6000 x 3164 / 25P [886 Mbps]
S35 / 4368 x 2304 / 50P [939 Mbps]
S35 / 4368 x 2304 / 25P [470 Mbps]
S16 / 2184 x 1152 / 50P [236 Mbps]
S16 / 2184 x 1152 / 25P [118 Mbps]
12-bit Cinema RAW Light HQ:
FF / 6000 x 3164 / 25P [1800 Mbps]
S35 / 4368 x 2304 / 50P [1910 Mbps]
S35 / 4368 x 2304 / 25P [954 Mbps]
S16 / 2184 x 1152 / 50P [479 Mbps]
S16 / 2184 x 1152 / 25P [240 Mbps] - XF-AVC Recording Bit Rate / Sampling (PAL / MXF)4:2:2 10-bit (Intra-frame):
4096 x 2160 or 3840 x 2160 / 50P [1000 / 750 / 500 Mbps]
4096 x 2160 or 3840 x 2160 / 25P [500 / 375 / 250 Mbps]
2048 x 1080 or 1920 x 1080 / 50P [250 Mbps]
2048 x 1080 or 1920 x 1080 / 50i [125 Mbps]
2048 x 1080 or 1920 x 1080 / 25P [125 Mbps]
4:2:2 10-bit (Long GOP):
4096 x 2160 or 3840 x 2160 / 50P [250 Mbps]
4096 x 2160 or 3840 x 2160 / 25P [150 Mbps]
2048 x 1080 or 1920 x 1080 / 50P [50 Mbps]
2048 x 1080 or 1920 x 1080 / 50i [50 / 25 Mbps]
2048 x 1080 or 1920 x 1080 / 25P [50 Mbps] - XF-AVC S Recording Bit Rate / Sampling (PAL / MP4)4:2:2 10-bit (Intra-frame):
4096 x 2160 or 3840 x 2160 / 50P [1000 / 750 / 500 Mbps]
4096 x 2160 or 3840 x 2160 / 25P [500 / 375 / 250 Mbps]
2048 x 1080 or 1920 x 1080 / 50P [250 Mbps]
2048 x 1080 or 1920 x 1080 / 25P [125 Mbps]
4:2:2 10-bit (Long GOP):
4096 x 2160 or 3840 x 2160 / 50P [250 Mbps]
4096 x 2160 or 3840 x 2160 / 25P [150 Mbps]
2048 x 1080 or 1920 x 1080 / 50P [50 Mbps]
2048 x 1080 or 1920 x 1080 / 25P [50 Mbps]
4:2:0 8-bit (Long GOP):
4096 x 2160 or 3840 x 2160 / 50P [150 Mbps]
4096 x 2160 or 3840 x 2160 / 25P [100 Mbps]
2048 x 1080 or 1920 x 1080 / 50P [35 Mbps]
2048 x 1080 or 1920 x 1080 / 25P [35 Mbps] - XF-HEVC S Recording Bit Rate / Sampling (PAL / MP4)4:2:2 10-bit (Long GOP):
4096 x 2160 or 3840 x 2160 / 50P [225 Mbps]
4096 x 2160 or 3840 x 2160 / 25P [135 Mbps]
2048 x 1080 or 1920 x 1080 / 50P [50 Mbps]
2048 x 1080 or 1920 x 1080 / 25P [50 Mbps]
4:2:0 10-bit (Long GOP):
4096 x 2160 or 3840 x 2160 / 50P [150 Mbps]
4096 x 2160 or 3840 x 2160 / 25P [100 Mbps]
2048 x 1080 or 1920 x 1080 / 50P [35 Mbps]
2048 x 1080 or 1920 x 1080 / 25P [35 Mbps] - Proxy Recording Bit Rate / Sampling (PAL)4:2:0 8-bit (Long GOP):
2048 x 1080 or 1920 x 1080 [35 / 16 / 9 Mbps]
1280 x 720 [6 Mbps]
4:2:0 10-bit (Long GOP):
2048 x 1080 or 1920 x 1080 [16 / 9 Mbps]5 - Slow / Fast Motion6K RAW: up to 60FPS
4K: up to 120FPS
4.3K RAW (S35 Crop): up to 100FPS
2K (S16 Crop): up to 180 FPS
Dual Pixel CMOS AF unavailable when recording beyond 60FPS - Interval RecordYes
- Frame RecordYes
- Pre Record (Cache Record)3 Seconds6
- Digital Tele-converter1.5x, 2x, 2.5x, 3x, Off
- Photo Storage MediaSD Card
- Photo Recording Size4096 x 2160 / 3840 x 2160 / 2048 x 1080 / 1920 x 10807
System
- Display Type3.5 inch LCD Touch Panel
- Display Resolutionapprox. 2.76 million dots (1280 x RGB x 720)
- Display Touch Screen FunctionsFocus Point Selection
Touch Screen UI for Shooting Settings - OSD for Vertical ShootingYes
- Wave Form MonitorYes (Line / Line + Spot / RGB Parade / YPrPb Parade)
- False Colour Display (Exposure Indication)Yes (6 Colour Index)
- Colour BarsSMPTE / EBU / ARIB
- PeakingPeaking 1, Peaking 2 (Colour, Gain, Frequency customisable)
- ZebraLevel 1; Level 2; Both
- MarkersOn / Off selectable: centre, horizontal / verstical, grid, aspect, safe area and user marker. Colour selectable
EVF
- Built-In EVFNo
Inputs / Outputs
- Audio In2x Mini XLR 3-pin connector
1x 3.5 mm stereo mini jack
Built in Stereo microphones on camera body - Headphone Output1x 3.5mm stereo mini jack
- Video Monitor Output1x 3G-SDI Output (BNC)
- HDMI1x HDMI (Type-A)
- USB1x USB-C Data Terminal (USB 3.2 Gen1)
- SDI Output1x 12G-SDI Output (BNC)
- Time Code1x DIN1.0 / 2.3 (Input / Output)
- Genlock1x DIN1.0 / 2.3 (shared with Sync & Return)
- Sync1x DIN1.0 / 2.3 (shared with Genlock & Return)
- DC Input12V (4-pin XLR / 11.5-20V)
- Multi-Accessory ShoeYes (via camera body or top handle)
- Remote Control Terminal1x 2.5 mm stereo mini jack
- Lens Terminal1x 12-pin jack
- Ethernet Terminal1x RJ45 Connector (1000BASE-T compatible)
- Grip1x USB-C Terminal (for supplied Hand Grip only)
- IP Streaming / FTPIP Streaming via Ethernet / Wi-Fi connection
9 Mbps / 4 Mbps: 1920 x 1080 (59.94p / 59.94i / 50.00p / 50.00i)
UDP / RTP / SRT / RTP+FEC / RTSP+RTP - User LUT InputYes, in-built LUTs available for monitoring.
Custom LUTs can be applied directly to internal recordings via Look File function (compatible with 17 or 33 grid .cube files) - Video Connector1x USB-C Terminal (for supplied LCD Monitor only)
- Tally SignalYes, via Wi-Fi or Ethernet using XC Protocol
- Return Signal Input1x DIN1.0 / 2.3 (shared with Genlock & Sync)
- Default Function Button Settings1. MAGN.
2. PEAKING
3. WFM
4. S&F
5. ISO / GAIN
6. SHUTTER
7. S&F FPS
8. AUDIO STATUS
9. WB
10. SET WB
11. FUNC
12. (unassigned)
13. AF LOCK - User Assignable Buttons13x (Body) / 3x (Hand Grip) / 2x (LCD Monitor)
Miscellaneous
- Tally LampYes, 2x
- Custom DialYes, 3x
- Software Application SupportCinema RAW Development
XF Utility
EOS VR Utility
Remote Camera Control Application
RAW Plugin for Avid Media Access
RAW Plugin for Final Cut Pro
XF Plugin for Avid Media Access
EOS VR Plugin for Adobe Premiere Pro
CV Metadata Plugin for Adobe After Effects
Live Link Plugin for Unreal Engine
CV Metadata Extraction Tool
MP4 Join Tool
HEVC Activator - Smartphone Application SupportCanon Multi-Camera Control
Content Transfer Professional
Browser Remote Control
Exposure
- Exposure MeteringStandard / Spotlight / Backlight
- Exposure CompensationAE shift function available. Target value (±8 steps from center)
- Auto Exposure ModeAuto Iris / Auto ISO
- Push Auto IrisYes
- Exposure LockNo
- Auto Gain Control SettingYes
- ISO Sensitivity1-Stop Display:8
100* / 160** / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 / 6400 / 12800 / 25600 / 51200 / 102400*
1/3-Stop Display:
100* / 125* / 160 / 200 / 250 / 320 / 400 / 500 / 640 / 800 / 1000 / 1250 / 1600 / 2000 / 2500 / 3200 / 4000 / 5000 / 6400 / 8000 / 10000 / 12800 / 16000 / 20000 / 25600 / 32000 / 40000 / 51200 / 64000* / 80000* / 102400*
*when ISO Extended Range is set to ON
**when ISO Extended Range is set to OFF - Auto Focus SystemDual Pixel CMOS AF II + EOS iTR AF X
- AF Frame SizesFull: approx. 100% (Vertical) x approx. 100% (Horizontal)
Large Zone (Vertical): Video display range approx. 97% (Vertical) x 25% (Horizontal)
Large Zone (Horizontal): Video display range approx. 43% (Vertical) x 76% (Horizontal)
Zone: Video display range approx. 43% (Vertical) x 25% (Horizontal)
Small Zone: Video display range approx. 15.9% (Vertical) x 11.8% (Horizontal) - Auto Focus ModesContinuous AF / One-Shot AF
- Face Detection AFYes (Eye / Face / Head / Body)
- Animal Detection AFYes (Dogs / Cats)
- Focus GuideYes, with compatible Canon lenses
- Gain Setting-6dB*, -3dB*, -2dB**~48dB, 51dB*, 54dB* 9
*when ISO Extended Range is set to ON
**when ISO Extended Range is set to OFF
Shutter
- Control ModesSpeed / Angle / Clear Scan / Slow Shutter
- Shutter Speed1 / 1~1 / 2000 (total of 45 settings)
- Shutter Angle11.25º to 360º depending on frame rate
- Slow Shutter (SLS)1 / 3, 1 / 4, 1 / 6, 1 / 8, 1 / 12, 1 / 15, 1 / 25, 1 / 30 depending on frame rate
- Clear Scan23.97 Hz~2000 Hz depending on sensor mode / frame rate
Custom Picture
- Stored ConfigurationsC1: Canon 709
C2: Canon Log 2
C3: Canon Log 3
C4: BT.709 Wide DR
C5: BT.709 Standard
C6: PQ
C7: HLG
C8: EOS Standard
C9: EOS Neutral
C10: User10~User20 - HDR-HLG ProfileBT.2100: Corresponds to ITU-R BT.2100
Vivid: Corresponds to Traditional Colour in ITU-R BT.2390 - Colour MatrixNeutral: Accurate colour reproduction
Production Camera: Colour reproduction for use in movie production
Video: Colour reproduction with contrast for TV broadcasts. - Image Adjustment ParametersMaster Pedestal
Master Black
Black Gamma
Low Key Saturation
Knee
Sharpness
Noise Reduction
Skin Detail
Colour Matrix Tuning
White Balance
Colour Correction
Wi-Fi & GPS Specifications
- Wi-Fi (Optional Third Party Accessory)In-built (2.4 / 5GHz bands)
Supporting 802.11a/b/g/n/ac - GPS Information (Optional Accessory)Only when equipped with GP-E2 GPS Receiver
White Balance
- AutoYes
- PresetDaylight (5600K), Tungsten (3200K), Kelvin (2000K-15000K, 100K intervals), Set A, Set B
- White Balance Shift-5 CC - +5 CC (Daylight / Tungsten)
-20 CC - +20 CC (Kelvin)
Time Code
- Count Up SystemRegen / RecRun / Free Run / External / Frame Count
Audio
- Recording FormatRAW / XF-AVC: Linear PCM (24-bit / 48 kHz, 4 channels)
XF-AVC S / XF-HEVC S: Linear PCM (24-bit / 48 kHz, 4 channels) or MPEG2-AAC LC (16 bit 48kHz) 2 channels
Accessories
- SuppliedLCD Monitor
LCD Attachment Unit
MC-5U Monitor Cable
Handle Unit
Camera Grip
BP-A60N Battery Pack
CA-CP300 B Compact Power Adapter
CG-A20 Battery Charger
Microphone Holder - OptionalBP-A60N / BP-A30N Battery Pack
BP-A30 / BP-A60 Battery Pack
CG-A20 / CG-A10 Battery Charger
CA-CP300 B Compact Power Adapter
MC-5U Monitor Cable
PL-RF Mount Adapter
EF-EOS R Mount Adapter
EF-EOS R Control Ring Mount Adapter
EF-EOS R Drop-In Filter Mount Adapter
EF-EOS R 0.71x Mount Adapter
Remote Camera Controller RC-V100
Remote Camera Controller RC-IP100
Remote Camera Controller RC-IP1000
DM-E1D Multi-Function Shoe Directional Stereo Microphone
OC-E4A Off-Camera Shoe Cord
IFC-100U / IFC-400U Interface Cable - Third Party AccessoriesTascam CA-XLR2d XLR Microphone Adapter
Power Source
- Power Supply (Battery)BP-A60N (Supplied)
BP-A30N / BP-A30* / BP-A60* (Optional) 10 - Power supply (Mains)DC IN 12V terminal: DC 11.5V - 20V (4-pin XLR)
- Power Consumption (Approx.)RAW ST, 6000x3164, 59.94P (32.5W)
RAW ST, 4368x2304, 59.94P (3.4W)
XF-AVC, 4096x2160, 59.94P (31.6W)
XF-AVC, 2048x1080, 59.94P (29.7W) - Recording Time (Approx.)With supplied BP-A60N battery pack:
RAW ST, 6000x3164, 59.94P: 155 Mins (Full Frame)
RAW ST, 4368x2304, 59.94P: 165 mins (Super35)
XF-AVC, 4096x2160, 59.94P: 160 mins (YCC422 10 bit)
XF-AVC, 2048x1080, 59.94P: 170 mins (YCC422 10 bit)
Physical Specifications
- Dimensions (Main Body Only)approx. 142 x 135 x 135 mm
- Weight (Body Only)1540g
- Weight (Accessories)LCD Monitor: Approx. 155 g (5.5 oz)
LCD Attachment Unit: Approx. 260 g (9.2 oz)
MC-5U Monitor Cable: Approx. 25 g (0.88 oz)
Handle Unit: Approx. 300 g (10.6 oz)
Camera Grip: Approx. 270 g (9.5 oz)
BP-A60N Battery Pack: Approx. 465 g (1.0 lb)
CA-CP300 B Compact Power Adapter: Approx. 219 g (7.7 oz)
Battery Charger CG-A20: Approx. 145 g (5.1 oz)
Microphone Holder + 2 screws: Approx. 60 g (2.1 oz) - Operating Temperature RangeApprox. 0 to 40°C, (85% relative humidity)
Approx. -5 to 45°C, (60% relative humidity)
- RAW Recording only available via CFexpress
- Based on 25P recording on a 512GB card at maximum bitrate
- Relay Recording not available during RAW or S&F Recording
- Simultaneous Recording may not be available during some S&F mode frame rates.
- Proxy recording available in XF-AVC, XF-AVC S and XF-HEVC S (depending on the main format selected)
- Pre Record not available during RAW Recording
- Depending on Sensor Mode and Format selected
- Available when Base ISO is set to Automatic
- Available when Base ISO is set to Automatic
- Multi-Accessory Shoe power supply and communication via LENS terminal are unavailable when using original BP-A30 / BP-A60 batteries