New Canon CR-X300 4K Outdoor PTZ Camera Offers Connectivity, Flexibility and Protection from the Elements
MELVILLE, NY, December 1, 2021 / PRNewswire / – Canon United States, Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced the launch of the CR-X300 4K Outdoor PTZ camera (pan-tilt-zoom). CR-X300 supports full IP1 workflow, including a single cable solution with PoE ++ for power that includes IP signal streaming and control. Best of all, the CR-X300 shares core imaging technologies, including image quality and autofocus capabilities from Canon’s popular line of professional camcorders, as well as the CR indoor PTZ camera. -N300.
The CR-X300 supports a wide range of communication standards and offers an exceptional level of protection against environmental factors, making it an ideal remote PTZ camera system for video capture in outdoor scenarios such as broadcasts. sports, live events, wildlife viewing and theme parks. In addition, the CR-X300 offers built-in ND filters to make it easier to shoot outdoors in the sun. In recent years, the demand for video content has increased, including large amounts of content created and delivered on location. By expanding its line of remote camera systems, Canon is offering users a more flexible, efficient and less labor-intensive solution for video production workflows.
The new camera system delivers 4K 30P and 1080 60P / 4: 2: 2/10-bit video by taking advantage of video processing technologies cultivated throughout Canon’s history of professional video camera development, including including a 1 / 2.3 inch sensor and DIGIC DV6 Platform image processing. In addition, the CR-X300 features a 20x optical zoom with an equivalent of 29.3 to 601mm2 focal length for video recording of various scenarios, from wide angle to super telephoto.
The CR-X300 supports the same monitoring and streaming protocols as Canon’s CR-N500 and CR-N300 PTZ cameras. Canon’s XC protocol enables IP control of visual production equipment, including Canon’s PTZ cameras, allowing them to work smoothly with the company’s Cinema EOS system3 via the Canon RC-IP100 controller. The CR-X300, as well as the CR-N300 and CR-N500, can be controlled via the XC protocol with Canon’s free remote camera control application software, as well as with the industry’s leading controllers. industry, such as RCT (Remote Camera Technology). In addition, these cameras can be controlled by multiple industry partners via VISCA over IP and VISCA serial control, like de Skaarhoj and others. This outdoor PTZ camera features smooth and responsive pan and tilt motion, making it ideal for live and streaming productions. The CR-X300 is also compatible with RTMP4 for live streaming and NDI® | HX protocol5, which supports live visual production, allowing users to create their own production environments, as well as RTP / RTSP.
The CR-X300 camera is dust and moisture resistant, meeting international IP65 standards for protection against water and other foreign substances. In addition, it is equipped with a wiper and a die-cast aluminum housing, which helps reduce maintenance and allows it to withstand use in outdoor environments exposed to strong winds and rains. The CR-X300 is lightweight, weighing less than 16 lbs. and has a carrying handle and 1/4 20 insert allowing it to be mounted on a tripod, making it a good choice for temporary or permanent productions. The CR-X300 is compatible with POE ++6 standard, allowing the camera to be powered and controlled by a single LAN cable, helping to reduce the cost and labor required for installation. The CR-X300 also offers multiple video I / O, including Genlock, 6G-SDI, and HDMI.
Pricing and availability
The Canon CR-X300 4K The outdoor PTZ camera should be available in February 2022 for an estimated retail price of $ 13,299.00 *. To learn more about the features and benefits of this camera, please watch our launch video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hq3LLstt6lI.
About Canon United States, Inc.
Cannon United States, Inc., is a leading provider of consumer, business-to-business and industrial digital imaging solutions for United States and to Latin America and the Caribbean markets. With about $ 30.4 billion in terms of global revenue, its parent company, Canon Inc. (NYSE: CAJ), ranks third among U.S. patents granted in 2020?? and is one of the Fortune magazines The world’s most admired companies in 2020. Canon United States was selected as The most popular workplace on Newsweek list for 2021, ranking among the top 100 companies for employee happiness and satisfaction at work. Cannon United States devotes himself to his Kyosei philosophy of social and environmental responsibility. To stay informed of the latest news from Canon United States, subscribe to the Company’s RSS news feed by visiting www.usa.canon.com/rss and follow us on Twitter @CanonUSA.
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†Based on weekly patent count issued by the United States Patent and Trademark Office. |
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* Specifications, availability and prices are subject to change without notice. Actual prices are set by individual resellers and may vary. |
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1 Internet protocol. Communication protocol allowing information to be relayed via Internet networks. |
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2 35mm film equivalent. When set to 4K UHD and IS OFF or Standard and IS ON. |
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3 Requires firmware update (released August 2021). Supported models: EOS C300 Mark III and EOS C500 Mark II. Support for additional models may be phased in. |
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4 Real-time messaging protocol. A standard developed by the American company Adobe designed for the transmission of audio, video and data for streaming and multimedia playback. |
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5 NDI® is a registered trademark of NewTek, Inc. |
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6 Power over Ethernet. Refers to technology that supplies power to a device using a LAN cable. POE ++ stands for support for devices that consume a large amount of power. |
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