The Canon CR-N500 PTZ camera delivers broadcast-quality 4K video, advanced autofocus, and professional connectivity, making it an outstanding choice for worship, education, broadcast studios, and live production environments. Its 1” CMOS sensor and DIGIC DV 6 processor produce exceptional clarity and dynamic range, while Canon’s Dual Pixel Autofocus ensures precise, smooth focus tracking.
Key Features
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1” 4K UHD CMOS Sensor with Dual Pixel Autofocus for superb image quality and fast focus.
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4K30p & Full HD60p Video Output with Canon Color Science, Wide DR, and Canon Log 3.
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15x Optical Zoom Lens (20x digital) with Optical Image Stabilization and a 73° wide angle-of-view.
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Built-in ND Filter for consistent exposure control.
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Professional Connectivity: 3G-SDI, HDMI, IP, and USB outputs for flexible workflows.
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Audio Inputs: Dual XLR and 3.5mm mic/line support with Genlock sync.
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Built-in NDI|HX & SRT Support for efficient IP streaming and remote production.
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FreeD AR/VR Support for virtual production environments.
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Single-Cable PoE+ Connectivity for power, control, tally, and video.
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Smooth Pan/Tilt Mechanics for professional on-air movement.
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Supports Canon XC Protocol & Standard IP/Serial Control for integration with third-party systems.
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Color: White
Ideal For
Perfect for houses of worship, lecture halls, sports venues, corporate events, and live broadcasts, the CR-N500 is a powerful PTZ camera that combines premium optics with advanced streaming features for modern production needs.
Camera Specifications
Color Options: Satin Black / Titanium White
Image Sensor
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Type: 1.0-inch single-plate CMOS sensor
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Total Pixels: ~13.40 MP
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Effective Pixels: ~8.29 MP (3840 × 2160)
Lens
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Focal Length: f=8.3–124.5 mm, F/2.8–4.5
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Optical Zoom: 15×
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Digital Zoom: 20×
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Iris: 9-bladed
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35mm Equivalent Focal Length: ~25.5 mm (W) – 382.5 mm (T)
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Lens Configuration: 18 elements in 14 groups (incl. 2 aspheric elements)
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Minimum Focusing Distance: 1 cm (wide), 60 cm (through zoom range)
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Angle of View: 73° (W) – 5.7° (T) (H) / 45.2° (W) – 3.2° (T) (V)
Imaging & Exposure
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Shutter Speed: 1/3 – 1/2000 sec (depends on frame rate)
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Iris: Manual / Auto
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Gain: -6.0 dB – 33.0 dB
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ND Filter: Built-in, motorized (Off, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64)
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White Balance: AWB, Set A/B, Presets (Daylight 5600K, Tungsten 3200K), Manual (2000–15000K)
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Focus Modes: Manual, AF-boosted MF, Continuous AF, Face AF, Tracking
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AF Type: Dual Pixel CMOS AF, Contrast AF
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Gamma: Normal1 (Standard), Normal2 (x4.0), Normal3 (BT.709), Normal4 (x5.0), Wide DR, Canon Log 3
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Image Stabilizer: Optical-shift
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Minimum Illumination:
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3840 × 2160: ~1.5 lux (1/30 sec, 29.97P, Gain 33 dB)
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1920 × 1080: ~3 lux (1/60 sec, 59.94P, Gain 33 dB)
Pan & Tilt
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Pan Range: ±170° (0.1° – 100°/sec)
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Tilt Range: -30° to +90° (0.1° – 100°/sec)
Video Output
SDI:
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1920 × 1080: 59.94P/i, 50P/i, 25P, 29.97P, 23.98P (4:2:2 10-bit)
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1280 × 720: 59.94P, 50P (4:2:2 10-bit)
HDMI:
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3840 × 2160: 29.97P, 25.00P, 23.98P (4:2:2 10-bit)
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1920 × 1080: Same as SDI
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1280 × 720: Same as SDI
IP Streaming:
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3840 × 2160: 29.97 / 14.99 / 5.00 fps (4:2:0 8-bit)
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1920 × 1080, 1280 × 720, 640 × 360: 59.94 / 29.97 / 14.99 / 5.00 fps (4:2:0 8-bit)
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microSD (future expansion, recording unavailable)
Audio Inputs
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Mic Terminal: 3.5 mm stereo mini jack (unbalanced, plug-in power)
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Sensitivity: -72 dBV (MIC), -10 dBV (LINE)
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Supply: 2.4 V DC (Bias 2.2 kΩ)
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Input 1/2 Terminals: 3-pin balanced XLR
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Sensitivity: -60 dBu (MIC), +4 dBu (LINE)
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Supply: 48 V DC (Phantom power, 6.8 kΩ)
Control & Protocols
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Protocols: XC, RTSP/RTP, NDI®|HX2, RTMP/RTMPS, Serial, IP
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Presets: Max. 100 (including home)
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Interfaces: LAN, Wi-Fi, Serial, IR
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GEN-LOCK: BNC ×1, 1 Vp-p/75Ω input
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RS-422: RJ45 ×1
Power & Environment
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Power Supply:
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External 24 V DC (AC adaptor included)
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PoE+: IEEE802.3at compliant (not usable)
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Power Consumption: ~18.6 W (DC), 16.2 W (PoE+, body only)
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Operating Temp/Humidity: 0–40°C, 10–90% RH (non-condensing)
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Storage Temp/Humidity: 0–40°C, 10–90% RH
Physical
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Dimensions (W × H × D): 200 × 269 × 208 mm (7.87 × 10.59 × 8.19 in)
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Weight: ~4.1 kg (9.04 lb, body only)
Supported Controllers
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Hardware: RC-IP100
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Software: Remote Camera Control Application
