The Canon EOS C500 Mark II is a professional full-frame cinema camera designed for unmatched creative flexibility and high-end cinematic imaging. Featuring a 5.9K full-frame CMOS sensor with support for Super 35mm and Super 16mm crop modes, it captures over 15 stops of dynamic range, delivering stunning, high-resolution footage with exceptional tonal depth.
Powered by the DIGIC DV7 Image Processor, the EOS C500 Mark II supports Canon Cinema RAW Light and XF-AVC recording, while Dual Pixel CMOS Autofocus ensures smooth and precise focus tracking for dynamic shots. The camera also features user-changeable lens mounts compatible with EF and PL lenses, as well as electronic image stabilization for stabilized handheld or gimbal work.
Designed with a modular body and four expansion unit slots, the C500 Mark II allows operators to configure the camera for virtually any production workflow, whether in narrative filmmaking, documentaries, or high-end broadcast. Approved for Netflix productions, this camera combines professional-grade image quality with portability and versatility.
Upcoming Firmware Features (Summer 2023):
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Enhanced Clear Scan shutter mode
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Waveform Monitor/Vector Scope magnification for precise exposure and color control
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1080i output from 12G-SDI in slow & fast mode
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Added support for Canon Flex Zoom CN-E14-35MM T1.7 L S
Ideal For:
The Canon EOS C500 Mark II is ideal for cinematographers, broadcast professionals, and content creators seeking a high-resolution, modular full-frame cinema camera with professional recording formats, flexible lens compatibility, and Netflix-approved performance.
1. Image Sensor
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Type: CMOS with DAF (Dual Pixel Autofocus) technology
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Formats / Modes: Full-frame, Super 35mm crop, Super 16mm crop
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Total Pixels: 6062 × 3432 (~20.8 MP)
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Effective Pixels:
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5952 × 3140 (~18.69 MP) for 5952×3140, 4096×2160, 2048×1080
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5580 × 3140 (~17.52 MP) for 3840×2160, 1920×1080
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Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 66 dB typical (ISO 800, Canon Log 2, 3840×2160)
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Dynamic Range:
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Canon Log 2: 1600% / 15+ stops (ISO 800)
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Canon Log 3: 1600% / 14 stops (ISO 800)
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Sensitivity:
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59.94 Hz: f/10 (2048×1080/59.94P) or f/14 (1920×1080/29.97P)
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50.00 Hz: f/11 (2048×1080/50.00P) or f/16 (1920×1080/25.00P)
2. Lens System
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Mounts: Canon EF (default), supports EF and EF-S lenses
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Optional Mounts: PL and EF-C Locking
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ND Filter: Internal ND filters with 5 densities (2, 4, 6, 8*, 10* stops)
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Iris Control: 1/2-stop, 1/3-stop, Fine; Push Auto Iris, Auto Iris
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Shutter Modes: Speed, Angle, Clear Scan, Slow, Off
3. Exposure / ISO
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ISO / Gain Range: 100–102,400 (expanded), with 1-step and 1/3-step increments
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Exposure Modes: Manual, Push Auto Iris, Auto Iris with metering selection/shift
4. Focus
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Control: Dual Pixel CMOS AF (DAF), Manual Focus
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Modes: One-Shot AF, Continuous AF, AF-Boosted MF, Face Detection AF
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Focus Assist: Focus Guide (shows focused/unfocused status)
5. Recording & Codec
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Video Codecs:
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XF-AVC / MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (proxy support on SD card)
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Cinema RAW Light
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Resolution & Sampling:
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4096 × 2160, 3840 × 2160, 2048 × 1080, 1920 × 1080
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XF-AVC: 10-bit 4:2:2 (CFexpress), XF-AVC Proxy: 8-bit 4:2:0 (SD card)
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Cinema RAW Light: 12/10-bit, 5952 × 3140 (full-frame), 4096×2160 / 2048×1080 cropped
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Bitrates: XF-AVC: 810/410/310/160 Mbps (Intra-frame), Proxy: 35/24 Mbps (Long GOP)
6. System Frequency / Frame Rates
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59.94 Hz Mode: 59.94i/P, 29.97P, 23.98P
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50.00 Hz Mode: 50i/P, 25P
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24.00 Hz Mode: 24P
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Frame Specifics: Variable increments depending on frame rate (e.g., 15–120 fps for high-speed)
7. Color & Gamma
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Gamma: Canon Log 2, Canon Log 3, Wide DR, Normal 1, HDR-PQ, HDR-HLG
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Color Space: Cinema Gamut, BT.2020, DCI-P3, BT.709
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In-Camera LUTs: BT.709, BT.2020, DCI, ACESproxy, HDR-PQ, HDR-HLG, HDR1600%, HDR400%, 4 user LUT uploads
8. Features
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Slow / Fast Motion Recording
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Pre-recording (3s)
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Relay Recording / Double Slot Recording
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Custom Picture Settings, Color Bars
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Exposure / Focus Aids: Peaking, Zebra, Waveform Monitor
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Peripheral Illumination & Diffraction Correction
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Fan Control, Built-in Monaural Mic, Geotagging
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Assignable Buttons, Marker Display, Enlarged / Custom Display
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Browser Remote Control
9. Audio & Playback
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Audio Recording: Linear PCM 24-bit / 48 kHz, 4 channels
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Input Terminals: MIC jack, INPUT 1/2 (AES/EBU digital supported), REMOTE terminal A
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Output Terminals: HDMI, Headphone, MON, SDI OUT (12G-SDI supported), VIDEO
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Playback: Normal, fast forward/reverse, frame advance/reverse, clip skip, rec review
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Clip Display: 3×4 index (RAW, XF-AVC, XF-AVC proxy, photos)
10. Connectivity / IP Streaming
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IP Streaming: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, 8-bit, 9/4 Mbps, 1920×1080
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Audio: MPEG-2 AAC-LC, 2ch, 256 kbps
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Protocols: UDP, RTP, RTP+FEC, RTSP+RTP
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Transfer Media: Wi-Fi®, Ethernet
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Wi-Fi Security: Open, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK; WEP-64/128, TKIP, AES
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IP Addressing: Auto (DHCP/AutoIP) or Manual
11. Image Processing
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Processor: DIGIC DV 7
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AF Processing: DAF Technology
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Peripheral / Diffraction Correction: Yes
12. Dimensions & Weight
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Body Only: 153 × 148 × 168 mm (~6 × 5.8 × 6.6 in.)
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Weight: ~1,750 g (~3.8 lbs)
This model is Canon’s full-frame digital cinema solution with extremely high resolution, Dual Pixel AF, robust dynamic range, modular connectivity, and professional-grade recording options including Cinema RAW Light.
