Canon EOS C80 6K Full-Frame Cinema Camera (Canon RF)
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Overview of the Canon EOS C80 6K Full-Frame Cinema Camera
Introduction
The Canon EOS C80 6K Full-Frame Cinema Camera is a versatile and powerful cinema camera designed for professional filmmakers, broadcasters, and content creators. Part of Canon’s Cinema EOS lineup, it combines high-end imaging performance with a compact, portable design, making it ideal for both solo shooters and full-scale production teams.
6K Full-Frame Sensor
At its core, the EOS C80 features a 6K full-frame back-illuminated CMOS sensor, delivering high-resolution imagery with exceptional detail and dynamic range. It supports 6K recording at up to 30 frames per second, as well as oversampled 4K output for sharper and cleaner footage. This sensor excels in capturing cinematic visuals in a variety of lighting conditions, ensuring professional-quality results for every production.
Triple-Base ISO and Dynamic Range
The camera offers a triple-base ISO system (800, 3200, 12,800), enabling superior low-light performance while maintaining minimal noise. Its wide dynamic range allows filmmakers to retain detail in both shadows and highlights, making it highly effective for high-contrast scenes, nighttime shoots, and controlled studio environments.
Professional Recording Features
The EOS C80 supports multiple professional recording formats, including Cinema RAW Light and 10-bit 4:2:2 internal recording, providing flexibility for post-production workflows. It also supports 4K slow-motion recording up to 120fps, making it ideal for dynamic cinematic shots. Compatibility with standard professional codecs ensures smooth integration with editing and color grading pipelines.
Autofocus and Performance
Equipped with Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, the EOS C80 provides fast, accurate, and reliable autofocus. The system covers a large portion of the frame and excels in tracking moving subjects, which is particularly useful for documentary filmmaking, interviews, and run-and-gun shooting scenarios.
RF Mount and Lens Flexibility
The camera’s RF lens mount supports Canon’s RF lenses, known for their optical precision and fast communication with the camera body. Additionally, lens adapters allow compatibility with cinema-grade lenses, giving filmmakers creative control over depth of field, focal length, and image aesthetics.
Compact Design and Connectivity
Despite its advanced features, the EOS C80 is compact and lightweight, making it suitable for handheld, gimbal, or drone-based shooting. It includes multiple connectivity options such as 12G-SDI, HDMI, and professional audio interfaces, and features built-in ND filters for easier exposure control in bright conditions.
Canon C80 Specs
Imaging
| Lens Mount |
Canon RF |
| Lens Communication |
Yes: Cooke /i |
| Sensor Resolution |
Actual: 26.67 Megapixel (6202 x 4300) |
| Image Sensor |
Full-Frame BSI Stacked CMOS |
| Image Stabilization |
Digital, 5-Axis |
| Built-In ND Filter |
Mechanical Filter Wheel with 2-Stop (1/4), 4-Stop (1/16), 6-Stop (1/64), 8-Stop (1/256), 10-Stop (1/1024) ND Filters |
| Internal Filter Holder |
No |
| Capture Type |
Stills & Video |
Exposure Control
| Shutter Type |
Electronic Rolling Shutter |
| Shutter Speed |
1/2000 to 1 Second |
| ISO/Gain Sensitivity |
Native: 100 to 102,400 |
| Shutter Angle |
11.25 to 360° |
| Advertised Dynamic Range |
16 Stops |
| White Balance |
Range: 2000 to 15,000K |
Video Capture
| Internal Recording |
Cinema RAW Light 12-Bit |
| Video Output |
SDI/BNC / HDMI / USB |
| Recording Sensor Crop |
Crops to Output Resolution When Using Super35 Mode |
| Fast-/Slow-Motion Support |
Yes |
| Gamma Curve |
Canon Log 2, Canon Log 3, HDR-HLG, Rec709, Rec2020 |
| Built-In Microphone |
Stereo |
| Audio Recording |
Cinema RAW Light: 4-Channel 24-Bit 48 kHz LPCM Audio |
| IP Streaming |
H.264, MPEG2, RTP, RTSP, SRT, UDP |
Interface
| Media/Memory Card Slot |
Slot 1: SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Video I/O |
1 x BNC (12G-SDI) Output |
| Audio I/O |
2x Mini XLR Input |
| Power I/O |
1x Barrel (23.7 to 25VDC) Input |
| Other I/O |
1x RJ45 (XC) Control |
| Wireless |
2.4 / 5 GHz Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Mobile App Compatible |
Yes: iOS Only |
| Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.) |
No |
Monitor
| Display Type |
Primary Monitor: Included External 3.5" Touchscreen LCD |
| Resolution |
Primary Monitor: 1280 x 720 |
Focus
| Focus Mode |
Continuous-Servo AF, Focus Lock AF Area Mode, Manual Focus, One-Shot AF |
Power
| Battery Type |
Canon BP-AN Series |
| Power Consumption |
≤19.6 W |
Environmental
| Operating Conditions |
32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C up to 85% Humidity |
| Storage Conditions |
23 to 113°F / -5 to 45°C up to 60% Humidity |
General
| Shoe Mount |
1x Intelligent Hot Shoe |
| Tripod Mounting Thread |
1x 3/8"-16 Female |
| Accessory Mounting Thread |
No |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) |
6.3 x 5.4 x 4.6" / 160 x 138 x 116 mm |
| Weight |
2.87 lb / 1.30 kg (Body Only) |
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