Canon CN-E 18-80mm T4.4 COMPACT-SERVO Cinema Zoom Lens (EF Mount)

Introduction

TheCanon CN-E 18-80mm T4.4 COMPACT-SERVO Lenscombines the functionality of Canon’s EF lenses with the features and performance of their CN-E lineup. Designed for use with EF-mount cameras featuring Super 35 or APS-C sized sensors, the lens covers an incredibly useful 18 to 80mm focal range while maintaining a constant T-stop of T4.4 (f/4) throughout. Measuring 7.2″ long and weighing only 2.65 lb, the lens presents itself as a compact, lightweight option suitable for a variety of productions, from narrative work to run-and-gun documentaries. Notably, the lens is Canon’s first cine-style option to incorporate image stabilisation and auto focus functionality when paired with Cinema EOS cameras.

Further enhancing the versatility of this lens, Canon has equipped it with a servo drive unit compatible with industry-standard lens controllers, including Canon’s broadcast ZSD-300D and FPD-400D, for full zoom, focus, and iris control. Alternatively, you can outfit the lens with the optional ZSG-C10 Control Grip for ENG-style lens control and operation. Power is provided to the grip from compatible cameras via the EF mount. For non-servo zoom control, the lens features cine-standard 0.8 mod gears, as well as a rubberized grip on the focus ring enabling comfortable manual operation.

Lens Design

• Covers Super 35 / APS-C formats
• 18 to 80mm focal range (4.4x zoom ratio)
• Constant T4.4 (f/4) aperture
• Parfocal design to maintain focus during zoom
• Minimized focus breathing
• Cine-standard 0.8 MOD focus gear ring
• 0.5 MOD iris and zoom gear rings
• Focus ring rotates 180
• Matching color characteristics to existing CN-E lenses
• 9-blade iris
• Iris closing
• Compact and lightweight design

Servo Control

• Servo Control Capability for all zoom, focus and iris
• Power provided via camera mount (from compatible cameras)
• Compatible with broadcast-style servo lens controllers, such as Canon ZSD-300D and FPD-400D
• Optional ZSG-C10 Grip for ENG-style control and shoulder mount applications

Functionality with Cinema EOS Cameras

• Auto focus function (Continuous AF, One-Shot AF, Focus Guide)
• Image Stabilization
• Remote control of zoom, focus and iris via camera
• REC start/stop from ZSG-C10 Grip
• Peripheral illumination correction
• Chromatic aberration correction
• Lens metadata record
• T-stop/F-stop number display select