The Canon 17-120mm zoom T2.95 with Cine-Servo and PL mount, seamlessly merges the functionality and form factor of a broadcast, ENG-style motorized zoom lens with the unrivaled optical precision of a cinema zoom. It delivers exceptional performance on cinema cameras equipped with sensors up to Super 35mm (26.2 x 13.8mm) in size. Accordingly making it an ideal choice for 4K acquisition. Experience the perfect harmony of functionality and precision with the Cine-Servo Canon 17-120mm T2.95 lens, a masterpiece that embodies the best of both worlds for filmmakers and cinematographers alike. Canon 17-120mm Zoom Features High Zoom Magnification 7x 4K Ready 11-Blade Iris Designed for Cinema Style and Broadcast Applications Enhanced Servo Drive Unit Compact and Lightweight Multiple Communication Capability with Compatible Cameras 16-bit Metadata Output for Virtual Studio Systems High Durability and Ruggedness Power Supply Also Available in EF Mount The CINE-SERVO 17-120mm T2.95-3.9 lens provides cinematographers and broadcast operations with a compact, lightweight design (only 6.4 lbs.) using Canon optical elements, while also offering outstanding performance and reliability in professional shooting environments. The new lens is fully 4K-ready, with a high optical resolution and support for Super35mm large-format cameras. An 11-blade aperture diaphragm helps certainly ensure an artistic and beautiful representation of out-of-focus areas (or “Bokeh”). The lens also features a high 7x zoom magnification, wide focal length range of 17mm to 120mm, and a 180º smooth rotating focus ring. Acknowledging that broadcasters often need to control zoom, focus and iris/aperture in different ways than filmmakers, Canon has developed this zoom lens with full external servo control for drama, documentary and other broadcast productions. The servo drive unit is compatible with specifically industry-standard protocols for control from a number of lens controllers including Canon’s standard broadcast lens controllers (ZSD-300D/FPD-400D) and multiple industry standard cinema lens controllers. The drive unit can be easily removed for cinema-style shoots and can be easily re-attached without any manual re-alignment. A 16-bit metadata output enables connection to virtual studio systems.
