Canon XF605 4K Camcorder

Overview
The Canon XF605 is a professional broadcast camcorder that boasts a 1.0-Type CMOS sensor and DIGIC DV7 processor. It is capable of recording 4K UHD 60P/50P in 4:2:2 10-bit XF-AVC or MP4 format, as well as FHD 120P high frame rate footage. It also offers features such as Canon Log 3, HDR (PQ/HLG), and a 15x Optical Zoom L-Series lens (30x Advanced Zoom in FHD). With enhanced Dual Pixel CMOS AF, Eye AF, and EOS iTR AF X, it provides accurate and reliable autofocus for capturing sharp images. The XF605 also offers professional connectivity options such as 12G-SDI, HDMI, XLR, Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and USB-C, making it suitable for various production environments.

In addition to its impressive technical capabilities, the XF605 is designed for ease of use and customization. It has an intuitive touchscreen interface, 11 assignable buttons, and a multi-function accessory shoe for attaching additional accessories. It also supports various recording formats and has dual SD card slots for simultaneous recording. With its shared colour science with other Canon camera ranges, it allows for seamless post-production workflow. Whether in the studio or in the field, the XF605 is a reliable and versatile camcorder for professional videographers.

Summary
Max Aperture: f/2.8
Recording Formats:
MP4: H.265
XF-AVC (MXF)
Internal ND: Yes
Audio Inputs:
1 x 3.5mm Mic Input
2 x 3-Pin XLR Mic/Line
Shutter: Rolling (Electronic)
Battery Mount / Type: Canon BP-A
Focal length (35mm Equivalent): Approx. 25.5 to 382.5 mm
Lens Zoom: 15x Optical Zoom
Media Type: Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (Class U3 V90 recommended)
Resolution and Frame Rate:
1920×1080 @ 120fps Max
3840×2160 @ 60fps Max
Sensor: CMOS
Video Outputs:
1 x 12G-SDI
1 x HDMI (Type A)
Weight: 2-5kg
Wi-Fi: Yes
Included in box
1x XF605 Compact 4K ENG Camcorder
1x Lens hood with barrier
1x Lens Cap
1x Mic holder unit
1x EyeCup
1x AC Cable
1x Compact Power Adapter (CA-200L)
1x Battery Charger (CG-A20)
1x Battery Pack BP-A30

About the Canon XF605 4K Camcorder
A professional broadcast camcorder, built for the field

XF605 delivers a new level of performance and control for solo shooters. With 15x optical zoom, professional connectivity and advanced autofocus including Eye AF and intelligent head tracking for the first time in the XF Series, it’s a versatile camcorder that fits comfortably in the studio or in the field.

Broadcast-quality video

The large1.0-Type CMOS sensor and DIGIC DV7 processor work in harmony to deliver 4K UHD 60P/50P in 4:2:2 10-bit XF-AVC and MP4, as well as FHD 120P HFR for exceptional image quality and flexibility in post-production.

Professional optics and control

Resolve fine details with the 4K ready L-Series lens offering 15x optical zoom, and equipped with independent rings for Zoom, Focus and Iris control. Also featured are three Image Stabilisation modes, as well as built-in ND and infrared filters, offering even greater control.

Advanced autofocus

Acquire pin-sharp focus on your subject’s eyes with Eye tracking AF, and intelligent head tracking via EOS iTR AF X, an innovative ‘deep learning’ technology to track a subject’s head, even when looking away.

Professional connectivity and streaming

XF605 seamlessly integrates into live and offline environments, with 12G-SDI, Wi-Fi and Ethernet for IP streaming. The Content Transfer Mobile app enables the editing of News ML-G2 standard compliant metadata, transferring of footage to your iPhone, and direct uploading to FTP servers.

Intuitive controls and customisation

Stay in control and customize the XF605 to your needs with Independent controls and 11 assignable buttons. An enhanced touchscreen interface allows for quick and intuitive control of on-screen settings, menu navigation and playback control. A new multi-function hotshoe opens the door for additional accessories with expanded capabilities.

Recording versatility

Capture an expanded dynamic range in Canon Log 3 for flexibility in post-production, or shoot directly in broadcast-ready PQ or HLG HDR formats. Simultaneous recording to dual SD cards in a variety of formats offers maximum flexibility for your production needs.

Shared colour science

XF605 supports the same colour matrices as Canon’s Cinema EOS and EOS R System product ranges, reducing the time needed in post-production to match colour in footage from multiple camera ranges.

CAMERA
IMAGE SENSOR
Sensor 1.0 Inch-type CMOS
Filter RGB Primary Colour Filter
Total pixels . 13.4 MP
Effective pixels Approx. 8.29 MP (3840 x2160)
Image Processor DIGIC DV7
Gain Boost Function Yes, increases gain to 36dB,activated via user assigned button
Sensitivity (PAL) f/13, 50.00P, 2000 lux, reflectance 89.9%
Minimum illumination (PAL) 50.00P/50.00i Approx. 2.5 lux (1/50 second shutter speed)
25.00P Approx. 1.3 lux (1/25 second shutter speed)
LENS
Zoom ratio 15x optical, (30x Advanced Zoom Full HD)
Focal length (35mm equivalent) Approx. 25.5 to 382.5 mm Standard IS/IS Off
Minimum focus distance 10 mm at wide end, 60 cm across entire zooming range
Max. Aperture f/2.8
Aperture blades 9 blades
Filter diameter 58mm
Image stabilisation system Optical system (lens shift) + electronic stabilisation Dynamic, Standard, Powered, Off
ND filter 3 densities: turret switched, motor- driven. ND 1/4, ND 1/16, and ND 1/64.
Zoom control Zoom rockers on body and handle; Selectable manual zoom/focus ring on lens;
Wireless controller; Selectable High-Speed mode available.
Zoom speed Variable or Constant speed Fast/Normal/Slow, 16 speed level settings
Focus control MANUAL: Lens ring and touchscreen point selection (Focus Guide and Peaking assist functions),
Focus Preset. AUTOFOCUS: Touchscreen AF point selection, Face Detection and Tracking,
Face Only AF. (Continuous AF, AF-Boosted MF, AF Speed, AF Response, AF Frame size)
Focus System Dual Pixel CMOS AF, Contrast AF, Eye AF, EOS iTR AF X
Iris control Touchscreen, Auto, Lens ring
Digital zoom/Teleconverter 300x Digital Zoom, Digital Teleconverter
(x1.5/x3/x6. Not available when optical teleconverter used)
IMAGE PROCESSOR
Type DIGIC DV7
Colour Sampling XF-AVC: 4:2:2, MP4: 4:2:2 or 4:2:0 H.265/4:2:0 H.264.
XF-AVC/MP4 Proxy files: 4:2:0 Bit depth XF-AVC/MP4 H.265: 10-bit.
MP4 H.264: 8-bit XF-AVC/MP4 Proxy files: 8-bit
RECORDING
Video storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC card (2 card slots)
Type Class U3 V90 cards recommended
Recording Time 128GB Card, approx times.
XF-AVC: 410Mbps. 39 mins. 310Mbps, 51 mins. 260Mbps, 61 mins.
MP4 / H.265: 225 Mbps, 71 mins. 170Mbps, 94 mins. 135 Mbps, 118 mins
MP4 / H.264: 150 Mbps, 107 mins. 35 Mbps, 458 mins. 8Mbps, 2006 mins
Recording File System FAT32/exFAT
Internal Recording Format (PAL) XF-AVC (MXF): ALL-I/Long GOP.
Proxy Files: Long GOP
MP4: Long GOP
Simultaneous Recording Yes. Simultaneous recording, relay recording.
Different recording options possible on each memory card.
Recording Frame Rate (PAL) XF-AVC 422 10bit:
(3840 x 2160)
59.94P / 50.00P / 29.97P / 25.00P / 23.98P
(1920×1080)
59.94P / 59.94i / 50.00P / 50.00i / 29.97P / 25.00P / 23.98P
MP4 (HEVC / H.264) 422 10bit:
(3840 x 2160/1920×1080)
59.94P / 50.00P / 29.97P / 25.00P / 23.98P
MP4 (HEVC) 420 10bit:
(3840 x 2160/1920×1080)
59.94P / 50.00P / 29.97P / 25.00P / 23.98P
(1280 x 720)
59.94P / 50.00P
MP4 (H.264) 420 8bit:
(3840 x 2160/1920×1080)
59.94P / 50.00P / 29.97P / 25.00P / 23.98P
(1280 x 720)
59.94P / 50.00P
External Recording Output 3840 x 2160: 59.94p / 50.00p / 29.97p / 25.00p / 23.98p
1920 x 1080: 59.94p / 50.00p / 29.97p / 25.00p / 23.98p / 29.97PsF / 25.00PsF / 59.94i / 50.00i
1280 x 720: 59.94p / 50.00p
720 x 480: 59.94i (SDI Only)
720 x 576: 50.00i (SDI Only)
External Monitoring Yes, 12G-SDI or HDMI. Simultaneous output available
High Frame Rate Yes, Up to 120P (FHD, 4:2:2/8-bit or 10-bit) including in
50.00Hz mode. Simultaneous Audio Recording
Pre-Record Function Yes. 3 seconds
Special Recording Functions Frame Recording, Interval Recording
Still Photos JPEG up to 3840×2160
(Still image resolution is dependent on the video resolution)
Photo Storage Media SD Card (Slot B)
System
Display Type LCD Electrotstatic Touch Panel.
Size 3.5-inch type Approx 2.76 million dots
Wave Form Monitor Yes
Focus Assist Dual Pixel Focus Guide (MF mode) / Peaking / Magnify
Peaking Selectable Peaking Colour: Red / Blue / Yellow / White
False Colour Display Yes, also via EVF, SDI and HDMI output
Zebra 70% or 100% reference level, selectable
Markers Center, horizontal, vertical, grid, aspect, safety zone, and user marker.
Each item can be displayed in yellow, blue, green, red, black, gray, or white.
EVF
Size 0.36-inch type, approx. 1.77 million dots
EVF Auto -Off Yes, function enabled/disabled via menu
Correction Lens +2.0 to -5.5 dioptre
Inputs / Outputs
Audio Input XLR 3-pin jack (x2) with 48V phantom power, Line and Mic,
Additional inputs via third-party accessory attached to shoe.
3.5mm microphone input jack (Supply Voltage 2.4V DC), Built-in Mic.
Headphone Output 3.5mm stereo mini jack
Speaker Yes, built-in
HDMI Output HDMITM Type A
USB 1 x Type A. Type A power output 5V/900mA
1 x Type C. Type C compliant with PTP and UVC
SDI Output 12G-SDI, BNC connector
Time Code Yes, BNC connector
Genlock Yes
LAN Yes
DC Input 3.4mm jack
Remote Control Terminal Type A (2.5mm jack), Type B (8-pin connector, RS422-type)
Miscellaneous
Tally Lamp Yes
Colour Bars (PAL) Yes. SMPTE, ARIB or EBU, with 1KHz Tone
Accessory Shoe Yes, Accessory and Cold shoe
Assignable Buttons Total of 11 Assignable Buttons with over 100 Assignable Functions
Custom Dial Av / Tv / M / AGC Limit / Exposure Compensation / Off
Exposure
Exposure Metering Centre-weighted average or segment evaluative (determined by shooting mode)
Fixed exposure (1/50 sec.)
Exposure Compensation Highlight AE, Exposure lock, Auto backlight compensation,
Exposure compensation amount shown as ±3 when locked or ±2 in AUTO (±8 increments).
Exposure Lock Yes
ISO Range/Setting ISO200 – ISO12,800. 1 Stop or 1/3 Stop increments
Gain Range Setting -6.0dB – 21.0dB. Normal or Fine setting. Fine setting in 0.5dB steps.
Auto ISO / Auto Gain Control Setting Auto / Manual. Auto Gain set when shooting in IR mode
Auto Gain Control Limit Yes, selectable from -6dB to 21db, 1dB increments
Shutter Speed
Control Modes Auto, P, Tv, Manua
Shutter Speed (PAL) Max 1/2000 Sec.
Shutter Angle Yes, 360° to 11.25°
Slow Shutter (SLS) 50.00i/50.00P: 1/3, 1/6, 1/12, 1/25 sec
25.00P: 1/3, 1/6, 1/12 sec
Clear Scan (PAL) Yes, 24.00Hz to 2003.17Hz
Streaming, Wi-Fi, & GPS Specifications
IP Streaming Protocols Supported Canon XC2, UDP, RTP, RTP+FEC, RTSP+RTP
News Metadata Yes, compliant with NewsML- G2 standard
Browser Remote Control Yes
Wi-Fi Yes, built-in
Supported Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11b/g/n (2.4GHz)
IEEE 802.11a/n/ac (5GHz)3
GPS Information (Optional Accessory) Location (Latitude / Longitude / Altitude),
Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), Satellite reception (requires the optional GPS Receiver GP-E2)
White Balance
Auto Yes. Shockless WB, AWB Response, AWB Hold (via assignable button)
Preset Daylight (Approx. 5,600K), Tungsten (Approx. 3,200K)
Manual Setting Colour Temperature range: 2,000–15,000K
Default value for Set 1 and Set 2: 5,600K
Shooting Modes
Exposure Control AUTO Mode
Manual Mode: P, Tv, Av, M (manual exposure)
Custom Picture Menu CP Files:
C1: BT.709 Normal
C2: BT.709 Wide DR
C3: BT.709 Standard
C4: Canon Log 3
C5: PQ (BT.2020)
C6: HLG (BT.2020)
C7: EOS Standard
C8: EOS Neutral
C9 – C20: User Defined
Look File User defined. Cube format Look File. Created on third-party software
Colour Matrix Settings Neutral, Video, Production Camera
Infrared Shooting Mode Yes
Built-in IR Lamp Yes, in Handle Unit.
Wavelength: 850nm (near-Infrared)
Time Code
Count Up System Regen / Rec Run / Free Run / Preset. Drop frame / Non Drop Frame selectable
Start Value Setting Yes, Via BNC or HDMI
Audio
Recording Format MP4: MPEG-2 AAC-LC (16-bit 2ch) / LPCM (16-bit 4ch)
XF-AVC: LPCM (24-bit 4ch)
Audio Control Manual or Auto
Independent 2ch Line/Mic/Mic+48V input;
Independent level control per channel (-∞ to +18 dB);
Independent audio limiters (2-Ch.);
Input mic trimming
Reference Tone 1KHz, -12dB / -18dB / -20dB / Off
Microphone Attenuation On / Off (20dB)
Microphone Level Meter Yes
Accessories
Supplied Lens hood with barrier, Lens Cap, Mic holder unit, Eye Cup, AC Cable,
Compact Power Adapter (CA-200L) Battery Charger (CG-A20), Battery Pack BP-A30
Optionals Canon Battery Pack BP-A30 / BP- A60
Canon Battery Charger CG-A10 / CG-A20
Canon Compact Power Adapter CA-CP200L
Canon 8 Pin Remote Cable RR-10 / RR-100
Canon Teleconverter TL-U58
Canon Wide Attachment WA-U58
Canon PROTECT Filter 58mm
Canon ND4L Filter 58mm
Canon ND8L Filter 58mm
Canon GPS Receiver GP-E2
Canon Remote Controller RC-V100
Canon Remote Camera Controller RC-IP100
Canon Interface Cable IFC-150AB III
Power Source
Power Supply (Battery) Canon Battery Pack BP-A30 (supplied), BP-A60 (optional)
Power Supply (Mains) Battery: 14.4V, DC in: 24V
Power Consumption Approx 13.6W (50.00P UHD, Long GoP 260 Mbps)
Approx 12.1W (25.00P UHD Intra 410 Mbps)
Recording Time With supplied BP-A30
Approx 185 mins.(50.00P UHD, Long GoP 260 Mbps)
Approx 210 mins. (25.00P UHD Intra 410 Mbps)
Physical Specifications
Dimensions (Main Body Only) Approx. 168 x 173 x 333 mm (Body Only)
Approx. 200 x 219 x 385 mm (Including lens hood, eye cup, microphone holder unit)
Weight (Body Only) 2010g (Approx.)
Weight (Accessories) 2460g (Approx.)
Operating Temperature Range Approx. 0 to 40 °C, 85 % (relative humidity)
Approx. -5 to 45 °C, 60 % (relative humidity)
Notes
1 FW update may be required
2 FW update may be required
3 5 GHz Wi-Fi may not be available in all regions

1.0-Type CMOS Sensor & DIGIC DV7 Processor
4K UHD 60P/50P 4:2:2/10-bit recording (XF-AVC or MP4)
Canon Log 3, HDR (PQ/HLG)
High Frame Rate recording up to 120fps (FHD)
15x Optical Zoom L-Series lens (30x Advanced Zoom in FHD)
Enhanced Dual Pixel CMOS AF with Eye AF &EOS iTR AF X (Intelligent Head Tracking)
Dual SD card slots supporting simultaneousrecording, multiple formats & Proxies
Professional connectivity Inc. 12G-SDI, HDMI, XLR,Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB-C, and more
Multi-Function Accessory Shoe
HLG/PQ – Internal HDR recording and output
25.5–382.5mm – Wide angle 4K 15x L-Series zoom
Autofocus – Accurate and reliable autofocus
Continuous 120P – High frame rate in Full HD
Built-in Wi-Fi and Ethernet port
12G-SDI terminal – Single cable 4K UHD transfer

Broadcast-quality video

The large 1.0-Type CMOS sensor and DIGIC DV7 processor work in harmony to deliver 4K UHD 60P/50P in 4:2:2 10-bit XF-AVC and MP4, as well as FHD 120P HFR for exceptional image quality and flexibility in post production.

Professional optics and control

Resolve fine details with the 4K ready L-Series lens offering 15x optical zoom, and equipped within dependent rings for Zoom, Focus and Iris control. Also featured are three Image Stabilisation modes, as well as built-in ND and infrared filters, offering even greater control.

Advanced autofocus

Acquire pin-sharp focus on your subject’s eyes with Eye tracking AF, and intelligent head tracking via EOS iTR AF X, an innovative ‘deep learning’ technology to track a subject’s head, even when looking away.

Professional connectivity and streaming

XF605 seamlessly integrates into live and offline environments, with 12G-SDI, Wi-Fi and Ethernet for IP streaming. The Content Transfer Mobile app enables thee diting of News ML-G2 standard compliant metadata, transferring of footage to your iPhone, and direct uploading to FTP servers.

Content Transfer Mobile App

Content Transfer Mobile is an app for iPhone designed to enable the editing of News MLG2 standard compliant metadata pre/post capture, as well as the ability to import footage from the camera to the phone, including instant transfer to FTP servers.

Intuitive controls and customisation

Stay in control and customise the XF605 to your needs with Independent controls and 11 assignable buttons. An enhanced touchscreen interface allows for quick and intuitive control of on-screen settings, menu navigation and playback control. A new multi-function accessory shoe opens the door for additional accessories with expanded capabilities.

Recording versatility

Capture an expanded dynamic range in Canon Log 3 for flexibility in post-production, or shoot directly in broadcast-ready PQ or HLG HDR formats. Simultaneous recording to dual SD cards in a variety of formats offers maximum flexibility for your production needs.

Shared colour science

XF605 supports the same colour matrices as Canon’s Cinema EOS and EOS R System product ranges, reducing the time needed in post-production to match colour in footage from multiple camera ranges.