XL2 Available for Rental
All about Canon Lenses for the XL2
Features
Image Quality: Progressive scan 3 CCD system with separate progressive scan CCD (charge-coupled device) for each primary color (red, green, blue). Each CCD contains 680,000 pixels. The DSP (digital signal processor) is 12 bit, using 4,096 gradations. (Compare this with 8 bit processors that use 256 gradations.) As the number of gradations increase, the image quality increases. The 12 bit DSP was customized by Canon exclusively for use in the XL2. Intentinally overengineered, indeed. And you are the beneficiary.
Your Choice of Frame Rate: 60i / 30p / 24p (2:3 and 2:3:3:2 both with 1/48th second shutter speed). Note: The PAL version, not available in the U.S., is 25p and 50i.
Your Choice of Format: 16x9 or 4x3
Your Choice of Image Look and Feel: customize your video recording with a number of variables: color matrix, gamma, knee, black stretch, vertical detail, coring, sharpness, noise reduction, color gain, hue, and film grain. Adjust each of these independently for precise control over the "film-like" appearance of your video.
Control Set-up: From complete automatic setting to fine adjustments of Master RGB, Setup Level, Master Pedestal, Skin Tone Detail, Program AE, Gain, AE Shift and Lock, White Balance, Shutter Speeds, Aperture Control, Zebra Patterns Clear Scan and Interval Timer.
Your Choice of Lenses: A key feature of the Canon XL-series camcorders -- and the only MiniDV format camcorder with this feature -- is the XL mount interchangeable lens system. Unlike other systems, the XL2 offers users the ability to change lenses, whether from within the XL series of video lenses, third-party cine lenses, or Canon's extensive range of photo lenses.
Four lenses within the Canon XL system are the new 20x OIS, 16x OIS, 16x Manual, and 3x Wide Angle. Then, using an XL system adapter, the entire range of Canon photo lenses is available. Use the P+S Technik Mini35 Digital Image Converter to use 35mm professional motion picture lenses and maintain the angle of view, focal length and depth of field characteristics of the lens to achieve the closest film-like results ever with a digital video camera.
SMPTE Time Code: The Canon XL2 offers many on-camera enhancements to help capture high-quality footage, including features commonly found on broadcast camcorders. Among these is the placement of a SMPTE time code on the tape. SMPTE (Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers) time code is a digital signal that assigns a number to every frame of video, representing hours, minutes, seconds, frames, plus some additional information. The SMPTE time code is used to identify a precise location on a video tape, a mainstay of professional editing allowing all tape and equipment to work together for precise editing. Choose Drop, Non-Drop, Rec Run and Free Run modes. Also provided is User bit settings, allowing the inclusion of reel number or other user data.
The XL2 also generates SMPTE color bars with 1 KHz tone (-12dB and -20dB). SMPTE color bars with tone are the standard method of setting up video and audio monitors and edit suites. By using industry standard color bars and tone, the XL2 fits in with all production equipment.
Custom Pre-sets: Three custom presets are provided and each can be assigned any one of a number of functions, accessible at the touch of a button, for faster and easier camera operation. Among the functions are: color gain, color phase, sharpness, setup level, V detail, color matrix, gamma, knee, black stretch, skin detail (hue, gain, area, Y level). These custom presets can be transferred to another XL2, or to a computer (3rd party software required), using the IEEE1394 connection.
Professional Audio: Four-channel audio through two built-in XLR connectors with phantom power. These inputs are designed for use with professional microphones. This balanced connection allows for the use of very long cables without the introduction of outside noise. These features are commonly found on more expensive production and broadcast camcorders.
Condenser microphones need "phantom power," with +48V power going to the microphone along the same wires that carry the audio signals. The XL2 supplies this through the XLR connectors.
BNC connectors are used in professional and broadcast video applications. These connect a two-wire coaxial cable using a bayonet mount.
Standard XL2 Kit includes:
XL2 Camcorder Body*
20x Zoom Lens, 5.4-108mm
Color Viewfinder*
Lithium Battery*
WL-D4000 Wireless Controller and two RO3/AAA Batteries for Controller*
Lens Cap
Lens Dust Cap
Lens Hood
Lens Soft Case
Camcorder Dust Cap*
CA-920 Compact Power Adapter*
AC Cable*
DC-920 DC Coupler*
BP-930 Battery Pack with Terminal Cover*
SS-1000 Shoulder Strap*
STV-150 Stereo Video Cable*
S-150 S-Video Cable*
Microphone*
Adapter Holder*
Instruction Manual*
Lens Instruction Manual
* Included in XL2 Body-only Kit
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Description | Price US$ |
| Canon XL2 Standard Kit | $Call |
| Canon XL2 Body Only Kit | $Call |
Lenses |
16x Manual Servo Zoom Lens XL 5.4-86.4mm, f/1.6
Gives you the flexibility of calibrated power zoom, power iris, two built-in ND filters and calibrated manual focus. | $ 1,410 |
Extender XL 1.6x
Increases the focal length of the XL2 lens by 1.6x. | $ 410 |
Lens Adapters |
EF Adapter XL
Allows use of over 50 Canon photographic EF lenses to the XL2. Magnification: 7.8x in 16:9, 9.6x in 4.3. | Special!
$ 419 |
TA-100 Tripod Adapter
Allows you to quickly mount and dismount the XL2 camera on or from a tripod. | $ 139 |
Black and White Viewfinder |
FU-1000 Monochrome CRT Viewfinder Unit
Professional 1.5 inch black and white CRT viewfinder provides Contrast, Brightness, and Peaking controls, Tally Lamp On/Off. | $ 1,525 |
Audio |
MA-300 Microphone Adapter
Connects 2 XLR style microphones. Attaches to the camcorder's Advanced Accessory Shoe, providing power and audio connection without any wires. | $ 169 |
Cables |
S-150 S-Video Cable
Included with XL2 Standard Kit. Allows you to connect your XL2 to TVs or VCRs that are S-video compatible | $ 11.2 |
STV-150
This cable connector allows you to attach your camcorder to composite connections on your TV and VCR for Stereo Audio and Video Playback (RCA to RCA) | $ 17.6 |
Other Accessories |
Canon FS-72U 72mm Filter Set
(Circular Polarizer, Neutral Density .8, UV, Case) | $ 119 |
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| CB-920 Car Battery Charger (Note: The CB-910 Car Battery Charger that works for the XL1/XL1S will NOT work with the XL2.) | $ 132 |
HC-3200 System Case
Solid, lockable case that protects the contents of the XL2 kit. | Special!
$ 370 |
ZR-1000 Zoom Remote Controller
Controls Start/Stop, Focus, On-screen, Record Search (+/-) Variable and Single Speed Zoom | $ 199 |
Canon Lithium Ion Battery Packs
BP-945:
With XL2 20x lens: 135 mins.
With XL2 16x manual lens: 160 mins.
BP-930:
With XL2 20x lens: 90 mins.
With XL2 16x manual lens: 105 mins. | BP-945:
$ 114
BP-930
$ 85 |
| Dolgin Engineering Turbo Chargers | |
Anton Bauer Batteries |
QR-XLH Anton Bauer Gold Mount Bracket
Holds battery to back of camera. Requires Canon MA-100 shoulder pad accessory for mounting. | $ 170 |
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| Open this PDF Accessory Diagram to help you see, at a glance, the various Canon accessories that are available for the Canon XL2. | |
| See other manufacturers' accessories for the XL2 on our DV Store page. | |
The Canon XL2 is now available for rental from the following film and video equipment rental facilites:
Boston Camera, Boston, MA, 617-277-2200
DuAll Camera, New York City, 212-643-1042
Hand Held Cameras, New York City, 212-502-0900
Indie Rentals, Los Angeles, CA, 323-571-9476
MPS Studios, Dallas, TX, 214-630-1655
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