Canon Europe has announced new RF mount cinema camera, the EOS C80.

Building upon the legacy of the EOS R5 C and EOS C70, the EOS C80 “blends cutting-edge technology with a compact and ergonomic design.”

The EOS C80 is Canon’s second cinema EOS camera to feature the backside illuminated (BSI) stacked CMOS sensor, first unveiled in the EOS C400 earlier this year. The sensor “unlocks the potential for stunning full frame 6K capture with 16 stops of dynamic range, delivering exceptional sensitivity with minimal noise for truly breathtaking footage.”

The EOS C80 integrates Canon’s Dual Pixel CMOS AF II technology, now enhanced with advanced autofocus capabilities.

The EOS C80 mirrors the compact form of the C70 making it useful for handheld use and rigging to gimbals and drones. It comes with a redesigned and removeable top handle and a new multi-function shoe expands the range of compatible audio accessories. The camera also has a brighter LCD panel which offers better visibility when used outdoors as well as an improved joystick design closer to the thumb.

The EOS C80 is the latest camera in the Cinema EOS System to support Canon’s PL to RF mount adapter, giving access to industry standard PL mount cinema lenses including support for Cooke /i TechnologyTM metadata.

The EOS C80 has robust built-in Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity for file transfer, remote camera control, IP streaming, and streamlined collaboration on set.

Real-time lens metadata and distortion data capture/ output unlocks “unprecedented workflow efficiency and creative control” for VFX and virtual production. It also has integrated VR capabilities, optimised for use with Canon’s RF 5.2mm F2.8L Dual Fisheye Lens.

It supports 12-bit Cinema RAW Light of up to 6K 30p, and also features new MP4 video formats such as XF-AVC S and XF-HEVC S.

The EOS C80 will be available to try at IBC in Amsterdam.