Page 6 - Lenses to expand
NEW 20X ZOOM LENS Developed exclusively for the XL2, the XL 5.4 -108mm L IS lens is composed of 12 lens elements in 10 groups,delivering a focal length range of 41.4 to 828mm in Pro-Quality 16:9 mode. It incorporates Canon’sSuperRange Optical Image Stabiliser, an L-series Fluoritelens and two aspher...
Page 8 - The freedom of
The XL2 can shoot footage in a way that comesremarkably close to the look and feel of actual 35mmfilm. Simply shoot in 25p mode and adjust the followingfunctions according to your creative direction. GAMMA Set the Gamma mode to either Video/Normal or Cinema. When set to Cinema,the XL2 increases the ...
Page 11 - The power of presets.
The power of presets. Not only does the XL2 give you a huge amount of manual control over yourshooting parameters – it comes with a number of preset shooting programsand modes that allow you to focus on achieving your creative vision. APERTURE PRIORITY (AV MODE) In Av mode, an aperture from f/1.6 to...
Page 12 - The sound
The sound of artistic freedom. FOUR CHANNEL DIGITAL AUDIO The XL2 records in digital stereo sound.Select from 16 bit audio (2 channels, 48 Khz) or 12 bit (4 channels, 32 Khz)and from Line or Mic level audio sourcesto ensure an accurate impedance match.You can monitor the levels on anilluminated VU m...
Page 13 - More control for
CENTRE MARKER When turned on, the centre markerappears as a small white cross in themiddle of the LCD to help position your shots. ZEBRA PATTERN This function helps you avoid over-exposing a shot by highlighting over-exposed areas with a diagonal zebrapattern on the LCD. The level can be set to one ...
Page 14 - Fully prepared for anything.
Fully prepared for anything. The XL2 is the perfect camera for so many shooting applicationsbecause of its widely adaptable functionality. From simple handheldshots to complicated multi-camera setups, the XL2 can handle it allwith consistency and exceptionally high performance. SMPTE TIME CODE The X...
Page 15 - Designed for freedom.
LCD / FULLY ADJUSTABLE VIEWFINDER The viewfinder (EVF) on the XL2 is fullyadjustable (left, right, fore and aft) with a 200,000 pixel, 2" LCD that displays 86% of the shooting scene. This high-resolutionscreen can be adapted to view Pro-Quality16:9 (shown in letter box format on the EVF).The EVF...
Page 18 - Expand your
Expand your repertoire. The creative possibilities are virtuallyendless with the XL2’s wide range of in-box and optional accessories. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Battery Pack BP-945/930 Car Battery Charger CB-920 Dual Battery Charger/Holder CH-910 Viewfinder Stereo Microphone Battery Charger CA-920 Battery...
Page 19 - Specif ications
CAMERA SECTION CAMERA Imaging Device 3 x 1/3" CCD (3 CCD Horizontal PixelShift) Pixel Count (per CCD) Total 800,000 Effective in 4:3 410,000 (720 x 576 pixels) Effective in 16:9 550,000 (962x 576 pixels) Colour Separation Prism and Dicroic filter Digital Quantization 8 bits A/D Signal Compositio...