Canon BU-47H Video Camera
The Canon BU-47H is a 2.37 MP per sensor (1920 x 1080 pixels, 3 sensors) 1/3 inch cinema camera — with Full HD (1920 x 1080) video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Canon BU-47H
Key Features — Canon BU-47H
3-Chip 1/3" Sensor System: Three dedicated 1/3-inch sensors each capturing at 1920 x 1080 pixels deliver precise color separation and full HD resolution suited to broadcast production.
10-Bit Video Output: 10-bit color depth provides significant post-production latitude for grading and color correction in professional workflows.
60fps & 50fps Support: Dual frame rate compatibility allows straightforward deployment in both NTSC and PAL broadcast environments.
DIGIC DV III Processor: Canon's dedicated video image processor handles real-time signal processing to maintain consistent image quality during continuous operation.
Extensive Color Science Controls: Granular controls including gamma, knee, color matrix, noise reduction, skin detail, and luminance-adaptive sharpness give operators precise command over the image pipeline.
AC-Powered Operation: External AC power supply enables uninterrupted continuous operation, eliminating battery management in fixed studio or broadcast installations.
Camera Specifications — Canon BU-47H
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Studio |
| Type | Other |
| Sensor | 1/3 inch |
| Resolution | 2.37 MP per sensor (1920 x 1080 pixels, 3 sensors) |
| Processor | DIGIC DV III |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| AF Points | Not specified |
| Max Photo Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Max Video Resolution | Full HD (1920 x 1080) |
| Max Frame Rate | 60fps |
| Bit Depth | 10-bit |
| Image Stabilization | Optical (OIS) |
Description — Canon BU-47H
The Canon BU-47H is a professional studio and broadcast video camera engineered around a three-sensor system, with each sensor measuring 1/3 inch and resolving 2.37 megapixels at 1920 x 1080 pixels. Combined with the DIGIC DV III image processor, the camera delivers Full HD (1920 x 1080) video output at frame rates of 60fps and 50fps, and captures at 10-bit color depth — providing meaningful headroom for color grading and post-production. The camera includes Optical Image Stabilization and a Contrast Detection autofocus system.
Operators benefit from an exceptionally deep set of image controls covering gamma, black gamma, knee, color matrix, color gain, noise reduction, skin detail, luminance-adaptive sharpness, selective noise reduction, and more — offering fine-grained control over the entire image pipeline. Powered entirely via external AC supply, the BU-47H is built for continuous fixed-installation operation. The weather-sealed metal composite body ensures durability across a range of professional environments.
Pros — Canon BU-47H
- ✓Three-sensor system with 2.37 MP per sensor (1920 x 1080 pixels across 3 x 1/3-inch sensors) for dedicated Full HD capture
- ✓10-bit color depth in video output supports robust post-production grading
- ✓Supports both 60fps and 50fps frame rates for flexible broadcast compatibility
Cons — Canon BU-47H
- ✗Requires external AC power supply — no standalone battery operation supported
- ✗Autofocus limited to Contrast Detection with no eye tracking or subject tracking
- ✗No onboard storage media specified, limiting flexibility without additional infrastructure