Canon XF300 Professional Camcorder
The Canon XF300 is a 1920x1080 1/3 inch cinema camera — with 1080p video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Canon XF300 Professional Camcorder
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Camera Overview — Canon XF300
Key Features — Canon XF300
1080p Full HD Recording: Records at 1920x1080 across multiple frame rates including 24fps, 30fps, and 60i/60p, covering broadcast, documentary, and event production needs.
MXF / MPEG-2 Format: Records directly to broadcast-standard MXF wrapped MPEG-2 files, simplifying delivery to broadcast and post-production pipelines.
Canon Log & Wide DR: Two color profiles give shooters meaningful grading latitude in post without requiring a cinema camera.
Optical Image Stabilization: Built-in OIS combined with a digital IS option helps maintain steady footage during handheld and run-and-gun shooting.
4-Inch LCD Monitor: The 1.23 million-dot, 4-inch LCD provides a large, detailed view for on-set monitoring and menu navigation.
1.55MP Electronic Viewfinder: High-resolution EVF at 60Hz refresh rate supports precise focus confirmation in bright outdoor conditions.
Camera Specifications — Canon XF300
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Video / Cinematography, Documentary, Event |
| Type | Other |
| Sensor | 1/3 inch |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| AF Points | Selectable |
| Max Video Resolution | 1080p |
| Max Frame Rate | 60fps |
| Bit Depth | 8-bit |
| Video Color Profiles | Canon Log, Wide DR |
| Image Stabilization | Optical (OIS) |
| Display | 4 inches LCD |
Description — Canon XF300
The Canon XF300 professional camcorder records 1080p video at up to 60fps, with support for 24fps and 30fps as well, covering a broad range of production frame rate needs. Its 1/3-inch sensor outputs footage in MPEG-2 and MXF recording formats to CF (CompactFlash) media — formats and media well-suited to broadcast and professional production environments. The 8-bit color pipeline is paired with Canon Log and Wide DR color profiles, giving colorists a workable starting point in post.
Autofocus operates via a Contrast Detection system with selectable focus points. On-camera monitoring is handled by a 4-inch LCD with 1.23 million dots of resolution, backed by an electronic viewfinder resolving 1.55 million dots at 60Hz. The camera's Optical (OIS) stabilization, supplemented by a digital IS option, helps control camera movement during handheld use.
External connections include Mini HDMI output, a 3.5mm mic input, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The magnesium alloy body measures 168 x 171 x 334 mm and weighs 2.7 kg, powered by a BP-955 battery rated at approximately 3 hours of runtime.
Pros — Canon XF300
- ✓Canon Log and Wide DR color profiles (videoSpecs.colorProfiles) provide meaningful grading latitude for professional workflows
- ✓MXF and MPEG-2 recording formats (videoFilters.recordingFormat) align with broadcast delivery requirements
- ✓Large 4-inch LCD at 1.23 million dots (display.size, display.resolution) offers comfortable on-set monitoring
Cons — Canon XF300
- ✗No weather sealing (bodyDesign.weatherSealing: None) limits use in rain or dusty environments without additional protection
- ✗8-bit color depth (videoSpecs.bitDepth) is a ceiling for high-end post-production color work compared to higher bit-depth alternatives
- ✗CF card storage only (storageMedia) means reliance on an older media format that can be harder to source
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