Canon XF300 features features 50Mbps MPEG-2 4:2:2 recording to universally available Compact Flash (CF) cards for unsurpassed image quality and efficient, robust workflow at an affordable price. It is ideally suited to match the requirements of electronic newsgathering (ENG) crews, independent filmmakers, documentary producers, event videographers and military agencies. 

Technical Specifications 

Standard Definition or High Definition: High Definition 
Power Supply (rated): 7.4V DC (battery pack) 
Video Recording system: Compression: MPEG-2 Long GOP, Color Space: 4:2:2 (at 50Mbps recording) 
Audio Recording system: 2-Channel, PCM digital recording, 16-Bit; 48kHz 
Image Sensor: 1/3-inch CMOS 
Total Pixels: Approx. 2.37 megapixels (2044 x 1160 pixels) each x 3 
Effective Pixels: Approx. 2.07 megapixels (1920 x 1080 pixels) 
Maximum recording time: 64GB Compact Flash (CF) card - Type 1 
Lens: Canon 18x HD L Series Zoom, 4.1-73.8mm (35mm equivalent 29.3 - 527.4mm), f/1.6-2.8 
Focusing System: TVAF plus External Phase Difference Metering Sensor, Autofocus (Instant AF, Normal AF, Face AF), Manual, Full Manual 
Max Shutter Speed: 1/2000 
Minimum Focusing Distance: 20mm (wide macro), 1m (entire zoom range) 
White Balance: Auto, Manual, Custom (2000K - 15000K in 100K increments), Daylight, Tungsten 
Frame Rate: 60i, 60p, 30p, 24p (50i, 50p and 25p optional upgrade available through Canon Factory Service Center) 
Minimum Illumination: Full AUTO mode: 4.5 lux (Shutter speed 1/60, Gain +21dB); Manual mode: 08 lux (Shutter speed 1/4, Gain +33dB), (when 60i is selected) 
Image Stabilization: SuperRange Optical (Lens Shift) Modes: Standard, Powered, Dynamic, Off 
Filter Diameter: 82mm 
Viewfinder: 0.52-inch color widescreen, approx. 1,555,000 dots, approx. 100% field of view 
LCD Screen: 4.0-inch color widescreen LCD, approx. 1,230,000 dots, approx. 100% field of view 
Microphone: Stereo electrect condenser microphone 
Recording Media: CF Card : 2 Slots, Movie files only, Type 1 only, UDMA supported / SD Card: Still images, Custom Picture Data, Clip Metadata, Custom Settings 
Dimensions: Approx. 6.0 x 9.3 x 15.0 in. (153 x 236 x 382mm) (not including lens hood, eyecup, grip belt) 
Weight (not including lens hood and eyecup): 5.8 lbs (2,630 g) (includes grip belt) 

Package Content 

1 Canon XF305 Camcorder 
1 Battery Pack 
1 Battery Charger 
1 Data Cable (USB) 
1 AV Cable 
1 Component Cable 
1 HDMI Cable 
1 CD-ROM 
1 User's Guide 
1 Remote Control