Canon introduces the CR-N100 4K PTZ camera and RC-IP1000 professional PTZ controller

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professional PTZ controller

Figure 1:Canon CR-N100 4K NDI PTZ Camera with 20x Zoom

 

Canon South Africa today announced the CR-N100 indoor 4K pan-tilt-zoom camera – the sixth model in the PTZ lineup designed to achieve high quality video capture and seamless integration into a multi-camera system. In addition to the latest camera release, Canon introduces the RC-IP1000 professional PTZ controller for broadcast and live events. Canon also launches its new Multi-camera Management Application to facilitate the management workflow of multiple PTZ cameras. With the addition of the CR-N100 to Canon’s lineup of remote cameras, customers now have greater choice of products that support a wide range of uses, from professional video production to video content use by enterprises, local governments, and educational institutions.

 

"The CR-N100's seamless motion and unmatched image clarity at its price range underscore our commitment to offering a wider array of choices to corporate and educational sectors. Simultaneously, our RC-IP1000 controller elevates the professional workflow to extraordinary levels of excellence, setting a new standard for live productions,” says Roger Machin, Product Marketing Manager at Canon South Africa.

 

The CR-N100 excels in image quality, offering unparalleled versatility and performance for its price point. The camera is equipped with a 1/2.3-type 4K CMOS sensor and DIGIC DV6 processor and a powerful optical zoom lens of 20x, delivering crystal-clear 4K UHD resolution footage with exceptional detail and oversampled HD video. As online meetings, lectures, events, and seminars become increasingly commonplace, there is a growing need for livestreaming and video recording technology.

 

The CR-N100 camera includes four different ‘scene modes’ – Portrait, Sports, Low-light and Spotlight – which users can choose to create the best possible visual expression based on their subject. The Hybrid Auto Focus system combines contrast AF with external phase-detection AF, delivering rapid and accurate focusing of the subject even in low light conditions, assisting the camera operator.

 

The CR-N100 is compatible with Canon’s Auto Tracking App1 as an add-on application offering unparalleled flexibility, enabling the camera to automatically track the main speaker, without the intervention of a camera operator. The camera also supports the Multi-camera Management App that enables batch setting configuration, management and monitoring of up to 200 cameras, making possible efficient operation of large-scale systems in such environments as enterprises, local governments, and educational institutions. These features, combined with the price point of the camera, deliver a budget-friendly but high-quality automated solution.

Figure 2: Canon RC-IP1000

 

The RC-IP1000 is a powerful professional broadcast PTZ controller with a host of features aimed at capturing every moment with utmost precision – perfect for busy studios and production teams. 

 

The controller has been designed to perfectly complement Canon’s high-end PTZ models for the broadcast market and is compatible with both IP and serial communication to access and control PTZ cameras remotely. The input monitoring feature enables users to view their feeds on the 7-inch LCD screen, built on the controller, without the need to connect to an external monitor.

 

The launch of this controller is a direct response to broadcasters’ demands and sports a professional control interface for comfort, paired with a high-quality ergonomic joystick. The RC-IP1000 also features a large touchscreen LCD which enables the user to intuitively access multiple camera settings and features including setting the focus point for cameras. With unrivalled control and no requirement for a PC, this professional PTZ controller has 12G-SDI and HDMI input/outputs up to 4K 60P, enabling operation and monitoring of up to 200 cameras via IP.

 

Figure 3: Canon RC-IP1000 with ergonomic joystick

Additional information:

CR-N100 key features:

  • 4K30P high-image-quality video capture
  • 20x optical zoom lens with a focal length of 29.3m - 601mm (35mm film equivalent)
  • Hybrid Auto Focus with face detection and tracking
  • Intelligent Auto Tracking1
  • In-built protocol support, including Canon XC2, RTMP3/RTMPS and RTP/RTSP, NDI|HX4 and SRT5, making the CR-N100 extremely flexible out of the box
  • Compatible HDMI and USB-C connectivity
  • Includes additional support tools such as Camera Search Tool, Remote Camera Control Application, and Webcam Driver

 

RC-IP1000 key features:

  • IP video and input monitoring (up to 200 cameras)
  • PC-less setup of cameras from RC-IP1000
  • HDMI Out, 12G-SDI in/out, Serial RJ45, LAN/POE+, two USB ports and two GPIO D-Sub 25pin channels
  • 7-inch multi-function touchscreen LCD
  • Ergonomic joystick and zoom rocker for precise control
  • Multiple camera control function – group cameras and apply the same settings
  • Arrow buttons for easy menu navigation 
  • Advanced pre-set and trace control – control other camera during trace

 

 

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