Canon XL2 Camcorder User Manual


 
No more limits.
Canon’s XL2 is more than just a successor to the popular
XL1s – it’s a revolution in digital video camera freedom.
The design concept is based on the
successful ‘open architecture’ structure
of its predecessor, with innovation
upon innovation added to produce a
broadcast quality digital video camera of
unprecedented flexibility. The XL2 gives you
total control over virtually all of your shooting
parameters for an unrestricted creative
experience like no other. Incorporating many
new features normally only found in a
post-production studio, this supremely
advanced MiniDV format video camera is
the flagship of Canon’s range. And with
Canon’s XL
-
series interchangeable lens
system providing consistently stunning
picture quality, there’s no limit to what
you can achieve.
Unprecedented level of manual control
Pro-Quality 16:9 capability
25p progressive scan Cine
-
Look
3CCD 800,000 pixel sensor with horizontal
pixel shift
Optical 20x Zoom lens with precision
circular iris and SuperRange Optical
Image Stabilizer
I
nterchangeable lens system compatible
with EOS EF
-
lenses and L
-
series video
lens with fluorite elements
2 XLR jacks with phantom power supply
and BNC jack
SMPTE time code
The XL2’s magnesium alloy
frame is tough and durable,
yet extremely lightweight
for easy portability.