Developed for professional videographers and expert amateurs working with large-sensor cameras, this lens joins the CN7x17 and CN20x50 in the Canon Cine-servo lens range. The CN-E18-80 mm T/4.4 L IS KAS S is versatile and offers outstanding image quality.
Its servo motor, powered by the EF mount's connectors, facilitates hand-held shooting. For even greater flexibility, Canon also offers the optional ZSG-C10 grip: a dedicated zoom handle, ideal for use with a video rig.
Impressive 4K optical performance
The CN-E18-80 mm T/4.4 L IS KAS S offers 4K resolution, for images of exceptional quality. Its aperture is constant at T/4.4 over the entire focal length range, from 18 to 80 mm (4.4x). The image is homogeneous both in the center and at the edges. Three exclusive stabilization modes ensure perfect stability, even when hand-held. The CN-E18-80 mm T/4.4 L IS KAS S also features a 9-blade diaphragm, for particularly aesthetic bokeh, while its color rendition is the same as that of other lenses in the EOS Cinema range.
Extremely compact
Weighing just 1.2 kg, the CN-E18-80 mm T/4.4 L IS KAS S is currently the smallest and lightest Canon Cine-servo lens in the range. Its ergonomic design is particularly well-suited to the needs of reportage filmmakers. Its compactness and lightness also mean that it can be used for drone shooting, or for shoots that need to be carried out discreetly or in cramped locations. The CN-E18-80 mm is particularly easy to use, and eliminates the need to change lenses, giving operators working on a one-to-one basis great shooting flexibility.
Undeniable performance
The CN-E18-80 mm T/4.4 L IS KAS S boasts an incredible level of performance, thanks to the integration of the servo motor in the lens barrel, enabling digital control of zooming operations. As a result, film and documentary makers can count on maximum reactivity and speed of execution, and enjoy great flexibility when switching between manual and automatic focusing/zooming.
This lens guarantees minimal angle-of-field variation thanks to its internal 3-lens group focusing system. This means you can quickly change the focus without losing the framing field. This feature is ideal for shooting fast-moving action scenes, particularly in documentaries and commercials.