Canon CN30x40 IAS J R1/P1 – Ultra-Telephoto Cine-Servo Lens RF/PL – Long Range 40-1200mm 8K

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Expand the optical reach of your high-end productions with the Canon CN30x40 IAS J R1/P1 6.7 kg cine-servo zoom lens. This optics provides a ramping aperture of T5.0 to T10.8 to cover natively the Super 35 mm format. Engaging the built-in 1.5x extender stretches the focal length to 1800 mm, allowing full 8K resolution sensor coverage on Full Frame cameras for specialized live production and wildlife documentary crews.

Canon CN30x40 IAS J R1/P1 : Video Brokers Expertise & Warranty

  • On Demand Only : direct sourcing and optimized delivery times based on custom commercial quotes
  • Manufacturer Warranty : comprehensive protection and official Canon technical support for your investment
  • Trade-In Program : optimize your equipment budget by trading in your old pro video gear at any time
  • Canon CN20x50 Buyback : we buy back your previous generation zoom lens at the best market value to fund this upgrade
  • Expert Advice & Support : dedicated engineering team for optical system integration and lens mount compatibility check
  • Secure Shipping : specialized transport logistics for high-value sensitive equipment with global international coverage

Key Features of the Canon 40-1200

  • Relative aperture T5.0 to T10.8 : light ramping compensation from forty to twelve hundred millimeters
  • Built-in 1.5x extender : focal length expansion from sixty to eighteen hundred millimeters
  • 0.8 and 0.5 gear pitch : native physical compatibility with external focus, zoom, and iris lens motors
  • 16-bit digital encoders : ultra-precise positional metadata transmission tailored for virtual production workflows
  • USB-C drive unit port : direct hardware interface for user configurations and firmware updates

Technical Specifications

Optical Performance

  • SKU : CN30X40-IASJ
  • Zoom ratio : 30x
  • Native focal length : 40 - 1200 mm
  • Focal length with extender : 60 - 1800 mm
  • Native sensor coverage : Super 35 mm
  • Sensor coverage with extender : Full Frame mm
  • Maximum aperture without extender : T5.0 - T10.8
  • Maximum aperture with extender : T7.5 - T16.2
  • Iris blades number : 11 x
  • Minimum object distance : 3.5 m

Electronic Management & Metadata

  • R1 mount variant : RF
  • P1 mount variant : PL
  • PL communication protocol : Cooke /i Technology
  • Drive unit encoder resolution : 16 bits
  • Servo connection interface : USB Type-C

Physical Specifications

  • Front lens diameter : 136 mm
  • RF mount version dimensions : 174.9 x 170.6 x 437.2 mm
  • PL mount version dimensions : 174.9 x 170.6 x 405.2 mm
  • RF mount version net weight : 6.7 kg
  • PL mount version net weight : 6.6 kg

Pack Content

  • Pack content : Canon CN30x40 IAS J lens, detachable digital servo drive unit, front cap, rear cap, user manual

Customer Questions

Does the Canon CN30x40 IAS J R1/P1 model technically replace the legacy Canon CN20x50 IAS H zoom ?
Yes. This optics succeeds the legacy telephoto zoom lens by delivering enhanced optical performance matched for modern high-resolution 8K acquisition sensors.

What is the exact weight and size field difference between the RF mount and PL mount configurations ?
The RF mount configuration weighs 6.7 kg with a 437.2 mm length compared to 6.6 kg and 405.2 mm for the PL version.

Does the integrated 1.5x extender allow full coverage of a large format Full Frame sensor while maintaining 8K resolution ?
Absolutely. Engaging the built-in optical group delivers a uniform 8K resolving power across the entire surface of a Full Frame sensor.

What is the net maximum focal reach gain between this new model and the legacy reference lens ?
The net physical focal reach extension is exactly 300 mm as the maximum focal length goes from 1500 mm up to 1800 mm.

Do you offer trade-ins for my old equipment?
Absolutely ; VIDEO BROKERS provides immediate buy-back or trade-in options for your professional cinema and broadcast equipment
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