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.