For Sale: Canon CN7 PL Lens

Canon CN-7 Lens for sale.

17-120mm T2.95 PL Mount 4K Cine zoom lens.

CN7x17 KAS S/P1

Smooth and correct movements.

Immaculate and clean glass throughout.

Photos show condition.

All functions working. Never dropped nor abused.

Servo grip.

Free or powered zoom via rocker control (or via an optional remote, not included).

Free or powered focus (via an optional remote, not included).

Fully cared for by an owner/operator (me) since new.

It’s been fitted to the front of my trusty Sony F55. Never dry hired.

Comes with clear UV filter that has never been removed from the front since new.

A range of lens bars (three sets of different lengths).

Front lens post and support.

Broadcast style rubber lens hood and cap. Can take screw in round filters.

Round front lens cap.

PL back cap.

Supplied with 1520 Pelicase with custom cut foam inserts.

Original Canon sales/shipping box, DVD and manual.

Retirement forces regrettable sale of this amazing ‘do it all’ lens.

Lens is currently in south Manchester area. Any inspection welcome.

Delivery at cost.

£8,500 No VAT

Model Name CN7x17 KAS S/P1 17-120mm T2.95 PL-MOUNT

Mount PL

Zoom Ratio 7x

Focal Length 17-120mm

Maximum Aperture T2.95 at 17-91mm T3.9 at 120mm

Iris Blade 11

M.O.D (from Image Plane) 0.85m / 2.8'

Front Diameter Φ114mm

Approx. Size (WxHxL) 125.0 x 174.2 x 254.9mm

Approx. Mass 2.9kg

Pitch of Focus/Zoom/Iris Gear Focus: 0.8/0.5 Zoom: 0.5 Iris: 0.4

Drive Unit Specification

Maximum Speed Iris 1.3 sec

Maximum Speed Zoom 0.5 sec

Maximum Speed Focus 1.6 sec

Low-speed drive Zoom 300 sec

Number of encoder pulses Zoom 16 bits or more

Number of encoder pulses Focus 16 bits or more

High optical performance for single-chip large-format cameras (4K resolution)

7x zoom with hugely versatile 17-120mm focal range

Designed for hand-held broadcast use

Removable drive unit supports cinema applications

Lens-camera communication function

Durable and rugged design

Suited to shoulder and tripod-mounted use

Easy control of zoom, focus and iris

16-bit encoder output

Maximum T-number of T2.95

Robustly designed for reliability

Compatible with a wide range of accessories

Available in PL and EF (Interchangeable via Service)

Industry info:

“The CN7x17 offers stunning 4K optical performance, 7x magnification with a 17mm-120mm focal length. Featuring a servo drive unit, it’s ideal for shooting scenarios where mobility is key.

The grip includes servo motors for focus, zoom and iris allowing it to be used on the F5/F55, Arri Alexa or Arri Amira in a studio type setup with an incredible cine-look.”

“The Canon CN7 is a hugely flexible 4K lens delivering superior UHD images for live production scenarios where you need a PL lens.

Whether you are pairing it with a cinematic camera such as the ARRI AMIRA or with the Sony HDC-4800 ultra slow motion 4K camera channel, the Canon CN7 gives you a colour-rich, vibrant look that will significantly enhance your 4K production.

Full sensor coverage with PL Canon CN7

Twinned with the HDC-4800, the CN7 allows you full sensor coverage. Because it is designed for use with Super 35mm sensor cameras, you get no loss of light. Vital when shooting 8x slow motion in 4K. That means you can make full use of its T2.95 capability.

Used on a shoulder or Steadicam-mounted HDC-4800, the Canon CN7 can be used at the heart of the action to capture spectacular 4K super slow motion. It especially lends itself to small venues or close-up action, such as on-stage shots of concerts or theatre productions.

Compact, lightweight lens familiar to operators

The CN7 has a familiar form factor and controls for broadcast operators. It has a built-in servo drive unit, but can also be used with broadcast zoom and focus demands.

The lens offers 7x zoom, with a 17-120mm focal range. It is small and lightweight, making it ideal for shooting on the move. Lens breathing is minimised by the CN7’s three-group inner focus system.”