Canon now releases the third generation of IFxs series, the J11ex4.5B, this ultra wide lens follows the design concept known as IFxs which incorporates Canon’s power optical system and features the x-element. IFxs allows for a smaller more compact size with increased specifications marking the J11ex4.5B the widest lens in the world.

The new J11ex4.5B provides wide images never previously possible with an 88.7 angle of view at the wide end in standard 4:3 mode, 93.7 in 16:9 mode and 101.4 diagonal. The focal length at the wide end is 4.5mm-16% wider than the current J9ax5.2B.

As the leader in digital electronic technology for lenses, Canon is providing tools based upon our advance technology that will fill many needs. These digital drive tools will not only help our customers with today’s production requirements, they will be ready to handle future requirements not yet conceived by the cameraperson. Digital drive features shuttle shot, speed preset, framing preset as well as other useful features.

High zoom ratio 11X

Crossover Mode
For 16:9/4:3 switchable cameras. (Option)

Built-in 2X Extender

Vari-Polar Hood
Supports high grade filter work 120 degree rotation for Polarized Light Filters, Cross Filters and etc.

Quiet Servo Operation

Mass (1.78kg)
Lightest mass in it’s class.

Shuttle Shot
By Memorizing any two focal lengths, the Digital Drive can automatically “shuttle” between the two points at its highest speed, moving in either direction.

Speed Preset
A specific zoom speed can be preset in memory and it is possible to repeat the zoom speed as often as you like by pushing a simple button. This is useful when a production requires the same zoom speed repeatedly, such as an interview program.

Framing Preset
An Angle of view can be preset in memory and the lens will zoom to that position by pushing a simple button. During a performance, framing preset will reproduce the zoom as often as you like at the highest speed or in a preset zoom speed.

Ergonomic Design and Ease of Use

It may seem that all of the added functions made available by Digital Drive will cause confusion to the cameraperson. On the contrary, the digital functions have become “Useful” by having only one memory button on the drive unit. If you have a production requirement where you will be shooting several different Sciences, each function can easily be set up by the use of on/off dipswitches.