Canon debuts the CN30×40 IAS J R1/P1 zoom at NAB 2026

The new CN CN30×40 IAS J R1/P1 zoom leads the innovations of Canon facing NAB 2026, an appointment in which the company also shows a new updated drive unit and the RC-IP300 multi-camera PTZ controller.

With a zoom ultrateleobjetivo 30x de 40-1200 mm o 60-1800 mm with the 1.5x multiplier (with which it increases its focal range and allows full frame coverage), the CN30×40 IAS J R1/P1 provides native coverage Super 35mm, in addition to the renowned optical quality associated with the lenses of Cine Canon, which allows images to be captured 4K y 8K “from extreme distances.”

Despite its wide focal range, it remains light “compared to other lenses in its category.” Furthermore, it has a construction “very resistant” ideal for demanding environments, such as wildlife observatories, sports venues and remote filming locations.

The system arrives accompanied by a new drive unit that enhances its operability and functionality for professional applications, with features such as correction of focus imbalance when changing focal length, improved servo control, a informative screen and a connection USB Type-C.

RC IP300: a PTZ controller for 200 cameras

Canon will also exhibit at NAB 2026 he RC IP300, a controller PTZ compact designed for advanced multi-camera productions. Designed so that a single operator is able to manage complex camera configurations, it allows controlling up to 200 cameras, organize them into groups and store up to 100 presets per camera for instant recall and repeat frames with precision.

The controller has a touch screen with 3.5-inch (9 cm) preview, IP video inputs and an intuitive joystick layout, touch screen and programmable controls, which simplify work in the broadcast studios, conference rooms and corporate production environments. Furthermore, its compatibility with the application PTZ Auto Tracking de Canon and its integration with tools such as Stream Deck They offer important possibilities from the point of view of automation.