Canon CR-N400 4K 12G-SDI NDI PTZ Camera with 20x Optical Zoom (Satin Black)
Outstanding UHD 4K Imagery
Elevate your productions with the satin black CR-N400 4K 12G-SDI NDI PTZ Camera featuring a 20x zoom. Built to drop seamlessly into education, corporate, broadcast, and house-of-worship workflows, the CR-N400 pairs a 1/2.3" CMOS sensor with Canon’s DIGIC DV7 processor, Hybrid AF, 20x optical zoom, and up to 40x Advanced Zoom in HD for crisp UHD 4K or HD capture.
Professional Video & Audio Interfaces
- Pro I/O: 12G-SDI, 3G-SDI, HDMI, genlock, timecode, plus single-cable PoE++ for power/control/NDI HX2 video and audio.
- Stream directly to platforms via SRT, RTSP/RTP, RTMP/RTMPS.
- Control over IP, Serial, or IR; supports Canon XC Protocol and Standard Protocol (serial/IP) for broad third-party controller compatibility.
- Audio inputs: one 3.5mm and dual 3-pin XLR.
High-Quality 4K60p Video Output
- 1/2.3"-Type CMOS Sensor: Captures UHD 4K up to 60p for professional results.
- DIGIC DV7: Delivers the processing speed for 4K, refined image control, and precise Hybrid AF.
- Hybrid AF: Combines contrast and phase-difference AF for faster, more reliable autofocus.
Crop for Social Media While Broadcasting
Produce a second output for vertical platforms with the built-in 9:16 vertical crop, alongside a standard crop—ideal for simultaneous broadcast and social content.
Stunning Optical Precision
- 20x optical zoom (35mm-equiv. 29.3–601mm at 23.98/29.97 fps).
- 40x Advanced Zoom in HD (35mm-equiv. 29.3–1202mm).
- Optical Image Stabilization for steady shots in challenging setups.
- Built-in, motorized ND filter for controlled exposure.
Oversampling HD Processing
Full-HD output benefits from the 4K sensor’s data, delivering exceptionally detailed 1080p via oversampling.
Face, Eye, and Head Detection Autofocus
Advanced subject tracking supports face, eye, and head detect AF to maintain accurate focus—even as subjects turn or move.
Powerful HDR Imagery
- Record in PQ or HLG for true HDR workflows.
- Match A-cam looks with Canon Log 3 and Wide Dynamic Range picture settings.
Smooth and Responsive Pan/Tilt Performance
- Incremental speed steps enable ultra-smooth operator-tuned moves.
- Variable pan: 0.1–100°/s (up to 200°/s via presets).
- Variable tilt: 0.1–100°/s (up to 180°/s via presets).
Thumbnail Display for Presets & Trace
Speed up operation with thumbnail previews for camera presets and recorded trace moves in the UI, the Remote Camera Control Application (RCCA), and supported hardware controllers.
Add-On Applications
- Auto Tracking Application: In-camera subject tracking for presenters and moving talent—no external PC required.
- Auto Loop Application: Automate repeatable PTZ moves with a “fade mode” that eases starts and stops for operator-like motion.
Built-In Auto Tracking Lite
Get started with the included Auto Tracking Lite for smooth, basic tracking—and upgrade anytime for advanced controls.
NDI HX2 and SRT Open Source
- Adaptive bitrate SRT and NDI HX2 for efficient, high-quality streaming.
- Also supports RTMP/RTMPS, RTP/RTSP, Canon XC, and FreeD (up to four destinations) for virtual production.
Webcam via USB Connection
Native UVC support turns the CR-N400 into a plug-and-play webcam over USB-C, delivering up to 1080p60 for conferencing.
Remote Camera Control Application
The free RCCA software controls up to 20 PTZ/pro video cameras over IP, with live previews (up to nine at once) and real-time focus, zoom, pan/tilt, and exposure adjustments.
Multi-Camera Management Application
MCMA streamlines oversight of up to 200 cameras—multiview monitoring, device backup, assignment/registration, and simultaneous firmware updates.
Camera Color Matching Application
Easily align the CR-N400 with your primary cameras. Supports Canon and third-party models that output 1080p HD or UHD 4K.
Webcam Driver
Canon’s Webcam Driver functions as a virtual USB driver, enabling powerful network-based webcam use of the CR-N400.