Canon Launches Camera That Can Shoot In Full Color In The Dead Of Night
Canon has recently introduced the MS-500, a highly sensitive non-infrared camera that can capture full-color footage even when it is pitch dark.
This MS-500 camera has a 3.2-megapixel SPAD sensor, making it the highest-resolution 1-inch SPAD sensor. One of the key features of the MS-500 is its interchangeable lens mount, specifically the B4 mount, which supports broadcast zoom lenses.
With the MS-500, Canon aims to provide precise image quality even in challenging lighting conditions. It can capture clear color shots in light conditions as low as 0.001 lux, even in environments with minimal ambient light.
When would such a camera be needed? Mainly for security reasons. The MS-500 is probably best used for places like securing buildings, immigration, and seaports where capturing different subjects clearly is paramount. When used with Canon’s ultra-telephoto broadcast lenses, it can capture full color videos of distant subjects, even at night.
To enhance image quality further, Canon has implemented custom picture functions in the MS-500. These functions are designed to reduce noise and haze, resulting in more precise and detailed footage. Among these features is the ‘CrispImg2’ Custom Picture preset mode, which optimizes resolution and contrast.
The camera also comes with features like Haze Compensation and Smart Shade Control, further contributing to improved picture quality in various shooting conditions.
As such, the technology comes at a price. The MS-500 is priced at over US$25,000 for the body alone.
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