Canon is expanding their CINE-SERVO lineup with the announcement of the CINE-SERVO 11-55mm T2.95-3.95 lens, a super-wide zoom that combines a flexible 11–55mm range with a 100-degree angle of view. Available in RF or PL mount, the lens weighs about 3kg (6.6 lbs), making it the lightest in Canon’s CINE-SERVO series and well-suited for gimbals, cranes, robotic systems, or handheld operation. Let’s take a look at this new lens!
Coverage and flexibility of the Canon CINE-SERVO 11-55mm
The built-in 1.5x extender adds flexibility by either extending the range on Super 35mm cameras or enabling full-frame compatibility, while maintaining sharpness and consistent image quality. It also helps create a shallower depth of field for a more cinematic look in live productions, news, or documentary work.
Updated digital drive/metadata support
This is Canon’s second CINE-SERVO lens with the e-Xs V Digital Drive Unit, which offers faster, more precise servo performance, smoother iris operation, Focused Breathing Compensation, improved ergonomics, and USB-C connectivity. The servo unit can also be removed for a stripped-down cine setup.
Canon CN5x11 – optical design and build
The CINE-SERVO 11-55mm is built for 8K HDR capture, with an 11-blade iris for smooth bokeh and minimal focus breathing. Its optical design is tuned for edge-to-edge sharpness and color accuracy, even when shooting wide open. At around 3kg (6.6 lbs), the lens is not only the lightest in the CINE-SERVO lineup but also balanced for shoulder use and rigging, with the durability expected from Canon’s professional cinema glass.
Specifications
Focal Length: 11–55 mm (Super 35 mm)
Built-in Extender: 1.5x for Super 35 or full-frame
Angle of View: 100 degrees
Weight: Approx. 3 kg (6.6 lbs)
Optics: 8K HDR, 11-blade iris
Drive Unit: e-Xs V Digital Drive, 16-bit encoder, focus breathing correction
Mounts: RF or PL
Metadata: PL: Cooke /i and ZEISS XD, RF: Lens correction and Dual Pixel CMOS AF
