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The Canon YJ13x6B4 is a vintage 2/3" broadcast zoom that offers a unique, lo-fi aesthetic for filmmakers looking to break away from the "too perfect" look of modern digital sensors. Originally designed for SD news gathering, this lens provides a distinctive, soft-edged texture, organic blooming highlights, and a nostalgic color rendition that is perfect for stylized music videos, "dream-sequence" narratives, or retro-inspired projects.
Despite its vintage character, the lens is a powerhouse of versatility. It features a massive 13x zoom range and a built-in 2x extender—a vital feature for modern shooters, as it helps the 2/3" image circle cover larger digital sensors. Because it is a true broadcast lens, it is parfocal, meaning your focus stays locked throughout the entire zoom range, and it features a macro mode for ultra-close, psychedelic detail work.
The body is designed for efficiency on set. It features a traditional broadcast servo grip for smooth, variable-speed power zooms and dedicated rings for manual focus and iris control. Whether you are adapting it to a modern cinema camera for a gritty, film-like texture or using it for a "found footage" aesthetic, this lens is a rugged, character-rich tool that delivers a look you simply can't find in a modern lens catalog.
Broadcast 2/3” B4 Mount
The Canon YJ13x6B4 is a vintage 2/3" broadcast zoom that offers a unique, lo-fi aesthetic for filmmakers looking to break away from the "too perfect" look of modern digital sensors. Originally designed for SD news gathering, this lens provides a distinctive, soft-edged texture, organic blooming highlights, and a nostalgic color rendition that is perfect for stylized music videos, "dream-sequence" narratives, or retro-inspired projects.
Despite its vintage character, the lens is a powerhouse of versatility. It features a massive 13x zoom range and a built-in 2x extender—a vital feature for modern shooters, as it helps the 2/3" image circle cover larger digital sensors. Because it is a true broadcast lens, it is parfocal, meaning your focus stays locked throughout the entire zoom range, and it features a macro mode for ultra-close, psychedelic detail work.
The body is designed for efficiency on set. It features a traditional broadcast servo grip for smooth, variable-speed power zooms and dedicated rings for manual focus and iris control. Whether you are adapting it to a modern cinema camera for a gritty, film-like texture or using it for a "found footage" aesthetic, this lens is a rugged, character-rich tool that delivers a look you simply can't find in a modern lens catalog.
Broadcast 2/3” B4 Mount