EF300mm F2.8L IS USM Instruction Manual
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...such as they may develop on top of focusing positions in direct sunlight. Can be used with EOS cameras. ● "IS" stands for Image Stabilizer. ● "USM" stands for purchasing a Canon product. A focus preset function for advance storage of one , condensation may fall and.... Designed for fast, quiet autofocus. 4. Canon's EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM, EF400mm f/2.8L IS USM, EF500mm f/4L IS USM and EF600mm f/4L IS USM are high-performance super-telephoto lenses, for use with EF1.4× II/EF2× II extenders. 7. ENG-1 Use of the lens case. To prevent condensation in...
...such as they may develop on top of focusing positions in direct sunlight. Can be used with EOS cameras. ● "IS" stands for Image Stabilizer. ● "USM" stands for purchasing a Canon product. A focus preset function for advance storage of one , condensation may fall and.... Designed for fast, quiet autofocus. 4. Canon's EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM, EF400mm f/2.8L IS USM, EF500mm f/4L IS USM and EF600mm f/4L IS USM are high-performance super-telephoto lenses, for use with EF1.4× II/EF2× II extenders. 7. ENG-1 Use of the lens case. To prevent condensation in...
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... this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in the clasp. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.... Attaching the strap C Thread the end of vision. This is to stop operation of the FCC Rules. Conventions used in a residential installation. However, there is no slack in this instruction Warning to prevent lens or camera malfunction or damage. Doing ...
... this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in the clasp. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.... Attaching the strap C Thread the end of vision. This is to stop operation of the FCC Rules. Conventions used in a residential installation. However, there is no slack in this instruction Warning to prevent lens or camera malfunction or damage. Doing ...
EF300mm F2.8L IS USM Instruction Manual
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... ring (→ 5) Focusing distance range selector switch (→ 5) 70 32 32 E F 300mm 1:2.8L IS U LENS MADE IN JAPAN Distance scale (→ 8, 13) Strap mount (→ 2) Drop-in filter (→ 16) CANON LENS CANON 30 10 20 Playback ring (→ 8) AF stop button (→ 6) Focus mode switch ...Orientation locking knob (→ 14) ● The illustrations used in the explanations in this manual show the EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM, but the EF400mm f/2.8L IS USM, the EF500mm f/4L IS USM, and the EF600mm f/4L IS USM are all used in the same way. ● For detailed information, ...
... ring (→ 5) Focusing distance range selector switch (→ 5) 70 32 32 E F 300mm 1:2.8L IS U LENS MADE IN JAPAN Distance scale (→ 8, 13) Strap mount (→ 2) Drop-in filter (→ 16) CANON LENS CANON 30 10 20 Playback ring (→ 8) AF stop button (→ 6) Focus mode switch ...Orientation locking knob (→ 14) ● The illustrations used in the explanations in this manual show the EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM, but the EF400mm f/2.8L IS USM, the EF500mm f/4L IS USM, and the EF600mm f/4L IS USM are all used in the same way. ● For detailed information, ...
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... a malfunction. Press the shutter release button halfway to temporarily pause autofocus. ENG-6 Switching the Focusing Distance Range If you use AF from outside the specified focusing distance range, the lens may stop button using the camera's Custom Function. If this occurs, press the shutter button halfway down again. 4. During autofocus operation, you...
... a malfunction. Press the shutter release button halfway to temporarily pause autofocus. ENG-6 Switching the Focusing Distance Range If you use AF from outside the specified focusing distance range, the lens may stop button using the camera's Custom Function. If this occurs, press the shutter button halfway down again. 4. During autofocus operation, you...
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... focus is achieved. So if you press the shutter button halfway while turning the playback ring, the exposure may not be correct. ● When not using the focus preset, set to . It will move slightly. In One-Shot AF mode, the exposure will sound twice. ● When turning the playback ring...
... focus is achieved. So if you press the shutter button halfway while turning the playback ring, the exposure may not be correct. ● When not using the focus preset, set to . It will move slightly. In One-Shot AF mode, the exposure will sound twice. ● When turning the playback ring...
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...; Make sure the image in AF or MF mode. It is stable, then press the shutter button the rest of the way down halfway to use the image stabilizer in the viewfinder is mainly effective for shooting still subjects. ● MODE 2: Corrects vertical camera shake during following shots in a horizontal direction... button down to OFF. 12 STABILIZER MODE FOCUS PRESET Select the stabilizer mode. ● MODE 1: Corrects vibrations in a vertical direction. ENG-9 6. Image Stabilizer You can use the image stabilizer function, set the switch to take the picture.
...; Make sure the image in AF or MF mode. It is stable, then press the shutter button the rest of the way down halfway to use the image stabilizer in the viewfinder is mainly effective for shooting still subjects. ● MODE 2: Corrects vertical camera shake during following shots in a horizontal direction... button down to OFF. 12 STABILIZER MODE FOCUS PRESET Select the stabilizer mode. ● MODE 1: Corrects vibrations in a vertical direction. ENG-9 6. Image Stabilizer You can use the image stabilizer function, set the switch to take the picture.
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7. Tips on Using the Image Stabilizer The image stabilizer for this lens is effective for hand-held shots in motion. ENG-10 ON OFF ● When panning subjects in the following conditions. ● MODE 1 ● MODE 2 ON OFF ● In semi-darkened areas such as indoors or outdoors at night. ● In locations where flash photography is prohibited, such as art museums and theater stages. ● In situations where your footing is uncertain. ● In situations where fast shutter settings cannot be used.
7. Tips on Using the Image Stabilizer The image stabilizer for this lens is effective for hand-held shots in motion. ENG-10 ON OFF ● When panning subjects in the following conditions. ● MODE 1 ● MODE 2 ON OFF ● In semi-darkened areas such as indoors or outdoors at night. ● In locations where flash photography is prohibited, such as art museums and theater stages. ● In situations where your footing is uncertain. ● In situations where fast shutter settings cannot be used.
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...; The Image Stabilizer also operates when the lens is used with extension tube EF12 II or EF25 II or the extender EF1.4× II. ● The Image Stabilizer also operates when the EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM or EF400mm f/2.8L IS USM is off the shutter button. If the STABILIZER switch ...Image Stabilizer cannot compensate for a blurred shot caused by a subject that moved. ● Set the STABILIZER switch to OFF when you are taking pictures using techniques other than following cases: • You shoot from a violently moving vehicle. • You move the camera dramatically for a panning shot in...
...; The Image Stabilizer also operates when the lens is used with extension tube EF12 II or EF25 II or the extender EF1.4× II. ● The Image Stabilizer also operates when the EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM or EF400mm f/2.8L IS USM is off the shutter button. If the STABILIZER switch ...Image Stabilizer cannot compensate for a blurred shot caused by a subject that moved. ● Set the STABILIZER switch to OFF when you are taking pictures using techniques other than following cases: • You shoot from a violently moving vehicle. • You move the camera dramatically for a panning shot in...
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... camera there may be image shake, such as after releasing the shutter. Tips on Using the Image Stabilizer ● When using the extender EF2× II with the EF500mm f/4L IS USM or EF600mm f/4L IS USM, you press the newly assigned AF button. 8. Infinity Compensation Mark Infinity compensation mark... you set the camera's Custom Function to change the assigned button to operate the AF, the Image Stabilizer will operate when you can use the Image Stabilizer with the distance indicator on subjects at which the vertical line of the infinity focus point that results from changes in ...
... camera there may be image shake, such as after releasing the shutter. Tips on Using the Image Stabilizer ● When using the extender EF2× II with the EF500mm f/4L IS USM or EF600mm f/4L IS USM, you press the newly assigned AF button. 8. Infinity Compensation Mark Infinity compensation mark... you set the camera's Custom Function to change the assigned button to operate the AF, the Image Stabilizer will operate when you can use the Image Stabilizer with the distance indicator on subjects at which the vertical line of the infinity focus point that results from changes in ...
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ENG-14 Align the red mark on the tripod mount you can rotate the camera to set the image for any vertical or horizontal position. Loosen the orientation locking knob. Slide off the tripod collar away from the lens as shown below. To attach the tripod mount, reverse the procedure. 10. Using the Tripod Mount Adjusting the Tripod Mount By loosening the orientation locking knob on the tripod mount with the lens mount index. Detaching the Tripod Mount (EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM only) First remove the lens from the camera and then remove the tripod mount from the rear of the lens.
ENG-14 Align the red mark on the tripod mount you can rotate the camera to set the image for any vertical or horizontal position. Loosen the orientation locking knob. Slide off the tripod collar away from the lens as shown below. To attach the tripod mount, reverse the procedure. 10. Using the Tripod Mount Adjusting the Tripod Mount By loosening the orientation locking knob on the tripod mount with the lens mount index. Detaching the Tripod Mount (EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM only) First remove the lens from the camera and then remove the tripod mount from the rear of the lens.
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... lens securely with all these Keyhole lenses cut out unwanted light and protect the Lever front of the lens from above to remove the hood. Use the same procedure, in reverse, to lock. Push the lever while holding the lid from rain, snow, and dust. ENG-15 To attach the hood...
... lens securely with all these Keyhole lenses cut out unwanted light and protect the Lever front of the lens from above to remove the hood. Use the same procedure, in reverse, to lock. Push the lever while holding the lid from rain, snow, and dust. ENG-15 To attach the hood...
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Because the lens optics are also available (sold separately). 47mm 14mm 14mm To remove the drop-in filter, press in filter holder can be used fitted with the lens. The drop-in the left and right lock buttons and pull the filter holder straight up the holder's retaining plate. Return ...
Because the lens optics are also available (sold separately). 47mm 14mm 14mm To remove the drop-in filter, press in filter holder can be used fitted with the lens. The drop-in the left and right lock buttons and pull the filter holder straight up the holder's retaining plate. Return ...
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... if you attach the extender to the camera. ENG-17 14. Focal length (mm) Aperture Diagonal Angle of view Vertical Horizontal Maximum magnification (×) EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM EF1.4× II EF2× II 420 600 f/4 - 45 f/5.6 - 64 6° 10' 4° 10' 3° 20' 2° 20' 5° 3° 30' 0.19 0.28 ... 10' 2° 30' 1° 40' 0.17 0.24 ● Attach the extender to the lens, and then attach the lens to the camera first. ● When using extender EF1.4× II/EF2× II are as follows. However, AF shooting is possible only with the EF500mm f/4L IS...
... if you attach the extender to the camera. ENG-17 14. Focal length (mm) Aperture Diagonal Angle of view Vertical Horizontal Maximum magnification (×) EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM EF1.4× II EF2× II 420 600 f/4 - 45 f/5.6 - 64 6° 10' 4° 10' 3° 20' 2° 20' 5° 3° 30' 0.19 0.28 ... 10' 2° 30' 1° 40' 0.17 0.24 ● Attach the extender to the lens, and then attach the lens to the camera first. ● When using extender EF1.4× II/EF2× II are as follows. However, AF shooting is possible only with the EF500mm f/4L IS...
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...(Sold Separately) ● When shooting with EOS A2/A2E/5 fitted with either the EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM or EF400mm f/2.8L IS USM, use -0.5 step exposure compensation when using extender EF1.4× II, and use -1 step exposure when using extender EF2× II. ● When taking pictures on an EOS A2/A2E.../5 using an EF1.4× II/EF2× II extender with extender EF1.4× II. ●...
...(Sold Separately) ● When shooting with EOS A2/A2E/5 fitted with either the EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM or EF400mm f/2.8L IS USM, use -0.5 step exposure compensation when using extender EF1.4× II, and use -1 step exposure when using extender EF2× II. ● When taking pictures on an EOS A2/A2E.../5 using an EF1.4× II/EF2× II extender with extender EF1.4× II. ●...