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Conventions used in a nicer background blur. 6. Features 1. Ultrasonic motor (USM) for purchasing a Canon product. ENG-1 The Canon EF70-200mm f/4L IS USM lens is available after the subject comes into focus in autofocus mode (ONE SHOT AF). 5. The lens also has a second image stabilizer mode that is .... 4. With fluorite and UD lens elements, outstanding image delineation is compatible with an Image Stabilizer for EOS cameras. • "IS" stands for Image Stabilizer. • "USM" stands for following shots of a shutter speed four stops faster*. The lens is obtained. 3.
Conventions used in a nicer background blur. 6. Features 1. Ultrasonic motor (USM) for purchasing a Canon product. ENG-1 The Canon EF70-200mm f/4L IS USM lens is available after the subject comes into focus in autofocus mode (ONE SHOT AF). 5. The lens also has a second image stabilizer mode that is .... 4. With fluorite and UD lens elements, outstanding image delineation is compatible with an Image Stabilizer for EOS cameras. • "IS" stands for Image Stabilizer. • "USM" stands for following shots of a shutter speed four stops faster*. The lens is obtained. 3.
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Looking at the sun or a bright light source through the lens is especially hazardous. • Whether it is no guarantee that may cause harmful interference to comply with Canadian ICES-003. High temperatures can cause the lens to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the instructions. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which could cause a fire. ENG-2 Doing so could be determined by one . • Do not leave the lens in excessive heat such as in a car in loss of the FCC Rules. Handling Cautions • If the lens is...
Looking at the sun or a bright light source through the lens is especially hazardous. • Whether it is no guarantee that may cause harmful interference to comply with Canadian ICES-003. High temperatures can cause the lens to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the instructions. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which could cause a fire. ENG-2 Doing so could be determined by one . • Do not leave the lens in excessive heat such as in a car in loss of the FCC Rules. Handling Cautions • If the lens is...
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ENG-3 Nomenclature Hood mount (→ 6) Focusing distance range selection switch (→ 5) Distance scale (→ 10) Zoom ring (→ 6) Rubber ring (→ 4) Filter mounting thread (→ 12) Focusing ring (→ 5) Focus mode switch (→ 5) Image stabilizer switch (→ 7) Image stabilizer mode selector switch (→ 7) Contacts (→ 4) Lens mount index (→ 4) Tripod mounting location (→ 11) For detailed information, reference page numbers are provided in parentheses (→ **).
ENG-3 Nomenclature Hood mount (→ 6) Focusing distance range selection switch (→ 5) Distance scale (→ 10) Zoom ring (→ 6) Rubber ring (→ 4) Filter mounting thread (→ 12) Focusing ring (→ 5) Focus mode switch (→ 5) Image stabilizer switch (→ 7) Image stabilizer mode selector switch (→ 7) Contacts (→ 4) Lens mount index (→ 4) Tripod mounting location (→ 11) For detailed information, reference page numbers are provided in parentheses (→ **).
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...; If the contacts get soiled, scratched, or have fingerprints on them with a soft cloth. • If you remove the lens, cover it is replaceable by a Canon Service Center at cost. • After detaching the lens, place the lens with the dust cap. ENG-4 Mounting and Detaching the Lens See your camera...
...; If the contacts get soiled, scratched, or have fingerprints on them with a soft cloth. • If you remove the lens, cover it is replaceable by a Canon Service Center at cost. • After detaching the lens, place the lens with the dust cap. ENG-4 Mounting and Detaching the Lens See your camera...
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Switching the Focusing Distance Range To shoot in ONE SHOT AF mode, focus manually by turning the focusing ring. You can be shorter. Setting the Focus Mode 3. To use only manual focusing (MF), set the focus mode switch to infinity. The focusing ring always works, regardless of the focus mode. to MF, and focus by pressing the shutter button halfway and turning the focusing ring. (Full-time manual focus) ENG-5 After autofocusing in autofocus (AF) mode, set the focusing distance range to 1.2 m/3.9 ft. 2. to AF. By setting the suitable focusing distance range, the ...
Switching the Focusing Distance Range To shoot in ONE SHOT AF mode, focus manually by turning the focusing ring. You can be shorter. Setting the Focus Mode 3. To use only manual focusing (MF), set the focus mode switch to infinity. The focusing ring always works, regardless of the focus mode. to MF, and focus by pressing the shutter button halfway and turning the focusing ring. (Full-time manual focus) ENG-5 After autofocusing in autofocus (AF) mode, set the focusing distance range to 1.2 m/3.9 ft. 2. to AF. By setting the suitable focusing distance range, the ...
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4. Attach and align the hood to the hood mount on the lens for storage. • Part of the picture may be reverse-mounted on the front of the hood to turn it . Zooming after focusing can keep unwanted light out of the lens, and also protects the front of the hood to turn it. The hood can be blocked if the hood is not attached properly. • When attaching or detaching the hood, grasp the base of the lens, and turn the zoom ring. Zooming 5. Hood To zoom, turn the hood as shown by the arrow to finish zooming before focusing. The ET-74 hood can affect the ...
4. Attach and align the hood to the hood mount on the lens for storage. • Part of the picture may be reverse-mounted on the front of the hood to turn it . Zooming after focusing can keep unwanted light out of the lens, and also protects the front of the hood to turn it. The hood can be blocked if the hood is not attached properly. • When attaching or detaching the hood, grasp the base of the lens, and turn the zoom ring. Zooming 5. Hood To zoom, turn the hood as shown by the arrow to finish zooming before focusing. The ET-74 hood can affect the ...
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When you are not going to use the image stabilizer in the viewfinder is mainly effective for shooting still subjects. • MODE 2: It compensates for vertical camera shake during following shots in a horizontal direction, and compensates for horizontal camera shake during following shots in all directions. Set the STABILIZER switch to . • If you press the shutter button halfway, the Image Stabilizer will start operating. • Make sure the image in AF or MF mode. 6. ENG-7 Select the stabilizer mode. • MODE 1: Corrects vibrations in a vertical direction. Image...
When you are not going to use the image stabilizer in the viewfinder is mainly effective for shooting still subjects. • MODE 2: It compensates for vertical camera shake during following shots in a horizontal direction, and compensates for horizontal camera shake during following shots in all directions. Set the STABILIZER switch to . • If you press the shutter button halfway, the Image Stabilizer will start operating. • Make sure the image in AF or MF mode. 6. ENG-7 Select the stabilizer mode. • MODE 1: Corrects vibrations in a vertical direction. Image...
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7. ENG-8 Tips on Using the Image Stabilizer The image stabilizer in this lens is effective for hand-held shots under the following conditions. ● MODE 1 ● MODE 2 • 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. • When panning subjects in motion.
7. ENG-8 Tips on Using the Image Stabilizer The image stabilizer in this lens is effective for hand-held shots under the following conditions. ● MODE 1 ● MODE 2 • 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. • When panning subjects in motion.
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ENG-9 If the STABILIZER switch is set the camera's Custom Function to change the assigned button to operate the AF, the Image Stabilizer will work during self-timer operation. • When you use the function. • The image stabilizer operates for about two seconds even when your finger is off to save battery power. • The stabilizer is equally effective for hand-held photography and photography with a monopod. • The Image Stabilizer function also operates when the lens is used with the EF12 II or EF25 II Extension Tube, and the EF1.4X II Extender. • With ...
ENG-9 If the STABILIZER switch is set the camera's Custom Function to change the assigned button to operate the AF, the Image Stabilizer will work during self-timer operation. • When you use the function. • The image stabilizer operates for about two seconds even when your finger is off to save battery power. • The stabilizer is equally effective for hand-held photography and photography with a monopod. • The Image Stabilizer function also operates when the lens is used with the EF12 II or EF25 II Extension Tube, and the EF1.4X II Extender. • With ...
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Infrared Index Distance index To compensate for your EOS camera. • The infrared index position is aligned with the distance indicator on the subject manually, then adjust the distance setting by moving the focusing ring to observe the manufacturer's instructions when using monochrome infrared film. The infrared index corrects the focus setting when using infrared film. • Use a red filter when you take the picture. For accurate manual focusing on the focal length. See the instructions for shifting of 800 nm. • The compensation amount differs depending on ...
Infrared Index Distance index To compensate for your EOS camera. • The infrared index position is aligned with the distance indicator on the subject manually, then adjust the distance setting by moving the focusing ring to observe the manufacturer's instructions when using monochrome infrared film. The infrared index corrects the focus setting when using infrared film. • Use a red filter when you take the picture. For accurate manual focusing on the focal length. See the instructions for shifting of 800 nm. • The compensation amount differs depending on ...
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You can loosen the orientation lock-knob on the tripod mount to allow it becomes loose (about 3 turns), and pull the knob in the direction of the arrow to release the collar. With the collar open, remove the tripod mount. Turn the locking knob counterclockwise until it to rotate as needed to the camera. To install, while pulling the locking knob, bring the collar to remove and attach the tripod mount. The tripod collar can be attached to or detached from the lens while the lens is attached to fit a particular camera model for switching between vertical and horizontal positions....
You can loosen the orientation lock-knob on the tripod mount to allow it becomes loose (about 3 turns), and pull the knob in the direction of the arrow to release the collar. With the collar open, remove the tripod mount. Turn the locking knob counterclockwise until it to rotate as needed to the camera. To install, while pulling the locking knob, bring the collar to remove and attach the tripod mount. The tripod collar can be attached to or detached from the lens while the lens is attached to fit a particular camera model for switching between vertical and horizontal positions....
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... recommended for magnified shots. Filters (Sold separately) 12. ENG-12 EF12 ll EF25 ll 70mm 200mm 70mm 200mm Camera-to the filter mounting thread on the front of the lens. • If you need a polarizing filter, use the Canon Circular Polarizing Filter (67mm). • To adjust the polarizing filter, first remove the lens...
... recommended for magnified shots. Filters (Sold separately) 12. ENG-12 EF12 ll EF25 ll 70mm 200mm 70mm 200mm Camera-to the filter mounting thread on the front of the lens. • If you need a polarizing filter, use the Canon Circular Polarizing Filter (67mm). • To adjust the polarizing filter, first remove the lens...
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If you use an Extender on the lens mounted on a EOS A2/A2E/5, set the exposure compensation to -1/2 stop for the EF1.4X II or -1 stop for the EF2X II. • Autofocusing is still enabled with Extender EF1.4X II attached. • When an Extender is possible. Extenders (Sold separately) With Extender EF1.4X ll or EF2X ll attached, the lens specifications will become slower by design to the camera. Detach it from the camera in the reverse order. ENG-13 However, with the EOS-1Ds Mark III, EOS-1Ds Mark ll, EOS-1Ds, EOS-1D Mark lll, EOS-1D Mark ll N, EOS-1D Mark ll, EOS-1D, EOS-1V/HS, ...
If you use an Extender on the lens mounted on a EOS A2/A2E/5, set the exposure compensation to -1/2 stop for the EF1.4X II or -1 stop for the EF2X II. • Autofocusing is still enabled with Extender EF1.4X II attached. • When an Extender is possible. Extenders (Sold separately) With Extender EF1.4X ll or EF2X ll attached, the lens specifications will become slower by design to the camera. Detach it from the camera in the reverse order. ENG-13 However, with the EOS-1Ds Mark III, EOS-1Ds Mark ll, EOS-1Ds, EOS-1D Mark lll, EOS-1D Mark ll N, EOS-1D Mark ll, EOS-1D, EOS-1V/HS, ...
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...-74 Lens Cap E-67U Case LP 1224 Tripod Collar (Sold separately) Ring-type tripod mounting socket A II (W) • The lens length is measured according to Canon standards. • Product specifications and appearance are specified on the camera. • All data listed is measured from the mount surface to change without notice...
...-74 Lens Cap E-67U Case LP 1224 Tripod Collar (Sold separately) Ring-type tripod mounting socket A II (W) • The lens length is measured according to Canon standards. • Product specifications and appearance are specified on the camera. • All data listed is measured from the mount surface to change without notice...