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... second or faster to keep the lens at the shortest point. 4. Ultrasonic motor (USM) for excellent imaging performance. 3. Conventions used in a nicer background blur. * Based on using the lens and taking pictures. The lens also has a second image stabilizer...USM" stands for Ultrasonic Motor. UD lens elements for quick and quiet autofocusing. 5. Supplementary notes on [1/focal length] second. Thank you for following shots of a shutter speed three stops faster*. A truly round aperture hole results in this instruction Warning to EOS cameras, the Canon EF70300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM lens...
... second or faster to keep the lens at the shortest point. 4. Ultrasonic motor (USM) for excellent imaging performance. 3. Conventions used in a nicer background blur. * Based on using the lens and taking pictures. The lens also has a second image stabilizer...USM" stands for Ultrasonic Motor. UD lens elements for quick and quiet autofocusing. 5. Supplementary notes on [1/focal length] second. Thank you for following shots of a shutter speed three stops faster*. A truly round aperture hole results in this instruction Warning to EOS cameras, the Canon EF70300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM lens...
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... can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the limits for help. Handling Cautions • If the lens is subject to stop operation of the equipment. High temperatures can be required to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving ...or modifications to radio communications. Do the same when taking it from a cold environment into a warm one . • Do not leave the lens in excessive heat such as in a car in this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which could cause a fire. ...
... can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the limits for help. Handling Cautions • If the lens is subject to stop operation of the equipment. High temperatures can be required to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving ...or modifications to radio communications. Do the same when taking it from a cold environment into a warm one . • Do not leave the lens in excessive heat such as in a car in this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which could cause a fire. ...
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ENG-3 Nomenclature Image stabilizer mode selector switch (→ 7) Hood mount (→ 5) Filter mounting thread (→ 10) Zoom position index (→ 5) Focus mode switch (→ 4) Focusing ring (→ 4) Zoom ring (→ 5) Image stabilizer switch (→ 7) Contacts (→ 4) Lens mount index (→ 4) Zoom ring lock lever (→ 6) For detailed information, reference page numbers are provided in parentheses (→ **).
ENG-3 Nomenclature Image stabilizer mode selector switch (→ 7) Hood mount (→ 5) Filter mounting thread (→ 10) Zoom position index (→ 5) Focus mode switch (→ 4) Focusing ring (→ 4) Zoom ring (→ 5) Image stabilizer switch (→ 7) Contacts (→ 4) Lens mount index (→ 4) Zoom ring lock lever (→ 6) For detailed information, reference page numbers are provided in parentheses (→ **).
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... get soiled or have fingerprints on them, clean them , corrosion or faulty connections can result. To remove it properly, align the lens mount index and the K index of the lens while autofocus is active. ¡Do not adjust focus manually when the focus mode switch is set to MF, and focus by... focus mode switch to AF. To attach it , reverse the order. To use only manual focusing (MF), set the focus mode switch to prevent the lens surface and electrical contacts from getting scratched. ¡If the contacts get soiled, scratched, or have fingerprints on mounting and detaching the...
... get soiled or have fingerprints on them, clean them , corrosion or faulty connections can result. To remove it properly, align the lens mount index and the K index of the lens while autofocus is active. ¡Do not adjust focus manually when the focus mode switch is set to MF, and focus by... focus mode switch to AF. To attach it , reverse the order. To use only manual focusing (MF), set the focus mode switch to prevent the lens surface and electrical contacts from getting scratched. ¡If the contacts get soiled, scratched, or have fingerprints on mounting and detaching the...
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...;Part of the picture may be reverse-mounted on the front of the hood to the hood mount on the lens for storage. To zoom, 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 it . Be sure to turn the hood as shown by the arrow to secure it. Changing the... zoom ring after focusing can keep unwanted light out of the lens, and also protects the front of the hood to finish zooming before focusing. Attach and align the hood ...
...;Part of the picture may be reverse-mounted on the front of the hood to the hood mount on the lens for storage. To zoom, 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 it . Be sure to turn the hood as shown by the arrow to secure it. Changing the... zoom ring after focusing can keep unwanted light out of the lens, and also protects the front of the hood to finish zooming before focusing. Attach and align the hood ...
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Fixing the Zoom Ring The zoom ring can only be fixed to the arrow. 5. The zoom ring can be locked at the shortest point. ENG-6 This function is convenient for carrying a camera on a strap because it prevents the lens from extending. 1 Turn the zoom ring to the widest position (70mm). 2 Slide the zoom ring lock lever in the direction indicated by the arrow. ¡To release the zoom ring, slide the zoom ring lock lever in the direction opposite to keep the lens at maximum wide angle.
Fixing the Zoom Ring The zoom ring can only be fixed to the arrow. 5. The zoom ring can be locked at the shortest point. ENG-6 This function is convenient for carrying a camera on a strap because it prevents the lens from extending. 1 Turn the zoom ring to the widest position (70mm). 2 Slide the zoom ring lock lever in the direction indicated by the arrow. ¡To release the zoom ring, slide the zoom ring lock lever in the direction opposite to keep the lens at maximum wide angle.
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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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...;The image stabilizer operates for about two seconds even when your finger is used with a monopod. ¡The image stabilizer function also operates when the lens is off to save battery power. ¡The stabilizer is equally effective for a panning shot in Mode 1. • You shoot using the Bulb setting (long... Mode 2. ¡The Image Stabilizer consumes more power than normal shooting, so fewer shots can be turned off the shutter button. Do not remove the lens while the stabilizer is in operation.
...;The image stabilizer operates for about two seconds even when your finger is used with a monopod. ¡The image stabilizer function also operates when the lens is off to save battery power. ¡The stabilizer is equally effective for a panning shot in Mode 1. • You shoot using the Bulb setting (long... Mode 2. ¡The Image Stabilizer consumes more power than normal shooting, so fewer shots can be turned off the shutter button. Do not remove the lens while the stabilizer is in operation.
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... EF25 II 70mm 300mm 70mm 300mm Camera-to the filter mounting thread on the front of the lens. ¡The front end of the lens rotates, so hold it when attaching the filter. ¡Only one filter may be attached. ¡If you need a polarizing filter, use the Canon Circular Polarizing Filter... (58mm). ¡To adjust the polarizing filter, first remove the lens hood. Filters (Sold separately) 9. Extension Tubes (Sold separately) You can attach Extension Tube EF12 II ...
... EF25 II 70mm 300mm 70mm 300mm Camera-to the filter mounting thread on the front of the lens. ¡The front end of the lens rotates, so hold it when attaching the filter. ¡Only one filter may be attached. ¡If you need a polarizing filter, use the Canon Circular Polarizing Filter... (58mm). ¡To adjust the polarizing filter, first remove the lens hood. Filters (Sold separately) 9. Extension Tubes (Sold separately) You can attach Extension Tube EF12 II ...
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Close-up Lenses (Sold separately) Attaching a 250D or 500D (58mm) Close-up Lens enables close-up Lens 500D: Can be used at the 70mm end (magnification 0.29x - 0.38x) ¡Close-up photography. 10. ENG-11 The magnification will be as follows: ¡Close-up Lens 250D: Can be used (magnification 0.14x - 0.90x) Manual focusing is recommended for accurate focusing.
Close-up Lenses (Sold separately) Attaching a 250D or 500D (58mm) Close-up Lens enables close-up Lens 500D: Can be used at the 70mm end (magnification 0.29x - 0.38x) ¡Close-up photography. 10. ENG-11 The magnification will be as follows: ¡Close-up Lens 250D: Can be used (magnification 0.14x - 0.90x) Manual focusing is recommended for accurate focusing.
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... 142.8 mm/3.0 × 5.6 inch 630 g/22.2 oz Hood / Lens Cap / Case Hood Lens Cap Case ET-65B E-58U/E-58 II LP1222 ¡The lens length is measured according to Canon standards. ¡Product specifications and appearance are subject to include the E-58U lens cap and dust cap, and 24.2 mm for the E-58... II. ¡The size and weight listed are for the lens only, except as indicated. ...
... 142.8 mm/3.0 × 5.6 inch 630 g/22.2 oz Hood / Lens Cap / Case Hood Lens Cap Case ET-65B E-58U/E-58 II LP1222 ¡The lens length is measured according to Canon standards. ¡Product specifications and appearance are subject to include the E-58U lens cap and dust cap, and 24.2 mm for the E-58... II. ¡The size and weight listed are for the lens only, except as indicated. ...