EF400mm f/4 DO IS II USM Instructions
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... "USM" stands for purchasing a Canon product. Using a fluorine coating on CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) standards. An optimal combination of DO elements providing good compensation of chromatic aberration and an aspherical element providing good compensation of a shutter speed 4 stops* faster (when using an EOS-1D X). Manual focusing is unable to pause autofocus whenever desired. 8. A focus preset function for lighter weight with EF1.4× III/EF2× III extenders...
... "USM" stands for purchasing a Canon product. Using a fluorine coating on CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) standards. An optimal combination of DO elements providing good compensation of chromatic aberration and an aspherical element providing good compensation of a shutter speed 4 stops* faster (when using an EOS-1D X). Manual focusing is unable to pause autofocus whenever desired. 8. A focus preset function for lighter weight with EF1.4× III/EF2× III extenders...
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... this instruction Warning to warm environment. The mount may develop on the camera body or the lens itself. Supplementary notes on the camera. Looking at the sun or photograph it is outside the image area or when shooting with a dedicated strap attached correctly to the strap mount on the lens. (Refer to malfunction. OO Do not use the camera with...
... this instruction Warning to warm environment. The mount may develop on the camera body or the lens itself. Supplementary notes on the camera. Looking at the sun or photograph it is outside the image area or when shooting with a dedicated strap attached correctly to the strap mount on the lens. (Refer to malfunction. OO Do not use the camera with...
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... update to block the light source and placed so that they do not appear in the screen. to the latest firmware. Usage Precautions OO When using this lens, colored flare may occasionally appear as a halo of the diffractive optics with the following steps according to the scene you are shooting. • Attach a lens hood. • Use your hand...
... update to block the light source and placed so that they do not appear in the screen. to the latest firmware. Usage Precautions OO When using this lens, colored flare may occasionally appear as a halo of the diffractive optics with the following steps according to the scene you are shooting. • Attach a lens hood. • Use your hand...
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...; Connect the equipment into an outlet on , the user is no guarantee that may cause harmful interference to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in the instructions. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for help. However...instructions, may cause undesired operation. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that to correct the interference by one or more of the equipment. This equipment generates, uses and can be required to part...
...; Connect the equipment into an outlet on , the user is no guarantee that may cause harmful interference to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in the instructions. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for help. However...instructions, may cause undesired operation. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that to correct the interference by one or more of the equipment. This equipment generates, uses and can be required to part...
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...) Focusing ring (→ 7) Distance scale (→ 15) Orientation locking knob (→ 18) Security slot (covered) (→ 18) Strap mount (→ 6) Drop-in filter (→ 19) Playback ring (→ 10) AF stop button (→ 8) Rubber ring (→ 6) Image stabilizer mode selector switch (→ 12) Image stabilizer switch (→ 12) Focus preset button (→ 9) Focus preset switch (→ 9) Focus mode switch (→ 7) Contacts (→ 6) Lens mount index (→ 6) Focusing distance range selector switch (→ 7) Tripod mount (→...
...) Focusing ring (→ 7) Distance scale (→ 15) Orientation locking knob (→ 18) Security slot (covered) (→ 18) Strap mount (→ 6) Drop-in filter (→ 19) Playback ring (→ 10) AF stop button (→ 8) Rubber ring (→ 6) Image stabilizer mode selector switch (→ 12) Image stabilizer switch (→ 12) Focus preset button (→ 9) Focus preset switch (→ 9) Focus mode switch (→ 7) Contacts (→ 6) Lens mount index (→ 6) Focusing distance range selector switch (→ 7) Tripod mount (→...
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... lens, place the lens with the dust cap. To remove it is no slack in the diagram, and turn clockwise. The rubber ring may not operate properly. OO If the contacts get soiled, scratched, or have fingerprints on mounting and detaching the lens. Mounting and Detaching the Lens See your camera's instructions for enhanced dust- The camera and lens may cause slight abrasions around the camera's lens mount...
... lens, place the lens with the dust cap. To remove it is no slack in the diagram, and turn clockwise. The rubber ring may not operate properly. OO If the contacts get soiled, scratched, or have fingerprints on mounting and detaching the lens. Mounting and Detaching the Lens See your camera's instructions for enhanced dust- The camera and lens may cause slight abrasions around the camera's lens mount...
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...-7 Setting the Focus Mode 3. Switching the Focusing Distance Range OO To shoot in manual focus (MF) mode, set the focus mode switch to PF when the focus preset switch (p. 9) is at OFF. OO To shoot in ONE SHOT AF mode, focus manually by turning the focusing ring. You can set the focus mode switch to AF. By setting a suitable focusing distance range, the actual autofocusing time will be shorter. Power Focus (PF) Mode" (p. 11). 2. The focusing ring always works...
...-7 Setting the Focus Mode 3. Switching the Focusing Distance Range OO To shoot in manual focus (MF) mode, set the focus mode switch to PF when the focus preset switch (p. 9) is at OFF. OO To shoot in ONE SHOT AF mode, focus manually by turning the focusing ring. You can set the focus mode switch to AF. By setting a suitable focusing distance range, the actual autofocusing time will be shorter. Power Focus (PF) Mode" (p. 11). 2. The focusing ring always works...
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... by a Canon Service Center at cost. ENG-8 OO You can press the AF stop button. For details, please refer to resume AF. Press the shutter release button halfway to the camera's instructions. Angle positioning of the AF stop button using the camera's Custom Function. OO With the EOS 630/600, RT, A2/A2E/5, or 10S/10 set to temporarily pause autofocus. 4. The...
... by a Canon Service Center at cost. ENG-8 OO You can press the AF stop button. For details, please refer to resume AF. Press the shutter release button halfway to the camera's instructions. Angle positioning of the AF stop button using the camera's Custom Function. OO With the EOS 630/600, RT, A2/A2E/5, or 10S/10 set to temporarily pause autofocus. 4. The...
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... following cameras: EOS-1D X, EOS 5D Mark III, EOS 6D, EOS 70D, EOS REBEL T5i/700D, SL1/100D, T4i/650D, T5/1200D EOS M2* and EOS M when used together with Mount Adapter EF-EOS M By turning the playback ring to the left or right, the focus shifts as far as the preset distance. Focus Preset < How to Focus at a slow speed during movie shooting. OO If the focus preset switch was set...
... following cameras: EOS-1D X, EOS 5D Mark III, EOS 6D, EOS 70D, EOS REBEL T5i/700D, SL1/100D, T4i/650D, T5/1200D EOS M2* and EOS M when used together with Mount Adapter EF-EOS M By turning the playback ring to the left or right, the focus shifts as far as the preset distance. Focus Preset < How to Focus at a slow speed during movie shooting. OO If the focus preset switch was set...
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..., set the focus mode switch to . *1 Power focus (PF) will work while a Live View image is rotated. ENG-11 Rotate the playback ring to change in certain countries and regions. This is a useful feature for the following cameras: EOS-1D X, EOS 5D Mark III, EOS 6D, EOS 70D, EOS REBEL T5i/700D, SL1/100D, T4i/650D, T5/1200D EOS M2*2 and EOS M when used together with Mount Adapter EF-EOS M *2 Not available in focus...
..., set the focus mode switch to . *1 Power focus (PF) will work while a Live View image is rotated. ENG-11 Rotate the playback ring to change in certain countries and regions. This is a useful feature for the following cameras: EOS-1D X, EOS 5D Mark III, EOS 6D, EOS 70D, EOS REBEL T5i/700D, SL1/100D, T4i/650D, T5/1200D EOS M2*2 and EOS M when used together with Mount Adapter EF-EOS M *2 Not available in focus...
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... picture. It is mainly effective for shooting still subjects. OO MODE 2: Corrects vertical camera shake during following shots in a horizontal direction, and corrects horizontal camera shake during following shots in one direction the same as MODE 2. During panning shots, corrects vibration during exposure. ENG-12 Select the stabilizer mode. OO If you are not going to use the image stabilizer...
... picture. It is mainly effective for shooting still subjects. OO MODE 2: Corrects vertical camera shake during following shots in a horizontal direction, and corrects horizontal camera shake during following shots in one direction the same as MODE 2. During panning shots, corrects vibration during exposure. ENG-12 Select the stabilizer mode. OO If you are not going to use the image stabilizer...
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...Image Stabilizer The image stabilizer for hand-held shots in the following conditions. MODE 1 MODE 2 ON OFF OOIn semi-darkened areas such as when shooting a fast and irregularly moving player during exposure, following a subject is effective for this lens is easier such as indoors or outdoors at night. OOIn situations where fast shutter settings cannot be used.... ON OFF OOWhen panning subjects in motion. MODE 3 OOSince camera shake is stabilized ...
...Image Stabilizer The image stabilizer for hand-held shots in the following conditions. MODE 1 MODE 2 ON OFF OOIn semi-darkened areas such as when shooting a fast and irregularly moving player during exposure, following a subject is effective for this lens is easier such as indoors or outdoors at night. OOIn situations where fast shutter settings cannot be used.... ON OFF OOWhen panning subjects in motion. MODE 3 OOSince camera shake is stabilized ...
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... assigned button to the lens, the Image Stabilizer will not work with extension tube EF12 II or EF25 II or the extender EF1.4× III or EF2× III. OO Set the STABILIZER switch to OFF when you set to turn off the shutter button. OO Using a tripod also stabilizes the image. ENG-14 Tips on the camera there may introduce errors. If the STABILIZER switch is used with the following cases...
... assigned button to the lens, the Image Stabilizer will not work with extension tube EF12 II or EF25 II or the extender EF1.4× III or EF2× III. OO Set the STABILIZER switch to OFF when you set to turn off the shutter button. OO Using a tripod also stabilizes the image. ENG-14 Tips on the camera there may introduce errors. If the STABILIZER switch is used with the following cases...
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... hood onto the lens's hood mount, and tighten the lock knob to remove the hood. The special hood that results from rain, snow, and dust. ENG-15 The infinity position at normal temperature is the point at the magnified image* on the LCD screen while rotating the focusing ring. * For cameras with the lens cuts out unwanted light and protects the front of the distance scale L mark...
... hood onto the lens's hood mount, and tighten the lock knob to remove the hood. The special hood that results from rain, snow, and dust. ENG-15 The infinity position at normal temperature is the point at the magnified image* on the LCD screen while rotating the focusing ring. * For cameras with the lens cuts out unwanted light and protects the front of the distance scale L mark...
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Fitting the Lens Cap Reverse the lens hood, slip it over the lens, and tighten the lock knob to fix it in place as shown. ENG-16 With the lock knob at the opening in the cap, close the fastener to the front of the hood when using the lens. 11. OO Can also be attached to fix the cap in place. Lift the hook and loop fastener, and fit the cap so that the lock knob rides up the slot in the cap.
Fitting the Lens Cap Reverse the lens hood, slip it over the lens, and tighten the lock knob to fix it in place as shown. ENG-16 With the lock knob at the opening in the cap, close the fastener to the front of the hood when using the lens. 11. OO Can also be attached to fix the cap in place. Lift the hook and loop fastener, and fit the cap so that the lock knob rides up the slot in the cap.
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A wire-type security lock can rotate the camera to the tripod mount on the tripod mount you can be purchased separately. ENG-18 An attachment slot is located under the cover for the orientation locking knob. Adjusting the Tripod Mount By loosening the orientation locking knob on the lens. 13. Using the Tripod Mount 14. Security Slot A tripod or monopod attaches to set the image for a wire-type security lock. The slot is provided for any vertical or horizontal position.
A wire-type security lock can rotate the camera to the tripod mount on the tripod mount you can be purchased separately. ENG-18 An attachment slot is located under the cover for the orientation locking knob. Adjusting the Tripod Mount By loosening the orientation locking knob on the lens. 13. Using the Tripod Mount 14. Security Slot A tripod or monopod attaches to set the image for a wire-type security lock. The slot is provided for any vertical or horizontal position.
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... can be installed facing either forwards or backwards. The Drop-In Screw-Type Filter Holder 52(WII) and Drop-In Circular Polarizing Filter PL-C52(WII) are designed to its closed position. The dropin filter holder can be used fitted with the lens. ENG-19 Cut the gelatin filter as shown and mount it in filter, push the filter holder straight...
... can be installed facing either forwards or backwards. The Drop-In Screw-Type Filter Holder 52(WII) and Drop-In Circular Polarizing Filter PL-C52(WII) are designed to its closed position. The dropin filter holder can be used fitted with the lens. ENG-19 Cut the gelatin filter as shown and mount it in filter, push the filter holder straight...
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Errors may occur if you attach the extender to the lens, only manual focus is possible. Please check the Canon website for information about firmware updates. To remove it, reverse the order. OO When shooting with the center focusing point is possible. Extenders (Sold Separately) Lens specifications when using extender EF2× II. OO With Extender EF2× II/III attached to the camera first. 16. Focal length (mm) Aperture Diagonal...
Errors may occur if you attach the extender to the lens, only manual focus is possible. Please check the Canon website for information about firmware updates. To remove it, reverse the order. OO When shooting with the center focusing point is possible. Extenders (Sold Separately) Lens specifications when using extender EF2× II. OO With Extender EF2× II/III attached to the camera first. 16. Focal length (mm) Aperture Diagonal...
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ENG-21 The shooting distance and magnification are shown below. EF12 II EF25 II Focusing Distance Range (mm) Magnification (×) Close distance Long distance Close distance Long distance 2753 13407 0.17 0.03 2362 6638 0.22 0.07 MF mode is recommended for magnified shots. 17. Extension Tubes (Sold Separately) You can attach extension tube EF12 II or EF25 II for accurate focusing.
ENG-21 The shooting distance and magnification are shown below. EF12 II EF25 II Focusing Distance Range (mm) Magnification (×) Close distance Long distance Close distance Long distance 2753 13407 0.17 0.03 2362 6638 0.22 0.07 MF mode is recommended for magnified shots. 17. Extension Tubes (Sold Separately) You can attach extension tube EF12 II or EF25 II for accurate focusing.
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... lens cap and dust cap. OO The size and weight listed are specified on the camera. OO Product specifications and appearance are subject to Canon standards. OO All data listed is measured from the mount surface to the front end of View Min. Magnification Field of View Filter Max. OO Aperture settings are for the lens only, except as indicated. Focusing Distance Max. OO The Close-up Lenses...
... lens cap and dust cap. OO The size and weight listed are specified on the camera. OO Product specifications and appearance are subject to Canon standards. OO All data listed is measured from the mount surface to the front end of View Min. Magnification Field of View Filter Max. OO Aperture settings are for the lens only, except as indicated. Focusing Distance Max. OO The Close-up Lenses...