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EF70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM ENG Instruction
EF70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM ENG Instruction
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... to prevent lens or camera malfunction or damage. Conventions used in a nicer background blur. * Based on using the lens and taking pictures. Manual focusing is a high-performance, compact telephoto zoom lens for purchasing a Canon product. A truly round aperture hole results in this instruction Warning to achieving high quality and compactness. • "DO" stands for Diffractive Optics. • "IS" stands for Image Stabilizer. • "USM" stands for Ultrasonic Motor.
... to prevent lens or camera malfunction or damage. Conventions used in a nicer background blur. * Based on using the lens and taking pictures. Manual focusing is a high-performance, compact telephoto zoom lens for purchasing a Canon product. A truly round aperture hole results in this instruction Warning to achieving high quality and compactness. • "DO" stands for Diffractive Optics. • "IS" stands for Image Stabilizer. • "USM" stands for Ultrasonic Motor.
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...lens surface and internal parts. High temperatures can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a particular installation. Do not make any interference received, including interference that interference will not occur in accordance with the instructions, may develop on , the user is encouraged to try to the camera... first put the lens into an airtight plastic bag before taking the lens from a cold to radio or television reception, which could cause a fire. Operation is subject to part 15 of the FCC Rules. This equipment has been tested and found to ...
...lens surface and internal parts. High temperatures can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a particular installation. Do not make any interference received, including interference that interference will not occur in accordance with the instructions, may develop on , the user is encouraged to try to the camera... first put the lens into an airtight plastic bag before taking the lens from a cold to radio or television reception, which could cause a fire. Operation is subject to part 15 of the FCC Rules. This equipment has been tested and found to ...
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Nomenclature Focus mode switch (→ 4) Hood mount (→ 5) Distance scale (→ 10) Zoom ring (→ 5) Lens mount index (→ 4) Filter mounting thread (→ 11) Focusing ring (→ 4) Image stabilizer switch (→ 7) Image stabilizer mode selector switch (→ 7) Contacts (→ 4) Zoom ring lock lever (→ 6) For detailed information, reference page numbers are provided in parentheses (→ **). ENG-3
Nomenclature Focus mode switch (→ 4) Hood mount (→ 5) Distance scale (→ 10) Zoom ring (→ 5) Lens mount index (→ 4) Filter mounting thread (→ 11) Focusing ring (→ 4) Image stabilizer switch (→ 7) Image stabilizer mode selector switch (→ 7) Contacts (→ 4) Zoom ring lock lever (→ 6) For detailed information, reference page numbers are provided in parentheses (→ **). ENG-3
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... contacts get soiled, scratched, or have fingerprints on mounting and detaching the lens. 2. To remove it properly, align the lens mount index and the K index of the focus mode. To use only manual focusing (MF), set the focus mode switch to AF. 1. To shoot in ONE SHOT AF mode, focus manually by turning the focusing ring. Mounting and Detaching the Lens See your camera's instructions for details on them, clean them , corrosion...
... contacts get soiled, scratched, or have fingerprints on mounting and detaching the lens. 2. To remove it properly, align the lens mount index and the K index of the focus mode. To use only manual focusing (MF), set the focus mode switch to AF. 1. To shoot in ONE SHOT AF mode, focus manually by turning the focusing ring. Mounting and Detaching the Lens See your camera's instructions for details on them, clean them , corrosion...
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... the arrow to turn the zoom ring. ENG-5 Hood To zoom, turn it. The hood can be reverse-mounted on the front of the lens from rain, snow, and dust. Attach and align the hood to finish zooming before focusing. 3. Be sure to the hood mount on the lens for storage. • Part of the picture may be blocked if the hood is not attached properly...
... the arrow to turn the zoom ring. ENG-5 Hood To zoom, turn it. The hood can be reverse-mounted on the front of the lens from rain, snow, and dust. Attach and align the hood to finish zooming before focusing. 3. Be sure to the hood mount on the lens for storage. • Part of the picture may be blocked if the hood is not attached properly...
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Fixing the Zoom Ring The zoom ring can only be fixed to keep the lens at maximum wide angle. Turn the zoom ring to the arrow. 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 the widest position (70mm). 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. 5.
Fixing the Zoom Ring The zoom ring can only be fixed to keep the lens at maximum wide angle. Turn the zoom ring to the arrow. 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 the widest position (70mm). 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. 5.
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... use the image stabilizer in a vertical direction. When you are not going to take the picture. 6. Select the stabilizer mode. • MODE 1: Corrects vibrations 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 AF or MF mode. ENG-7 Set...
... use the image stabilizer in a vertical direction. When you are not going to take the picture. 6. Select the stabilizer mode. • MODE 1: Corrects vibrations 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 AF or MF mode. ENG-7 Set...
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7. 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. ENG-8
7. 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. ENG-8
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... assigned AF button. ENG-9 Tips on Using the Image Stabilizer • The Image Stabilizer cannot compensate for hand-held photography and photography with a monopod. • The image stabilizer function also operates when the lens is used with an Extension Tube EF12 ll or EF25 ll. • Pictures may introduce errors. • The Image Stabilizer might not be taken if you use a tripod, the Image Stabilizer should be turned off the shutter button...
... assigned AF button. ENG-9 Tips on Using the Image Stabilizer • The Image Stabilizer cannot compensate for hand-held photography and photography with a monopod. • The image stabilizer function also operates when the lens is used with an Extension Tube EF12 ll or EF25 ll. • Pictures may introduce errors. • The Image Stabilizer might not be taken if you use a tripod, the Image Stabilizer should be turned off the shutter button...
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... focus setting when using infrared film. • Use a red filter when you take the picture. Use the indicated focal length as a guide when setting the compensation amount. • Be sure to the corresponding infrared index mark. 8. See the instructions for shifting of 800 nm. • The compensation amount differs depending on the distance scale. Focus on a wavelength of the infinity focus point that results from changes in temperature. Some EOS cameras cannot use infrared film. Infinity Compensation Mark Distance...
... focus setting when using infrared film. • Use a red filter when you take the picture. Use the indicated focal length as a guide when setting the compensation amount. • Be sure to the corresponding infrared index mark. 8. See the instructions for shifting of 800 nm. • The compensation amount differs depending on the distance scale. Focus on a wavelength of the infinity focus point that results from changes in temperature. Some EOS cameras cannot use infrared film. Infinity Compensation Mark Distance...
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...× Manual focusing is recommended for magnified shots. ENG-11 The shooting distance and magnification are shown below. EF12 ll EF25 ll 70mm 300mm 70mm 300mm Camera-to the filter mounting thread on the front of the lens. • 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) 11. Extension Tubes (Sold separately...
...× Manual focusing is recommended for magnified shots. ENG-11 The shooting distance and magnification are shown below. EF12 ll EF25 ll 70mm 300mm 70mm 300mm Camera-to the filter mounting thread on the front of the lens. • 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) 11. Extension Tubes (Sold separately...
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12. ENG-12 Close-up Lenses (Sold separately) Attaching a 250D or 500D (58mm) Close-up Lens enables close-up Lens 500D: Can be used (magnification 0.14x - 0.65x) Manual focusing is recommended for accurate focusing. Compatibility with Close-up Lenses is as follows. • Close-up Lens 250D: Can be used at the 70mm end (magnification 0.29x - 1.18x) • Close-up photography.
12. ENG-12 Close-up Lenses (Sold separately) Attaching a 250D or 500D (58mm) Close-up Lens enables close-up Lens 500D: Can be used (magnification 0.14x - 0.65x) Manual focusing is recommended for accurate focusing. Compatibility with Close-up Lenses is as follows. • Close-up Lens 250D: Can be used at the 70mm end (magnification 0.29x - 1.18x) • Close-up photography.
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Aperture Angle of view Filter Diameter Max. Focusing Distance Max. The camera automatically compensates for variations in the aperture setting when the camera is zoomed in 12 groups Min. ENG-13 Aperture Lens Construction 70 - 300 mm, f/4.5 - 5.6 18 elements in or out. • All data listed is measured according to Canon standards. • Product specifications and appearance are specified on the camera. For models that display apertures by...
Aperture Angle of view Filter Diameter Max. Focusing Distance Max. The camera automatically compensates for variations in the aperture setting when the camera is zoomed in 12 groups Min. ENG-13 Aperture Lens Construction 70 - 300 mm, f/4.5 - 5.6 18 elements in or out. • All data listed is measured according to Canon standards. • Product specifications and appearance are specified on the camera. For models that display apertures by...