Instructions ENG
Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. Canon RF70-200mm F4 L IS USM is a telephoto zoom lens for use with EOS R series cameras. Camera Firmware zz“IS” stands for Image Stabilizer. zz“USM” stands for Ultrasonic Motor. Please use the latest version of firmware with the camera in use. For details on whether the firmware is the latest version or not, and for details on updating the firmware, please check the Canon website.
Safety Precautions Precautions to ensure that the camera is used safely. Read these precautions thoroughly. Make sure all details are observed in order to prevent risks and injury to the user and other people. Warning Details pertaining to risks that may result in death or serious injury. zz Do not look directly at the sun or other strong light sources through a lens. This may result in loss of sight. zz Do not leave a lens in the sun without the lens cap attached.
General Precautions Handling Precautions zz Do not leave the product in excessive heat such as in a car in direct sunlight. High temperatures can cause the product to malfunction. zz If the lens is taken from a cold environment into a warm one, condensation may develop on the lens surface and internal parts. To prevent condensation in this case, first put the lens into an airtight plastic bag before taking it from a cold to warm environment. Then take out the lens after it has warmed gradually.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the instructions. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
Nomenclature Focusing ring (→ 7) Zoom ring (→ 7) Control ring (→ 9) Hood mount (→ 13) Zoom ring lock lever (→ 8) Rubber ring (→ 6) Filter mounting thread (→ 14) Contacts (→ 6) Focusing distance range selector switch (→ 9) Focus mode switch (→ 7) Image stabilizer switch (→ 10) Lens mount (→ 6) Lens mount index (→ 6) Image stabilizer mode selector switch (→ 10) zz For detailed information, reference page numbers are provided in parentheses (→ **).
1. Attaching and Detaching the Lens Lens mount index Lens release button Dust cap Attaching the Lens Align the lens mount indexes of the lens and camera, and turn the lens clockwise until you hear a click. Detaching the Lens Turn the lens counterclockwise while pressing the camera’s lens release button. Detach the lens once it has stopped turning. Please refer to the camera's instructions for details. zzSet the camera’s power switch to OFF when attaching or detaching the lens.
2. Setting the Focus Mode 3. Zooming Focusing ring To zoom, turn the lens’ zoom ring. Focus mode switch To shoot in autofocus (AF) mode, set the focus mode switch to AF. To use only manual focusing (MF), set the focus mode switch to MF, and focus by turning the focusing ring. zzQuickly turning the focusing ring may result in delayed focus. zzBe sure to finish zooming before focusing. Zooming after focusing can affect the focus. zzBlurring may temporarily occur if the zoom ring is quickly turned.
4. Fixing the Zoom Ring The zoom ring can be fixed to keep the lens at the shortest point. 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 wide end position (70 mm). 2 Slide the zoom ring lock lever in the direction indicated by the arrow. zzTo release the zoom ring, slide the zoom ring lock lever in the direction opposite to the arrow.
5. Setting the Focusing Distance Range 6. Control Ring The control ring can be assigned the functions that are commonly used with cameras, such as shutter speed and aperture settings. Focusing distance range selector switch You can set the focusing distance range with a switch. Setting the focusing distance range prevents the lens from focusing on unintentional subjects at different distances. Focusing distance range 1. FULL (0.6m/1.97 ft. - ∞) 2. 2.5m/8.20 ft.
7. Image Stabilizer Image stabilization corrects vibrations that occurs with hand-held shots. Image stabilizer switch 1 Set the STABILIZER switch to ON. zzIf you are not going to use image stabilization, set the image stabilizer switch to OFF. Image stabilizer mode selector switch 2 Select an Image Stabilizer mode according to the application and shooting conditions. Image Stabilizer modes orrects vibrations in all directions. zz MODE 1: C It is suited to shooting still subjects.
Image Stabilizer The Image Stabilizer for this lens is suited to hand-held shots in the following conditions. MODE 1 Shooting still subjects zz In semi-darkened areas such as indoors or outdoors at night. zz In locations where the flash cannot be used, such as art museums and theater stages. zz In situations where your footing is uncertain. zz In situations where fast shutter speed settings cannot be used. MODE 2 Shooting moving subjects zz Panning shots of vehicles, trains, etc.
Image Stabilizer zzThe Image Stabilizer cannot compensate for a blurred shot caused by a subject that moved. zzThe Image Stabilizer might not be fully effective in the following conditions: • Large shake or fast vibration • Panning in MODE 1 zzWhen using a tripod, it is recommended that you set the image stabilizer switch to OFF. zzEven with a monopod, the Image Stabilizer will be as effective as during hand-held shooting.
8. Hood The custom lens hood reduces unwanted light that causes flare and ghosting and protects the front of the lens from rain, snow, and dust. Attachment position mark Red dot Button Red dot Attachment position mark Red dot Stop position mark Attaching the Hood Align the red attachment position mark on the hood with the red dot on the front of the lens, and then turn the hood in the direction of the arrow until you hear a click.
9. Filters (Sold separately) You can attach filters to the filter mounting thread on the front of the lens. zzOnly one filter may be attached. zzIf you need a polarizing filter, use the Canon Circular Polarizing Filter PL-C B. zzDetach the hood when adjusting the polarizing filter. 10. Close-up Lenses (Sold separately) Attaching a 500D (77 mm) Close-up Lens enables close-up photography. It provides a magnification of 0.14x to 0.51x.
Specifications Focal Length/Aperture Lens Construction Maximum Aperture Minimum Aperture Angle of View Min. Focusing Distance Max. Magnification Field of View Filter Diameter Max. Diameter and Length Weight Hood Lens Cap Case 70-200mm f/4 11 groups, 16 elements f/4 f/32 Horizontal: 29° - 10°, Vertical: 19° 30ˊ - 7°, Diagonal: 34° - 12° 0.6 m/1.97 ft. 0.28x (at 200 mm) Approx. 279 x 184 - 127 x 84 mm/ 10.98 x 7.24 - 5.00 x 3.31 in. (at 0.6 m/1.97 ft.) 77 mm Approx. 83.5 x 119 mm/3.29 x 4.69 in. Approx.
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