Camera Lens User Manual

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EF300mm f/2.8L IS USMEF300mm f/2.8L IS USM

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EF500mm f/4L IS USMEF500mm f/4L IS USM

EF600mm f/4L IS USMEF600mm f/4L IS USM

Instructions

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00_7524_H1_JEFSKFOR.qxd 10.2.17 9:41 AM ページ 2 EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM EF400mm f/2.
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 1 Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. Canon’s EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM, EF400mm f/2.8L IS USM, EF500mm f/4L IS USM and EF600mm f/4L IS USM are high-performance super-telephoto lenses, for use with EOS cameras. ● “IS” stands for Image Stabilizer. ● “USM” stands for Ultrasonic Motor. Handling Cautions ● If the lens is taken from a cold environment into a warm one, condensation may develop on the lens surface and internal parts.
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 2 a Safety Precautions • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. a Safety Precautions ● Do not look at the sun or a bright light source through the lens or camera. Doing so could result in loss of vision. Looking at the sun directly through the lens is especially hazardous.
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 3 Nomenclature Hood mount (→ 15) Focusing ring (→ 5) Focusing distance range selector switch (→ 5) Playback ring (→ 8) 2.5m JA IN LE NS MA DE 30 32 EF NO N Drop-in filter (→ 16) CA CA NO N L E 10 30 NS 20 70 32 0m m PA N 1:2 .8L IS U Distance scale (→ 8, 13) Strap mount (→ 2) Rubber ring (→ 4) 2.5m 6.4 m 6.
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 4 1. Mounting and Detaching the Lens See your camera’s instructions for details on mounting and detaching the lens. ● After detaching the lens, place the lens with the rear end up to prevent the lens surface and contacts from getting scratched. ● If the contacts get soiled, scratched, or have fingerprints on them, corrosion or faulty connections can result. The camera and lens may not operate properly.
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 5 2. Setting the Focus Mode AF 3. Switching the Focusing Distance Range MF 2.5m STABILIZER ON OFF AF To shoot in autofocus (AF) mode, set the focus mode switch to AF. To shoot in manual focus (MF) mode, set the focus mode switch to MF, and focus by turning the focusing ring. The focusing ring always works, regardless of the focus mode. C After autofocusing in ONE SHOT AF mode, focus manually by pressing the shutter button halfway and turning the focusing ring.
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 6 Switching the Focusing Distance Range If you use AF from outside the specified focusing distance range, the lens may stop focusing when it reaches the limit of the range. This is not a malfunction. If this occurs, press the shutter button halfway down again. 4. AF Stop Button C AF Stop Button The AF stop function also works in AI Servo AF mode.
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 7 5. Focus Preset By presetting any focusing distance, you can instantly focus at that point even while you are shooting a different subject. This function operates in both the AF and MF modes. < How to Set > 1 1 2 FOCUS PRESET FOCUS PRESET SET Set the focus preset switch to or . 2 STABILIZER MODE STABILIZER MODE Y P O Press the shutter button halfway to focus the distance you want to preset. C SET Press the focus preset button.
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 8 Focus Preset ● When turning the playback ring, keep your finger away from the shutter button. In One-Shot AF mode, the exposure will be locked when you press the shutter button halfway and focus is achieved. So if you press the shutter button halfway while turning the playback ring, the exposure may not be correct. ● When not using the focus preset, set the switch to .
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 9 6. Image Stabilizer You can use the image stabilizer in AF or MF mode. STABILIZER ON OFF 1 2 STABILIZER MODE 1 2 FOCUS PRESET STABILIZER MODE Set the STABILIZER switch to ON. ● If you are not going to use the image stabilizer function, set the switch to OFF. Y P O Select the stabilizer mode. ● MODE 1: Corrects vibrations in all directions. It is mainly effective for shooting still subjects.
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 10 7. Tips on Using the Image Stabilizer The image stabilizer for this lens is effective for hand-held shots in the following conditions. ● MODE 1 ON ● MODE 2 C OFF ● 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.
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 11 Tips on Using the Image Stabilizer ● The Image Stabilizer cannot compensate for a blurred shot caused by a subject that moved. ● Set the STABILIZER switch to OFF when you are taking pictures using the Bulb setting (long exposures). If the STABILIZER switch is set to ON, the image stabilizer function may introduce errors. ● The Image Stabilizer might not be fully effective in the following cases: • You shoot from a violently moving vehicle.
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 12 8.
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 13 9. Depth-of-Field Scale 30 ft m 70 10 20 32 32 The depth of field is the distance in front of and behind the plane of focus on the subject that appears sharp. The depth of field is indicated by the area between the depth-of-field scale lines below the distance scale. The numbers on the scale are F values. C Y P O The depth-of-field scale is an approximate indicator.
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 14 10. Using the Tripod Mount Adjusting the Tripod Mount By loosening the orientation locking knob on the tripod mount you can rotate the camera to set the image for any vertical or horizontal position. Detaching the Tripod Mount (EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM only) First remove the lens from the camera and then remove the tripod mount from the lens as shown below. To attach the tripod mount, reverse the procedure. C Loosen the orientation locking knob.
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 15 11. Hood 12. Case Lid Strap The special hoods that come with all these Keyhole Lever lenses cut out unwanted light and protect the front of the lens from rain, snow, and dust. Put the lens away as follows. To attach the hood, loosen the hood lock knob by turning it counterclockwise. Fit the hood onto Reverse the lens hood, slip it over the lens, the lens’s hood mount, and tighten the lock knob and attach the lens cap. to fix it in place.
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 16 13. Drop-In Filters A 52-series drop-in gelatin filter holder with a glass filter is included with the lens. The drop-in filter holder can be used fitted with a gelatin filter (sold separately). 14mm 14mm 47mm C To remove the drop-in filter, press in the left and right lock buttons and pull the filter holder straight up out of the slot.
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 17 14. Extenders (Sold Separately) Lens specifications when using extender EF1.4× II/EF2× II are as follows. Focal length (mm) Aperture Diagonal Vertical Horizontal Maximum magnification (×) Angle of view Focal length (mm) Aperture Diagonal Vertical Horizontal Maximum magnification (×) Angle of view EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM EF1.4× II EF2× II 420 600 f/4 – 45 f/5.6 – 64 6° 10’ 4° 10’ 3° 20’ 2° 20’ 5° 3° 30’ 0.19 0.28 EF400mm f/2.8L IS USM EF1.
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 18 Extenders (Sold Separately) ● When shooting with EOS A2/A2E/5 fitted with either the EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM or EF400mm f/2.8L IS USM, use –0.5 step exposure compensation when using extender EF1.4× II, and use –1 step exposure when using extender EF2× II. ● When taking pictures on an EOS A2/A2E/5 using an EF1.4× II/EF2× II extender with the EF500mm f/4L IS USM or the EF600mm f/4L IS USM, use the values in the table below for exposure compensation.
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 19 Specifications Focal Length/Aperture Lens Construction Minimum Aperture Angle of View Min. Focusing Distance Max. Magnification Field of View Filter Max. Diameter and Length Weight Hood Lens Cap Case EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM EF400mm f/2.8L IS USM 300 mm f/2.8 400 mm f/2.8 13 groups, 17 elements 13 groups, 17 elements f/32 f/32 Diagonal: 8° 15’ Diagonal: 6° 10’ Vertical: 4° 35’ Vertical: 3° 30’ Horizontal: 6° 50’ Horizontal: 5° 10’ 2.5 m/8.2 ft. 3 m/9.8 ft. 0.13× 0.
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 20 Specifications Focal Length/Aperture Lens Construction Minimum Aperture Angle of View Min. Focusing Distance Max. Magnification Field of View Filter Max. Diameter and Length Weight Hood Lens Cap Case EF500mm f/4L IS USM EF600mm f/4L IS USM 500 mm f/4 600 mm f/4 13 groups, 17 elements 13 groups, 17 elements f/32 f/32 Diagonal: 5° Diagonal: 4° 10’ Vertical: 2° 45’ Vertical: 2° 20’ Horizontal: 4° Horizontal: 3° 30’ 4.5 m/14.8 ft. 5.5 m/18.0 ft. 0.12× 0.12× Approx.