EF70-200mm F2.
Thank you for purchasing a Canon USM lens. The Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM is a high-performance, telephoto zoom lens dedicated to Canon EOS cameras. It is equipped with an Image Stabilizer to help preventing blurred shots due to camera shake during slow shutter speeds. In the lens name, "IS" stands for Image Stabilizer, and "USM" for Ultrasonic Motor. a 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.
a Safety Precautions 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 distance range selection switch (→ 5) Hood mount (→ 12) Distance scale (→ 10) Zoom ring (→ 6) Rubber ring (→ 4) Filter mounting thread (→ 12) Contacts (→ 4) Focusing ring (→ 6) Focus mode switch (→ 5) Image stabilizer switch (→ 7) Image stabilizer mode selector switch (→ 7) Tripod mount (→ 11) Lens mounting index (→ 4) Orientation locking knob (→ 11) • Numbers in parentheses indicate reference page numbers.
1. Mounting and Detaching the Lens See your camera’s instructions for details on mounting and detaching the lens. • After detaching the lens, put it down with the contacts upwards, to avoid damaging the contacts or lens surface. • If the contacts are dirty, scratched, or soiled with fingerprints, etc., corrosion or a faulty connection or operation may result. • Always attach the dust cap to the lens whenever it is not mounted on the camera.
2. Setting the Focus Mode If you are going to take pictures using autofocus, set the focus mode switch to . To focus manually, set the focus mode switch to and turn the focusing ring. 3. Switching the Focusing Distance Range You can set the focusing distance range to 1.4 m/4.6 ft. to infinity or 2.5 m/8.2 ft. to infinity. By setting the suitable focusing distance range, the actual autofocusing time can be shorter.
4. Zooming To zoom, turn the zoom ring. 5. Focusing Ring The focusing ring can be used at any time regardless of the focus mode. • After autofocusing with the camera in ONE SHOT AF mode, you can adjust the focus by keeping the shutter button pressed halfway and turning the focusing ring. • Be sure to finish zooming before focusing. Zooming after focusing can affect the focus. • For flash pictures, use an external, EOSdedicated Speedlite instead of the camera's built-in flash.
6. Image Stabilizer Settings The image stabilizer function can be used in both Set the STABILIZER switch to . • If you are not going to use the image stabilizer function, set the switch to . and focus modes. Select the stabilizer mode. • Select MODE 1 for standard photography. MODE 1 corrects all vibrations no matter whether the camera is being held horizontally, vertically, or at an angle. • To pan a moving subject, select MODE 2.
7. Tips on Using the Image Stabilizer The image stabilizer function is particularly effective for hand-held photography in the following situations: ● MODE 1 ● MODE 2 q In semi-darkened areas such as indoors or outdoors at night. w In locations where flash photography is prohibited, such as art museums and theater stages. e In situations where fast shutter settings cannot be used. r In situations where your footing is uncertain. q When panning subjects in motion.
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 when you are taking pictures using the Bulb setting (long exposures). If the STABILIZER switch is set to , the image stabilizer function may introduce errors. • The Image Stabilizer might not be fully effective in the following cases: • You move the camera for a panned shot. • You shoot while riding on a bumpy road.
8. Infinity Compensation Mark To compensate for shifting of the infinity focus point that results from changes in temperature, you can rotate the distance scale slightly past the normal infinity focus mark. • The infinity position at normal temperature is the point at which the vertical line of the mark is aligned with the distance indicator. • For accurate manual focusing on subjects at infinity distance, look through the viewfinder to confirm focusing while rotating the focusing ring. 9.
10. Using the Tripod Mount Adjusting the Tripod Mount Loosening the orientation locking knob on the tripod mount allows you to turn the lens and camera freely. This is useful when you want to switch the camera between horizontal and vertical positions while it is mounted on a tripod. Once you have set the camera to the desired position, tighten the locking knob firmly. Detaching the Tripod Mount First remove the lens from the camera and then remove the tripod mount from the lens as shown below.
11. Hood 12. Filters (Optional) You can attach filters to the filter mounting thread on the front of the lens. • If you need a polarizing filter, use Canon’s PL-C 77 mm ll polarizing filter. Note that you must remove the hood before adjusting the polarizing filter. • When the PL-C 77mm ll polarizing filter is attached, the lens cap cannot be attached. The ET-86 hood can keep unwanted light out of the lens, and also protects the front of the lens from rain, snow, and dust.
. Extenders (Optional) With Extender EF 1.4X ll or EF 2X llattached, the lens specifications will change as follows: Item With EF1.4X ll Extender With EF2X ll Extender Focal length (mm) 98 – 280 140 – 400 Aperture f/4 – 45 f/5.6 – 64 25°20’ – 9°20’ 16°20’ – 6°10’ Diagonal Angle of view Vertical 13°50’ – 5°10’ 9°10’ – 3°30’ Horizontal 20°50’ – 7°40’ 13°39’ – 5°10’ 0.24 0.36 Maximum magnification (×) • Do not attach more than one Extender on the same lens.
. Specifications Image Size 24 × 36 mm Focal Length & Max. Aperture 70 – 200 mm, f/2.8 Lens Construction 23 elements in 18 groups Min. Aperture f/32 Angle of View Diagonal: 34° – 12° Vertical: 19°30’ – 7° Horizontal: 29° –10° Min. Focusing Distance 1.4 m / 4.6 ft. Max. Magnification & Field of view 0.17 × (at 200 mm), 373 × 559 – 140 × 211mm / 14.6 × 21.8 – 5.5 × 8.2 inch (at 1.4 m) φ 77 mm Filter Diameter Lens Hood • • • • • Max. Diameter & Length ET-86 φ 86.2 × 197mm / φ 3.4 × 7.
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