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EF200mm f/2L IS USM
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Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. Dedicated to EOS cameras, the EF200mm f/2L 6. Focus preset enables you to focus instantly at IS USM is a high-performance telephoto lens a preset distance. equipped with an Image Stabilizer. 7. A truly round aperture hole results in a nicer background blur. • "IS" stands for Image Stabilizer. 8. The lens is compatible with Extender EF1.4X ll • "USM" stands for Ultrasonic Motor. and EF2X ll. 9. Tight seal structure ensures excellent dust- Features proof a
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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 a Safety Precautions cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any • Do not look at the sun or a bright light source interference received, including interference that may cause through the lens or camera. Doing so could result in undesired operation. loss of vision. Looking at the sun directly through the Do not make any changes
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Nomenclature Focusing ring (→ 5) Distance scale (→ 6) Orientation locking knob (→ 14) Hood mount (→ 7) Lens mount index (→ 4) Drop-in filter (→ 12) Playback ring (→ 8) Rubber ring (→ 4) AF stop button (→ 7) Contacts (→ 4) Focus mode switch (→ 5) Image stabilizer mode selector switch (→ 9) Image stabilizer switch (→ 9) Focusing distance range selection switch (→ 5) Focus preset button (→ 8) Strap mount (→ 4) Focus preset switch (→ 8) Tripod mount (→ 14) For detailed information, reference page
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1. Mounting and Detaching the Lens See your camera’s instructions for details on The lens mount has a rubber ring for enhanced mounting and detaching the lens. water- and dust-resistance. The rubber ring may cause slight abrasions around the camera's lens mount, but this will not cause any problems. If the rubber ring becomes worn, it is replaceable by a Canon Service Center at cost. Attaching the strap • After detaching the lens, place the lens with the rear end up to prevent the lens surface a
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2. Setting the Focus 3. Switching the Focusing Mode Distance Range To shoot in autofocus (AF) mode, set the focus You can set the focusing distance range to mode switch to AF. 1.9 m/6.2 ft. to infinity or 3.5 m/11.5 ft. to infinity. To use only manual focusing (MF), set the focus By setting the suitable focusing distance range, mode switch to MF, and focus by turning the the actual autofocusing time can be shorter. focusing ring. The focusing ring always works, regardless of the focus mode. Aft
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4. Infinity Compensation Mark 5. Depth-of-Field Scale Infinity compensation mark Distance index To compensate for shifting of the infinity focus The depth of field is the distance in front of and point that results from changes in temperature. behind the plane of focus on the subject that The infinity position at normal temperature is the appears sharp. The depth of field is indicated by point at which the vertical line of the L mark is the area between the depth-of-field scale lines aligned wit
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• The AF stop function also works in AI Servo AF 6. AF Stop Button mode. • By setting the camera's Custom Function, you can change the AF stop button's function. For details, see the camera's instruction manual. 7. Hood During autofocus operation, you can press the AF stop button to temporarily pause autofocus. If the shutter button is still pressed halfway when the AF stop button is released, autofocusing will continue as before. • With the EOS 630/600, RT, A2/A2E/5, or 10S/10 The dedicated Len
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8. 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 Focus at the Preset Distance While turning the playback ring to the left or right, press the shutter button completely. • The lens will focus at the preset distance. • If the focus preset switch was set to , the beeper will sound twice. • When turning the playback ring, keep your finger away from the
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9. Image Stabilizer Settings You can use the image stabilizer in AF or MF mode. Set the STABILIZER switch Select the stabilizer mode. When you press the shutter to . button halfway, the Image • MODE 1: Corrects vibrations Stabilizer will start in all directions. It is mainly • If you are not going to use the operating. effective for shooting still image stabilizer function, set subjects. the switch to . • Make sure the image in the • MODE 2: It compensates for viewfinder is stable, then
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10.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 • When panning subjects in motion. 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. ENG-10 C OP Y
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Tips on Using the Image Stabilizer • The Image Stabilizer cannot compensate for a • Using a tripod also stabilizes the image. blurred shot caused by a subject that moved. However, depending on the kind of tripod and • Set the STABILIZER switch to when you shooting conditions, sometimes it may be better are taking pictures using the Bulb setting (long to turn off the Image Stabilizer function. exposures). If the STABILIZER switch is set to • The stabilizer is equally effective for hand-held , the
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11.Drop-In Filters The lens comes with the drop-in Gelatin Filter Using a Gelatin Filter Holder 52 holding a glass filter. The holder accepts commercially-available gelatin filters. 14mm 14mm 47mm 47mm Removing and Installing Lift up the holder’s retaining frame To remove the drop-in filter, press in the left and right lock buttons and pull the filter holder straight Trim the gelatin filter as shown in the figure, up out of the slot. and mount it in the holder. To install the drop-in filter, pus
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12.Extenders (Sold separately) With Extender EF1.4X ll or EF2X ll attached, the lens specifications will change as follows: Item With EF1.4X ll Extender With EF2X ll Extender Focal length (mm) 280 400 Aperture f/2.8 – 45 f/4 – 64 Diagonal 8°50’ 6°10’ Angle of view Vertical 4°55’ 3°30’ Horizontal 7°20’ 5°10’ Maximum magnification (×) 0.18 0.24 • First attach the Extender to the lens, then attach the lens to the camera. Detach it from the camera in the reverse order. If you attach the lens to the
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13. Extension Tubes (Sold separately) 15.Case You can attach Extension Tube EF12 II or EF25 Lid II for magnified shots. The shooting distance and magnification are shown below. Camera-to-Subject Magnification Distance (mm) Near Far Near Far EF12 II 1380 3397 0.19× 0.06× Belt EF25 II 1092 1716 0.26× 0.14× Keyhole Manual focusing is recommended for accurate Lever focusing. When putting the lens into its case, follow the procedure below. 14.Using the Tripod Mount Attach the hood in reverse directio
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Specifications Focal Length/Aperture 200 mm f/2 Lens Construction 12 groups, 17 elements Minimum Aperture f/32 Angle of View Diagonal: 12° Vertical: 7° Horizontal: 10° Min. Focusing Distance 1.9 m/6.2 ft. Max. Magnification 0.12 × Field of View approx. 97 × 145 mm/3.8 × 5.7 inch (at 1.9 m) Filter Drop-in 52-series Max. Diameter and Length 128 × 208 mm/5.0 × 8.2 inch Weight 2520 g/88.9 oz. Hood ET-120B Lens Cap E-145B Case Lens Case 200 • The lens length is measured from the mount surface to the
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