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EF70-200mm f/4L IS USM
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Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. The Canon EF70-200mm f/4L IS USM lens is a Features lightweight, compact, high-performance telephoto 1. The Image Stabilizer gives the equivalent zoom lens with an Image Stabilizer for EOS effect of a shutter speed four stops faster*. cameras. The lens also has a second image stabilizer • "IS" stands for Image Stabilizer. mode that is optimized for following shots of • "USM" stands for Ultrasonic Motor. moving subjects. 2. With fluorite and UD lens eleme
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a Safety Precautions This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is a Safety Precautions subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not 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 undesired operation. in loss of vision. Looking at the sun directly through Do not make any changes or
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Nomenclature Focusing distance range selection switch (→ 5) Distance scale (→ 10) Hood mount (→ 6) Zoom ring (→ 6) Rubber ring (→ 4) Filter mounting thread (→ 12) Contacts (→ 4) Focusing ring (→ 5) Lens mount index (→ 4) Focus mode switch (→ 5) Image stabilizer switch (→ 7) Tripod mounting location (→ 11) Image stabilizer mode selector switch (→ 7) For detailed information, reference page numbers are provided in parentheses (→ **). ENG-3 C OP Y
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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. • After detaching the lens, place the lens with the rear end up to prevent the lens surface and electrical contac
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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. 1.2 m/3.9 ft. to infinity or 3 m/9.8 ft. to infinity. By To use only manual focusing (MF), set the focus setting the suitable focusing distance range, the mode switch to MF, and focus by turning the actual autofocusing time can be shorter. focusing ring. The focusing ring always works, regardless of the focus mode. After
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4. Zooming 5. Hood To zoom, turn the zoom ring. The ET-74 hood can keep unwanted light out of the lens, and also protects the front of the lens Be sure to finish zooming before focusing. from rain, snow, and dust. Zooming after focusing can affect the focus. Attach and align the hood to the hood mount on the front of the lens, and turn the hood as shown by the arrow to secure it. The hood can be reverse-mounted on the lens for storage. •Part of the picture may be blocked if the hood is not attac
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6. 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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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 • 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-8 C OP Y
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Tips on Using the Image Stabilizer • The Image Stabilizer cannot compensate for a • When you use a tripod, the Image Stabilizer should be turned off to save battery power. blurred shot caused by a subject that moved. • The stabilizer is equally effective for hand-held • Set the STABILIZER switch to when you are photography and photography with a monopod. taking pictures using the Bulb setting (long • The Image Stabilizer function also operates when exposures). If the STABILIZER switch is set to
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8. Infinity Compensation Mark 9. Infrared Index Infinity compensation mark Distance index To compensate for shifting of the infinity focus The infrared index corrects the focus setting when using point that results from changes in temperature. monochrome infrared film. Focus on the subject The infinity position at normal temperature is the manually, then adjust the distance setting by moving the point at which the vertical line of the L mark is focusing ring to the corresponding infrared index m
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10. Using the Tripod Mount (Sold separately) Adjusting the Revolving Mount This lens can be used with the A II (W) tripod mount ring, sold separately. You can loosen the orientation lock-knob on the tripod mount to allow it to rotate as needed to fit a particular camera model for switching between vertical and horizontal positions. Detaching Use the following procedures to remove and attach the tripod mount. With the collar open, To install, while pulling the Turn the locking knob counterclockwi
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11. Filters (Sold separately) 12. Extension Tubes (Sold separately) You can attach filters to the filter mounting thread You can attach Extension Tube EF12 II or EF25 on the front of the lens. II for magnified shots. The shooting distance and magnification are shown below. • If you need a polarizing filter, use the Canon Circular Polarizing Filter (67mm). Camera-to-Subject Magnification •To adjust the polarizing filter, first remove the Distance (mm) lens hood. Near Far Near Far 70mm 554 627 0.2
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13. 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) 98 – 280 140 – 400 Aperture f/5.6 – 45 f/8 – 64 Diagonal 25°20’ – 8°50’ 16°20’ – 6°10’ Angle of view Vertical 13°50’ – 4°55’ 9°10’ – 3°30’ Horizontal 20°50’ – 7°20’ 13°40’ – 5°10’ Maximum magnification (×) 0.31 0.45 • First attach the Extender to the lens, then attach the lens to the camera. Detach it fro
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14. Specifications Focal Length & Max. Aperture 70 – 200 mm, f/4 Lens Construction 20 elements in 15 groups Min. Aperture f/32 Angle of View Diagonal: 34° – 12° Vertical: 19°30’ – 7° Horizontal: 29° –10° Min. Focusing Distance 1.2 m / 3.9 ft. Max. Magnification & Field of view 0.21 ×(at 200 mm), 305 × 459 – 112 × 166 mm / 12 × 18.1 – 4.4 × 6.5 inch (at 1.2 m) Filter Diameter 67 mm Max. Diameter & Length 76 × 172 mm / 3.0 × 6.8 inch Weight 760 g / 26.8 oz Lens Hood ET-74 Lens Cap E-67U Case LP 12
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