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EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM
EF400mm f/2.8L IS USM EF400mm f/2.8L IS USM
EF500mm f/4L IS USM EF500mm f/4L IS USM
EF600mm f/4L IS USM EF600mm f/4L IS USM
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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 Features IS USM, EF500mm f/4L IS USM and EF600mm 1. The Image Stabilizer gives the equivalent effect f/4L IS USM are high-performance super-telephoto of a shutter speed two stops* faster. lenses, for use with EOS cameras. 2. Use of fluorite and UD lens elements giving superior definition. ● “IS” stands for Image Stabilizer. 3. Ultrasonic motor (USM) for fast, quiet autofoc
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 2 a Safety Precautions • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. a Safety Precautions • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for ● Do not look at the sun or a bright light source help. through the lens or camera. Doing so could result in loss of vision. Looking at the sun directly through the This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. lens is especially ha
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OFF 2.5m 6.4m 2.5m 6.4m AF MF STABILIZER ON 1 2 STABILIZER MODE FOCUS PRESET SET 02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 3 Nomenclature Hood mount (→ 15) Focusing ring (→ 5) Focusing distance range selector switch (→ 5) Distance scale (→ 8, 13) Strap mount (→ 2) Drop-in filter (→ 16) Playback ring Rubber ring (→ 4) (→ 8) AF stop button (→ 6) Contacts (→ 4) Focus mode switch (→ 5) Lens mount index (→ 14) Image stabilizer switch (→ 9) Focus preset button (→ 7) Tripod mount (→ 14) Image stabilizer mode
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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 The lens mount has a rubber ring for enhanced mounting and detaching the lens. dust- and water-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 t
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 5 2. Setting the Focus 3. Switching the Focusing Mode Distance Range AF MF 2.5m 6.4m 2.5m 6.4m STABILIZER STABILIZER AF ON OFF MF To shoot in autofocus (AF) mode, set the focus You can set the focusing distance range with a mode switch to AF. switch. By setting a suitable focusing distance To shoot in manual focus (MF) mode, set the range, the actual autofocusing time will be shorter. focus mode switch to MF, and focus by turning Lens Ranges the focusing ring.
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 6 Switching the Focusing Distance Range AF Stop Button If you use AF from outside the specified focusing The AF stop function also works in AI Servo AF distance range, the lens may stop focusing when it mode. reaches the limit of the range. This is not a malfunction. If this occurs, press the shutter button ● With the EOS 630/600, RT, A2/A2E/5, or 10S/10 halfway down again. set to the AI Servo AF mode and continuous shooting, AF will not resume even after you l
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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 > 12 12 STABILIZER STABILIZER MODE MODE FOCUS PRESET FOCUS PRESET SET SET Set the focus preset switch Press the shutter button Press the focus preset to or . halfway to focus the button. distance you want to preset. ● The focused distance will be pres
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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 < How to Focus at the Preset Distance > 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 . In the following cases, the focusing distance
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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 STABILIZER ON OFF 12 STABILIZER MODE 12 FOCUS PRESET STABILIZER MODE Set the STABILIZER switch Select the stabilizer mode. Press the shutter button to ON. down halfway to enable ● MODE 1: Corrects vibrations stabilization. in all directions. It is mainly ● If you are not going to use the effective for shooting still image stabilizer function, set ● Make sure the image in the sub
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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 ● MODE 2 ON ON OFF OFF ● 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
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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 ● When you use a tripod, the Image Stabilizer should be turned off to save battery power. blurred shot caused by a subject that moved. ● Set the STABILIZER switch to OFF when you ● The stabilizer is equally effective for hand-held photography and photography with a monopod. are taking pictures using the Bulb setting (long exposures). If the STABILIZER switch is set to ● The Ima
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 12 Tips on Using the Image Stabilizer 8. Infinity Compensation Mark Infinity compensation mark ● When using the extender EF2× II with the EF500mm f/4L IS USM or EF600mm f/4L IS ft 30 70 USM, you can use the Image Stabilizer with the m 10 20 following cameras: EOS-1Ds Mark III, EOS-1Ds Mark II, EOS-1Ds, EOS-1D Mark III, EOS-1D 32 32 Mark II N, EOS-1D Mark II, EOS-1D, EOS 40D, Distance index 30D, 20D, 20Da, 10D, 5D, EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450D, EOS DIGITAL REB
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 13 9. Depth-of-Field Scale ft 30 70 m 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. The depth-of-field scale is an approximate indicator. ENG-13 C OP Y
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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. Loosen the orientation Align the red mark on the Slide
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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. Use the same proced
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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 47mm Lift up the holder’s retaining plate. To remove the drop-in filter, press in the left and Cut the gelatin filter as shown and mount it in right lock buttons and pull the filter holder the holder.
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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. EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM EF400mm f/2.8L IS USM EF1.4× II EF2× II EF1.4× II EF2× II Focal length (mm) 420 600 560 800 Aperture f/4 – 45 f/5.6 – 64 f/4 – 45 f/5.6 – 64 Diagonal 6° 10’ 4° 10’ 4° 25’ 3° 5’ Angle of view Vertical 3° 20’ 2° 20’ 2° 25’ 1° 40’ Horizontal 5° 3° 30’ 3° 40’ 2° 35’ Maximum magnification (×) 0.19 0.28 0.22 0.31 EF500mm f/4L IS USM EF600
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 18 Extenders (Sold Separately) 15. Extension Tubes (Sold Separately) ● When shooting with EOS A2/A2E/5 fitted with either the EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM or You can attach extension tube EF12 II or EF25 EF400mm f/2.8L IS USM, use –0.5 step II for magnified shots. The shooting distance exposure compensation when using extender EF1.4× II, and use –1 step exposure when using and magnification are shown below. extender EF2× II. ● When taking pictures on an EOS A2/A2E/5 F
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02-7524_ENG 10.2.13 9:39 AM Page 19 Specifications EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM EF400mm f/2.8L IS USM Focal Length/Aperture 300 mm f/2.8 400 mm f/2.8 Lens Construction 13 groups, 17 elements 13 groups, 17 elements Minimum Aperture f/32 f/32 Angle of View Diagonal: 8° 15’ Diagonal: 6° 10’ Vertical: 4° 35’ Vertical: 3° 30’ Horizontal: 6° 50’ Horizontal: 5° 10’ Min. Focusing Distance 2.5 m/8.2 ft. 3 m/9.8 ft. Max. Magnification 0.13× 0.15× Field of View Approx. 176 × 264 mm/ Approx. 155 × 233 mm/ 6.9 ×
