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EF800mm f/5.6L IS USM
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Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. Designed for EOS cameras, the EF800mm 5. The AF Stop button for stopping the AF f/5.6L IS USM is a high-performance super- operation at anytime. telephoto lens equipped with an Image 6. Focus preset enables you to focus instantly at Stabilizer. a preset distance. 7. A truly round aperture hole results in a nicer • "IS" stands for Image Stabilizer. background blur. • "USM" stands for Ultrasonic Motor. 8. The lens is compatible with Extender EF1.4X ll Feat
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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) Focus mode switch (→ 5) Hood mount (→ 6) Focusing distance range selection switch (→ 5) Distance scale (→ 6) Orientation locking knob (→ 14) Drop-in filter (→ 12) Rubber ring (→ 4) Playback ring (→ 8) AF stop button (→ 7) Contacts (→ 4) Image stabilizer switch (→ 9) Lens mount index (→ 4) Image stabilizer mode selector switch (→ 9) Strap mount (→ 4) Focus preset button (→ 8) Focus preset switch (→ 8) Tripod mount (→ 14) For detailed information, reference page n
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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 at mode switch to AF. 6m/19.7ft. to infinity, 6m/19.7ft. - 20m/65.6ft., or To use only manual focusing (MF), set the focus 20m/65.6ft. to infinity. mode switch to MF, and focus by turning the By setting the suitable focusing distance range, focusing ring. The focusing ring always works, the actual autofocusing time can be shorter. regardless of
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4. Infinity Compensation Mark 5. Hood Infinity compensation mark Distance index To compensate for shifting of the infinity focus The dedicated Lens Hood ET-155 helps to point that results from changes in temperature. prevent stray light from entering the lens and The infinity position at normal temperature is the protects the front of the lens from rain, snow or point at which the vertical line of the L mark is dust. aligned with the distance indicator on the To attach the hood, loosen the hood
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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. 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 set to the AI Servo AF mo
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7. 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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8. 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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9. Tips on Using the Image Stabilizer The image stabilizer in this lens is effective for hand-held shots or when using a monopod under the following conditions. ● MODE 1 ● MODE 2 • In moderately dark areas such as evening • When panning subjects in motion. scenes. • In locations where flash photography is prohibited such as live performances in theaters. • 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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10.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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11.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) 1120 1600 Aperture f/8 – 45 f/11 – 64 Diagonal 2°10’ 1°30’ Angle of view Vertical 1°10’ 50’ Horizontal 1°50’ 1°20’ Maximum magnification (×) 0.2 0.28 • With Extender EF1.4X II attached to the lens, only manual focus is possible. However, with the EOS-1Ds Mark III, EOS-1Ds Mark ll, EOS-1Ds, EOS-1D Mark lll,
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12. Extension Tubes (Sold separately) 14.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 Belt EF12 II 5466 51418 0.16× 0.02× EF25 II 4982 24356 0.19× 0.04× Keyhole Manual focusing is recommended for accurate Lever focusing. When putting the lens into its case, follow the procedure below. 13.Using the Tripod Mount Attach the hood in reverse direct
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Specifications Focal Length/Aperture 800 mm f/5.6 Lens Construction 14 groups, 18 elements Minimum Aperture f/32 Angle of View Diagonal: 3°5’ Vertical: 1°40’ Horizontal: 2°35’ Min. Focusing Distance 6 m/19.7 ft. Max. Magnification 0.14 × Field of View approx. 171 × 256 mm/6.7 × 10.1 inch (at 6 m) Filter Drop-in 52-series Max. Diameter and Length 163 × 461 mm/6.4 × 18.1 inch Weight 4500 g/158.7 oz. Hood ET-155 Lens Cap E-180C Case Lens Case 800 • The lens length is measured from the mount surfac
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