EF70-200mm f/4L IS II USM ENG Instructions
Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. Canon’s EF70-200mm f/4L IS II USM is a telephoto lens for use with EOS cameras. Camera Firmware ● “IS” stands for Image Stabilizer. ● “USM” stands for Ultrasonic Motor. Please use the latest version of firmware with the camera in use. For details on whether the firmware is the latest version or not, and for details on updating the firmware, please check the Canon website.
Safety Precautions Precautions to ensure that the camera is used safely. Read these precautions thoroughly. Make sure all details are observed in order to prevent risks and injury to the user and other people. Warning Details pertaining to risks that may result in death or serious injury. ● Do not look at the sun or a bright light source through the lens or single-lens reflex camera. Doing so could result in loss of vision. Looking at the sun directly through the lens is especially hazardous.
General Precautions Handling Precautions ● If the lens is taken from a cold environment into a warm one, condensation may develop on the lens surface and internal parts. To prevent condensation in this case, first put the lens into an airtight plastic bag before taking it from a cold to warm environment. Then take out the lens after it has warmed gradually. Do the same when taking the lens from a warm environment into a cold one.
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 selector switch (→ 7) Hood mount (→ 14) Distance scale (→ 9) Zoom ring (→ 8) Zoom position index (→ 8) Rubber ring (→ 6) Filter mounting thread (→ 16) Focusing ring (→ 7) Focus mode switch (→ 7) Image stabilizer switch (→ 10) Contacts (→ 6) Lens mount index (→ 6) Tripod mounting location (→ 13) Image stabilizer mode selector switch (→ 10) ● For detailed information, reference page numbers are provided in parentheses (→ **).
1. Mounting and Detaching the Lens See your camera’s instructions for details on mounting and detaching the lens. The lens mount has a rubber ring for enhanced 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 a cost.
2. Setting the Focus Mode To shoot in autofocus (AF) mode, set the focus mode switch to AF. To use only manual focusing (MF), set the focus mode switch to MF, and focus by turning the focusing ring. The focusing ring always works, regardless of the focus mode. When AF operation is set to [ONE SHOT], manual focus is possible after autofocusing has been completed by continuing to press the shutter button halfway (Full-time manual focus). 3.
4. Zooming To zoom, turn the lens’ zoom ring. Be sure to finish zooming before focusing. Zooming after focusing can affect the focus.
5. Infinity Compensation Mark 6. Infrared Index Infinity compensation mark Distance scale Distance scale Distance index To compensate for shifting of the infinity focus point that results from changes in temperature, there is a margin at the infinity (∞) position. The infinity position at normal temperature is the point at which the vertical line of the distance scale L mark is aligned with the distance index.
7. Image Stabilizer You can use the image stabilizer in AF or MF mode. 1 Set the STABILIZER switch to ON. ● If you are not going to use the image stabilizer function, set the switch to OFF. 2 Select the stabilizer mode. ● MODE 1: Corrects vibrations in all directions. It is mainly effective for shooting still subjects. ● MODE 2: Corrects vertical camera shake during following shots in a horizontal direction, and corrects horizontal camera shake during following shots in a vertical direction.
8. 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 ● In semi-darkened areas such as indoors or 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. OFF ● 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 OFF when you are taking pictures using the Bulb setting (long exposures). If the STABILIZER switch is set to ON, the Image Stabilizer may introduce errors. ● The Image Stabilizer might not be fully effective in the following cases: • You shoot from a violently moving vehicle. • You move the camera dramatically for a panning shot in Mode 1.
9. Tripod Mount (Sold Separately) This lens can be used with the A II (W II) tripod mount ring, sold separately. Attaching the Tripod Mount ④ Collar Tripod mounting location ③ ⑦ ① ② 1 Lock knob Open the collar of the tripod mount ● Turn the lock knob counterclockwise until it becomes loose (about 3 turns) (➀). ● Pull the knob in the direction of the arrow (➁) to release the collar (➂).
10. Hood The ET-78B hood cuts out unwanted light and protects the front of the lens from rain, snow, and dust. Attachment position mark Red dot Button Red dot Attachment position mark Red dot Stop position mark ● Attaching Align the red attachment position mark on the hood with the red dot on the front of the lens, and then rotate the hood in the direction of the arrow until you hear a click.
11. Extenders (Sold Separately) Lens specifications when using extender EF1.4x III or EF2x III are as follows. Extender EF1.4x III Focal length (mm) Aperture Diagonal Angle of view Vertical Horizontal Maximum magnification (x) AF Photography Extender EF2x III WIDE TELE WIDE 98 280 140 TELE 400 f/5.6-45 f/5.6-45 f/8-64 f/8-64 25°20′ 8°50′ 16°20′ 6°10′ 13°50′ 4°55′ 9°10′ 3°30′ 20°50′ 7°20′ 13°40′ 5°10′ 0.14 0.39 0.22 0.59 k k *1 *1 k: AF photography is possible.
12. Filters (Sold Separately) You can attach filters to the filter mounting thread on the front of the lens. ● Only one filter may be attached. ● If you need a polarizing filter, use the Canon Circular Polarizing Filter PL-C B (72 mm). ● Detach the hood when adjusting the polarizing filter. 14. Extension Tubes (Sold Separately) You can attach extension tube EF12 II or EF25 II for magnified shots. The focusing distance and magnification are shown below.
Specifications Focal Length/Aperture 70-200mm f/4 Lens Construction 15 groups, 20 elements Minimum Aperture f/32 Angle of View Diagonal: 34° - 12°, Vertical: 19°30′ - 7°, Horizontal: 29° - 10° Min. Focusing Distance 1.0 m/3.28 ft. Max. Magnification 0.27x (at 200 mm) Field of View Approx. 354 x 236 - 129 x 87 mm/13.94 x 9.29 - 5.08 x 3.43 inch (at 1.0 m/3.28 ft.) Filter Diameter 72 mm Max. Diameter and Length 80 x 176 mm/3.15 x 6.93 inch Weight Approx. 780 g/27.
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