Canon EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM User Manual

Canon EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM Manual

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    EF500mm f/4L IS II USM EF600mm f/4L IS II USM ENG Instructions
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    Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. Canon's EF500mm f/4L IS II USM and EF600mm f/4L IS II USM are high-performance supertelephoto lenses, for use with EOS cameras. OO "IS" stands for Image Stabilizer. OO "USM" stands for Ultrasonic Motor. Features 1. The Image Stabilizer gives the equivalent
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    heat such as in a car in direct sunlight. High temperatures can cause the lens to malfunction. Conventions used in this instruction Warning to prevent lens or camera malfunction or damage. Supplementary notes on using the lens and taking pictures. Safety Precautions OO Do not look at the sun or
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    you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
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    switch (→ 8) Focus mode switch (→ 6) Contacts (→ 5) Lens mount index (→ 5) Focusing distance range selector switch (→ 6) Tripod mount (→ 17) OO The illustrations used in the explanations in this manual show the EF500mm f/4L IS II USM, but the EF600mm f/4L IS II USM is used in the same way. OO For
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    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. OO After detaching the lens, place the lens with the rear end up to prevent the
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    button halfway and turning the focusing ring. (Full-time manual focus) You can set the focusing distance range with a switch. By setting a suitable focusing distance range, the actual autofocusing time will be shorter. Lens Ranges FULL EF500mm f/4L IS II USM 3.7 m/12.14 ft. - 10 m/32.81 ft. 10
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    works in AI Servo AF mode. Angle positioning of the AF stop button is adjustable by a Canon Service Center at cost. OO With the EOS 630/600, RT, A2/A2E/5, or 10S/10 the functions of the AF stop button using the camera's Custom Function. For details, please refer to the camera's instructions. ENG-7
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    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 any of the AF, PF, and MF modes. < How to Set > Set the focus preset switch to ON or . Press the shutter button halfway to focus the
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    beeper will sound twice. Setting the focus mode switch to power focus (PF) when using the lens with the EOS-1D X or EOS 5D Mark III enables focus change at a the playback ring, the exposure may not be correct. OO When not using the focus preset, set the switch to OFF. OO The focus preset function
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    the playback ring enables smooth focus change. This is a useful feature for changing focus when shooting movies. With the focus preset switch set to OFF, set the focus mode switch to PF. Rotate the playback
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    . Set the STABILIZER switch to ON. OO If you are not going to use the image stabilizer function, set the switch to OFF. Select the stabilizer mode. OO MODE 1: Corrects vibrations in all directions. It is mainly effective for shooting still subjects. OO MODE 2: Corrects vertical camera shake during
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    8. Tips on Using the Image Stabilizer The image stabilizer for this lens is effective for hand-held shots in the following situations where your footing is uncertain. OOIn situations where fast shutter settings cannot be used. ON OFF OOWhen panning subjects in motion.  MODE 3 OOSince camera shake
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    . The Image Stabilizer effect may be reduced, however, depending on the shooting environment. OO The Image Stabilizer also operates when the lens is used with extension tube EF12 II or EF25 II or the extender EF1.4× III or EF2× III. OO Depending on the camera there may be image shake, such as after
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    viewfinder while rotating the focusing ring. The special hoods that come with all these lenses cut out unwanted light and protect the front of the lens from rain, snow, and dust. To attach the hood, loosen the hood lock knob by turning it counterclockwise. Fit the hood onto the
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    11. Fitting the Lens Cap Reverse the lens hood, slip it over the lens, and tighten the lock knob to fix it in place. Lift the hook and loop fastener, and fit the cap so that the fastener to fix the cap in place as shown. OO Can also be attached to the front of the hood when using the lens. ENG-15
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    12. Case Slot Lid Hinge Strap Keyhole Lever The illustration shows the EF500mm f/4L IS II USM. Put the lens away as follows. Reverse the lens hood, slip it over the lens, and attach the lens cap. Position the tripod mount towards you as shown and place it in the case. Place so that the hood's
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    on the lens. 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. Replacing the Tripod Mount Replacement with the included monopod mount can be done at a Canon Service Center at
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    filter holder with a glass filter is included with the lens. The dropin filter holder can be used fitted with a gelatin filter (sold separately). 47mm 14mm 14mm Circular Polarizing Filter PL-C52(WII) are also available (sold separately). ENG-18
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    16. Extenders (Sold Separately) Lens specifications when using extender EF1.4× II/III or EF2× II/III are as follows. Focal length (mm) Aperture Diagonal Angle of view Vertical Horizontal Maximum magnification (×) EF500mm f/4L IS II USM EF1.4× II/III EF2× II/III 700 1000 f/5.6 - 45 f/8 - 64
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    17. Extension Tubes (Sold Separately) You can attach extension tube EF12 II or EF25 II for magnified shots. The shooting distance and magnification are shown below. EF500mm f/4L IS II USM Focusing Distance Range (mm) Magnification (×) Close distance Long distance Close distance Long distance
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    Weight Hood Lens Cap Case EF500mm f/4L IS II USM EF600mm f/4L IS II USM 500mm weight listed are for the lens only, except as indicated. OO The Close-up Lenses 250D and 500D cannot be attached. OO Aperture settings are specified on the camera. OO All data listed is measured according to Canon
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