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Camera Firmware Please use the latest version of firmware with EOS R series cameras. ENG-1 Supplementary notes on updating the firmware, please check the Canon website. Thank you for Image Stabilizer. zz"IS" stands for purchasing a Canon product. For details on whether the firmware is a telephoto zoom lens for use . Canon RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM is the latest version or not, and for Ultrasonic Motor. zz"USM" stands for details on using the lens and taking pictures. Conventions...
Camera Firmware Please use the latest version of firmware with EOS R series cameras. ENG-1 Supplementary notes on updating the firmware, please check the Canon website. Thank you for Image Stabilizer. zz"IS" stands for purchasing a Canon product. For details on whether the firmware is a telephoto zoom lens for use . Canon RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM is the latest version or not, and for Ultrasonic Motor. zz"USM" stands for details on using the lens and taking pictures. Conventions...
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... ensure that the camera is firmly tightened. Make sure all details are observed in injury. This may result in the sun without the lens cap attached. ENG-2 Read these precautions thoroughly. zz Do not leave a lens in death or serious injury. The product may concentrate entering sunlight...zz Do not insert your hand or fingers into the product. Warning Details pertaining to risks that may result in order to prevent risks and injury to the user and other people. zz When using a tripod, please use one that the lock knob on the tripod mount is used safely. zz Make sure ...
... ensure that the camera is firmly tightened. Make sure all details are observed in injury. This may result in the sun without the lens cap attached. ENG-2 Read these precautions thoroughly. zz Do not leave a lens in death or serious injury. The product may concentrate entering sunlight...zz Do not insert your hand or fingers into the product. Warning Details pertaining to risks that may result in order to prevent risks and injury to the user and other people. zz When using a tripod, please use one that the lock knob on the tripod mount is used safely. zz Make sure ...
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... the lens surface and internal parts. General Precautions Handling Precautions zz Do not leave the product in excessive heat such as in a car in your camera's instruction manual. High temperatures can cause the product to warm environment. To prevent condensation in this does not indicate a defect or failure, and will not cause any lens related handling precautions listed in...
... the lens surface and internal parts. General Precautions Handling Precautions zz Do not leave the product in excessive heat such as in a car in your camera's instruction manual. High temperatures can cause the product to warm environment. To prevent condensation in this does not indicate a defect or failure, and will not cause any lens related handling precautions listed in...
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... otherwise specified in a residential installation. Do not make any interference received, including interference that interference will not occur in a particular installation. This equipment has been tested and found to which the receiver is no guarantee that may cause undesired operation. CAN ICES-3 (B) /... on a circuit different from that to comply with Part 15 of the equipment. This device complies with the limits for help. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may not cause...
... otherwise specified in a residential installation. Do not make any interference received, including interference that interference will not occur in a particular installation. This equipment has been tested and found to which the receiver is no guarantee that may cause undesired operation. CAN ICES-3 (B) /... on a circuit different from that to comply with Part 15 of the equipment. This device complies with the limits for help. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may not cause...
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... position indicator (→ 15) Horizontal position indicator (→ 15) Zoom ring lock lever (→ 8) Rubber ring (→ 6) Filter mounting thread (→ 16) Focus mode switch (→ 7) Image stabilizer switch (→ 10) Image stabilizer mode selector switch (→ 10) Focusing ring (→ 7) Lock knob (→ 15) Contacts (→ 6) Lens mount (→ 6) Lens mount index (→ 6) Control ring (→ 9) Tripod mount (→ 15) zzFor detailed information, reference page numbers are provided in parentheses (→ **). ENG-5
... position indicator (→ 15) Horizontal position indicator (→ 15) Zoom ring lock lever (→ 8) Rubber ring (→ 6) Filter mounting thread (→ 16) Focus mode switch (→ 7) Image stabilizer switch (→ 10) Image stabilizer mode selector switch (→ 10) Focusing ring (→ 7) Lock knob (→ 15) Contacts (→ 6) Lens mount (→ 6) Lens mount index (→ 6) Control ring (→ 9) Tripod mount (→ 15) zzFor detailed information, reference page numbers are provided in parentheses (→ **). ENG-5
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... cap mount indexes are scratched, soiled, or have no effect on them with the rear end up and attach the dust cap to OFF when attaching or detaching the lens. 1. zzSet the camera's power switch to prevent the lens surface and contacts from the camera. zzAfter detaching the lens, place the lens with a soft cloth. zzRubber rings can be replaced at Canon Service...
... cap mount indexes are scratched, soiled, or have no effect on them with the rear end up and attach the dust cap to OFF when attaching or detaching the lens. 1. zzSet the camera's power switch to prevent the lens surface and contacts from the camera. zzAfter detaching the lens, place the lens with a soft cloth. zzRubber rings can be replaced at Canon Service...
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... focus mode switch is set the focus mode switch to be changed. zzQuickly turning the focusing ring may temporarily occur if the zoom ring is electronic. To use only manual focusing (MF), set to AF. (Full-time manual focus) However, the camera settings need to MF, and focus by turning the focusing ring. zzThe lens' focusing ring is quickly turned. zzBe sure to the camera's instructions for details. To zoom, turn the lens' zoom ring. Zooming after focusing can affect the focus...
... focus mode switch is set the focus mode switch to be changed. zzQuickly turning the focusing ring may temporarily occur if the zoom ring is electronic. To use only manual focusing (MF), set to AF. (Full-time manual focus) However, the camera settings need to MF, and focus by turning the focusing ring. zzThe lens' focusing ring is quickly turned. zzBe sure to the camera's instructions for details. To zoom, turn the lens' zoom ring. Zooming after focusing can affect the focus...
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This function is convenient for carrying a camera on a strap because it prevents the lens from extending. 1 Turn the zoom ring to the arrow. Fixing the Zoom Ring The zoom ring can be fixed in the direction indicated by the arrow. zzThe zoom ring cannot be fixed to keep the lens at any position other than the widest position. ENG-8 zzTo release the zoom ring, slide the zoom ring lock lever in the direction opposite to the widest position (70 mm). 2 Slide the zoom ring lock lever in place at the shortest point. 4.
This function is convenient for carrying a camera on a strap because it prevents the lens from extending. 1 Turn the zoom ring to the arrow. Fixing the Zoom Ring The zoom ring can be fixed in the direction indicated by the arrow. zzThe zoom ring cannot be fixed to keep the lens at any position other than the widest position. ENG-8 zzTo release the zoom ring, slide the zoom ring lock lever in the direction opposite to the widest position (70 mm). 2 Slide the zoom ring lock lever in place at the shortest point. 4.
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... ft. - ∞) 2. 2.5 m/8.20 ft. - ∞ Control ring The click action of the control ring allows you to use the control ring. By setting a suitable focusing distance range, the actual autofocusing time will be removed by the Canon Service Center. (chargeable) ENG-9 5. Please refer to the camera's instructions for details on how to have a sense of control ring operations may be assigned the functions that are...
... ft. - ∞) 2. 2.5 m/8.20 ft. - ∞ Control ring The click action of the control ring allows you to use the control ring. By setting a suitable focusing distance range, the actual autofocusing time will be removed by the Canon Service Center. (chargeable) ENG-9 5. Please refer to the camera's instructions for details on how to have a sense of control ring operations may be assigned the functions that are...
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... an Image Stabilizer mode according to ON. zzMODE 2: W hen you are not going to use image stabilization, set the image stabilizer switch to OFF. It is suited to shooting moving subjects. Since vibration is corrected only during exposure, It is suited to shooting irregularly moving subjects. zzIf you take a panning shot either horizontally or vertically, corrects vibrations at right angles...
... an Image Stabilizer mode according to ON. zzMODE 2: W hen you are not going to use image stabilization, set the image stabilizer switch to OFF. It is suited to shooting moving subjects. Since vibration is corrected only during exposure, It is suited to shooting irregularly moving subjects. zzIf you take a panning shot either horizontally or vertically, corrects vibrations at right angles...
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... settings cannot be used . MODE 3 Shooting irregularly moving subjects zzPanning shots of vehicles, trains, etc. zzIn semi-darkened areas such as art museums and theater stages. zzPhotography of soccer, basketball, etc. zzIn situations where your footing is suited to hand-...held shots in the following conditions. zzIn locations where the flash cannot be used , such as indoors or outdoors at night. MODE 1 Shooting still subjects MODE 2 Shooting moving subjects zzSports photography of animals ENG-11 Image Stabilizer The Image Stabilizer for this lens is ...
... settings cannot be used . MODE 3 Shooting irregularly moving subjects zzPanning shots of vehicles, trains, etc. zzIn semi-darkened areas such as art museums and theater stages. zzPhotography of soccer, basketball, etc. zzIn situations where your footing is suited to hand-...held shots in the following conditions. zzIn locations where the flash cannot be used , such as indoors or outdoors at night. MODE 1 Shooting still subjects MODE 2 Shooting moving subjects zzSports photography of animals ENG-11 Image Stabilizer The Image Stabilizer for this lens is ...
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ENG-12 Image Stabilizer zzThe Image Stabilizer cannot compensate for a blurred shot caused by a subject that you set the image stabilizer switch to OFF. zzThe Image Stabilizer might not be fully effective in the following conditions: • Large shake or fast vibration • Panning in which the Image Stabilizer effect may be as effective as during hand-held shooting. zzEven with a monopod, the Image Stabilizer will be less effective. However, depending on the shooting conditions, there are cases in MODE 1 zzWhen using a tripod, it is recommended that moved.
ENG-12 Image Stabilizer zzThe Image Stabilizer cannot compensate for a blurred shot caused by a subject that you set the image stabilizer switch to OFF. zzThe Image Stabilizer might not be fully effective in the following conditions: • Large shake or fast vibration • Panning in which the Image Stabilizer effect may be as effective as during hand-held shooting. zzEven with a monopod, the Image Stabilizer will be less effective. However, depending on the shooting conditions, there are cases in MODE 1 zzWhen using a tripod, it is recommended that moved.
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... vignetting (darkening of the perimeter of the picture) may become deformed if the hood is turned with the red dot on the front of the lens, and then turn the hood in the direction of the arrow until the attachment position mark on the hood is aligned with the red dot on the...Attachment position mark Stop position mark Attaching the Hood Align the red attachment position mark on the front of the arrow until you hear a click. Detaching the Hood Keep your finger pressed down on the button located on the lens for storage. The hood can be reverse-mounted on the side of the hood, and then...
... vignetting (darkening of the perimeter of the picture) may become deformed if the hood is turned with the red dot on the front of the lens, and then turn the hood in the direction of the arrow until the attachment position mark on the hood is aligned with the red dot on the...Attachment position mark Stop position mark Attaching the Hood Align the red attachment position mark on the front of the arrow until you hear a click. Detaching the Hood Keep your finger pressed down on the button located on the lens for storage. The hood can be reverse-mounted on the side of the hood, and then...
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ENG-14 zzPlease close the filter adjustment window during shooting. zzDetach the hood when attaching or detaching the circular polarizing filter. Filter Adjustment Window Filter adjustment window Circular polarizing filter 1 Open the filter adjustment window which , when opened, allows the user to adjust the circular polarizing filter while the hood is installed in the hood by sliding it forward. 2 Adjust the circular polarizing filter via the open filter adjustment window. Hood The hood features a filter adjustment window which is attached to the lens.
ENG-14 zzPlease close the filter adjustment window during shooting. zzDetach the hood when attaching or detaching the circular polarizing filter. Filter Adjustment Window Filter adjustment window Circular polarizing filter 1 Open the filter adjustment window which , when opened, allows the user to adjust the circular polarizing filter while the hood is installed in the hood by sliding it forward. 2 Adjust the circular polarizing filter via the open filter adjustment window. Hood The hood features a filter adjustment window which is attached to the lens.
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... into the tripod mounting location on the tripod mount you can rotate the camera and the lens to lens zzWhile pulling the lock knob (⑤), insert the end of the Image By loosening the lock knob on the lens and close the collar (④). 3 Fix tripod mount to switch the image in the direction of the arrow (②) to release the collar (③). 2 Attach tripod mount to lens zzWith the collar open collar until...
... into the tripod mounting location on the tripod mount you can rotate the camera and the lens to lens zzWhile pulling the lock knob (⑤), insert the end of the Image By loosening the lock knob on the lens and close the collar (④). 3 Fix tripod mount to switch the image in the direction of the arrow (②) to release the collar (③). 2 Attach tripod mount to lens zzWith the collar open collar until...
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... filter, use the circular polarizing filter. 11. Filters (Sold separately) You can attach filters to use the Canon Circular Polarizing Filter PL-C B. zzOnly one filter may be attached because there is recommended for details on how to the filter mounting thread on the front of 0.14x to 0.46x. It provides a magnification of the lens. Close-up Lenses (Sold separately) Attaching a 500D (77 mm) Close-up Lens...
... filter, use the circular polarizing filter. 11. Filters (Sold separately) You can attach filters to use the Canon Circular Polarizing Filter PL-C B. zzOnly one filter may be attached because there is recommended for details on how to the filter mounting thread on the front of 0.14x to 0.46x. It provides a magnification of the lens. Close-up Lenses (Sold separately) Attaching a 500D (77 mm) Close-up Lens...
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Focusing Distance Max. Diameter and Length 70-200mm f/2.8 13 groups, 17 elements f/32 Horizontal: 29° - 10°, Vertical: 19° 30' - 7°, Diagonal: 34° - 12° 0.7 ...lens mount surface to the front end of the lens. Magnification Field of View Min. Weight Hood Lens Cap Approx. 1070 g/37.7 oz (excluding a tripod) ET-83F (WIII) E-77 II Case LP1424 zzThe lens length is measured according to change without notice. zzThe size and weight listed are subject to Canon standards. Specifications Focal Length/Aperture Lens Construction Minimum Aperture Angle of View Filter...
Focusing Distance Max. Diameter and Length 70-200mm f/2.8 13 groups, 17 elements f/32 Horizontal: 29° - 10°, Vertical: 19° 30' - 7°, Diagonal: 34° - 12° 0.7 ...lens mount surface to the front end of the lens. Magnification Field of View Min. Weight Hood Lens Cap Approx. 1070 g/37.7 oz (excluding a tripod) ET-83F (WIII) E-77 II Case LP1424 zzThe lens length is measured according to change without notice. zzThe size and weight listed are subject to Canon standards. Specifications Focal Length/Aperture Lens Construction Minimum Aperture Angle of View Filter...