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Canon EF 200mm f/2L IS USM Instruction

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  • Page 1 EF200mm f/2L IS USM Instruction...
  • Page 2 Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. Dedicated to EOS cameras, the EF200mm f/2L IS USM is a high-performance telephoto lens equipped with an Image Stabilizer. • "IS" stands for Image Stabilizer. • "USM" stands for Ultrasonic Motor. Features 1. The Image Stabilizer gives the equivalent effect of a shutter speed five stops faster*.

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    a Safety Precautions a Safety Precautions • Do not look at the sun or a bright light source through the lens or camera. Doing so could result in loss of vision. Looking at the sun directly through the lens is especially hazardous. •...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Nomenclature Focusing ring (→ 5) Hood mount (→ 7) Playback ring (→ 8) AF stop button (→ 7) Image stabilizer mode selector switch (→ 9) Image stabilizer switch (→ 9) Focus preset button (→ 8) Focus preset switch (→ 8) For detailed information, reference page numbers are provided in parentheses Distance scale (→...

  • Page 5: Rubber Ring

    If the rubber ring becomes worn, it is replaceable by a Canon Service Center at cost. Attaching the strap Thread the end of the strap through the strap mount on the lens and then back through the clasp on the strap.

  • Page 6: Focusing Ring

    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.

  • Page 7: Distance Scale

    4. Infinity Compensation Mark Infinity compensation mark Distance index To compensate for shifting of the infinity focus point that results from changes in temperature. The infinity position at normal temperature is the point at which the vertical line of the L mark is aligned with the distance indicator on the distance scale.

  • Page 8: Hood Mount

    6. AF Stop Button 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 mode and continuous shooting, AF will not resume even after you let go of the AF stop button.

  • Page 9: Playback Ring

    8. 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 Set the focus preset switch to Press the shutter button halfway to focus the distance you want to preset.
  • Page 10 9. Image Stabilizer Settings You can use the image stabilizer in AF or MF mode. Set the STABILIZER switch • If you are not going to use the image stabilizer function, set the switch to Select the stabilizer mode. • MODE 1: Corrects vibrations in all directions.
  • Page 11 10. Tips on Using the Image Stabilizer The image stabilizer in this lens is effective for hand-held shots under the following conditions. ● MODE 1 • 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.
  • Page 12 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 are taking pictures using the Bulb setting (long exposures). If the STABILIZER switch is set to , the image stabilizer function may introduce errors.

  • Page 13: Drop-In Filter

    11. Drop-In Filters The lens comes with the drop-in Gelatin Filter Holder 52 holding a glass filter. The holder accepts commercially-available gelatin filters. Removing and Installing To remove the drop-in filter, press in the left and right lock buttons and pull the filter holder straight up out of the slot.
  • Page 14 12. Extenders (Sold separately) With Extender EF1.4X ll or EF2X ll attached, the lens specifications will change as follows: Item Focal length (mm) Aperture Diagonal Angle of view Vertical Horizontal Maximum magnification (×) • First attach the Extender to the lens, then attach the lens to the camera. Detach it from the camera in the reverse order.

  • Page 15: Tripod Mount

    13. Extension Tubes You can attach Extension Tube EF12 II or EF25 II for magnified shots. The shooting distance and magnification are shown below. Camera-to-Subject Distance (mm) Near EF12 II 1380 3397 EF25 II 1092 1716 Manual focusing is recommended for accurate focusing.

  • Page 16: Specifications

    • The size and weight listed are for the lens only, except as indicated. • Closeup Lenses 250D/500D cannot be attached. • Aperture settings are specified on the camera. • All data listed is measured according to Canon standards. • Product specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice. 200 mm f/2...
  • Page 17 CT1-7580-003 © CANON INC. 2008 2009.7...

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