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Canon EF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM Instruction

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  • Page 1 EF800mm f/5.6L IS USM Instruction...
  • Page 2 Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. Designed for EOS cameras, the EF800mm f/5.6L IS USM is a high-performance super- telephoto lens equipped with an Image Stabilizer. • "IS" stands for Image Stabilizer. • "USM" stands for Ultrasonic Motor. Features 1.

  • 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) 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 (→...

  • Page 5: Strap Mount

    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: Hood Mount

    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: Af Stop Button

    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

    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 Set Set the focus preset switch to Press the shutter button halfway to focus the distance you want to preset.
  • Page 10 8. 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 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 • In moderately dark areas such as evening scenes. • In locations where flash photography is prohibited such as live performances in theaters.
  • 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

    10. 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 11. 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 (×) • 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, EOS-1D Mark ll N, EOS-1D Mark ll, EOS-1D, EOS-1V/HS, EOS-3 camera, autofocusing with the center focusing point is possible.

  • Page 15: Tripod Mount

    12. 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 5466 51418 EF25 II 4982 24356 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. 800 mm f/5.6...
  • Page 17 CT1-7581-002 © CANON INC. 2008 2009.7...

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