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Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. The Canon EF24mm f/1.4L II USM lens is a high-performance wide-angle lens designed for EOS cameras. ¡“USM” stands for Ultrasonic Motor. Conventions used in this instruction Warning to prevent lens or camera malfunction or damage.
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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. •...
The lens mount has a rubber ring for enhanced water- and dust-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. ENG-4...
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.
4. Infrared Index The infrared index corrects the focus setting when using monochrome infrared film. Focus on the subject manually, then adjust the distance setting by moving the focusing ring to the corresponding infrared index mark. Some EOS cameras cannot use infrared film. See the instructions for your EOS camera.
7. 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 (77mm). ENG-7...
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8. Extension Tubes (Sold separately) You can attach Extension Tube EF12 II for magnified shots. The shooting distance and magnification are shown below. Camera-to-Subject Distance (mm) Near EF12 II ¡The Extension Tube EF25 II cannot be used with the lens. ¡Manual focusing is recommended for accurate focusing.
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¡The EF1.4X II/EF2X II extenders cannot be used with this lens. ¡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. 24 mm f/1.4...