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Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. Canon RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z is a Camera Firmware large aperture telephoto zoom lens for use with EOS R series cameras. Please use the latest version of firmware with the camera in use. For details on whether the firmware is “IS”...
Safety Precautions Precautions to ensure that the camera is used Details pertaining to risks that may Caution safely. Read these precautions thoroughly. Make result in injury or damage to other sure all details are observed in order to prevent objects. Do not leave the product in places exposed to risks and injury to the user and other people.
General Precautions Handling Precautions Do not leave the product in excessive heat such as in a car in direct sunlight. High temperatures can cause the product to malfunction. If the lens is taken from a cold environment into a warm one, condensation may develop on the lens surface and internal parts.
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the instructions.
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Detaching the Lens Turn the lens counterclockwise while pressing Rubber rings can be replaced at a Canon the camera’s lens release button. Detach the Service Center. (chargeable) lens once it has stopped turning.
2. Setting the Focus Mode Focus mode switch Quickly turning the focusing ring may result in delayed focus. The lens’ focusing ring is electronic. With a camera capable of electronic full-time manual focus, manual focusing is always possible while the camera is operable. However, this requires a change in camera settings.
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3. Setting the Focusing 4. Zooming Distance Range To zoom, turn the lens’ zoom ring. Focusing distance range selector switch Be sure to finish zooming before focusing. Zooming after focusing can affect the focus. You can set the focusing distance range with a Blurring may temporarily occur if the zoom ring is switch.
There are cases in which the sound of control ring operations may be recorded when shooting movies. The clicking sensation of the control ring can be removed by the Canon Service Center. (chargeable) The focus ring can be used as the control ring by changing the camera settings*. However, when the focus ring is used as the control ring, the original control ring operation will be disabled.
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6. Manual/ Auto Aperture Operation The aperture value can be set using the iris ring. At the time of shipment, it is set to auto aperture operation. Iris ring lock release switch Iris ring Manual aperture operation Auto aperture operation While sliding the iris ring lock release switch While sliding the iris ring lock release switch in the direction of the arrow, turn the iris ring...
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Manual/ Auto Aperture Operation For manual aperture operation with the iris ring, the actual aperture value may vary from the aperture value displayed on the camera. Some cameras *¹ *², have the following limitations. • The iris ring cannot be used to set the aperture value when shooting still images. •...
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7. Lens Function Buttons (AF Stop Buttons) In the default settings, the lens function button Use as a AF stop button serves as a AF stop button. You can assign During autofocus operation, you can press an different functions to the button from the AF stop button to temporarily pause autofocus, [Customize buttons] section of the camera.
8. Image Stabilizer Image stabilization corrects vibrations that occurs with hand-held shots. Image stabilizer switch Image stabilizer mode selector switch Set the STABILIZER switch to ON. Select an Image Stabilizer mode according to the application and shooting conditions. The Image Stabilizer will work in combination with cameras with in-body Image Stabilizer.
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Image Stabilizer The Image Stabilizer for this lens is suited to hand-held shots in the following conditions. MODE 1 Shooting still subjects In semi-darkened areas such as indoors or outdoors at night. In locations where a flash cannot be used, such as art museums and theater stages.
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Image Stabilizer The Image Stabilizer cannot compensate for a blurred shot caused by a subject that moved. The Image Stabilizer might not be fully effective in the following conditions: • Large shake or fast vibration • Panning in MODE 1 If using a camera that allows you to change the shutter mode setting, [Elec.
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9. Hood The custom lens hood reduces unwanted light that causes flare and ghosting and protects the front of the lens from rain, snow, and dust. Attachment position mark Red dot Button Red dot Red dot Detaching the Hood Attachment position mark Stop position mark Keep your finger pressed down on the button Attaching the Hood...
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Hood The hood features a filter adjustment window which, when opened, allows the user to adjust the circular polarizing filter while the hood is attached to the lens. Filter Adjustment Window Filter adjustment window Circular polarizing filter Adjust the circular polarizing filter via the Open the filter adjustment window which is open filter adjustment window.
10. Using the Tripod Mount A tripod or monopod attaches to the tripod Attaching the Tripod Mount mount on the lens. Slide the tripod mount in the direction indicated by arrow ④ until you hear a click. Tripod mount attachment foot Rotate the tripod mount knob in the direction indicated by arrow ②...
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Using the Tripod Mount Adjusting the Tripod Mount By loosening the orientation locking knob, you can rotate the camera to set the image for any vertical or horizontal position. ENG-19...
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11. Extenders (Sold separately) Use an extender RF1.4× or RF2× to shoot a larger image of a subject. Lens specifications when using an extender are as follows. RF1.4x WIDE TELE RF2x WIDE TELE Focal length (mm) Focal length (mm) Aperture f/4-f/32 f/4-f/32 Aperture...
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12. Lens holder LH-E1 (sold separately) For stable shooting, using the Canon lens holder LH-E1 (sold separately) attached to the lens and fixed to the rig (rod) is recommended. Lens holder/thumb rest attachment holes Lens holder Hole to attach the rig (rod) Attaching the lens holder Use the hex key to attach the lens holder to the lens holder/thumb rest attachment holes.
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13. Filters (Sold separately) 14. POWER ZOOM ADAPTER (sold separately) You can attach filters (ø82) to the filter mounting thread on the front of the lens. The Power Zoom Adapter PZ-E2, PZ-E2B can be attached to this lens in order to perform motorized zooming.
Specifications Exterior color White Black Focal Length/Aperture 70-200mm f/2.8 Lens Construction 15 groups, 18 elements Maximum Aperture f/2.8 Minimum Aperture f/22 Angle of View Horizontal: 29° - 10°, Vertical: 19°30′ - 7°, Diagonal: 34° - 12° Min. Focusing Distance 0.49 m/1.61 ft. (at 70 mm), 0.68 m/2.23 ft. (at 200 mm) Max.
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The maximum diameter, length and weight listed are for the lens itself only. Close-up Lens 250D/500D cannot be attached because there is no size that fits the lens. All data listed is measured according to Canon standards. Product specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice.
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