Canon EF100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM User manual

EF100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM
Instructions
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Thank you for purchasing a Canon product.
Equipped with an Image Stabilizer, the Canon
EF100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM is a high-
performance telephoto zoom lens, for use with EOS
cameras.
 “IS” stands for Image Stabilizer.
 “USM” stands for Ultrasonic Motor.
Features
1. Equipped with an Image Stabilizer that provides
an image stabilization effect equivalent to a
shutter speed 4 stops* faster (when the focal
length is set to 400 mm and when used with the
EOS-1D X).
Also, a third Image Stabilizer mode effective for
shooting irregularly moving subjects.
2. Use of uorite and Super UD lens elements
giving superior denition.
3. ASC (Air Sphere Coating) reduces are and
ghosting.
4. Using a uorine coating on the foremost and
rearmost lens surfaces allows adhered dirt to be
removed more easily than before.
5. Ultrasonic motor (USM) for fast, quiet autofocus.
6. Manual focusing is available after the subject
comes into focus in autofocus mode (ONE
SHOT AF).
7. Operational feel of the zoom ring can be
adjusted.
8. Hood features circular polarizing lter adjustment
window which allows adjustment of the circular
polarizing lter while the hood is attached to the
lens.
9. A tripod mount can be attached to the lens.
10. Circular aperture for producing beautiful
softfocus images.
11. Can be used with EF1.4x III/EF2x III extenders.
12. Tight seal structure provides excellent dustproof
and drip-proof performance. However, it is
unable to provide complete protection from dust
and moisture.
* Image stabilization performance based on CIPA
(Camera & Imaging Products Association) Standards.
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Safety Precautions
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.
 Do not point the lens or camera at the sun or
photograph it. This is because the lens concentrates
the sun’s rays even when the sun is outside the image
area or when shooting with backlight, which could
cause malfunction or fire.
 Whether it is attached to the camera or not, do
not leave the lens under the sun without the
lens cap attached. This is to prevent the lens from
concentrating the sun’s rays, which could cause a re.
Conventions used in this instruction
Warning to prevent lens or camera malfunction
or damage.
Supplementary notes on using the lens and
taking pictures.
Handling Cautions
 If the lens is taken from a cold environment into a
warm one, condensation may develop on the lens
surface and internal parts. To prevent condensation
in this case, rst put the lens into an airtight plastic bag
before taking it from a cold to warm environment. Then
take out the lens after it has warmed gradually. Do the
same when taking the lens from a warm environment
into a cold one.
 Do not leave the lens in excessive heat such as in a
car in direct sunlight. High temperatures can cause
the lens to malfunction.
 When the lens is mounted on a camera, it is
recommended that you also hold the camera by the
lens, including when mounting it on a tripod.
Usage Precautions
 When using this lens, please check the Canon website
for the latest camera rmware. If the camera’s rmware
is not the latest version, be sure to update to the latest
rmware.
 For details on updating rmware, please check the
Canon website.
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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 modications to the equipment
unless otherwise specied in the instructions. If such
changes or modications should be made, you could be
required to stop operation of the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
Safety Precautions
CAN ICES-3 (B) / NMB-3 (B)
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Nomenclature
 For detailed information, reference page numbers are provided in parentheses (→ **).
Focusing ring (→ 6)
Distance scale (→ 11)
Lens mount index (→ 5)
Rubber ring (→ 5)
Contacts (→ 5)
Tripod mount
attachment foot (→ 14)
Image stabilizer mode
selector switch (→ 8)
Image stabilizer
switch (→ 8)
Tripod mount ring (→ 14)
Tripod mount (→ 14)
Zoom ring (→ 7)
Hood mount (→ 12)
Filter mounting
thread (→ 18)
Orientation locking knob (→ 15)
Zoom touch adjustment ring (→ 7)
Focusing distance range selector switch
(→ 6)
Focus mode switch
(→ 6)
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1. Mounting and Detaching the Lens
See your camera’s instructions for details on
mounting and detaching the lens. The lens mount has a rubber ring for enhanced
dust- and water-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.
 After detaching the lens, place the lens with
the rear end up to prevent the lens surface and
contacts from getting scratched.
 If the contacts get soiled, scratched, or have
ngerprints on them, corrosion or faulty
connections can result. The camera and lens
may not operate properly.
 If the contacts get soiled or have ngerprints on
them, clean them with a soft cloth.
 If you remove the lens, cover it with the dust
cap. To attach it properly, align the lens mount
index and the  index of the dust cap as shown
in the diagram, and turn clockwise. To remove it,
reverse the order.
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2. Setting the Focus Mode
3. Switching the Focusing
Distance Range
After autofocusing in ONE SHOT AF mode, focus
manually by pressing the shutter button halfway
and turning the focusing ring. (Full-time manual
focus)
To shoot in autofocus (AF) mode, set the focus
mode switch to AF.
To shoot in manual focus (MF) mode, set the
focus mode switch to MF, and focus by turning
the focusing ring. The focusing ring always
works, regardless of the focus mode.
You can set the focusing distance range with a
switch. By setting a suitable focusing distance
range, the actual autofocusing time will be
shorter.
Ranges
1. FULL (0.98 m/3.22 ft. - ∞)
2. 3 m/9.84 ft. - ∞
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4. Zooming and Adjusting Zooming Resistance
To zoom, rotate the zoom ring.
The operational feel (tightness) of the zoom ring
can be adjusted as desired. Turn the adjustment
ring towards the word SMOOTH to reduce the
zooming touch, or towards TIGHT to increase it.
 Be sure to nish zooming before focusing.
Zooming after focusing can affect the focus.
Especially for shooting distances shorter than 3
m / 9.8 ft., zooming to another focal length will
greatly change the focus.
 To prevent unintended zooming when not
shooting, we recommend turning the adjustment
ring towards the word TIGHT until it stops.
Zoom touch adjustment ring
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5. Image Stabilizer
You can use the image stabilizer in AF or MF mode.
Set the STABILIZER switch
to ON.
 If you are not going to use the
image stabilizer function, set
the switch to OFF.
Select the stabilizer mode.
 MODE 1: Corrects vibrations in
all directions. It is mainly effective
for shooting still subjects.
 MODE 2: Corrects vertical
camera shake during
following shots in a horizontal
direction, and corrects
horizontal camera shake
during following shots in a
vertical direction.
 MODE 3: Corrects vibration
only during exposure. During
panning shots, corrects vibration
during exposure only in one
direction the same as MODE 2.
First press the shutter
button down halfway, then
press down all the way to
take the picture.
 MODE 1, 2: Press the
shutter button down halfway
to stabilize the image in
the viewnder and enable
stabilization.
 MODE 3: Press the shutter
down halfway to initiate
computation of stabilization,
then press down all the way
to enable stabilization.
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6. Tips on Using the Image Stabilizer
 In semi-darkened areas such as indoors or
outdoors at night.
 In locations where ash photography is
prohibited, such as art museums and theater
stages.
 In situations where your footing is uncertain.
 In situations where fast shutter settings
cannot be used.
 When panning subjects in motion.
 MODE 3
 Since camera shake is stabilized only during
exposure, following a subject is easier such
as when shooting a fast and irregularly
moving player during sports photography.
 MODE 1  MODE 2
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The image stabilizer for this lens is effective for hand-held shots in the following conditions.
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