Canon EF 200-400mm f/4L IS USM Extender 1.4X User manual

Instructions
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EF200-400mm f/4L IS USM Extender 1.4x
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Thank you for purchasing a Canon product.
Equipped with a 1.4x internal extender and Image
Stabilizer, the Canon EF200-400mm f/4L IS USM
Extender 1.4x 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 internal 1.4x extender. (The
extender switch lever allows you to change the
focal distance of the lens to either 1x or 1.4x.)
2. The Image Stabilizer gives the equivalent effect
of a shutter speed four stops* faster.
Also, a third Image Stabilizer mode effective for
shooting irregularly moving subjects.
3. Use of uorite and UD lens elements giving
superior denition.
4. SWC (Subwavelength Structure Coating)
reduces are and ghosting.
5. Using a uorine coating on the foremost and
rearmost lens surfaces allows adhered dirt to be
removed more easily than before.
6. Ultrasonic motor (USM) for fast, quiet autofocus.
7. Manual focusing is available after the subject
comes into focus in autofocus mode (ONE
SHOT AF).
8. An AF stop button to pause autofocus whenever
desired.
9. A power focus mode enables smooth focus
change.
10. A focus preset function for advance storage
of focusing positions in memory to allow
instantaneous focusing.
11. Circular aperture for producing beautiful
softfocus images.
12. Can be used with EF1.4x III/EF2x III extenders.
13. Attachment slot provided for wire-type security
lock, located under the cover for the orientation
locking knob.
14. Tight seal structure ensures excellent dustproof
and drip-proof performance.
15. Designed for lighter weight with parts made of
magnesium alloy.
* Based on [1/focal length] second.
Generally, it requires a shutter speed [1/focal length]
second or faster to prevent camera shake.
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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.
 When the lens is mounted on a camera, be sure to
also hold the camera by the lens, including when
mounting on a tripod. Only holding by the camera
could result in scratches on the camera body or the
lens itself. The lens may also detach from its mount
and fall, causing injury.
 Do not use a strap attached to the camera. The mount
may break, resulting in the lens falling off and causing
injury or in scratches on the camera. Be sure to use
the camera with a dedicated strap attached correctly to
the strap mount on the lens.
 Do not stand on top of the lens case. You may fall and
injure yourself.
 Do not pile lens cases on top of one another as they
may fall and cause injury.
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.
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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.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
Safety Precautions
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
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Nomenclature
 For detailed information, reference page numbers are provided in parentheses (→ **).
Distance scale (→ 18)
Orientation locking knob (→ 21)
Security slot (covered) (→ 21)
Extender switch lock (→ 15)
Extender switch lever (→ 15)
Drop-in lter (→ 22)
Tripod mount (→ 21)
Strap mount (→ 5)
Contacts (→ 5)
Focus mode switch (→ 6)
Image stabilizer mode selector switch (→ 12)
Zoom ring (→ 11)
Focusing ring (→ 6)
Focus preset switch (→ 8) Focusing distance range
selector switch (→ 6)
Focus preset button (→ 8)
Image stabilizer switch (→ 12)
Rubber ring (→ 5)
Lens mount index
(→ 5)
AF stop button
(→ 7)
Hood mount (→ 18)
Playback ring
(→ 10)
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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.
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. Pull the strap tight and check
that there is no slack in the clasp.
 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.
To shoot in power focus (PF) mode, set the
focus mode switch to PF when the focus preset
switch (p. 8) is at OFF.
Operating the playback ring enables focus
change at a set speed. This is a useful feature
for changing focus when shooting movies.
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 (2 m/6.56 ft. - ∞)
2. 2 m/6.56 ft. - 6 m/19.69 ft.
3. 6 m/19.69 ft. - ∞
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4. AF Stop Button
The AF stop function also works in AI Servo AF
mode.
Angle positioning of the AF stop button is
adjustable by a Canon Service Center at cost.
 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. Press the shutter
release button halfway to resume AF.
 With the EOS A2/A2E/5 and 10S/10 set to the
Sports mode, AF will not resume even after you
let go of the AF stop button. Press the shutter
release button halfway to resume AF.
 You can change the functions of the AF stop
button using the camera’s Custom Function. For
details, please refer to the camera’s instructions.
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.
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5. 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 any of the AF, PF, and MF modes.
< How to Set >
Press the focus preset
button.
 The focused distance will be
preset.
 If the focus preset switch was
set to , the beeper will
sound once.
Press the shutter button
halfway to focus the
distance you want to
preset.
Set the focus preset switch
to ON or .
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Focus Preset
 After the focus distance has been preset, turning
the playback ring to a different zoom position or
changing the internal extender setting will result
in an out of focus picture. Therefore, use the
focus preset function after zooming is completed
and the internal extender has been set.
 The focus preset function will not operate for a
few seconds after setting the internal extender
(the amount of time varies depending on the
camera used).
 After setting the internal extender, please press
the shutter button halfway before setting or using
the focus preset.
 When turning the playback ring, keep your nger
away from the shutter button. In One-Shot AF
mode, the exposure will be locked when you
press the shutter button halfway and focus is
achieved. So if you press the shutter button
halfway while turning the playback ring, the
exposure may not be correct.
 When not using the focus preset, set the switch
to OFF.
 The focus preset function will not work while a
Live View image is displayed on the camera.*
By turning the playback ring to the left or right,
the focus shifts as far as the preset distance.
Focus will shift freely released of AF focusing
while the playback ring is still turned.
 If the focus preset switch was set to , the beeper
will sound twice.
Setting the focus mode switch to power focus
(PF) when using the lens with the EOS-1D X,
EOS 5D Mark III, or EOS REBEL T4i/650D
enables focus change at a slow set speed
during movie shooting. Also, you can make a
2-step change in focus shift speed depending on
the angle that the playback ring is rotated to.
* Not applicable to the EOS-1D X, EOS 5D Mark III, or
EOS REBEL T4i/650D
In the following cases, the focusing distance scale
(p. 18) will move slightly. It will not affect the image.
• When you press the focus preset button.
• When you turn the playback ring.
< How to Focus at the Preset Distance >
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6. Power Focus (PF) Mode
Using the playback ring enables smooth focus change.
This is a useful feature for changing focus when shooting movies.
When the playback ring is rotated in a certain direction, focus changes in the same direction as
when the focusing ring is rotated.
You can make a 2-step change in focus shift speed depending on the angle that the playback ring is
rotated to.
With the focus preset switch set to OFF, set the focus mode
switch to PF.
Rotate the playback ring to
change the focus.
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7. Zooming
To zoom, rotate the zoom ring.
Be sure to nish zooming before focusing. Zooming
after focusing can affect the focus.
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8. Image Stabilizer
You can use the image stabilizer in AF, PF, or MF mode.
Also, the Image Stabilizer can be used regardless of the internal extender setting (either 1x or 1.4x).
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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9. 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
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
The image stabilizer for this lens is effective for hand-held shots in the following conditions.
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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 OFF when you
are taking pictures using the Bulb setting (long
exposures). If the STABILIZER switch is set to ON,
the image stabilizer function may introduce errors.
 The Image Stabilizer might not be fully effective
in the following cases:
• You shoot from a violently moving vehicle.
• You move the camera dramatically for a
panning shot in Mode 1.
 The Image Stabilizer consumes more power
than normal shooting, so fewer shots can be
taken if you use the function.
 The image stabilizer operates for about two
seconds even when your nger is off the
shutter button. Do not remove the lens while
the stabilizer is in operation. This will cause a
malfunction.
 With the EOS-1V/HS, 3, ELAN 7E/ELAN
7/30/33, ELAN 7NE/ELAN 7N/30V/33V, ELAN II/
ELAN II E/50/50E, REBEL 2000/300, IX, IX Lite/
IX7, and D30, the Image Stabilizer will not work
during self-timer operation.
 Please refer to the Camera/Extender Compatibility
Chart (p.25) for information regarding IS operation
when using external extenders.
 Using a tripod also stabilizes the image.
However, depending on the kind of tripod and
shooting conditions, sometimes it may be better
to turn off the Image Stabilizer function.
 The stabilizer is equally effective for hand-
held photography and photography with a
monopod. The Image Stabilizer effect may be
reduced, however, depending on the shooting
environment.
 Depending on the camera there may be image
shake, such as after releasing the shutter.
However, this does not affect shooting.
 If you set the camera’s Custom Function to
change the assigned button to operate the AF,
the Image Stabilizer will operate when you press
the newly assigned AF button.
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10. Internal Extender Switch
The extender switch lever allows you to set the focal distance of the lens to 1.4x.
Slide the extender switch
lock toward the front of the
lens.
 This allows the extender
switch lever to move.
Use the extender switch
lever to select a focal
distance of either 1x or 1.4x.
 This allows you to change the
focal distance of the lens to
either 1x or 1.4x.
Slide the extender switch
lock toward the back of the
lens.
 This locks the extender switch
lever in place.
The extender switch lock prevents the extender switch lever from being moved inadvertently. It does not
secure the switch lever to the side edge. Be sure to use the lock even when the switch lever is set at 1x in
order to prevent it from being moved inadvertently.
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The internal extender installed in this lens can only be used under certain conditions depending
on the type of EOS camera used. Please use the information below to determine which group
your camera belongs to and follow the applicable instructions before use.
•Group 1 cameras
EOS-1Ds Mark III, EOS-1Ds Mark II, EOS-1Ds, EOS-1D Mark IV, EOS-1D Mark III,
EOS-1D Mark II N, EOS-1D Mark II, EOS-1D, EOS 5D, EOS 5D Mark II, EOS 7D, EOS 60D, EOS 50D,
EOS 40D, EOS 30D, EOS REBEL T3i/600D, EOS REBEL T2i/550D,
EOS REBEL T1i/500D, EOS REBEL XSi/450D, EOS REBEL T3/1100D, EOS REBEL XS/1000D, EOS
DIGITAL REBEL XTi/400D DIGITAL, EOS-1V/HS, EOS-3
•Group 2 cameras
Any EOS camera which is not listed in Group 1
When using the lens with Group 1 cameras
 When using the lens with Group 1 cameras
The internal extender switch can only be moved when shooting with the viewnder while the camera and lens
are not in operation. Not doing so may prevent the camera or lens from working properly*. (p.17)
 When using the lens with Group 2 cameras
The internal extender switch can be moved regardless of shooting style setting (shooting with the viewnder,
Live View shooting, and movie shooting) by pressing the shutter button halfway while the camera and lens
are not in operation. Not doing so may prevent the camera or lens from working properly*. (p.17)
* There are times when an error message will be displayed and shooting operation is prevented.
If this occurs, please turn the camera OFF and then ON.
Although shooting is possible, the AF function may not work properly. Also, there are times when images
will not be processed correctly by the camera’s internal image correction function or by DPP software since
accurate lens information is not recorded.
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Precautions for Using the Internal Extender
 Please do not move the internal extender switch in any of the following situations or when the camera
is in operation. Doing so will cause the camera or lens to malfunction.
•When the shutter button is pressed half way down. (not applicable to Group 2 cameras)
•When the shutter button is pressed all the way down.
•When the lens or camera is in operation (during Auto Focus, Image Stabilization*, exposure,
continuous shooting, use of the focus preset, power focus operation, etc.).
•When the camera is set to Live View shooting. (not applicable to Group 2 cameras)
•When the camera is set to Movie Shooting. (not applicable to Group 2 cameras)
If you have moved the internal extender switch in any of the situations listed above, please be sure
to turn the camera OFF. Then, move the switch back to the correct position when the viewnder is
activated, and when the camera and lens are not in operation.
 When moving the internal extender switch, please wait around two seconds before switching to
different shooting styles (shooting with the viewnder, Live View shooting, and movie shooting). Not
doing so may result in an error message being displayed (ERR01) and prevent shooting operation.
Turn the camera OFF and then ON to clear the error message.
 Be sure that the extender switch lever is positioned correctly. Not positioning the lever correctly will
create shadows in images and cause AF, AE, and other functions to not work properly.
 When set to 1.4x, the amount of light is reduced where the focal length was extended (the f-number
becomes one step darker). Therefore, please adjust the exposure after switching to the 1.4x setting.
 The focus position may be altered due to changing the internal extender setting. Therefore, please
adjust the focus after changing the internal extender setting.
 When the internal extender setting is changed, the camera will display an aperture value between f/4
and f/5.6 (maximum aperture). However, the aperture value displayed will not change when the lens
is not in operation or when the lens shuts down in order to save power. When this occurs, the correct
aperture value can be displayed by pressing the shutter button halfway to reactivate the lens.
* The Image Stabilizer will remain in operation for around two seconds after lifting your nger off of the shutter button.
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12. Hood
The special hoods that come with all these
lenses cut out unwanted light and protect the
front of the lens from rain, snow, and dust.
To attach the hood, loosen the hood lock knob
by turning it counterclockwise. Fit the hood onto
the lens’s hood mount, and tighten the lock knob
to x it in place. Use the same procedure, in
reverse, to remove the hood.
11. Innity Compensation
Mark
For accurate focusing in MF on subjects at innity
distance, look through the viewnder or at the
camera’s LCD display while rotating the focusing
ring.
To compensate for shifting of the innity focus
point that results from changes in temperature.
The innity position at normal temperature is the
point at which the vertical line of the distance
scale L mark is aligned with the distance index.
Innity compensation mark
Distance index
Lock knob
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13. Fitting the Lens Cap
With the lock knob at the
opening in the cap, close
the fastener to x the cap in
place as shown.
 Can also be attached to the
front of the hood when using
the lens.
Lift the hook and loop
fastener, and t the cap so
that the lock knob rides up
the slot in the cap.
Reverse the lens hood, slip
it over the lens, and tighten
the lock knob to x it in
place.
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