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Related Manuals for Canon EF28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USM
Summary of Contents for Canon EF28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USM
- Page 1 EF28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USM Instruction...
- Page 2 Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. The Canon EF28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USM lens is a powerful high-performance zoom lens for EOS cameras equipped with an Image Stabilizer, and covering a wide range of focal lengths from wide angle to telephoto.
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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 Hood mount (→ 12) Filter mounting thread (→ 12) Zoom ring (→ 6) Focusing ring (→ 5) Tripod mount (→ 11) Orientation lock knob (→ 11) For detailed information, reference page numbers are provided in parentheses Zoom touch adjustment ring (→ 6) Zoom position index (→... -
Page 5: Rubber Ring
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... -
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: Zoom Ring
4. Zooming Move the zoom ring forward or backward to zoom. • Be sure to finish zooming before focusing. Zooming after focusing can affect the focus. • To prevent unintended zooming when not shooting, be careful not to set the zooming touch too loose. - Page 8 6. 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 9 7. Tips on Using the Image Stabilizer The image stabilizer in this lens is effective for hand-held shots under the following conditions. ● MODE 1 • In semi-darkened areas such as indoors or outdoors at night. • In locations where flash photography is prohibited, such as art museums and theater stages.
- Page 10 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 taking pictures using the Bulb setting (long exposures). If the STABILIZER switch is set to the image stabilizer function may introduce errors.
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Page 11: Distance Scale
8. 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 12: Tripod Mount
10. Using the Tripod Mount Adjusting the Revolving Mount You can loosen the orientation lock-knob on the tripod mount to allow it to rotate as needed to fit a particular camera model for switching between vertical and horizontal positions. Detaching Use the following procedures to remove and attach the tripod mount. -
Page 13: Filter Mounting Thread
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). • To adjust the polarizing filter, first remove the lens hood. - Page 14 13. 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 28mm EF12 II 300mm 7594 28mm Incompatible EF25 II 300mm 3730 Manual focusing is recommended for accurate focusing.
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Page 15: Specifications
• Aperture settings are specified on the camera. The camera automatically compensates for variations in the aperture setting when the camera is zoomed in or out. • All data listed is measured according to Canon standards. • Product specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice. - Page 16 CT1-7552-008 © CANON INC. 2004 2009.7...