Canon EF500MM F4L IS USM User Manual

EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM  
EF400mm f/2.8L IS USM  
EF500mm f/4L IS USM  
EF600mm f/4L IS USM  
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Instructions  
a Safety Precautions  
• 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.  
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.  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.  
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 fire.  
Conventions used in this instruction  
Warning to prevent lens or camera malfunction  
or damage.  
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.  
Supplementary notes on using the lens and  
taking pictures.  
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment  
unless otherwise specified in the instructions. If such changes r  
modifications should be made, you could be required to stop  
operation of the equipment.  
Attaching the strap  
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:  
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.  
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Nomenclature  
Hood mount (15)  
Focusing ring (5)  
Focusing distance range selector switch (5)  
Distance scale (8, 13)  
Strap mount (2)  
Drop-in filter (16)  
30  
Playback ring  
(8)  
Rubber ring (4)  
2.5m  
2.5m  
AF  
6.4m  
6.4m  
MF  
STABILIZE
AF stop button  
O
FF  
(6)  
Contacts (4)  
ER  
MODE  
1
2
FOCUS PRESET  
SET  
Focus mode switch (5)  
Lens mount index (14)  
Image stabilizer switch (9)  
Focus preset button (7)  
Tripod mount (14)  
Image stabilizer mode selector switch (9)  
Orientation locking knob (14)  
Focus preset switch (7)  
The illustrations used in the explanations in this manual show the EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM, but  
the EF400mm f/2.8L IS USM, the EF500mm f/4L IS USM, and the EF600mm f/4L IS USM are all  
used in the same way.  
For detailed information, reference page numbers are provided in parentheses (**).  
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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  
fingerprints on them, corrosion or faulty  
connections can result. The camera and lens  
may not operate properly.  
If the contacts get soiled or have fingerprints 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  
AF  
MF  
2.5m 6.4m  
2.5m  
AF  
6.4m  
STABILIZER  
ON  
OFF  
MF  
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 an set the focusing distance range with a  
itch. By setting a suitable focusing distance  
range, the actual autofocusing time will be shorter.  
Lens  
Ranges  
2.5 m/8.2 ft. – ∞  
EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM 2.5 m/8.2 ft. – 6.4 m/21.0 ft.  
6.4 m/21.0 ft. – ∞  
After autofocusing in ONE SHOT AF mode, focus  
manually by pressing the shutter button halfway  
and turning the focusing ring. (Full-time manual  
focus)  
3 m/9.8 ft. – ∞  
3 m/9.8 ft. – 10 m/32.8 ft.  
10 m/32.8 ft. – ∞  
4.5 m/14.8 ft. – ∞  
4.5 m/14.8 ft. – 10 m/32.8 ft.  
10 m/32.8 ft. – ∞  
EF400mm f/2.8L IS USM  
EF500mm f/4L IS USM  
5.5 m/18.0 ft. – ∞  
EF600mm f/4L IS USM 5.5 m/18.0 ft. – 16.2 m/53.2 ft.  
16.2 m/53.2 ft. – ∞  
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Switching the Focusing Distance Range  
AF Stop Button  
If you use AF from outside the specified focusing  
distance range, the lens may stop focusing when it  
reaches the limit of the range. This is not a  
malfunction. If this occurs, press the shutter button  
halfway down again.  
The AF stop function also works in AI Servo AF  
mode.  
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.  
4. AF Stop Button  
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 both the AF and MF modes.  
< How to Set >  
1
2
1
2
STABILIZER  
MODE  
STABILIZER  
MODE  
FOCUS PRESET  
FOCUS PRESET  
SET  
SET  
Set the focus preset switch  
to or  
Press the ter button  
halfway to focus the  
Press the focus preset  
button.  
.
distance you want to preset.  
The focused distance will be  
preset.  
If the focus preset switch was  
set to  
, the beeper will  
sound once.  
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Focus Preset  
When turning the playback ring, keep your finger  
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.  
< How to Focus at the Preset Distance >  
When not using the focus preset, set the switch  
to  
.
In the following cases, the focusing distance scale  
will move slightly. It will not affect the image.  
• When you press the focus preset button.  
• When you turn the playback ring.  
While turning the playback ring  
to the left or right, press the  
shutter button completely.  
The lens will focus at the preset  
distance.  
If the focus preset switch was  
set to  
twice.  
, the beeper will sound  
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6. Image Stabilizer  
You can use the image stabilizer in AF or MF mode.  
STABILIZER  
ON  
OFF  
1
2
STABILIZER  
MODE  
1
2
FOCUS PRESET  
STABILIZER  
MODE  
Set the STABILIZER switch  
to ON.  
Select the stabilizer mode.  
Press the shutter button  
down halfway to enable  
stabilization.  
MODE 1: orrcts vibrations  
in all dires. 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.  
If you are not going to use the  
image stabilizer function, set  
the switch to OFF.  
Make sure the image in the  
viewfinder is stable, then  
press the shutter button the  
rest of the way down to take  
the picture.  
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7. Tips on Using the Image Stabilizer  
The image stabilizer for this lens is effective for hand-held shots in the following conditions.  
MODE 1  
MODE 2  
ON  
ON  
OFF  
OFF  
When panning subjects in motion.  
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.  
In situations where your footing is uncertain.  
In situations where fast shutter settings  
cannot be used.  
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Tips on Using the Image Stabilizer  
When you use a tripod, the Image Stabilizer  
should be turned off to save battery power.  
The stabilizer is equally effective for hand-held  
photography and photography with a monopod.  
The Image Stabilizer also operates when the  
lens is used with extension tube EF12 II or EF25  
II or the extender EF1.4× II.  
The Image Stabilizer also operates when the  
EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM or EF400mm f/2.8L IS  
USM is used with the extender EF2× II.  
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.  
You shoot using techniques other than  
following shots in Mode 2.  
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 finger 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.  
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Tips on Using the Image Stabilizer  
8. Infinity Compensation Mark  
Infinity compensation mark  
When using the extender EF2× II with the  
EF500mm f/4L IS USM or EF600mm f/4L IS  
USM, you can use the Image Stabilizer with the  
following cameras: EOS-1Ds Mark III, EOS-1Ds  
Mark II, EOS-1Ds, EOS-1D Mark III, EOS-1D  
Mark II N, EOS-1D Mark II, EOS-1D, EOS 40D,  
30D, 20D, 20Da, 10D, 5D, EOS DIGITAL  
REBEL XSi/EOS 450D, EOS DIGITAL REBEL  
XTi/400D DIGITAL, EOS DIGITAL REBEL  
XT/350D DIGITAL, EOS DIGITAL REBEL/300D  
DIGITAL, EOS D60, D30, EOS DCS1, DCS3,  
D2000, D6000, EOS-1V/HS, EOS-  
1N/DP/HS/RS, 3, ELAN 7E/ELAN 7/30/33,  
ELAN 7NE/ELAN 7N/30V/33V, ELAN II/ELAN II  
E/50/50E, 3000/88, REBEL XS/500, REBEL  
2000/300, REBEL Ti/300V, REBEL T2/300X,  
REBEL K2/3000V, IX, IX Lite/IX7  
ft  
m
30 70  
10 20  
32 32  
Distance index  
To compensate for shifting of the infinity focus  
point that results from changes in temperature.  
The nfinity position at normal temperature is the  
oint at which the vertical line of the L mark is  
aligned with the distance indicator on the  
distance scale.  
For accurate focusing in MF on subjects at infinity  
distance, look through the viewfinder while rotating  
the focusing ring.  
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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9. Depth-of-Field Scale  
ft  
m
30 70  
10 20  
32 32  
The depth of field is the distance in front of and  
behind the plane of focus on the subject that  
appears sharp. The depth of field is indicated by  
the area between the depth-of-field scale lines  
below the distance scale. The numbers on the  
scale are F values.  
The depth-of-field scale is an approximate indicator.  
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10. Using the Tripod Mount  
Adjusting the Tripod Mount  
By loosening the orientation locking knob on the tripod mount you can rotate the camera to set the  
image for any vertical or horizontal position.  
Detaching the Tripod Mount (EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM only)  
First remove the lens from the camera and then remove the tripod mount from the lens as shown  
below. To attach the tripod mount, reverse the procedure.  
Loosen the orientation  
locking knob.  
Align the red mark on the  
tripod mount with the lens  
mount index.  
Slide off the tripod collar  
away from the rear of the  
lens.  
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11. Hood  
12. Case  
Lid  
Strap  
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 fix it in place. Use the same procedure, in  
reverse, to remove the hood.  
Keyhole  
ut the lens away as follows.  
Lever  
Reverse the lens hood, slip it over the lens,  
and attach the lens cap.  
Position the tripod mount straight upwards as  
shown and place it in the case.  
Fasten the lens securely with the strap.  
Push the lever while holding the lid from  
above to lock.  
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13. Drop-In Filters  
A 52-series drop-in gelatin filter holder with a  
glass filter is included with the lens. The drop-in  
filter holder can be used fitted with a gelatin filter  
(sold separately).  
<Using a Gelatin Filter>  
14mm  
14mm  
47mm  
47mm  
<Installing and Removing>  
Lift up the holder’s retaining plate.  
To remove the drop-in filter, press in the left and  
right lock buttons and pull the filter holder  
straight up out of the slot.  
Cut the gelatin filter as shown and mount it in  
the holder.  
Return the retaining plate to its closed  
position.  
To install the drop-in filter, push the filter holder  
straight down into the slot until it clicks into place.  
The filter holder can be installed facing either  
The Drop-In Screw-Type Filter Holder 52 and Drop-  
In Circular Polarizing Filter PL-C52 are also  
available (sold separately).  
forwards or backwards.  
Because the lens optics are designed to include a  
glass filter, you must always install the filter holder,  
even if no gelatin filter is fitted.  
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14. Extenders (Sold Separately)  
Lens specifications when using extender EF1.4× II/EF2× II are as follows.  
EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM  
EF400mm f/2.8L IS USM  
EF1.4× II  
420  
f/4 – 45  
6° 10’  
3° 20’  
5°  
EF2× II  
600  
EF1.4× II  
560  
EF2× II  
800  
f/5.6 – 64  
3° 5’  
1° 40’  
2° 35’  
0.31  
Focal length (mm)  
Aperture  
f/5.6 – 64  
4° 10’  
2° 20’  
3° 30’  
0.28  
f/4 – 45  
4° 25’  
2° 25’  
3° 40’  
0.22  
Diagonal  
Vertical  
Horizontal  
Angle of view  
Maximum magnification (×)  
0.19  
EF500mm f/4S USM  
EF600mm f/4L IS USM  
EF1.4× II  
700  
f/5.6 – 45  
3° 30’  
2°  
EF2× II  
1000  
f/8 – 64  
2° 30’  
1° 20’  
2°  
EF1.4× II  
840  
f/5.6 – 45  
3°  
1° 40’  
2° 30’  
0.17  
EF2× II  
1200  
f/8 – 64  
2°  
1° 10’  
1° 40’  
0.24  
Focal length (mm)  
Aperture  
Diagonal  
Vertical  
Horizontal  
Angle of view  
3°  
0.17  
Maximum magnification (×)  
0.25  
Attach the extender to the lens, and then attach the lens to the camera. To remove it, reverse the order.  
Errors may occur if you attach the extender to the camera first.  
When using the extender EF2× II with the EF500mm f/4L IS USM or EF600mm f/4L IS USM, the focusing  
mode is MF mode. However, AF shooting is possible only with the center focusing point when the camera is  
EOS-1Ds Mark III, EOS-1Ds Mark II, EOS-1Ds, EOS-1D Mark III, EOS-1D Mark II N, EOS-1D Mark II,  
EOS-1D, EOS-1V/HS, or EOS-3.  
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Extenders (Sold Separately)  
15. Extension Tubes  
(Sold Separately)  
When shooting with EOS A2/A2E/5 fitted with  
either the EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM or  
EF400mm f/2.8L IS USM, use –0.5 step  
exposure compensation when using extender  
EF1.4× II, and use –1 step exposure when using  
extender EF2× II.  
You can attach extension tube EF12 II or EF25  
II for magnified shots. The shooting distance  
and magnification are shown below.  
When taking pictures on an EOS A2/A2E/5  
using an EF1.4× II/EF2× II extender with the  
EF500mm f/4L IS USM or the EF600mm f/4L IS  
USM, use the values in the table below for  
exposure compensation.  
Focusing Distance Range (mm)  
Close distance Long distance Close distance Long distance  
Magnification (×)  
EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM  
EF12 I  
25 II  
2016  
1687  
7561  
3731  
0.18  
0.24  
0.04  
0.09  
×
×
EF1.4 II  
–0.5 step –1 step  
Center-weighted average metering –0.5 step –1 tep  
Spot metering –0.5 step  
EF2 II  
Evaluative metering  
EF400mm f/2.8L IS USM  
EF12 II  
EF25 II  
2602  
2314  
13633  
6974  
0.19  
0.23  
0.03  
0.06  
Extenders cannot be used more than one at a  
time.  
EF500mm f/4L IS USM  
EF12 II  
EF25 II  
3856  
3391  
21193  
10778  
0.15  
0.18  
0.03  
0.05  
AF is possible with extender EF1.4× II.  
When an extender is attached, the AF speed will  
become slower to retain proper control.  
EF600mm f/4L IS USM  
EF12 II  
EF25 II  
4777  
4182  
29195  
13944  
0.14  
0.17  
0.02  
0.05  
MF mode is recommended for accurate focusing.  
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Specifications  
EF300mm f/2.8L IS USM  
300 mm f/2.8  
13 groups, 17 elements  
f/32  
EF400mm f/2.8L IS USM  
400 mm f/2.8  
13 groups, 17 elements  
f/32  
Focal Length/Aperture  
Lens Construction  
Minimum Aperture  
Angle of View  
Diagonal: 8° 15’  
Vertical: 4° 35’  
Horizontal: 6° 50’  
2.5 m/8.2 ft.  
Diagonal: 6° 10’  
Vertical: 3° 30’  
Horizontal: 5° 10’  
3 m/9.8 ft.  
Min. Focusing Distance  
Max. Magnification  
Field of View  
0.13×  
0.15×  
Approx. 176 × 264 mm/  
Approx. 155 × 233 mm/  
6.9 × 10.4 inch (at 5 m/8.2 ft.) 6.1 × 9.2 inch (at 3 m/9.8 ft.)  
Filter  
Any 52-series drop-in filter  
Max. Diameter and Length  
Weight  
Hood  
128 × 252 mm0 × 9.9 inch  
2550 g/90.0 oz  
ET-120  
163 × 349 mm/6.4 × 13.7 inch  
5370 g/189.4 oz  
ET-155  
Lens Cap  
Case  
E-145  
Lens case 300  
E-180C  
Lens case 400  
The lens length is measured from the mount surface to the front end of the lens. Add  
26.5 mm when including the lens cap and dust cap.  
The size and weight listed are for the lens only, except as indicated.  
The Close-up Lenses 250D and 500D cannot be attached.  
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.  
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Specifications  
EF500mm f/4L IS USM  
500 mm f/4  
13 groups, 17 elements  
f/32  
EF600mm f/4L IS USM  
600 mm f/4  
13 groups, 17 elements  
f/32  
Focal Length/Aperture  
Lens Construction  
Minimum Aperture  
Angle of View  
Diagonal: 5°  
Diagonal: 4° 10’  
Vertical: 2° 20’  
Horizontal: 3° 30’  
5.5 m/18.0 ft.  
Vertical: 2° 45’  
Horizontal: 4°  
4.5 m/14.8 ft.  
0.12×  
Min. Focusing Distance  
Max. Magnification  
Field of View  
0.12×  
Approx. 197 × 297 mm/  
Approx. 204 × 306 mm/  
7.8 × 11.7 inch (at m/14.8 ft.) 8.0 × 12.1 inch (at 5.5 m/18.0 ft.)  
Filter  
Any 52-series drop-in filter  
Max. Diameter and Length  
Weight  
Hood  
146 × 387 mm8 × 15.2 inch  
3870 g/136.5 oz  
ET-138  
168 × 456 mm/6.6 × 18.0 inch  
5360 g/189.0 oz  
ET-160  
Lens Cap  
Case  
E-163  
Lens case 500  
E-185  
Lens case 600  
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CT1-7524-012  
© CANON INC. 1999  
2009.7  

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