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Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. Canon’s EF85mm f/1.4L IS USM is a medium Camera Firmware telephoto lens for use with EOS cameras. Please use the latest version of firmware with the camera “IS” stands for Image Stabilizer. in use. For details on whether the firmware is the latest ●...
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. sure all details are observed in order to prevent Do not leave the camera in locations subject to ●...
General Precautions Handling Precautions 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, first put the lens into an airtight plastic bag before taking it from a cold to warm environment.
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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.
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Nomenclature Focus mode switch (→ 7) Distance scale (→ 8) Hood mount (→ 11) Depth-of-Field scale (→ 8) Rubber ring (→ 6) Filter mounting thread (→ 12) Contacts (→ 6) Focusing ring (→ 7) Lens mount index (→ 6) Image stabilizer switch (→ 9) For detailed information, reference page numbers are provided in parentheses (→...
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.
3. Infinity Compensation Mark 4. Depth-of-Field Scale Infinity compensation mark Distance scale Distance index Distance scale Depth-of-Field scale To compensate for shifting of the infinity focus The depth of field is the distance in front of and point that results from changes in temperature, behind the plane of focus on the subject that there is a margin at the infinity (∞) position.
5. Image Stabilizer You can use the Image Stabilizer in AF or MF mode. This function provides optimal image stabilization depending on shooting conditions (such as shooting still subjects and following shots). Set the STABILIZER When you press the The Image Stabilizer in this lens is switch to ON.
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Image Stabilizer The Image Stabilizer cannot compensate for a When shooting a still subject, it compensates for ● ● ● ● blurred shot caused by a subject that moved. camera shake in all directions. Set the STABILIZER switch to OFF when you It compensates for vertical camera shake during ●...
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6. Hood The ET-83E hood cuts out unwanted light and protects the front of the lens from rain, snow, and dust. Red dot Stop position mark Button ● Removing Red dot Keep your finger pressed down on the button Attachment position mark located on the side of the hood, and then rotate the hood in the direction of the arrow until the ●...
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II for magnified shots. The shooting distance and magnification are shown below. Only one filter may be attached. ● ● If you need a polarizing filter, use the Canon ● ● Focusing Distance Range (mm) Magnification (×) Circular Polarizing Filter PL-C B (77 mm).
Extenders cannot be used with this lens. ● ● 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. ● ●...