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Aspherical Elements

Wide-angle lenses and fast normal-focal-length 
lenses often suffer from spherical aberration. 
When the light rays coming through the center 
of the lens do not converge at the same point as 
light rays coming through the lens edge, the 

image appears blurred because there is no sharp 
point of focus. Canon’s Aspherical elements use 
a varying curved surface to ensure that the entire 
image plane appears focused. Aspherical optics 
also help to correct curvilinear distortion as one 
might find in ultra wide-angle lenses. Canon 
designs aspherical elements with extremely 
precise variable curvature of one or both sides, 
making possible lighter, more compact lenses.

Subwavelength and Fluorine 
Anti-smear Coatings

The Subwavelength Coating (SWC) is a new 
proprietary lens coating that helps control ghost 
and flare to a 
far greater 
degree than 
with earlier 
coating tech-
nologies. 
Utilizing SWC 
technology on 
large-curvature 
lens elements that are mainly found 
in wide-angle lenses, will significantly minimize 
the occurrence of ghosting and flare caused by 
reflected light in environments that have posed 
problems. SWC is used on the latest Canon wide-
angle lens, EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM. The Fluorine 
anti-smear coating keeps soiling, smears and fin-
gerprints to a minimum for easy cleaning.

 
Focus Preset

Focus Preset enables you to program a focusing 
distance in the camera’s memory. Normal picture 
taking and focusing are unaffected by preset 
distances. For example, at a soccer game, you 
Focus Preset the goal area. Shoot normally 
elsewhere on the field, but once the action moves 
toward the goal, the user can instantly return to 
the preset distance by turning a ring on the lens.

with virtually instantaneous stops and starts. 
USM lenses also draw minimal power from the 
camera, ensuring longer battery life. Canon makes 
two types of Ultrasonic Motor lenses. Ring-type 
USM lenses, found in  
large aperture and super-
telephoto designs, permit 
manual focusing wit        hout 
first switching out of the 
auto mode. Micro USM 
designs bring the perform-
ance benefits of Canon’s 
USM technology to a 
wide assortment of 
affordable EF lenses. 

L-series Lenses

Most highly regarded among professional photog-
raphers, Canon L-series lenses are distinguished 
by a bold red ring around the outer barrel. What 
makes them truly distinctive, however, is their 
remarkable optical performance — the result of 
sophisticated Canon technologies, such as Ultra-
low Dispersion UD glass, Fluorite and Aspherical 
elements and Super Spectra Coating.

Fluorite / UD Elements

Reducing color fringing, or chromatic aberration, 
has been one of the great challenges in the design 
of telephoto lenses. L-series telephoto lenses – 
like the EF 70-200mm f/2.8 IS II USM and EF 
300mm f/4L IS USM – employ Canon’s Ultra-low 
Dispersion glass to minimize this effect, providing 
much improved contrast and sharpness. Even 
more effective at suppressing chromatic aberration 

are Fluorite elements, used in high-end super-tele-
photo L-series lenses. Composed of crystallized 
calcium fluoride (CaF

2

), a single Fluorite element, 

although costly, has roughly the corrective power 
of two UD-glass elements, giving these L-series 
lenses their spectacular performance and relatively 
compact design. 

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Taken with EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS USM

Diffractive Optics

Canon’s use of diffractive optics (DO) results in 
high-performance lenses that are much smaller and 
lighter than traditional designs. Canon’s unique 
multilayer diffractive elements are constructed 
by bonding diffractive coatings to the surfaces of 
two or more lens elements. These elements are 
then combined to form a single multilayer DO 
element. Conventional glass lens elements disperse 
incoming light, causing chromatic aberration. 
The DO element’s dispersion characteristics are 
designed to cancel chromatic aberrations at various 
wavelengths when combined with conventional 
glass optics. This technology results in smaller 
lenses with no compromise in image quality. 
Canon has also developed a new triple-layer type 
DO lens that uses an advanced diffractive grating 
to deliver excellent performance, with superb 
control of color fringing. This configuration is ideal 
for zoom lens optics and provides significant 

reductions in size. A good example is the 
EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM lens, which 
is 28 percent shorter than the EF 70-300mm 
f/4-5.6 IS USM lens. 

Ultrasonic Motor

Canon developed the world’s first lens-based 
Ultrasonic Motor (USM) to power the lens autofocus 
mechanism. Instead of large noisy drive trains 
powered by conventional motors, Canon USM 
lenses employ the minute electronic vibrations 
created by piezoelectric ceramic elements. The 
focusing action of the lens is fast and quiet, 

Ring-type USM

Micro USM

Chromatic aberration canceled out

Chromatic aberrations reversed from 

that of a refractive optical element

Image formation in the red, green and 

blue wavelength order

Red

Green

Blue

Multi-Layer Diffractive Optical Element

Refractive Optical Element 
and Multi-Layer Diffractive 
Optical Element Combined

Refractive Optical Element

Image formation in the blue, green 

and red wavelength order

Chromatic aberrations

EF 400mm f/4 IS DO USM •f/4 • 1/1250 sec.

Correction of Chromatic Abberation by the Multi-Layer 

Diffractive Optical Element.

Comparison of optical characteristics between  

optical glass and Fluorite

Glass

Red

Blue

Red

Blue

Fluorite

Anomalous 
dispersion

EF LENSES

EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM  
f/6.3 •13 sec. 

Convergence of parallel light 
rays by an Aspherical lens.

Spherical aberration  
of spherical lens.

Optical Image Stabilizer Mode 2  
and Mode 3 

The standard settings of the Optical Image 
Stabilizer are set so that it is most effective 
when photographing stationary subjects. However 
when panning with a moving subject is attempted 
(tracking of the subject horizontally or vertically), 
the shake-correction of the OIS may inadvertently 
over-compensate and interfere with framing. To 
help resolve this, Canon developed Optical 
Image Stabilizer Mode 2. In this mode, if you 
move the lens to follow a subject for a pre-
determined time, the Optical Image Stabilizer 
does not correct for the intentional panning 
while continuing to correct any camera shake 
that’s perpendicular to the panning motion. The 
result is a virtually smooth viewfinder image as 
you follow the moving subject. Optical Image 
Stabilizer Mode 3 activates IS only when the 
shutter button is fully pressed, allowing for easy 

panning of fast-moving subjects. Additionally, 
Mode 3 gives the equivalent effect of a shutter 
speed four stops faster, further positioning a 
user for action photography.

Hybrid Image Stabilizer 

During normal shooting situa-
tions, sudden camera move-
ment in rotational camera angle can cause 
significant image blur. During macro or close-up 
photography however, the image blur caused by 
linear camera shake—when the camera moves 
parallel to the subject—is more pronounced. 
Optical Image Stabilizer is optimized to counteract 
rotational or angular camera shake and works 
well for most camera shooting situations. To 
help compensate for linear camera shake, a new 
acceleration sensor determines the amount of 
shift-based camera movement. The new Canon 
Hybrid Image Stabilizer technology employs a 

highly sophisticated algorithm that combines 
the feedback of both the acceleration sensor 
and angular velocity sensor (found in current 
OIS technology) and moves the image stabilizer 
lens elements, effectively compensating for both 
rotational and linear camera shake. Hybrid IS 
dramatically enhances the effects of Optical 
Image Stabilizer especially during macro shooting, 
which may be difficult for conventional image 
stabilization technologies.

Linear Camera Shake

Summary of Contents for EOS 5D Mark III

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Page 2: ... s imagePROGRAF PIXMA and SELPHY photo printers enable photographers to produce professional grade photoprints simply almost anywhere anytime Photo Printer Technology 62 Photo Printer Lineup 66 Printer Scanner Comparison Chart 68 REALiS PROJECTORS The REALiS Multimedia Projectors from Canon feature LCOS Liquid Crystal on Silicon technology and AISYS Aspectual Illumination System Optics raising the...

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Page 5: ...SDRAM buffer to deliver significantly improved camera response Power consumption has been further reduced for even longer battery life Color repro duction noise reduction in low light situations and reproduction of fine detail are all signifi cantly improved In addition the latest Dual 4 Image Processors speed up all opera tions such that a number of processor intensive features are possible Canon...

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Page 7: ...erver Remote Live View a camera linking function and Bluetooth connectivity Additionally the WFT E5A also includes a media server function With select models in WFT Server mode up to three separate computers can access the camera s memory card using a standard web browser from anywhere in the world Microsoft Internet Explorer Apple Safari etc Images can be selected from the browser window and drag...

Page 8: ...file It can also save small JPEGs from large JPEGs perfect for creating images for e mail or wireless distribution when combined with Eye Fi wireless SD cards In addition the EOS Rebel T3i has several popular creative features like Grainy B W Soft Focus Toy Camera Effect and Miniature Effect controlled manually on the lens or by pressing the AF button on the camera while recording Sound can be rec...

Page 9: ...l or select ing Quick Control screen functions The Feature Guide tells the photographer exactly what steps to take to achieve the desired results be chosen manually either with the camera s cross keys or with the electronic dial 63 Zone Dual Layer Metering The EOS Rebel T3 features Canon s proven 63 zone Dual layer metering sensor designed to complement the 9 point AF system By taking into account...

Page 10: ...capable of doing more things in more places It s the flagship of the Canon EOS line offering performance that s nothing short of stunning Clint Clemens The Flagship EOS The EOS 1Ds Mark III has been designed from the ground up to be among the most powerful go anywhere capture anything EOS ever made This professional powerhouse camera features a full frame 21 1 Megapixel CMOS sensor for high resolu...

Page 11: ...htaking landscapes on a movie set or anywhere in between the EOS 5D Mark II helps bring photographic brilliance 21 EOS SLR CAMERAS Beyond the Still With a host of phenomenal features designed to enhance and speed up every facet of the photographic and moviemaking process the cutting edge EOS 7D represents the next level of photographic and filmmaking performance With its 18 0 Megapixel CMOS sensor...

Page 12: ...ver created An EOS with Perspective For photographers and enthusiasts looking for a camera with the perfect combination of versatility performance and ease of use Canon introduces the EOS 60D Featuring a brilliant Canon 18 0 Megapixel CMOS sensor a 4 Image Processor a new Vari angle 3 0 inch Clear View LCD monitor with 180 rotation perfect for self portraits plus a host of features inspired by Can...

Page 13: ... metering 63 zone Evaluative metering 6 5 Partial metering 2 8 Center spot metering Center Weighted average metering EV 0 20 for all patterns at ISO 100 with f 1 4 lens 5 stops in 1 3 or 1 2 stop increments 3 stops in 1 3 or 1 2 stop increments Program AE shiftable Shutter priority AE Aperture priority AE Manual exposure Bulb Fixed eye level pentaprism Electronically controlled with 2 or 10 second...

Page 14: ...Lossless Compression sRAW Separate JPEG File Low Compression 5 7 4 5 3 5 2 0 22 2 22 2 5 7 22 2 4 5 22 2 3 5 22 2 2 0 14 8 14 8 5 7 14 8 4 5 14 8 3 5 14 8 2 0 9 9 9 9 5 7 9 9 4 5 9 9 3 5 9 9 2 0 692 874 1148 1957 175 139 145 152 161 263 190 202 214 232 397 251 272 294 329 EOS 1D Mark IV JPEG RAW RAW JPEG mRAW mRAW JPEG S RAW sRAW JPEG Movie Recording Size Frame Rate Total Recording Time 4GB Card 1...

Page 15: ...poils a great shot Low light In low light situa tions when you would normally expect to have to use flash or tripod Canon s Optical Image Stabilizer lenses give you the freedom of up to 4 stops of light Telephoto Canon designs each Optical Image Stabilizer system to complement the lens focal length So even with telephoto lenses you ll capture the shot Because every lens is different different lens...

Page 16: ...O element s dispersion characteristics are designed to cancel chromatic aberrations at various wavelengths when combined with conventional glass optics This technology results in smaller lenses with no compromise in image quality Canon has also developed a new triple layer type DO lens that uses an advanced diffractive grating to deliver excellent performance with superb control of color fringing ...

Page 17: ...amera body As the commu nication conduit between camera and lens this fully electronic mount system has none of the shock operational noise abrasion play lubrica tion requirements slow response lever operation Dust and Water Resistant Construction Most L Series EF telephoto lenses are highly dust and water resistant thanks to rubber seals at the switch panels exterior seams drop in filter compartm...

Page 18: ...ded versatility of zooming makes them perfect for enthusiasts and professionals alike Take In the Wider View for EOS Cameras Ultra Wide Zoom Icons See EF Lens Technology section Diagram Super UD Lens UD Lens Aspherical Lens For EOS 7D 60D 50D 40D 30D 20D 20Da Rebel T3i T2i T3 T1i XSi XS and all versions of EOS Digital Rebel only EF 24mm f 1 4L II USM f 2 8 1 30 sec Wide Angle EF LENSES EF S 10 22m...

Page 19: ...orite Lens Super UD Lens UD Lens DO Lens EF LENSES EF 28 300mm f 3 5 5 6L IS USM EF 70 200mm f 2 8L IS II USM EF 70 300mm f 4 5 5 6 DO IS USM EF 70 200mm f 2 8L USM EF75 300mm f 4 5 6 III USM EF 135mm f 2 8 w Softfocus EF 75 300mm f 4 5 6 III EF 100 300mm f 4 5 5 6 USM EF S 55 250mm f 4 5 6 IS EF 55 200mm f 4 5 5 6 II USM EF 300mm f 4L IS USM EF 200mm f 2 8L II USM EF 135mm f 2L USM EF 70 200mm f ...

Page 20: ...8L Macro IS USM EF 180mm f 3 5L Macro USM Life Size Converter EF TS E 90mm f 2 8 TS E 24mm f 3 5L II TS E 24mm f 3 5L II f 5 7 3 2 sec 400mm f 2 8L IS USM f 2 8 1 2500 sec Macro 41 EF LENSES Super Telephoto Distinguished by their white color and seen at major sporting events around the world the powerful EF super telephotos are also ideal for nature scenic and even outdoor fashion photography Cano...

Page 21: ...mm f 2 8 USM EF 20 35mm f 3 5 4 5 USM 12 8 24 16 35 26 56 26 56 27 64 32 56 1 N A 21 45 21 45 22 52 26 46 Ultrasonic Ultrasonic Ultrasonic Ultrasonic Ultrasonic Ultrasonic AFD Ultrasonic 180 0 175 30 N A 108 10 63 108 10 63 104 63 104 57 30 94 63 94 63 180 approx 10mm 107 30 63 30 80 56 42 36 80 56 42 36 78 30 42 36 78 30 37 41 78 37 42 36 68 37 42 36 180 approx 12mm N A 93 08 51 32 93 08 51 32 89...

Page 22: ...xtension Tubes EF 25 II EF 12 II Gelatin Filter Hoods IV Gelatin Filter Holder IV Gelatin Filter Holder Adapter IV Gelatin Filter Holders To enhance the stellar features of the EF Lens system there are a number of accessories designed to perform perfectly with your system Canon offers cases to help protect your lenses hoods and filters to help control glare and a number of adapters to further expa...

Page 23: ...without changing the shutter speed or aperture It s a particularly effective way to fine tune the balance between foreground and background exposure for fill flash shots but it can also be used to compensate for extremely bright or dark tones in the subject Second Curtain Sync Instead of firing the instant the shutter opens Second Curtain Sync fires the flash at the end of the exposure allowing st...

Page 24: ...mera with Master A Bounce B A Bounce Bounce 1 Set up the main flash unit To prevent the strong shadows a direct flash would produce the main flash was bounced off a wall near the camera to soften the lighting 2 Add an auxiliary flash unit Remaining shadows were weakened by bouncing an auxiliary flash A off another wall to hit the subjects from a direction opposite that of the main flash unit 3 Add...

Page 25: ...eable Ni Cd Pack TP batteries are available separately They can also be freely interchanged with Battery Magazine TP The charger TP recharges a Ni Cd Pack TP in approximately 15 hours Battery Magazine TP This magazine holds six commonly available C size alkaline batteries Included with Transistor Pack E it is available separately for instant battery changes during shooting Can be used in place of ...

Page 26: ...n Main Dial AF frame select button Shutter Release button AE FE Lock Index Reduce button Main Dial AF frame select button Aperture Exposure compensation button Shutter Release button AE FE Lock Index Reduce button Main Dial AF frame select button Aperture Exposure compensation button Shutter Release button AE FE Lock Index Reduce but ton Main Dial AF frame select button Aperture Exposure compensat...

Page 27: ...mory card contents over the Internet providing simple drag and drop file transfer capa bility from anywhere in the world Multiple File Transfer Options The new WFT units enable wired or wireless file transfer using a wide range of standard pro tocols With the FTP mode the computer becomes an FTP server enabling files to be transferred to a folder on the computer s hard drive Computer Connectivity ...

Page 28: ... with the EOS 1N RS It compensates for decreased viewfinder brightness due to the low reflection factor of the pellicle mirror It is about 1 2 stop brighter but otherwise similar to Focusing Screen Ec CII It can be used in all EOS 1 series cameras as well as the EOS 3 Ec S Super Precision Matte An all matte focus screen for the EOS 1D Mark II N with finer microlens structure than the standard scre...

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