Instructions

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Thank you for purchasing a Canon product.
Canon RF24-240mm F4-6.3 IS USM is a high
magnification zoom lens for use with EOS R Camera Firmware and
series cameras. Camera Applications
Please use the latest versions of firmware and
z “IS” stands for Image Stabilizer. applications with the camera in use. For details on
z “USM” stands for Ultrasonic Motor. whether the firmware and applications in use are the
latest version or not, and for details on updating them,
Conventions used in these instructions please check the Canon website.
Warning to prevent lens or camera malfunction
or damage. If the camera’s* firmware is not a compatible
Supplementary notes on using the lens and version, the following limitations will apply.
taking pictures. z Magnified view functionality is not available.
z In some cases, the camera malfunction may
occur.
* Applies to the following camera models:
EOS R and EOS RP

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 Safety Precautions
Precautions to ensure that the camera is used
safely. Read these precautions thoroughly. Make
sure all details are observed in order to prevent
risks and injury to the user and other people.

Details pertaining to risks that

Warning may result in death or serious
injury.

z Do not look directly at the sun or other strong

light sources through a lens. This may result in
loss of sight.
z Do not leave a lens in the sun without the lens
cap attached. The lens may concentrate entering
sunlight and cause a malfunction or fire.

Details pertaining to risks that

Caution may result in injury or damage to
other objects.

z Do not leave the product in places exposed to

extremely high or low temperatures. The product
may cause burns or injury when touched.
z Do not insert your hand or fingers into the
product. This may result in injury.

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General Precautions
Handling Precautions
z Do not leave the product in excessive heat such as
in a car in direct sunlight. High temperatures can
cause the product to malfunction.
z 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. 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.
z Please also read any lens related handling
precautions listed in your camera’s instruction
manual.

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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.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment
unless otherwise specified in the instructions. If such
changes or modifications 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.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.

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 Nomenclature
Focusing/control selector switch (→ 7)
Focusing/control ring
Zoom position index (→ 8)
(→ 7)

Hood mount (→ 12)

Zoom ring lock lever

(→ 9)

Filter mounting
thread (→ 13)

Zoom ring (→ 8)

Image stabilizer switch (→ 10) Contacts (→ 6)

Lens mount index (→ 6) Lens mount (→ 6)

z For detailed information, reference page numbers are provided in parentheses (→ **).
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 1. Attaching and Detaching the Lens
Lens mount index
z Set the camera’s power switch to OFF when
attaching or detaching the lens.
z Attach the lens cap before detaching the lens
from the camera.
z After detaching the lens, place the lens with the
rear end up and attach the dust cap to prevent
the lens surface and contacts from getting
scratched. Make sure the lens and dust cap
mount indexes are aligned when attaching the
dust cap.
z Contacts that are scratched, soiled, or have
Lens release button Dust cap fingerprints on them may result in faulty
connections or corrosion, which may lead to
Attaching the Lens malfunctions. If the contacts get soiled, clean
Align the lens mount indexes of the lens and them with a soft cloth.
camera, and turn the lens clockwise until you
hear a click.

Detaching the Lens

Turn the lens counterclockwise while pressing
the camera’s lens release button. Detach the
lens once it has stopped turning.

Please refer to the camera’s instructions for

details.
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 2. Focusing/control ring
The focusing/control ring can be used as either a z This lens does not have a focus mode switch.
focusing ring or a control ring. z Delayed focus may occur if the focusing ring
Focusing/control ring (focusing/control ring) is quickly turned.

z The lens’ focusing ring (focusing/control ring) is

electronic.
z Manual focus is possible even when the
camera’s focus mode is set to AF. (Full-time
manual focus)
However, the camera settings need to be
changed. Please refer to the camera's
instructions for details.
Focusing/control selector switch

Use as a Focusing Ring Use as a Control Ring

Set the Focusing/control selector switch to Set the Focusing/control selector switch to
FOCUS. Set the focus mode (AF/MF) using the CONTROL. Set the control ring function using
camera’s menu. the camera’s menu. The control ring can be
To shoot in autofocus (AF) mode, set the assigned the functions that are commonly
camera’s focus mode to AF. used with cameras, such as shutter speed and
To use only manual focusing (MF), set the aperture settings.
camera’s focus mode to MF, and focus by turning Please refer to the camera’s instructions for
the focusing ring (focusing/control ring). details on how to use the control ring.

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 3. Zooming

To zoom, turn the lens’ zoom ring.

z Be sure to finish zooming before focusing.

Zooming after focusing can affect the focus.
z Blurring may temporarily occur if the zoom ring is
quickly turned.

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 4. Fixing the Zoom Ring
The zoom ring can be fixed to keep the lens at the shortest point. This function is convenient for
carrying a camera on a strap because it prevents the lens from extending.

1 Turn the zoom ring to 2 Slide the zoom ring lock

the widest position (24 lever in the direction
mm). indicated by the arrow.

z To release the zoom ring, slide

the zoom ring lock lever in the
direction opposite to the arrow.

z The zoom ring cannot be fixed in place at any position other than the
widest position.

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 5. Image Stabilizer
z The Image Stabilizer cannot compensate for a
blurred shot caused by a subject that moved.
z The Image Stabilizer may not be fully effective if
you shoot from a violently shaking vehicle or other
transportation.
z The Image Stabilizer operates for about two
seconds after turning off the camera. Do not
detach the lens during that time. This may cause
the lens to malfunction.
Set the image stabilizer switch to ON when you z When using a tripod, it is recommended that you
want to use the Image Stabilizer. set the image stabilizer switch to OFF.
z Even with a monopod, the Image Stabilizer will
z This function provides image stabilization be as effective as during hand-held shooting.
appropriate for shooting conditions (such as However, depending on the shooting conditions,
shooting still subjects and panning shots). there are cases in which the Image Stabilizer
z The Image Stabilizer will work in combination effect may be less effective.
with cameras with in-body Image Stabilizer.
* Lens firmware: ver.1.0.6 or over.
z Set the image stabilizer switch to OFF when
you are not going to use the Image Stabilizer.

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 Image Stabilizer

The Image Stabilizer for this lens is suited to hand-held shots in the following conditions.

z In semi-darkened areas such as indoors or

outdoors at night.
z In locations where the flash cannot be used,
such as art museums and theater stages.
z In situations where your footing is uncertain.
z In situations where fast shutter speed settings
cannot be used.

z Panning shots of vehicles, trains, etc.

It compensates for vertical camera shake during panning shots in a
horizontal direction, and compensates for horizontal camera shake
during panning shots in a vertical direction.

Dynamic IS (for movie shooting only)

This lens is equipped with a Dynamic IS function
which is effective when shooting while walking,
etc. since it expands the IS range.
• Effective for wide-angle shooting.
• Automatically activates when the camera is set
to movie shooting.
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 6. Hood
The custom lens hood cuts out unwanted light and protects the front of the lens from rain, snow, and
dust.
Attachment position mark
Red dot

Button

Red dot
Red dot Detaching the Hood
Attachment position mark Stop position mark Keep your finger pressed down on the button
located on the side of the hood, and then turn
Attaching the Hood the hood in the direction of the arrow until the
Align the red attachment position mark on the attachment position mark on the hood is aligned
hood with the red dot on the front of the lens, with the red dot on the front of the lens to detach
and then turn the hood in the direction of the it.
arrow until you hear a click. The hood can be reverse-mounted on the lens
for storage.

z If the hood is not attached properly, vignetting (darkening of the perimeter of the picture) may occur.
z Grasp and turn the base of the hood when attaching and detaching it. There are cases in which it may
become deformed if the hood is turned with it grasped near to the rim.

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 7. Filters (Sold separately) 8. Close-up Lenses
You can attach filters to the filter mounting thread (Sold separately)
on the front of the lens.
Attaching a 500D Close-up Lens enables close-
z Only one filter may be attached. up photography.
z If you need a polarizing filter, use the Canon It provides a magnification of 0.05x to 0.57x.
Circular Polarizing Filter PL-C B.
z Detach the hood when adjusting the polarizing z Close-up Lens 250D cannot be attached
filter. because there is no size that fits the lens.
z Manual focus is recommended for accurate
focusing.

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 Specifications
Focal Length/Aperture 24-240mm f/4-6.3
Lens Construction 15 groups, 21 elements
Minimum Aperture f/22-36*
Angle of View Horizontal: 74°- 8° 35′, Vertical: 53°- 5° 45′, Diagonal: 84°- 10° 20′
Min. Focusing Distance 0.5 m/1.64 ft. (at 24 mm), 0.78 m/2.56 ft. (at 240 mm)
Max. Magnification 0.26x (at 240 mm)
Approx. 575 x 383 mm/22.64 x 15.08 in. (at 24 mm, 0.5 m/1.64 ft.)
Field of View
Approx. 134 x 90 mm/5.28 x 3.54 in. (at 240 mm, 0.78 m/2.56 ft.)
Filter Diameter 72 mm
Max. Diameter and Length Approx. 80.4 x 122.5 mm/3.17 x 4.82 in.
Weight Approx. 750 g/26.5 oz.
Hood EW-78F (Sold separately)
Lens Cap E-72 II
Case LP1219 (Sold separately)
* Based on one-third-stop f-number scale. f/22-38 when using one-half-stop f-number scale.
z The lens length is measured from the lens mount surface to the front end of the lens.
Add 24.2 mm/0.95 in. when including the lens cap and dust cap.
z The maximum diameter, length and weight listed are for the lens itself only.
z All data listed is measured according to Canon standards.
z Product specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice.

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 Specifications

z Multiple exposure shooting is not possible when using this lens on certain cameras*.
* EOS R, RP, Ra, R5, R6
z There are cases in which using the zoom function during continuous shooting may result in
conspicuous image distortion.
z There are cases in which excessive camera shake may result in conspicuous light irregularities.
z When the aperture is changed from the maximum aperture by an amount equivalent to one click
only, the display of the aperture value may not change or may change by two clicks in some
cases. This phenomenon is due to restrictions related to the display of the aperture values, but the
actual exposure control is being performed properly.

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