1. Introduction
This manual provides essential instructions for the Canon Portrait & Travel 2 Lens Kit. This kit includes two versatile lenses: the Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM lens and the Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM lens, along with accessories designed to enhance your photography experience. Please read this manual thoroughly before using your new lenses to ensure proper operation and care.
2. Product Overview
The Canon Portrait & Travel 2 Lens Kit is designed to offer flexibility for various photographic styles, from portraits to expansive landscapes.
Kit Components:
- Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens: A compact prime lens ideal for portraits and low-light photography, known for its shallow depth of field and background blur capabilities.
- Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM Lens: An ultra-wide-angle zoom lens suitable for landscapes, architecture, and travel photography, featuring Image Stabilization (IS).
- UV Filters (49mm and 67mm): Protective filters for each lens.
- Lens Pouches (Small and Medium): For safe storage and transport of your lenses.
- Cleaning Kit: Tools for maintaining lens cleanliness.
Image: The Canon Portrait & Travel 2 Lens Kit showing the EF 50mm f/1.8 STM lens, EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM lens, UV filters, and lens pouches.
3. Setup and Installation
Attaching a Lens to Your Camera:
- Ensure your camera is powered off.
- Remove the rear lens cap from the lens and the body cap from your camera.
- Align the red or white index mark on the lens with the corresponding mark on your camera's lens mount. For EF lenses (like the 50mm), align the red dot. For EF-S lenses (like the 10-18mm), align the white square.
- Turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into place. Do not force the lens.
Detaching a Lens:
- Ensure your camera is powered off.
- While pressing the lens release button on the camera body, turn the lens counter-clockwise until it stops.
- Remove the lens and immediately attach the rear lens cap to protect the rear element.
Using UV Filters:
The kit includes a 49mm UV filter for the EF 50mm lens and a 67mm UV filter for the EF-S 10-18mm lens. These filters screw onto the front of the lens to provide protection against dust, scratches, and UV light. Carefully screw the correct size filter onto the front thread of its respective lens until snug, but do not overtighten.
4. Operating Instructions
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens:
- Focus Mode Switch: Set the switch on the side of the lens to "AF" for autofocus or "MF" for manual focus.
- Aperture: The f/1.8 maximum aperture allows for excellent low-light performance and shallow depth of field, creating pleasing background blur (bokeh).
- STM Motor: The Stepper Motor (STM) provides smooth and quiet autofocus, which is particularly beneficial for video recording.
- Focus-by-Wire: This lens uses electronic manual focus. When the camera is off, the focus ring will not operate.
Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM Lens:
- Focus Mode Switch: Set the switch on the side of the lens to "AF" for autofocus or "MF" for manual focus.
- Image Stabilizer (IS) Switch: Set the switch to "ON" to activate the optical image stabilizer, which helps reduce blur caused by camera shake, especially useful in lower light or when shooting handheld. Set to "OFF" when using a tripod.
- Zoom Ring: Rotate the zoom ring to adjust the focal length between 10mm (ultra-wide) and 18mm (wide).
- STM Motor: Similar to the 50mm, the STM motor ensures quiet and smooth autofocus, ideal for video.
Note: EF-S lenses are designed exclusively for Canon EOS cameras with an APS-C sensor. They are not compatible with full-frame EOS cameras (e.g., Canon 6D, 5D series) and attempting to mount them may cause damage.
5. Maintenance and Care
Proper maintenance ensures the longevity and optimal performance of your lenses.
- Cleaning the Lens Elements: Use the provided cleaning kit. First, use a blower brush to remove loose dust and debris. Then, use a lens cleaning cloth with a small amount of lens cleaning fluid (if available) to gently wipe the lens surface in a circular motion from the center outwards. Avoid touching the glass with your fingers.
- Cleaning the Lens Body: Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe down the exterior of the lens.
- Storage: When not in use, always attach the front and rear lens caps. Store lenses in the provided pouches in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. Avoid storing lenses in areas with high humidity to prevent mold growth.
- Handling: Always handle lenses by the barrel, not by the extending parts. Avoid dropping or subjecting lenses to strong impacts.
6. Troubleshooting
| Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Lens does not attach to camera. | Incorrect lens mount type (e.g., EF-S lens on a full-frame EF camera). Misalignment of mounting marks. | Ensure the lens is compatible with your camera body. Align the correct index marks (red dot for EF, white square for EF-S). Do not force the lens. |
| Autofocus is not working. | Lens focus mode switch set to "MF". Camera focus mode set to manual. Dirty lens contacts. | Set the lens switch to "AF". Set camera focus mode to autofocus. Clean the lens and camera electrical contacts with a clean, dry cloth. |
| Images are blurry or soft. | Incorrect focus. Camera shake (especially with 50mm lens in low light). Image Stabilizer (IS) off (for 10-18mm). Dirty lens elements. | Ensure proper focus. Use a faster shutter speed or tripod. Activate IS on the 10-18mm lens. Clean lens elements. |
| Lens makes unusual noise during operation. | Normal operation of Image Stabilizer (slight whirring). Internal component issue. | A slight whirring from the 10-18mm IS lens is normal. If the noise is loud or unusual, discontinue use and contact Canon support. |
7. Specifications
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Brand | Canon |
| Model Number | Portrait & Travel Kit |
| Lens 1 (EF 50mm f/1.8 STM) | Focal Length: 50mm, Max Aperture: f/1.8, Min Aperture: f/22, Filter Size: 49mm, Mount: Canon EF |
| Lens 2 (EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM) | Focal Length: 10-18mm, Max Aperture: f/4.5-5.6, Min Aperture: f/22-29, Filter Size: 67mm, Mount: Canon EF-S, Image Stabilization: Yes |
| Compatible Mountings | Canon EF-S (for 10-18mm), Canon EF (for 50mm and EF-S compatible bodies) |
| Item Weight (Kit) | Approximately 2.95 pounds (1.34 kg) |
| First Available | November 19, 2016 |
8. Warranty and Support
For information regarding warranty coverage, product registration, and technical support, please refer to the official Canon website or the documentation included with your camera body. You can also visit the official Canon store for additional resources and contact information.
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