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Jan 17, 2010 17:47 |  #1

I have a used 70-200 2.8 non IS, no manual, what is the purpose of the switch of either 1.5m to infinity or 3m to infinity?


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Jan 17, 2010 17:52 |  #2

This will help you .


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Jan 17, 2010 17:56 |  #3

It's just to assist you with your AF speed and accuracy when your subject is at a greater distance.

I've started to switch it to 3m when I use my new Kenko 1.4x TC as there's a noticeable change there. With the lens bare, the difference is less noticeable but you're not harming your chances by changing it to 3m :)




  
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Jan 17, 2010 18:13 |  #4

thanks for the quick responses


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Jan 17, 2010 18:15 |  #5

Explanation makes sense, I just wanted to make sure there wasnt something special hidden behind that switch :)


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Jan 17, 2010 20:25 |  #6

Having the lens focus on the longer end will make AF faster. If you have it focus on the full range AF will take longer.


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Jan 17, 2010 20:28 |  #7

lol, someone hated that "non IS" threads ^^


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