This focusing sensor is geared to obtain higher-precision
focusing for lenses with a maximum aperture value as low
as f/2.8. A diagonal cross pattern makes it easier to focus
on the subjects that may be diffi cult to focus. It is provided
at the center AF point.
These focusing sensors are geared for lenses with a
maximum aperture value as low as f/5.6 (and some
supporting f/8). Since they have a horizontal pattern, they
can detect vertical lines. They cover all 45 AF points.
These focusing sensors are geared for lenses with a
maximum aperture value as low as f/5.6 (and some
supporting f/8). Since they have a vertical pattern, they
can detect horizontal lines. They cover all 45 AF points.
(some also supporting f/8)
Dual cross-type focusing:
f/2.8 right diagonal + f/2.8 left diagonal
f/5.6 vertical + f/5.6 horizontal
(also supporting f/8)
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Lenses and Usable AF Points
The number of available AF points and the focusing patterns used vary by
lens group (A–H). Fewer AF points are available for lenses in groups E–H.
AF points in [
[ / ] points remain lit.)
The number of AF points varies depending on your specifi ed still image
aspect ratio.
Group A
Autofocusing with 45 points is possible. All the AF area selection modes are
selectable.
Group B
Autofocusing with 45 points is possible. All the AF area selection modes are
selectable.
] blink when the <S> or <G> button is pressed (while
: Dual cross-type AF point. Subject tracking
performance is superior and the focusing
precision is higher than with other AF
points.
: Cross-type AF point. Subject tracking
performance is superior and high-precision
focusing is achieved.
: Cross-type AF point. Subject tracking
performance is superior and high-precision
focusing is achieved.
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Lenses and Usable AF Points
Group C
Autofocusing with 45 points is possible. All the AF area selection modes are
selectable.
: Cross-type AF point. Subject tracking
performance is superior and high-precision
focusing is achieved.
: AF points sensitive to horizontal lines.
Group D
Autofocusing with 45 points is possible. All the AF area selection modes are
selectable.
: Cross-type AF point. Subject tracking
performance is superior and high-precision
focusing is achieved.
: AF points sensitive to horizontal lines.
Group E
Autofocusing with 35 points is possible. (Not possible with all 45 AF points.)
All the AF area selection modes are selectable. During automatic AF point
selection, the outer frame marking the AF area (Area AF frame) will be
diff erent from 45-point Automatic selection AF.
: Cross-type AF point. Subject tracking
performance is superior and high-precision
focusing is achieved.
: AF points sensitive to horizontal lines.
: Disabled AF points (not displayed).
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Lenses and Usable AF Points
Group F
Autofocusing with 35 points is possible. (Not possible with all 45 AF points.)
All the AF area selection modes are selectable. During automatic AF point
selection, the outer frame marking the AF area (Area AF frame) will be
diff erent from 45-point Automatic selection AF.
: Cross-type AF point. Subject tracking
performance is superior and high-precision
focusing is achieved.
: AF points sensitive to vertical lines (AF
points in the horizontal array at the top and
bottom) or horizontal lines (AF points in a
vertical array on the left and right).
: Disabled AF points (not displayed).
Group G
Autofocusing with 27 points is possible. (Not possible with all 45 AF
points.) Large Zone AF (manual selection of zone) cannot be selected in
AF area selection mode. During automatic AF point selection, the outer
frame marking the AF area (Area AF frame) will be diff erent from 45-point
Automatic selection AF.
: Cross-type AF point. Subject tracking
performance is superior and high-precision
focusing is achieved.
: AF points sensitive to horizontal lines.
: Disabled AF points (not displayed).
Group H
Autofocusing is possible only with the center AF point.
: Cross-type AF point. Subject tracking
performance is superior and high-precision
focusing is achieved.
: Disabled AF points (not displayed).
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Lenses and Usable AF Points
oIf the maximum aperture value is slower than f/5.6 (greater than f/5.6 but not
exceeding f/8), focus may not be achieved with AF when shooting low-contrast
or low-light subjects.
oIf the maximum aperture value is slower than f/8 (greater than f/8),
possible during viewfi
oFor updates on “Group Classifi cation of Lenses,” visit the Canon website or
others.
nder shooting.
AF is not
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Group Classifi cation of Lenses
Lenses and Usable AF Points
EF-S24mm f/2.8 STMA
EF-S35mm f/2.8 Macro IS STMB
EF-S60mm f/2.8 Macro USMB
EF-S10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STMD
EF-S10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USMB
EF-S15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USMB
EF-S17-55mm f/2.8 IS USMA
EF-S17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USMB
EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6C
EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 USMC
EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IIC
EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 II USMC
EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IIIB
EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 ISC
EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS IIB
EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STMB
EF-S18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STMD
EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 ISB
EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USMB
EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STMB
EF-S18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 ISB
EF-S55-250mm f/4-5.6 ISB
EF-S55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS IIB
EF-S55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STMB
EF14mm f/2.8L USMA
EF14mm f/2.8L II USMA
EF15mm f/2.8 FisheyeA
EF20mm f/2.8 USMA
EF24mm f/1.4L USMA
EF24mm f/1.4L II USMA
EF24mm f/2.8A
EF24mm f/2.8 IS USMA
EF28mm f/1.8 USMA
EF28mm f/2.8A
EF28mm f/2.8 IS USMA
EF35mm f/1.4L USMA
EF35mm f/1.4L II USMA