stopping lens creep
Oct 8, 2014 14:15:53 #
boblwest45 wrote:
Here is what I use. If I remember correctly my cost was $.79 for 1/4 lb package.
Bonus use: removing "stuck" filters. Stops a CP from spinning when you're trying to unscrew it.
Oct 8, 2014 16:22:07 #
davidk2020 wrote:
Bonus use: removing "stuck" filters. Stops a CP from spinning when you're trying to unscrew it.
Think it is time for a trip to Walmart's or the local dollar store to get a sack of lensbands ;)
Oct 8, 2014 16:45:59 #
Dngallagher wrote:
Do these work on an older push-pull zoom?
Oct 8, 2014 16:48:32 #
MW wrote:
Do these work on an older push-pull zoom?
Don't know - never used them... but I would guess that they are not as effective.
Post talks about using a piece of tape to slow down creep...
http://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1226595
Oct 8, 2014 17:03:38 #
Fstop12 wrote:
Jerry the hair scruchie thing I talked about doesn't require anymore attention with it than without it,except it keeps your lens from creeping down on you.
The scrunchie is what I use. It's not perfect, but it does make a big difference.
GT
Oct 8, 2014 18:16:42 #
boberic wrote:
...every time I see a $600 lens fixed by a rubber band it pi$$es me off.
Use lots of white rubber bands, or one bright red one.
Oct 8, 2014 18:26:47 #
Oct 8, 2014 19:12:31 #
RWR
Loc: La Mesa, CA
zigipha wrote:
I have a zoom lens, but it seems that when i have the lens pointing straight down or straight up, the lens creeps along the direction gravity is pulling it. the lens lock switch is only useful when the zoom is all the way shortened.
What can i do to prevent the creep but not resort to taping it (since I would be adding/removing tape for each shot).
thanks
What can i do to prevent the creep but not resort to taping it (since I would be adding/removing tape for each shot).
thanks
How about identifying the lens, so no one else here will waste their money on one?
Oct 8, 2014 21:54:47 #
This works for me:
If you have a camera sling and a large enough coat or jacket pocket with a zipper, just put on the sling with camera and lens attached and shove the lens barrel into your pocket, zip pocket around lens barrel and problem is cured, no lens creep, minimal camera flop.
Camera and lens are at the ready...... like quick draw mcgraw.
If you have a camera sling and a large enough coat or jacket pocket with a zipper, just put on the sling with camera and lens attached and shove the lens barrel into your pocket, zip pocket around lens barrel and problem is cured, no lens creep, minimal camera flop.
Camera and lens are at the ready...... like quick draw mcgraw.
Oct 8, 2014 22:48:37 #
boblwest45 wrote:
Here is what I use. If I remember correctly my cost was $.79 for 1/4 lb package.
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Yepper!!!
I use these as well...
I carry a bag of them in my gadget bag.
Also my friend, Dewitt Jones, sent to me six of his "Celebrate What's Right With The World" tan bracelets. I gave way all but two. Those are on my two lenses that have the "Creeps". The Canon 24 - 105 was the first to have this problem. My "Camera Guru" told me that there was nothing to do about it except the "rubber band trick".
The bracelets would the best - and they make a statement that I really like.
Oct 9, 2014 07:47:13 #
boblwest45 wrote:
Here is what I use. If I remember correctly my cost was $.79 for 1/4 lb package.
:thumbup:
Oct 9, 2014 09:15:42 #
Oct 9, 2014 09:32:31 #
Erik_H wrote:
Yeah! Then you would have a prime lens. :thumbup:Super glue would fix it...permanently! :)
Oct 9, 2014 14:28:51 #
oldgeezer3
Loc: SoCal
Erik_H wrote:
Super glue would fix it...permanently! :)
Does that make it a prime?
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