Posts for: Just Trying To Focus
Mar 3, 2017 21:21:52 #
robertjerl wrote:
Since it is an older lens it could just be wear on the contacts. If the lens mount is at one end of the tolerance range and the camera mount at the other and the contacts on the lens have even a microscopic bit of wear then the contact could be iffy and heating due to the small amount of power through the contacts could cause it to lose contact.
The contacts do look like they could be worn.
Mar 3, 2017 09:11:45 #
Klsing wrote:
I have a 70D and have used a very old Tamron with no issues until about a month ago same error message. Now it is doing it on my very old Rebel. I think my basically inexpensive 25 year old lens might be done. I would definitely send in the lens to Canon and let them look at it.
Thanks. I'll have to think on that. I just spent $495 to repair the 70D when it froze while in video mode, and they had to replace the PCB (computer board??). I then spent more money and purchased the 80D because the 70D was going in for repair. Not sure I am ready to spend the money to repair the 24-105. I purchased it used from a professional photographer several years ago. I may be better off to save up the money and put it toward a new lens.
Mar 3, 2017 08:51:36 #
haroldross wrote:
It sounds like the ribbon cable in the lens is defective.
Its odd that it still works fine on the 60D and 70D.
Mar 3, 2017 08:43:04 #
I have an older 24-105 F L lens that I purchased used several years ago. It works fine with my 60D and 70D. But when I put it on the 80D, it will take one or two shots, then gives me "Error 1" which is a communications error, and tells me to clean the contacts. I've done that to no avail. My other Canon lenses and Tamron lenses work fine on the 80D, but not the 24-105. Canon tech support tells me there is no known issue.
Has anyone else had this problem?
Has anyone else had this problem?
Feb 24, 2017 12:21:05 #
catchlight.. wrote:
I am curious why anyone would need a "back up... (show quote)
Just last week, a friend asked me to take some photos at her wedding. It was a second marriage, a small, private affair in her home, and she didn't hire a professional. I took my Cann 80D with Canon 24-105mm L lens. I also took my Sony A6000 and had a flash attached and the Sigma 19mm f2.8. Just as the bride and groom were pronounced man and wife, I started getting a communications error saying my lens wasn't communicating properly with the 80D. I was EVER so glad that A6000 was right there on the ready. I missed "the kiss", sadly, but was able to pick up from there.
Feb 21, 2017 12:47:33 #
SQUIRL033 wrote:
Just a few more owl shots, in case you aren't sick... (show quote)
These are just gorgeous!!!!! I rarely see an owl, and have never had an opportunity for a shot like these!!!
Sandy
Feb 20, 2017 13:04:22 #
tdekany wrote:
Why do you shoot raw if you don't process them? Wouldn't that be the reason why one would shoot raw?
I don't know what the original poster's reason for shooting RAW and not processing is, but here is my own personal way of doing things. I don't like the amount of space RAW files take up, so I only use RAW when I'm shooting something special, like photos from a wedding, or a family photo. When I shoot RAW I shoot RAW+Jpeg, and if the Jpegs are good enough, I delete all the RAW files. I'm just a hobbyist, though.
Sandy
Feb 16, 2017 16:23:59 #
jerryc41 wrote:
Thanks for posting. Let us know how the update works.
Happy to report the lens came back all cleaned (I had a lot of dust in it) and works great on the 80d as well as 60 and 70d bodies. 😊
Feb 13, 2017 18:22:34 #
guligian wrote:
I shot family Christmas pictures, created a file "Christmas 2016" on my PC, transfered the photos from my SD card to the folder on my PC (I thought!), now the folder is empty.
In the meantime, I have reformatted the SD card and taken more pictures on the SD card. Does any one have any magic solutions to recover my Christmas pictures . . . and saving my marriage!!??!!
In the meantime, I have reformatted the SD card and taken more pictures on the SD card. Does any one have any magic solutions to recover my Christmas pictures . . . and saving my marriage!!??!!
Can you search the computer for files dated 12/25/2016?
Feb 13, 2017 16:30:41 #
Hal81 wrote:
On the back roads near my place.
Again, I say "if walls could talk…"
Feb 13, 2017 07:54:49 #
billnikon wrote:
Sony HX50V mint off ebay, one of the sharpest pocket camera's ever produced.
I have a Sony HX50V and do like it for outside shots, GREAT for hikes when you don't want to carry alot. The downside is that there is no optical viewfinder. The upside is there is a hotshoe and I have a 3rd party flash I got from Amazon that works on it.
These were taken with the HX50V.
Feb 12, 2017 21:57:44 #
Wingpilot wrote:
I have the FZ200. It's an older camera, but it fi... (show quote)
The FZ200 does have a great reputation. I've a friend who has one and gets great photos.
Feb 12, 2017 21:27:46 #
Photolady2014 wrote:
Winter birds!
These are all beautiful, but I especially like the one with the snow covered line branch!
Sandy
Feb 12, 2017 13:47:39 #
HG Law wrote:
I'm going on a trip to Asia and am looking to acquire a good travel camera as I do not want to carry all of my lenses. I am looking for a camera with good image quality, has at least a 25 X zoom, and an articulated screen. Also, I do not want to break the bank. I do want more than a point and shoot. I have no particular brand preference. I have been looking at the Lumix FZ series. Seems good. Any suggestions?
You mention Panasonic FZ series. The FZ300 has a zoom to equivalent of 600mm, and has a steady aperture of F2.8 all across the zoom range, which would be a great feature in lower light. I have a Nikon P900, which has an 83x zoom (2000mm equivalent) but the aperture ranges from F2.8-6.5, so it's not a good performer in low light.
Sandy
Feb 11, 2017 23:39:46 #
elgazer wrote:
So much to learn, with so little time. I wish I'd chosen photography when I was a lot younger.
Currently capturing reasonable images with my Canon EOS 1100D, which I love with the 75-300mm lens, but I'm not entirely happy with the colour and resolution, therefore, looking to purchase a Nikon. Is there a big difference?
Currently capturing reasonable images with my Canon EOS 1100D, which I love with the 75-300mm lens, but I'm not entirely happy with the colour and resolution, therefore, looking to purchase a Nikon. Is there a big difference?
Is your 75-300 lens stabilized? If it doesn't have built in image stabilization in your lens, then you may get less than sharp images in all but great lighting unless you're using a tripod. Just a thought.
Sandy