Loose Lens
Dec 7, 2011 06:22:44 #
My Nikkor 18-135 lens body is loose. Wide angle-zoom ajustment (body) is shaking/loose. My shots are not affected, but concerned it may get worse. Can this be fixed, should I attempt it, or seek professional help? Thanks for the help in advance!
Dec 7, 2011 18:32:06 #
I believe it's called "zoom creep." Mine does the same thing. It hasn't been an issue with shooting, but can be a pain when carrying it. You could contact Nikon for an estimate, then weight that against the cost of another lens.
if you weren't aware, the 18-135 isn't made anymore.
if you weren't aware, the 18-135 isn't made anymore.
Dec 8, 2011 06:57:52 #
the hawk wrote:
My Nikkor 18-135 lens body is loose. Wide angle-zoom ajustment (body) is shaking/loose. My shots are not affected, but concerned it may get worse. Can this be fixed, should I attempt it, or seek professional help? Thanks for the help in advance!
Use a "Lens Band":
http://www.petapixel.com/2011/10/27/lens-band-a-gel-bracelet-for-your-lens-to-prevent-zoom-creep/
Dec 8, 2011 10:20:09 #
Don't try it yourself. Zoom design can be very complicated. Something that seems simple can turn into a disaster. I had a cartoon in my shop that showed a customer at a counter in a camera repair shop pouring parts and springs and screws, etc. out of a paper bag with the line "Iwas going to fix it myself but thought why deprive a professional of his livelihood" If it's more than a few loose screws holding the mount to the lens it's best to locate a repair shop. If you can find a "real" camera store in your area they can point you in the right direction. In 20+ years in camera repair I hardly saw the same soom brand and model twice which means you start from scratch every time. Frustating and very time consuming
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