Zoom lens slider
Jan 30, 2015 14:28:07 #
I have just received a "used" Tamron 18-200 zoom lens that I procured on E-Bay. The zoom slides too freely when the lens in less than parallel to ground. Is there an adjustment on these???
Jan 30, 2015 14:50:22 #
Bruce M. wrote:
I have just received a "used" Tamron 18-200 zoom lens that I procured on E-Bay. The zoom slides too freely when the lens in less than parallel to ground. Is there an adjustment on these???
you probably have what is known as lens creep.If when you hold the camera straight up and down and the lens creeps without help ,the only way to rectify that is to have a new gasket installed .Not a job for someone that hasn't done it before.One way to get around that is to put a large rubber band on the seam and manual focus.
Jan 30, 2015 15:01:13 #
Not a job for someone that hasn't done it before.
In that case nobody would ever do something that they haven't done before :) :) :)
In that case nobody would ever do something that they haven't done before :) :) :)
Jan 30, 2015 15:06:47 #
Bruce M. wrote:
I have just received a "used" Tamron 18-200 zoom lens that I procured on E-Bay. The zoom slides too freely when the lens in less than parallel to ground. Is there an adjustment on these???
If the problem is "lens creep", lots of easy solutions....get a lens band or a large rubber band - You may need to watch rubber bands that tend to decay with age and stick though.
http://www.google.com/webhp?lens%20band=&gws_rd=ssl#q=lens+band
Jan 30, 2015 15:07:03 #
tusketwedge wrote:
I have seen this method work to satisfaction, using a large diameter, wide rubberband, overlapping one edge of the focusing collar. The friction is adjustable, depending on how much of the rubberband touches the lens tube.One way to get around that is to put a large rubber band on the seam and manual focus.
Jan 30, 2015 15:55:05 #
Thanks, I believe I may have stumbled upon a solution. I've taped a very thin strip of Dymo Tape, about 1/16" wide along the barrell for about 1 1/2" and it seems to be working.
Jan 30, 2015 15:58:52 #
Bruce M. wrote:
Thanks, I believe I may have stumbled upon a solution. I've taped a very thin strip of Dymo Tape, about 1/16" wide along the barrell for about 1 1/2" and it seems to be working.
Good for you - that was a solution I had read about before.
I have a Sigma 170-500 that creeps like a mother.....it has not really bothered me so far, but one day it will I am sure! :)
Jan 30, 2015 16:11:50 #
Bruce M. wrote:
You may end-up with a sticky residue when the tape starts to age.I've taped a very thin strip of Dymo Tape, about 1/16" wide along the barrel for about 1 1/2" and it seems to be working.
Jan 30, 2015 18:39:42 #
Bruce M. wrote:
Thanks, I believe I may have stumbled upon a solution. I've taped a very thin strip of Dymo Tape, about 1/16" wide along the barrell for about 1 1/2" and it seems to be working.
the tape does work but you have to change the tape every time you want to change the focus or zoom.The wide rubber band can be pushed out of the way and but back in place when you are focused,or zoomed in or out. And it doesn't leave residue.
Jan 30, 2015 19:38:39 #
The tape residue (if any) can be removed quite easily since the tape strip does not extend below the major barrel diameter. The rubber band solution seems less harmful however.
Jan 31, 2015 05:56:25 #
Bruce M. wrote:
I have just received a "used" Tamron 18-200 zoom lens that I procured on E-Bay. The zoom slides too freely when the lens in less than parallel to ground. Is there an adjustment on these???
Lens creep is not unusual. As a matter of fact, many lenses have a lock to prevent that from happening. You can also buy or improvise an elastic band to put around the lens to keep it from moving. There must be a compromise between keeping the lens in place and being able to move it. Can you compare it with other zoom lenses?
Jan 31, 2015 07:10:16 #
You can also send it to: Amplis Foto
22 Telson Road
Markham,ON L3R 1E5
Tel 905-477-4111
They are the service center for Can.
22 Telson Road
Markham,ON L3R 1E5
Tel 905-477-4111
They are the service center for Can.
Jan 31, 2015 10:06:27 #
Nikonian72 wrote:
You may end-up with a sticky residue when the tape starts to age.
I have heard that soaking the lens in gasoline or even WD-40 will help to get rid of the sticky residue.
Dennis
Jan 31, 2015 15:01:41 #
dennis2146 wrote:
Bad dog! No biscuit!I have heard that soaking the lens in gasoline or even WD-40 will help to get rid of the sticky residue.
Jan 31, 2015 16:10:28 #
I'd ask for a refund from the seller. Sounds like it's pretty-well worn.
Just my 2 cents
Eddie
Just my 2 cents
Eddie
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