The unthinkable
Sep 16, 2019 18:57:43 #
As much as I agree that camera equipment should be insured when the numbers begin to roll into the thousands, making a claim for a repair that is relatively low in value ISN'T always intellgient. I'd advise you investigate how many claims you policy will cover before it becomes an astronomical number or you get dropped by the insurance company. Sometimes it's better to just absorb the human error by opening your wallet.
To the original OP, if your sending in your lens for repair, it might be worth your while to include your camera and have it inspected. Problems can develop over a period of time and may not be initially noticed.
To the original OP, if your sending in your lens for repair, it might be worth your while to include your camera and have it inspected. Problems can develop over a period of time and may not be initially noticed.
Sep 16, 2019 19:57:22 #
NotAnselAdams wrote:
We are a family; that's something else many folks don't understand.
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Not Ansel.
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Not Ansel.
I think I understand. My Son was squad leader for both of his tours, and was greatly respected by the members of his squad. I know this because I met some of them after they were discharged.I had the privilege of meeting his senior drill instructor right after graduation. Boy was I impressed. I was able to observe my Sons and several of his platoon brothers hero worship of him.
3 months ago, I moved into an apartment complex. Within a few days I met my neighbor
And discovered he was a disabled Navy Veteran who is also an amputee(leg). We were fast friends the first day. I am also disabled. We check on each other several times each day.
I was a CNA for awhile several years ago. I was offered cash to become one of his care givers. I flatly refused , when asked why, I told the person, that I consideredi it an honor and a privilege to care my friend, and that I would not sully my honor or his by accepting money for taking care of a hero. I am now a voluntary member of his care giving team.
The reson why I resigned my position as a CNA, was because I was under direct orders to lie to my patients family members about their condition. I refused. Because, after all a man's honor is his gift to himself.
Sep 16, 2019 20:56:30 #
Sep 16, 2019 21:45:39 #
Sep 17, 2019 09:57:48 #
User ID wrote:
Uh huh. The 50 kept all the mass close
to the camera body so when you dropped
the whole outfit, it didn't tumble wildly as
a body-plus-zoom-lens does. That allows
you to predict the point of impact and get
the toe of your shoe in there before the
camera hit. Basics, basics, basics.
to the camera body so when you dropped
the whole outfit, it didn't tumble wildly as
a body-plus-zoom-lens does. That allows
you to predict the point of impact and get
the toe of your shoe in there before the
camera hit. Basics, basics, basics.
Sounds like you’ve had this experience! I dropped a camera and lens once through my own fault ONCE. You definitely take extra precautions after that.
Sep 17, 2019 10:03:19 #
Bob Mevis wrote:
I looked carefully at the lens mount with a magnifying glass and can no discernible damage. In fact if I hold it firmly in place it will auto focus, it just won't lock in place on the body. I've decided to look on it philosophically. A hard lesson learned, and honestly, I had made the decision to replace that lens with the 18-140mm zoom. It is what it is.
I never buy the extra insurance offered when purchasing a new lens, but that might be a good idea when you purchase that new lens!! It is protection against drops and falls.
I had the 18-140 lens and it is a good all around lens. I also had the 16-80/2.8-4 and I liked that one even more.
Sep 17, 2019 11:27:16 #
Bob Mevis wrote:
About an hour ago, I was taking my D500 with the 18-105 lens off my tripod and it slipped out of my grip. It fell on carpet. The lens came of and is trashed. I put my only other lens, a Nikon 50mm f/ 1.8 on the body. Thank God, the body is fine. Now I get to save for the Nikon 18-140 zoom.
And this is why I have insurance on all my camera gear. it cost $1.00 per thousand and pays 100% replacement. I have this through State Farm. A couple of years ago, while in some rough terrain, my tripod fell over and my 14 - 24 F2.8 lens jammed the lens. It cost $362.00 to repair and State Farm picked up the entire amount.
Sep 17, 2019 16:49:07 #
Bob, I believe it was Bette Davis who said, "Getting old ain't for wimps". Sorry for your troubles, but at least it was the camera and not you that fell.
Rick
Rick
Sep 17, 2019 16:57:41 #
lsaguy wrote:
Bob, I believe it was Bette Davis who said, "Getting old ain't for wimps". Sorry for your troubles, but at least it was the camera and not you that fell.
Rick
Rick
Thank you. I had a stroke several years ago. It took 8 weeks for me to learn to walk again. I picked up so many bumps from all my falls that I hardly feel any pain anymore. But,I will be mpore careful with my gear in the future.
Sep 17, 2019 17:58:45 #
lsaguy wrote:
Bob, I believe it was Bette Davis who said, "Getting old ain't for wimps". Sorry for your troubles, but at least it was the camera and not you that fell.
Rick
Rick
Yes, if you want to grow old, you better not be a cowered.
Sep 17, 2019 18:58:46 #
I'll be 86 in a month or so and am looking forward to getting old. I had a stroke about 5 months ago and am now in process learning to walk, now getting around with a cane.
Sep 18, 2019 02:48:49 #
eugenehinds wrote:
I'll be 86 in a month or so and am looking forward to getting old. I had a stroke about 5 months ago and am now in process learning to walk, now getting around with a cane.
I wish you a speedy recovery. I to, have to use a cane. May God be with you!
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