 Tom R. Fleeman |
loose lens I have a Nikon #1986 80-200mm F/208D lens It seems to be loose now when mounted on my D7000 camera. It moves about 1/8" or more turns. Could these be my problem with focus on some of my shots even using a monopod. Especially on longer shots. Thanks Tom.
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Tom R. Fleeman |
Sorry about that, it is an F/2.8 lens. Thanks Tim.
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- Gregory LaGrange Contact Gregory LaGrange Gregory LaGrange's Gallery |
If it moves enough so that the electronic contact points between camera and lens don't connect properly, the auto focus could be getting interrupted. I know you're guessing, but 1/8 an inch sounds like a lot. The flanges can get worn down over time from knocking against each other. But I wouldn't think that much You should be able to experiment with trying the focus when making sure the lens is aligned at the right spot and try it after you move it.
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Tom R. Fleeman |
You are right, after I posted I took it out and it doesn't move a lot but it does move I will test it out soon. I know it probably wouldn't have to move much when I am holding and taking football photos especially out at 200MM right?. Thanks I will let you know as soon as I take some test shots.
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Nicholas Semo |
Tom, I own 4 Nikon bodies and various Nikon lens, they all rotate a slight amount, it's common with the Nikon mount. If they lose contact you will get an error message on the top LCD..It bugged me for a long time but you learn to live with it. Nick.
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Tom R. Fleeman |
Thanks Nick I have had some shots from football scrimmage this weekend that some of the longer shots were not right on focus. I think I must still be moving a little to much with the action and not letting camera do it's job. I get a little pumped when they start moving. I just thought maybe the movement on the lens might be a problem. It doesn't really bother me I just didn't want it to not focus right. Thanks again appreciate the help, you too Gregory. Tom
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