Pentax 18-55mm da wr wobbles

Captmatt · 02-07-2012, 05:11 PM

Just received a used 18-55mm DA WR lens, and was wondering if it is normal to have a little wobble in the lens. The other one I have, the 50-200mm DA WR is reasonably tight. Can anyone advise if this is normal or should I return it? Thankshttps://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/images/smilies/confused.gif

Adam · 02-07-2012, 05:23 PM

A little bit is to be expected of a used lens- but what part of it is wobbling? If it's more than a slight movement, or if the lens zooms and focuses by gravity only, I would return it.

**blackcloudbrew** · 02-07-2012, 06:00 PM

I have a nearly new one and it wobbles just a bit. Sounds normal to me.

Captmatt · 02-07-2012, 06:38 PM

Thanks, It just wobbles around the part that extends, and noticeably less when mounted, so I guess you guys are right and probably normal. The focus and zoom are smooth and don't extend on their own, and the lens is sharp enough for it's intended purpose, so thanks again.

02-07-2012, 05:11 PM	#1
Captmatt Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Homer, Alaska Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 101	Pentax 18-55mm da wr wobbles Just received a used 18-55mm DA WR lens, and was wondering if it is normal to have a little wobble in the lens. The other one I have, the 50-200mm DA WR is reasonably tight. Can anyone advise if this is normal or should I return it? Thankshttps://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/images/smilies/confused.gif

02-07-2012, 05:23 PM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,594	A little bit is to be expected of a used lens- but what part of it is wobbling? If it's more than a slight movement, or if the lens zooms and focuses by gravity only, I would return it. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

02-07-2012, 06:38 PM	#4
Captmatt Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Homer, Alaska Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 101 Original Poster	18-55mm WR Thanks, It just wobbles around the part that extends, and noticeably less when mounted, so I guess you guys are right and probably normal. The focus and zoom are smooth and don't extend on their own, and the lens is sharp enough for it's intended purpose, so thanks again.

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blackcloudbrew Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Cotati, California USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,460	I have a nearly new one and it wobbles just a bit. Sounds normal to me.

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