Originally posted by Alizarine Just going to ask everyone with an SDM lens, how is the SDM AF on their glass holding up recently?
My DA*50-135, which I got January of 2013 (with a serial number probably indicating it was a new batch from late 2012) has lasted throughout the year without a hiccup. Anyone else who bought an SDM lens lately? (1 to 2 years). I've heard before that the failure rate is common in the first and second year of use before...
The AF on my two SDM lenses is holding up pretty good. Bought a new 50-135 in mid 2009. Heavily used in all kinds of conditions ( rain, snow, beach, crowds, theaters), not babied. My primary portrait lens.
Bought a used 17-70 about two years ago, workhorse lens. Delivered a good size print order today, most made with 17-70. Happy customer.
This is from last Sat.