SMC DA*50-135 gone bad

davieFL · 08-17-2008, 11:23 AM

I have a SMC DA*50-135 lens for 2 months and all of the sudden, the autofocus, which is usually extremely quiet (or shall I say totally quiet), started making a squeaky noise during focusing.

Minutes later the autofocus sound began sounding even louder, like a cheaper zoom lens. Also the camera is really struggling to focus.

The camera works ok with other lenses so I am pretty sure it's the lens, not the body.

Saddly, I am going to Peru (including machu picchu) in 2 weeks...and probably without that lens.

What should I expect from Pentax warranty support (I live in Florida)?

Any experiences to share?

ghost · 08-17-2008, 02:49 PM

some WD-40 will fix that right up!!!

I have no idea. My lens took like 4-5 weeks to get back in my hands from Pentax Canada. Good luck though!

Here is my experience with Pentax Canada. My 50mm would not focus to infinity, so I took it in to Henry's (a Canadian retail store) and they sent it away. After the 5 weeks I got it back. I took it out of the box and I looked at the lenses, and on both sides there were little scratches like it was put it in a vise. So now Pentax has it again because on top of the scratches, it would still not focus to infinity. So I hope that Pentax USA is a little better for you!

borno · 08-17-2008, 04:12 PM

I think a firmware function to switch to screwdrive if the focus motor failed would be nice. Then we could use regular teleconverters. Hope you get it back in time for your trip

Fl_Gulfer · 08-17-2008, 04:23 PM

I would call them and explain the situation. Maybe if you gave a credit card number and sent yours in they would send you one to use on your trip.

little laker · 08-17-2008, 04:55 PM

I think this is the first time I've heard of a 50 - 135 going bad Davie,
I hope that you get it back on time for your trip. And have fun on it.

Originally posted by ghost

some WD-40 will fix that right up!!!

I have no idea. My lens took like 4-5 weeks to get back in my hands from Pentax Canada. Good luck though!

Here is my experience with Pentax Canada. My 50mm would not focus to infinity, so I took it in to Henry's (a Canadian retail store) and they sent it away. After the 5 weeks I got it back. I took it out of the box and I looked at the lenses, and on both sides there were little scratches like it was put it in a vise. So now Pentax has it again because on top of the scratches, it would still not focus to infinity. So I hope that Pentax USA is a little better for you!

Sorry to hear about that Ghost.

Pentax USA is 1000x better than Pentax Canada

I've seen the Canadian division say an obviously faulty camera proved to be good. It would freeze up every few minutes.

ve2vfd · 08-17-2008, 06:33 PM

I don't want to hijack this thread but I also had AWEFULL service from Pentax Canada...

cajuncutter · 09-29-2008, 07:58 PM

What was the outcome of your lens? I just bought one from a member here and I tried it out when it arrived this afternoon and it is squeaking like crazy. It seems to be a little slow on the focusing as well. I hope I did not just get takin for a ride

Last edited by cajuncutter; 09-29-2008 at 08:36 PM.

08-17-2008, 11:23 AM	#1
davieFL New Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 7	*SMC DA50-135 gone bad** I have a SMC DA*50-135 lens for 2 months and all of the sudden, the autofocus, which is usually extremely quiet (or shall I say totally quiet), started making a squeaky noise during focusing. Minutes later the autofocus sound began sounding even louder, like a cheaper zoom lens. Also the camera is really struggling to focus. The camera works ok with other lenses so I am pretty sure it's the lens, not the body. Saddly, I am going to Peru (including machu picchu) in 2 weeks...and probably without that lens. What should I expect from Pentax warranty support (I live in Florida)? Any experiences to share?

08-17-2008, 02:49 PM	#2
ghost Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Barrie, ON Photos: Gallery Posts: 174	some WD-40 will fix that right up!!! I have no idea. My lens took like 4-5 weeks to get back in my hands from Pentax Canada. Good luck though! Here is my experience with Pentax Canada. My 50mm would not focus to infinity, so I took it in to Henry's (a Canadian retail store) and they sent it away. After the 5 weeks I got it back. I took it out of the box and I looked at the lenses, and on both sides there were little scratches like it was put it in a vise. So now Pentax has it again because on top of the scratches, it would still not focus to infinity. So I hope that Pentax USA is a little better for you! Last edited by ghost; 08-17-2008 at 02:55 PM.

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08-17-2008, 04:12 PM	#3
borno Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: md-usa Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,580	I think a firmware function to switch to screwdrive if the focus motor failed would be nice. Then we could use regular teleconverters. Hope you get it back in time for your trip

08-17-2008, 04:23 PM	#4
Fl_Gulfer Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Florida Gulfer Photos: Albums Posts: 3,054	I would call them and explain the situation. Maybe if you gave a credit card number and sent yours in they would send you one to use on your trip.

08-17-2008, 04:55 PM	#5
little laker Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,697	I think this is the first time I've heard of a 50 - 135 going bad Davie, I hope that you get it back on time for your trip. And have fun on it. Originally posted by ghost some WD-40 will fix that right up!!! I have no idea. My lens took like 4-5 weeks to get back in my hands from Pentax Canada. Good luck though! Here is my experience with Pentax Canada. My 50mm would not focus to infinity, so I took it in to Henry's (a Canadian retail store) and they sent it away. After the 5 weeks I got it back. I took it out of the box and I looked at the lenses, and on both sides there were little scratches like it was put it in a vise. So now Pentax has it again because on top of the scratches, it would still not focus to infinity. So I hope that Pentax USA is a little better for you! Sorry to hear about that Ghost. Pentax USA is 1000x better than Pentax Canada I've seen the Canadian division say an obviously faulty camera proved to be good. It would freeze up every few minutes.

08-17-2008, 06:33 PM	#6
ve2vfd Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Montreal, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,433	I don't want to hijack this thread but I also had AWEFULL service from Pentax Canada...

09-29-2008, 07:58 PM	#7
cajuncutter Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Louisiana Posts: 243	What was the outcome of your lens? I just bought one from a member here and I tried it out when it arrived this afternoon and it is squeaking like crazy. It seems to be a little slow on the focusing as well. I hope I did not just get takin for a ride Last edited by cajuncutter; 09-29-2008 at 08:36 PM.