So, after just 8 days of ownership and 2 uses the brand new DA L 55-300 lens I purchased has broken. Was out this morning taking some shots of a lake and had the lens installed on my K-30 and both were atop my tripod sitting their peacefully when all of the sudden the lens just bent right off and hung there. I wasn't even touching it at the time. Is this normal behavior for this lens?
I was really getting to like this lens too and want to get it replaced. Question is should I contact the seller from which I ordered it through Amazon or Pentax? Or can I buy a metal lens mount to install in place of the fractured plastic one? Also, can I sue Pentax for punitive damages? I'm very hurt by this.
(jk, old jerky boys reference there, kids)
Thanks in advance for any helpful advice.