Any tips to avoid scratching your lens? Some comments say 'too tight' and damaging the lens or camera. How to avoid this?
1532192
Scratching the lens could only result if one didn't take the time to carefully attach the adaptor.
545165
Mine does the same thing. Not pleased with it at all. It will also come loose form the lens real easy. It just won't stay tightened. Don't know what else to buy. I just quit using it on my tripod. Wouldn't recommend this at all, I give it a 00000000!!
409859
It's funny that you ask - I bought the bundle which included this case, the exact same camera you are talking about, and a mini tripod. Using the 14-42 (which is the smaller of the two lenses), it doesn't fit in the case without a whole lot of squishing. I'm worried about scratching the camera, it's that tight of a fit. I don't know what camera they made this for, or perhaps only for use with a fixed-length lens. The cardboard insert that came with it says "for the E-PL series," but I don't know if those are smaller. I'm ready to ditch this "free" case and find something else. Hope this helps you out! It's funny that you ask - I bought the bundle which included this case, the exact same camera you are talking about, and a mini tripod. Using the 14-42 (which is the smaller of the two lenses), it doesn't fit in the case without a whole lot of squishing. I'm worried about scratching the camera, it's that tight of a fit. I don't know what camera they made this for, or perhaps only for use with a fixed-length lens. The cardboard insert that came with it says "for the E-PL series," but I don't know if those are smaller. I'm ready to ditch this "free" case and find something... » Read More It's funny that you ask - I bought the bundle which included this case, the exact same camera you are talking about, and a mini tripod. Using the 14-42 (which is the smaller of the two lenses), it doesn't fit in the case without a whole lot of squishing. I'm worried about scratching the camera, it's that tight of a fit. I don't know what camera they made this for, or perhaps only for use with a fixed-length lens. The cardboard insert that came with it says "for the E-PL series," but I don't know if those are smaller. I'm ready to ditch this "free" case and find something else. Hope this helps you out! « Show Less
60497
No, but there's a small chance anything might harm the lens in my opinion. Coverage is great but just like phone cases the camera lens is exposed. Hope this helped
179769
So I played with this thing and it seems that the separate strip that is elasticized should wrapped around your lens first. Then the interior fixed strip run underneath it (so that it slides freely, more or less) and then hooked to the velcro in the inside of the cover. Doing this will keep the cover in place on the lens and won't effect AF, but if you have a push/pull zoom lens mounted, it likely will be restricted depending on where you wrap to first piece around the lens. Awkward at best and maybe unnecessary except under some unusual conditions. Clearly, this cover is meant to be installed out of the weather for use in the weather. So I played with this thing and it seems that the separate strip that is elasticized should wrapped around your lens first. Then the interior fixed strip run underneath it (so that it slides freely, more or less) and then hooked to the velcro in the inside of the cover. Doing this will keep the cover in place on the lens and won't effect AF, but if you have a push/pull zoom lens mounted, it likely will be restricted depending on where you wrap to first piece around the lens. Awkward at best and maybe unnecessary except under some unusual conditions. Clearly, this cover is meant to be... » Read More So I played with this thing and it seems that the separate strip that is elasticized should wrapped around your lens first. Then the interior fixed strip run underneath it (so that it slides freely, more or less) and then hooked to the velcro in the inside of the cover. Doing this will keep the cover in place on the lens and won't effect AF, but if you have a push/pull zoom lens mounted, it likely will be restricted depending on where you wrap to first piece around the lens. Awkward at best and maybe unnecessary except under some unusual conditions. Clearly, this cover is meant to be installed out of the weather for use in the weather. « Show Less
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There is an adapter ring that must be screwed on to the front of the lens - it's a little tricky to get it to stay there. Once that is on you can screw on any of the filters. I only use the uv filter, mostly as protection from dust and scratching. There is a lens cover that fits over the added filters, but it is sometimes more trouble than it is worth, especially when I want the camera ready for quick shots. I have not used the macro filters at all, so can't say anything about them, or the polarizer or fluorescent filters either. And I couldn't make the rubber hood work - it shows up in the photos as rounded edges. There is an adapter ring that must be screwed on to the front of the lens - it's a little tricky to get it to stay there. Once that is on you can screw on any of the filters. I only use the uv filter, mostly as protection from dust and scratching. There is a lens cover that fits over the added filters, but it is sometimes more trouble than it is worth, especially when I want the camera ready for quick shots. I have not used the macro filters at all, so can't say anything about them, or the polarizer or fluorescent filters either. And I couldn't make the rubber hood work - it shows up in the... » Read More There is an adapter ring that must be screwed on to the front of the lens - it's a little tricky to get it to stay there. Once that is on you can screw on any of the filters. I only use the uv filter, mostly as protection from dust and scratching. There is a lens cover that fits over the added filters, but it is sometimes more trouble than it is worth, especially when I want the camera ready for quick shots. I have not used the macro filters at all, so can't say anything about them, or the polarizer or fluorescent filters either. And I couldn't make the rubber hood work - it shows up in the photos as rounded edges. « Show Less
125847
I have had this happen a couple of times on my camera (purchased December 2011). I am not sure why it is getting stuck like that; when it happens for me, the whole camera freezes up. The only way I have found to "un-stick" the lens cover is to pop the battery out and put it back in, which seems to "re-set" things.
2009072
There should not be scratches on a lens. I own several lens but not the one mentioned. None the less, a scratch free lens is mandatory.
2009069
Mine was and is free of scratches. Did you receive a scratched lens, and if so, return it for a new one. The 60mm macro is great.
1570047
Hey there,I have been using the eagle eyes clip-ons and have not scratched my lenses.There are rubberized tips on the clips to prevent damage to your lenses.
475735
Thanks for all the responses. For what it's worth, I'm experimenting placing the camera sideways in the case with the camera handle facing up. I'm using one of the velcro straps, parallel to, and raised a bit from, the bottom to keep the lens from resting on the bottom from the case.
2009068
I don't understand the question. If you are asking if a new lens should have a scratch on its lens the the answer is NO!!!!!!!!!
1286553
Have the same problem-seems my auto lens cap is NOT opening automatically. I have to tap it to open and tap it to close, losing the shot some of the time...
205779
My adapter ring had threads to screw into the end of the lens. You have to be very careful, so to not cross thread it and ruin it while attaching the ring. But mine screwed into place and has been very useful. I keep the UV filter on all the time, so I don't scratch the lens.
177307
The lens retracts fully into the body of the camera, then there is a built in lens cover that closes like tiny hangar doors. Keep it in a little neoprene case and it'll be just fine.
2093433
This should not have happened, possible threads crossed or put on too tight or put on when uv lens was warm then contracts when cool and locks. Best advice is go a reputable photo shop and they will help if all else fails.
1010450
Every lens I own has a filter on it. It is the cheapest protection you can get and eliminates the lens cap which can cause you to lose a shot. A filter can be replaced after being damaged which is far cheaper than ruining the front element. That being said, I would recommend a high quality filter, I use B+W, to avoid image degradation.