I purchased one of these, it makes a noisy zooming sound, is there a way to fix this ? or is this normal ?
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I personally own a 1000G and 1500G, but, based on their performance, I would say that "a noisy zooming sound" is not normal! Other than the occasinal beep, due to power lose, they make just about no sound! I would recommend calling APC and talking to them about it! http://www.apc.com/site/support/index.cfm
2075997
No it is not normal. I purchased about 15 of them for our government engineers and no noise related problems with any of them.
2075998
Mine is almost completely silent. I would recommend contacting the manufacturer. I wish i could be of more help. Best of luck.
2075999
Not sure what sound you're experiencing, but it should be very quiet. There is a vague electrical hum if you were to get right up next to it, but that should be it.
92205
Does the lens make a noise when it auto focuses or zooms? I make YouTube videos and if my camera zooms in the middle of me talking in a video that would just be distracting and awkward. :/
1980140
I have had mine for several years, and no problems whatsoever. It sounds like yours is defective and you should see about having it exchanged.
711547
I just bought the G9 and it makes almost a crinkling noise when I turn it on and off and when I zoom the lens. I realize it makes some noise when zooming, but this sounds more like paper being crunched. Anyone else have this problem?
1134254
I had the same problem for a while. it was some sort of "zoom lock". Finaly came on and displayed the warning "Zoom Lock". Eventually had to replace the camera. Sorry if bad news.
160796
The reason usually sited is that the zooming motor will cause too much noise in the audio. Cameras like the TZ1 and Fuji's S700 have an internal zoom mechanism (the lens doesn't go in and out of the camera) and therefore don't register noise at the microphone. I did find one (can't remember which) that still had an external zoom but a whisper quiet motor so it allowed for zooming during video. Some cameras won't allow mechanical zooming but digital zooming. Hope that helps.
1559501
Hi Kevin, I have experienced this noise. I bought it brand new and returned and exchanged it and the second television did this as well. You can read my comment on the comments page. Did you resolve this problem? CJ
2044906
It may be the VR, which can make a clicking sound and humming sound. Turn it on and take shots, then turn off and take shots and see if there's a difference. Also, just test it when taking a shot; if it clicks and stops after the photo has been taken, it's the VR and nothing to worry about. VR includes little motors in the lens, so it's just those motors working.
753412
Hi - I do not think this is "normal" - mine didn't rattle - that sounds to me like the camera has something broken inside. I would return and get a replacement. It may work great now....but what about the future? However, I am no expert. Best of luck
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Try reinstalling the software. Mine acts that way sometimes. I know the camera price is low end of this type of camera, and I didn't expect a superior audio hardware. Given the fluctuation of the audio quality, I assumed the buzzing issue has more to do with either the camera software or the internet connection or both, more so than the hardware itself (other wise why I get better audio than buzzing sometimes?)
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http://www.learningdslrvideo.com/t2i-7d-disable-agc-rode-videomic/ Its not the mic ... its the camera. Either use the work around at the above link or http://www.learningdslrvideo.com/zoom-h4n-review/ you have to get a separate audio recorder and link it to the video in post. If you get frustrated, just remember the T2i is a PHOTO camera. Just appreciate that you are now shooting movie quality video for under a grand. At least that's what I tell myself to help me fall asleep at night. :)
711543
mine is ok,but if you hear a noise when you have it on autofocus mode,that noise is normal(its like ka,ka,ka)
2231421
I've had the same problem! I've noted that the cheap knockoffs are noisy, even one I bought retail has some buzz. I guess w these you get what you pay for.
90043
Yes!!! I have this problem as well! It's so upsetting because this is supposed to be a high quality camera. And I don't feel like spending $500 for a second camera. Have you found the solution for this? If you look at my YouTube channel: APurposeDeep, you can see that my first 2 videos were recorded with it and the quality is very poor :(
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I did not have any problem with motor noise so far. I use zoom a lot since I use my camcorder recording my son's marching band, although recently I started using a separate digital recorder for better audio. I hope this helps.
104578
Yes - I just bought one - got it on Friday, today's Sunday and I hear incessant camera noise and the unit itself just doesn't have loud enough playback. Haven't found a way to increase volume through the editing process.
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Jenna, I do not have this issue. There is a slight noise while focusing but not a loud noise. Possibly take to a local camera store to checkout? Good luck. Rich.