I was not able to remove it from my lens...the silver tab couldn't be pressed...what can i do?????
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You should be able to remove the M-mount lens from the adapter by sliding the button towards the rear of the adapter. In other words, the button slides backwards towards the camera, the button is not pressed down towards the lens. Hope this helps.
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It took me a while to figure out, too, so hopefully this description will help you. So, the lens on the camera has a black ring around it. That has to come off in order to put the adapter on. The first time I took it off was a little hard because I was afraid of breaking it or something, but once you do it once, you'll have no problem doing it again. There should be a point on the ring that sort of juts out a little bit. You have to use that to sort of twist it off. It might help if you put a flat knife or something underneath to get a good grip, too. Just see what works for you. But once you get the black ring off, you can putt he adapter on, you just have to make sure that all the points line up with the grooves in the camera. Then it should snap into place, just the same way the black ring on the camera was. Once the adapter is on the lens just screws right in. I hope that helps...
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There is no tool to unscrew the adaptor. The only thing I csn think of is when you mounted the adaptor was you did not mount it correctly aligning the marks. You should mount the adaptor to the lens first then to the body.
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Dear, Yes, I have the same problem. The only way to open & close the lens is with the switch on & off botton. KR
1564043
I haven't had anything like that happen to mine. I was just looking at the lens and honestly I can't see what might fall off in the way of a thin, plastic circle or ring. If the camera is still operating properly then I'd say keep taking pictures. With hope the now-missing circle/ring hasn't left an opening where dust and dirt can get into the lens or the camera itself. Keep us posted.
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I smacked mine a couple of times on the side of the lens took an air can and blew in all the cracks and crevices, Put electronic endust on a lens cleaning tissue and forcefully pulled the telephoto lens out gently while pushing on the extension button and wiped it all clean several times. Even ran the tissue a ways into the crevice surrounding the lens. Somehow it started working again which thrilled me since Ehow wanted $176 just to look at it if I would send it in. It still sounds a little scratchy but I will continue cleaning it every use. It sounds like it has a minute piece of sand or something in it. Hope this will work for you.
2126610
I found it difficult to remove also. It can be removed. I believe it is with the use of the little silver button.
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just pull it out, there's a hole right above the camera. Stick it when a pen or just use your nail
1366810
Try taking out the battery..I have had that happen before with my other Kodak cameras, but it was only temporary..I just fiddled with it until it worked. Some times the lens gets stuck...hopefully you won't have to get a new one.
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I am having trouble as well, I've tried everything, including the paper clip and a thin blade tiny screwdriver. I cannot budge it. Anyone??? Heeeeeeeeeeeelp!!!!!A. OLOTT did you ever get yours off???
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If the lens doesn't retract all the way, slide a piece of paper in between the lens barrels. Try turning it on. This fixed mine tonight. I think the lens wasn't seated properly.Don't do this unless you are sure it's out of warranty.
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I unscrew the screw. Because in order to get the screw on the otherside of the metal tab that controls the aperture, I unscrew the screw, hold the tab with my finger and screw the screw in so that the tab catches on it. Then reverse it to take it off. I don't know if that's the proper way but it works and doesn't damage anything.
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I have found that when I have had difficultly removing something that uses the threads on a lens or other filter on the lens, wrap your hand around the end of the lens for several minutes and use the heat from your hand to expand the lens or protective filter. Then try to unscrew the adapter from the lens. I have used this technique to remove my polarizer several times when it has been difficult to remove. Remember that the threads on the adapter are plastic and very fine and can be crossed easily. The adapter does not need to be tight to hold the weight of the light ring. Good luck and enjoy the macro world. It is amazing what you can see. I have found that when I have had difficultly removing something that uses the threads on a lens or other filter on the lens, wrap your hand around the end of the lens for several minutes and use the heat from your hand to expand the lens or protective filter. Then try to unscrew the adapter from the lens. I have used this technique to remove my polarizer several times when it has been difficult to remove. Remember that the threads on the adapter are plastic and very fine and can be crossed easily. The adapter does not need to be tight to hold the weight of the light ring. Good luck and... » Read More I have found that when I have had difficultly removing something that uses the threads on a lens or other filter on the lens, wrap your hand around the end of the lens for several minutes and use the heat from your hand to expand the lens or protective filter. Then try to unscrew the adapter from the lens. I have used this technique to remove my polarizer several times when it has been difficult to remove. Remember that the threads on the adapter are plastic and very fine and can be crossed easily. The adapter does not need to be tight to hold the weight of the light ring. Good luck and enjoy the macro world. It is amazing what you can see. « Show Less
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There's a little tab that locks the adapter onto the lens. You can see it engaging if you look while connecting the adapter to the lens. The first time I tried to connect, I bent the tab trying to force the adapter and the lens wouldn't lock. I had to bend the tab upward with pliers so it would engage the lens. It was all good news from there.
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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.
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There is a button on the side of the-adapter, you need to pull out or push in to un mount the lens
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If the release mechanism doesn't work properly and it is stuck, be VERY careful. I damaged two lenses with a cheap adapter that was not machined properly. Take it to a pro if you are not good at working on things.