Does your Lumix TS3 rattle. When I shake the camera I hear internal parts clicking. It appears to be fully functional, but I don't recall any other camera I own making a noise when I shake them. Any one else hear this or should I return it? Does your Lumix TS3 rattle. When I shake the camera I hear internal parts clicking. It appears to be fully functional, but I don't recall any other camera I own making a noise when I shake... » Read More Does your Lumix TS3 rattle. When I shake the camera I hear internal parts clicking. It appears to be fully functional, but I don't recall any other camera I own making a noise when I shake them. Any one else hear this or should I return it? « Show Less
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Yes, I've noticed that mine rattles too. When holding the camera in its normal "landscape" position and moving it forward and back, something inside sounds loose. But, this rattling goes away when the camera is turned ON. As you've observed, the camera seems fully functional. I plan to try to check with Panasonic customer support to see what they say before I return it. Do you have any new info?
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This is a silly question but is it tightly on the camera? I've had that happen twice. The first time it was loose. The second time it was on "no flash"
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Hi. When the camera is switched off or the lens detached, the motor is disengaged so the focus elements and/or aperture rattle around. I had one of these for a while, and the 30mm version and both did the same thing. I never got the sense that anything was in danger of breaking and as soon as you turn the power on everything snaps into place.
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It never does for me, I am very happy with it. It is a nice little camera for the price. There might be something wrong with your camera. Perhaps they can send you replacement. Amazon is good doing so. I hope it helped
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Yes, the clicking noise seems to be a 'normal' thing. Mine has done it from the beginning. I was not as worried about it as several reviews I read before purchasing mentioned the same clicking noise. The noise has continued and the mixer works great. (I owned for 1 year). Soooo I guess it is to be expected -- ie 'normal'!
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The rattle is perfectly normal when the camcorder is turned off. It has a tiny gyro in the stabilization mechanism that sort of flops around when not powered up. (most camcorders with a good stabilization system make the same noise) The rattle goes away when the camcorder is powered up. If the rattle is still there when the camcorder is turned on you have a problem.
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Sam, Thanks for the question. I primarily take still shots so I do not know much about the shaking. It is a very good, hight quality all around lens. I'll give it a video test run and get back to you on the results. Best, Jonathan
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I seem to have the same problem. There is a faint buzzing/hissing noise (coming from the lens area) whenever the camera is on, and while filming video this noise is magnified many times. What I'm wondering is whether this is just a standard problem, or whether there is a subset of these cameras that make the buzzing noise, or whether there is anything we are doing "wrong". Edit: Well, after some more testing and looking at video taken with this camera posted on youtube (there are plenty), it seems like this is normal. Slightly annoying, but I don't think it's noticeable when you are filming outdoors. Anyway, I'm stil happy with this camera as it has an amazing combination of features, and I can really find no other faults with it. The 720P video quality is as good as or better than I would expect, and the sound seems great as well (aside from the buzzing).
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Hi MRK. Thanks for your update!As I said, I checked that it was not on mute and still nothing. I actually tried what you said yesterday, but just in case I tried it again today and still no playback sound, no shutter sound... Nothing. I can see the volume bars go up and down but I still hear (guess!): Nothing.This is not my first PowerShot. I truly love them and, even though the playback sound is not perfect, is still does give an idea of how things are going.Oh well, already contacted Amazon for an exchange.Nice to hear your luck was different! Enjoy!
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I bought the TS3 and TS4. I always take care to close the door well and clear. But i don't know how the water came in to the cámara. And it happens two times.
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Thank you for your observation. The reason I was worried is that my d700 doesn't rattle and it is really alarming to get a long awaited $3000 camera and have it sound as if it has a screw or small part bouncing around inside. I'd love to hear from any others who have received their d800's as to whether they rattle also.
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I have a slight noise on mine only when using the onboard microphone. Since I do not use this microphone, it is not an issue. I have hung a rode NTG 2 on the camera and recorded sound as close to the lens as the internal microphone. Not an issue. All Camcorders do this...... Manual operation will eliminate the noise as well. Good Luck!
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Readnrider:Your D700 should have a faint rattle sound, with the flash down, when you turn it on its side or shake it up and down. (minus your strap related accessories)If not, then your pop up flash catches are getting stiff or sticky or your hearing is going. J/K.
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I don't think rattling is good. I'd take it to a camera repair shop that you trust.
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I have been totally delighted with my Lumix camera. It takes great pictures and I had no trouble with any defects. Mine works perfectly and is the best camera I've ever owned for functionality, ease of use, quality of pictures and cost. It's a terrific little camera. My experience has been totally positive.
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Personally, I haven't had a problem with minor movement or taking a picture on the move, briefly stopping for the pic, and moving again. We just completed a trip to Europe, and the photos were fantastic. Sharp and clear. But I think it's up to you and how steady you think your hands are. Most new cameras today, like Sony, have image stabilization. But there is a point where stabilization and shaky become two different things.
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I've never had that problem although I do know that you really need to hold the button down until you hear the shutter click almost an old-fashioned film camera or the picture won't take. Hope you find a solution to your problem!