The lens (SLP18200) zoom lever control works properly, but the lateral w/H body camera zoom lever, don't move the lens...in this normal? What can I do
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Make sure in the settings that the zoom lever on the camera body is set to zoom for the lens. You can also set it to digital zoom and nothing. Maybe yours is set to nothing. Also check the "manual/servo" switch on this lens is set to servo
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Yes. Zoom and Focus are manual with the inner ring for the later. It s a little bit to freaky not so gradual control. Its endless so no physical connection with lens I guess.
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I wish I could help you but sadly I can't ! I bought the same lens and it works perfectly well ! It's on my camera (a canon T3 rebel) permanently except when I need my zoom ! Maybe you should try it on another camera ! It would tell you if it has a defect or not ! Sorry about that ! Arnaud.
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It has two controls for zoom, and you can use either. One is in front of the shutter release, and the other is on the lens. You change to manual focus in the menus. There are no control rings on the lens.
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One feature not mentioned so far is the ability to adjust the side lever for either "fast" or "slow" zoom. I use the lever at the shutter release button for coarse zoom and have set the lever for "slow." I use it for fine adjustment. Great system!
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Hi there, I use the big ring around the lense, its smoother and moves at your speed only unlike the two other finger button controls.
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I have had my lens for a year and love it. I do not experience any zoom creep by pointing then lens down, on its own. However if pointed down while traveling, it is easier to turn the zoom ring by bumping it against your body. However its very little.
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Yes zoom is handled on the lense itself. Though focus is the bigger concern. This camera will focus automatically, with a touch on the screen or you can also use a manual mode to focus as you would with an older camera. This allows for greater versatility, than "point and shoot" type cameras.
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Thanks for your reply. I don't think I have done anything to inhibit lens movement and I have wiped the lens mechanism several times with a soft cloth. I did contact Olympus but because my warranty period had ended several months prior, they were charging $189 just to diagnose and if it needed something "extensive" it would be an additional cost to repair it. I plan to purchase another camera instead of repairing it but it will not be an Olympus. Bummer, I really liked this camera when it worked.
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Anything you do to inhibit lens placement will cause zoom error. If you aren't doing anything to inhibit lens movement, maybe there's a bit of schmutz?Otherwise, call olympus and please post reply.Peter
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As MDA pointed out, the nodal point moves on all zoom lenses, whether or not the external barrel extends/retracts. I have shot panoramas with this lens's big brother (f/2.8) and been very satisfied with the results. I think this is a non-issue.
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Yes, the lens in this camera is incorporated in the body, you can´t change it. I had this one a few years ago, and it takes very nice pictures, but after two years the zoom's motor broke, and fix it cost almost the same as a new camera. A friend had the exactly same problem.
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I use my Rokinon on a Olympus body so I'm not sure I can help really. The lens is totally non coupled so the cam does not see it at all. I have to shoot in manual mode so you should make sure you are doing that also. Perhaps somewhere in a menu there is an option for attaching a non coupled lens? Mike
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All sensors work the same the only thing that doesn't work is AF (contacts lost), you have to manually focus but as with most small FL lenses you can just focus to infinity and hope for the best. Zoom lenses are very hard work with LCD screnes rather then a viewfinder and loss of AF.
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Sharon, by default, when you turn on the camera, the camera is already in a regular picture taking mode. However, when you use your finger to turn the zoom control slider switch which is directly below the shutter button, then the camera goes into the zoom (telephoto) feature. Just slide this zoom control switch all the way to the left for regular picture taking. Anyhow, go to the Panasonic support web site and download the instructions manual. Also, in the camera menu setup features, there is a option for turning off digital zoom. I think that is what you mean (?????). Sharon, please take the time to read and really play (experiment) with all the camera features. I plan on selling this model because the images are not up to my standards. Instead, I just purchased the Sony HX200V and the images are way better than the Panasonic FZ60K. Chuck
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Hello hello Rmauma...!The Little push-button on the side...is working...like the release-button...on your camera...Push it In...and turn the lens...same way...as your normal lenses.If the button...or the adapter is stuck...Perhaps try...to twist the adapter...just a fraction...in both directions...while pressing...on the button.This can givethe Little locking pin...enough room...to Work.Now take the lens...with the adapter...one hand on each...close your eyes...and let your hands Work...Hope this will help...Greetings...Jakob. Hello hello Rmauma...!The Little push-button on the side...is working...like the release-button...on your camera...Push it In...and turn the lens...same way...as your normal lenses.If the button...or the adapter is stuck...Perhaps try...to twist the adapter...just a fraction...in both directions...while pressing...on the button.This can givethe Little locking pin...enough room...to Work.Now take the lens...with the adapter...one hand on... » Read More Hello hello Rmauma...!The Little push-button on the side...is working...like the release-button...on your camera...Push it In...and turn the lens...same way...as your normal lenses.If the button...or the adapter is stuck...Perhaps try...to twist the adapter...just a fraction...in both directions...while pressing...on the button.This can givethe Little locking pin...enough room...to Work.Now take the lens...with the adapter...one hand on each...close your eyes...and let your hands Work...Hope this will help...Greetings...Jakob. « Show Less
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It is not motorized. You have to manually adjust it if you want to zoom in or adjust your focus center.