Should it rattle? I'm guessing not. I just received my lens from Amazon and noticed a rattle as I was unpacking it. Unfortunately it kept rattling one I got it mounted on the camera. The noise is coming from the rear. Should it rattle? I'm guessing not. I just received my lens from Amazon and noticed a rattle as I was unpacking it. Unfortunately it kept rattling one I got it mounted on the camera. The... » Read More Should it rattle? I'm guessing not. I just received my lens from Amazon and noticed a rattle as I was unpacking it. Unfortunately it kept rattling one I got it mounted on the camera. The noise is coming from the rear. « Show Less
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I too noticed the rattling noise that you're describing. I did some research on the Web and found that it was nothing to worry about as the noise disappears when the lens is powered. However, should your lens continue to rattle once mounted and POWERED on, then return it for a replacement. Hope this helps
1138389
My experience with this lens is that there is a slight rattle when you shake the lens. But I guess that's normal. The lens however is working properly.
1138390
I don't know what really your definition is rattles but it does have some sounds when you shake it, sound more like the mechanism of the optical stabilizer. Other than that, does not give any issue to the image quality.
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It will make noise if the lens is on auto focus. But it you put it on manual should be able to just use it like any other lense
1974694
It is a noisy lens, but so is the 50mm f/1.4. When back focusing it sounds a bit like a small electric toy car (it doesn't have an ring ultrasonic motor) and when locking focus there is a small click like sound. That's perfectly normal.
73690
I've been using this lens for several months now and I do not hear such a sound as described. You should probably have it checked out.
1833478
Def not. I have two of these, and neither of them make any type of rattling sound.
1279292
No mine does not rattle or anything. Mine feels solid. I'm wondering if the adhesive that holds the battery has come loose on yours.
573136
Hi. I don't recall the wrench having a consistent rattle. I would tighten the tension to midway - about 15 MN or so- and use the wrench. I don't think a rattle should occur. At the loosest setting some small rattle may exist.
2123504
I don't think rattling is good. I'd take it to a camera repair shop that you trust.
1517442
I have the same lens and it's my favorite lens. Mine does not make any noise like you've described.
572834
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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There are a number of things that could be happening. . . . is it blurry image, or camera shake. . . have you shot anything that is sharp. . . this is a very heavy lens and requires a bit of expertise to handle. . . . let's eliminate the obvious before jumping to conclusions about the lens. . . . my email address is bobglicksmith@me.com. . . send me an email and I'll be glad to setup a time to talk with you . . . . bgs.
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!!!!!!!!!
1465372
Mine rattles too. I just picked it up and shook it. I never noticed this before. I guess it is normal. Good question. Glad I could help. I don't have any other problems with it.
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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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It is not the lens covers rattling, it is the optical element unit inside, could be because of the image stabilization mechanism as Vincent stated, but whatever the part is, I find it impossible to believe that this the way a major manufacturer like Canon designed it. Probably the latch designed to hold it when powered off is broken and not grabbing it. That said I don
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It is normal. Not saying it's not annoying, but both Nikon and Canon DSLR pop up flashes make a subtle rattle when the flash is in the down in the closed position. Here's why: Most built in flashes have a set of tiny articulated hinges. One part pivots and has a slot or track that the other part is keyed into and slides along it. Some just a hinge that slides along a track on the base of the flash. Without getting into too much mechanical moving parts theory, the hinge is designed to hold the flash unit squarely in place while able to fold or collapse down at an angle or arc. This requires to have loose sliding hinges that can freely and rapidly pop up via a spring. The loose parts are what you hear "rattling" or shifting under the flash when you tilt or shake your camera. When the flash is up, the hinges are taught. So no sound. You might ask; why don't they make the loose part more tight or put some kind of damper under it when closed? Because it would hinder the free movement it needs to quickly pop up with minimal wear and tear of thousands of times it will be used over the life of the camera. In the case of the D800; It has a free moving hinge track, or "catch" and a stationary "hook". It's the hinge part that you hear shifting at rest. I own / have owned Nikon D100, D300s, D700, and now the D800 and they all have that rattle. Also, I used to do minor repair on Canon, Nikon DSLRs and it was normal. So, after all my rambling, nothing to worry about. Unless you are shooting video. Using only the built in mic. And are shooting crazy angle movements. That will be a prob for audio, since the mic is directly under the flash base. In which I will tell you to use an external mic.
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I was just googling the same thing.. Haha.. My detachment rattles as well.. Is this normal