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Zuko 35-105 aperature control problem?


glenn_stauffer1

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I picked up a Zuiko 35-105 f3.5-4.5 lens on ebay and I'm not satisfied

with the way the aperature control works. If I hold the ring at 3 and

9 o'clock, the control is stiff and rough - it works through the

range, but not smoothly. If I hold the ring at 12 and 6, it works

smoothly. I have agreement from the seller that I can return it for a

refund, but, before I do, I'm trying to determine if the lens is in

need of repair or this is just characteristic of this lens model. This

particular lens is in nice shape otherwise and does not appear to have

been dropped.

 

Any idea what causes the aperature control to work like this?

 

Thanks, Glenn

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Sounds like it needs the attention of a service tech. I have a 35-105, and have experienced no problems with the aperture ring. Sounds like yours has either been knocked/dropped (despite appearances) or seized up somehow to prevent the parts moving freely.

 

It is up to the buyer to ask detailed to establish the condition, though if asked the seller should really have told you about the aperture. At least he/she is prepared to offer a refund.

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