kane_hsieh Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 I just got an E420 + 25mm kit (jumped ship from Nikon), and I was playing aroundwith it. There seems to be some resistance to twist the lens into the mount. Theresistance is consistent throughout the turn, but it just feels tougher thanother mounts I've used. Is this usual? I don't want to freak out unnecessarily. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sngreen Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 New lenses on new camera often (if not always) feel tight. It will not break unless you keep on turning it past the lock click. Does 25mm have plastic mount? I am just curios. - Sergey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wharridge Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 Metal mount. I had a play with a 25/2.8 a mate was reviewing for a magazine article and noticed the same thing (on my E-510). I do think it's stiffer than my other lenses but I think it's compounded somewhat by the fact that there isn't much to hold onto with this tiny lens. ...Wayne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david-w Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 I've found the same with almost every lens on my E1, E500 and E510 bodies, including the OM adapter, so I'd assume it's normal. It does seem quite tight especially with smaller lenses; the OM 50 can be slightly tricky to get on. It could be down to Olympus's approach to dust sealing? However, I must admit I kind of appreciate things which fit 'properly' like this. I always found that the fit on my 20D was a bit sloppy. Certain lenses could actually be shaken slightly on the mount, which does not inspire confidence much! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diego_k. Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 I would appreciate any thoughts about the combo as you use it. I intend to buy a similar one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richsimmons Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 After 2 years all of my lenses are still quite firm. I like it, makes it feel solid. I just twist slowly and firmly on and off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
godfrey Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 The ZD 25/2.8 was tighter to fit and with a slight roughness at first onto my E-1 and L1 bodies. After four weeks use, and normal lens changes, it still feels a mite snug, but very smooth like all my other lenses. I'm liking this lens a lot. It is a very good performer and makes for a very handy camera/lens combination in size and weight. Godfrey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patrick j dempsey Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 The smaller diameter of this lens compared to the larger zooms probably gives you less mechanical advantage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seismiccwave Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 Yes mine is tight also. The lens is so small there isn't much to hang onto while I twist. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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