Could a slight internal movement after dropping my Sony 20mm f/1.8 G indicate lens damage?

Asked 8/16/2024

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I dropped my Sony SEL20F18G from about 1 foot onto a linoleum floor. The lens looks fine on the outside, but when I turn it upside down I can feel a slight movement inside, almost like a component shifts into place depending on whether the mount end or front end is facing down. Could this indicate internal damage, or is it something that may be normal if the lens still appears to work?

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alec

1y ago

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Certainly sounds like something inside it is broken.

But the proof of the pudding is in the eating. If it still takes good photos, it's probably okay. Would I keep using it as an amateur? Sure, because it would cost me a significant amount to even get it looked at. Would I rely on it if I were a professional photographer? No.

Originally by Philip Kendall. Source · Licensed CC BY-SA 4.0

Philip Kendall

1y ago

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A new rattling or shifting sensation after a drop can be a sign that something inside has come loose or been damaged. The practical test is how the lens performs: if autofocus, aperture operation, and image quality still seem normal, it may still be usable.

That said, a lens shouldn’t develop a new internal movement after an impact without reason, so it is something to watch closely. If you’re using it casually, you might keep using it while checking for focus errors, unusual noises, or degraded image quality. If you depend on it professionally or need full reliability, it would be wiser to stop relying on it and have it inspected.

Could a slight internal movement after dropping my Sony 20mm f/1.8 G indicate lens damage?

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