Questions tagged “lens damage”

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What are the small projections at the edge of a used Nikon 70-200mm lens element?

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John

11d ago

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

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alec

2y ago

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Is a wobbling Nikon PC-E 24mm tilt knob normal?

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Photography Stack Exchange contributor

2y ago

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Dropped Canon PowerShot SX70 HS; lens is bent, stuck extended, and clicks

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2y ago

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Nikon 35mm lens makes scratching noise when autofocuses after a drop

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3y ago

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Dropped Nikon 18-55mm kit lens is bent and won’t zoom — can it be fixed?

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6y ago

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What are the colored streaks in my Nikon 50mm f/1.4D front element, and will they affect image quality?

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6y ago

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Will a front-element coating defect on an RB67 90mm lens affect my photos?

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6y ago

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Do tiny scratches on a lens rear element noticeably affect image quality?

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7y ago

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What causes a colorful C-shaped mark inside an old Vivitar 28-85mm lens?

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7y ago

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What are faint streaks on a vintage lens front element, and can they be removed?

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7y ago

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Can lens damage ever improve objective image quality?

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7y ago

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Is the crack on my Nikon 70-300mm actually a damaged front filter, and what should I do?

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8y ago

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Can marks on the rear lens element be cleaned, or should I return the lens?

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user59085

9y ago

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Can scratches on a lens be removed or repaired at home?

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10y ago

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Why does a lens still form a full image when the front element is partly blocked or damaged?

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11y ago

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Will a tiny chip or crack on a lens element affect image quality, and should I use the warranty?

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11y ago

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Why do older lenses often get dents only on the filter ring?

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13y ago

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How can I tell whether a drop damaged my camera body or lens?

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13y ago

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Does a UV/protective filter reduce or increase lens damage in a drop?

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13y ago

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