Why is my 18-55mm lens blurry after removing a screw-on wide-angle attachment?
Asked 6/8/2015
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I’m new to DSLRs and have a camera with an 18-55mm kit lens. I used a screw-on wide-angle lens attachment, and after taking it off, my regular lens is now blurry even in Auto mode. What could cause this, and what should I check first?
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Photography Stack Exchange contributor
11y ago
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Actually, this just happened to me and the last answer scared me until I realized that I had left a piece of (the bottom half of) the new lens attachment I'm using, on the camera! :) LOL So check again! (I know this is a year later for the original question) :).
But yea, you might have done like me and just need to REALLY unscrew that bottom half of your new lens attachment off of the camera too. After I did this, my lens worked perfectly no blur etc. just like before.
This post did make me aware though to be mindful of how I attach and use my lens attachments with my lens, and to just be mindful of everything previously mentioned in the other answer. Hope this helps everyone. I had to share this relieving discovery. :)
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First, check whether part of the wide-angle attachment is still screwed onto the front of your 18-55mm lens. Some add-on converters come apart, and it’s possible to remove only the front section while the rear ring stays attached. That can cause blur or prevent the lens from working normally.
If nothing is left attached, the other likely issue is damage from mounting or twisting the add-on while the lens was set to autofocus. That could affect the focus mechanism and leave the lens unable to focus properly, especially at distance.
So the best first steps are:
- Inspect the front of the 18-55mm lens carefully for any leftover adapter ring.
- Remove any remaining attachment pieces completely.
- Test the lens again.
If it’s still blurry after that, the lens may need service or replacement.
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