Play in zoom ring of 24-105/4L?

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p.1 #1 · Play in zoom ring of 24-105/4L?

I just bought a new 24-105/4L IS. The zoom operates smoothly, but there's a millimeter or two of play in the ring when changing direction. This is noticeable and makes a slight knocking sound. Is this par for the course with the 24-105, or do I need to send it to Canon to tighten it up?

Aug 26, 2012 at 06:58 AM

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p.1 #2 · Play in zoom ring of 24-105/4L?

Mine has no play when going from 24-105 or 105-24. YMMV.

Aug 26, 2012 at 07:19 AM

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p.1 #3 · Play in zoom ring of 24-105/4L?

I'm not sure I was clear above. On a continuous zoom from one end to the other, there's no play or slip. I'm concerned about a bit of wiggle where the ring can move slightly back and forth before the mechanism catches and the elements start to move. This 'play' exists at any focal length with my copy.

Aug 26, 2012 at 07:44 AM

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p.1 #4 · Play in zoom ring of 24-105/4L?

Mine developed some play after about 5 years of heavy use. Super sharp however, so I don't mind at all.

Aug 26, 2012 at 07:50 AM

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p.1 #5 · Play in zoom ring of 24-105/4L?

Lots of plastic parts, so a little play is normal. Mine gets a wee bit tighter when shooting in summer sun. Tolerances can't be as tight as the old style metal zooms of yesteryear. My lens hood is loose as a goose too and is getting worse by the month. The zoom play haven't changed much on my sample for the last 6 years.

Aug 26, 2012 at 08:43 AM

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p.1 #6 · Play in zoom ring of 24-105/4L?

Thanks, good to hear it's not an anomaly.

Aug 27, 2012 at 06:25 AM

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