Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1998/04/25
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]> One thing though I would like to ask fellow luggers who use the R8. I > have noticed that if you manipulate the 70-180 APO on the R8 (like > focussing), there is some play on the lens mount (only some millimeters > but it can be felt). The same thing happens on Canons and slightly worn Nikons. I doubt it is anything to worry about. Just one of the weaknesses of bayonet mount. I think the extent of the problem is related to how strong a spring is in the mount keeping everything tight. - -- Chris Bitmead http://www.ans.com.au/~chrisb mailto:chrisb@ans.com.au Unix: You think it won't work, but if you find the right guru, you can make it work. Macintosh: You think it will work, but it won't. PC/Windows: You think it won't work, and it won't.