topic Re: Zoom adjustment in EF & RF Lenses

Zoom adjustment

denlee — Wed, 30 Jul 2014 14:50:18 GMT

Is there anyway to safely lubricate the zoom adjustment on my Rebel? Mine doesn't turn as smoothly as it should. There is no place in our area of western Kansas that repairs cameras.

Re: Zoom adjustment

Stephen — Wed, 30 Jul 2014 15:59:51 GMT

hi denlee!

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So that the Community can help you better, it could be helpful for the community to know which lens you're using with your Rebel.

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Re: Zoom adjustment

ebiggs1 — Wed, 30 Jul 2014 16:25:23 GMT

"Is there anyway to safely lubricate ..."

In a word, no. It is a very bad idea. Your friend is UPS, so I would send it to Canon service for evluation but beware this can be expensive and may cost more than a new lens.

Re: Zoom adjustment

denlee — Wed, 30 Jul 2014 20:14:26 GMT

I was afraid of that but just in case anyone may have a different idea as to what I might try, the lens I have a problem with is the one that came with the camera...EFS 18-55mm.
But thanks for responding!