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Potential problem with the 55-250mm

Started Jan 11, 2013 | Questions thread
amosf
amosf Contributing Member • Posts: 680
Re: Potential problem with the 55-250mm

Yeah. It's hard to judge. I just pulled mine out and tried to compare - but my 55-250 is relatively new and hasn't had a lot of use while my 18-55 is second hand and has seen a lot of use. The resistance is a bit greater on the 55-250 and my copy makes a little more 'mechanical noise'. My 18-55 is also the earlier mk I model.

The fact that it's heavier and larger makes some difference I think. But the main thing is you can tell when it's in and out of AF mode. As you say, neither lens is completely quiet.

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