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Normal noise level of AF with 18-55mm lens

Started Nov 10, 2017 | Discussions thread
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TinkerPhil New Member • Posts: 15
Normal noise level of AF with 18-55mm lens

Hi there,

I just got an X-E3 with the 18-55mm kit lens and really like the camera. I just have a question or two about the auto focus  noise level of the lens.

When I first got the X-E3, the touchscreen moved slightly when pressed especially in the corners. So I went back and exchanged it for another one. This one only has a very slight response in one corner.

However, I feel the auto focus on the lens is a lot louder and I'm not sure if it's normal or if I should go back and exchange again.

I don't recall hearing the focus working this loud in the first lens I got. 
When I record a video and refocus I can clearly hear the sound even when there is moderate noise (from a TV for example) in the room.

Any idea if this still normal or if the lens might be a bit off and should be exchanged?

thanks for any help here, just want to make sure I'm not spending $1200 for a lemon.

 TinkerPhil's gear list:TinkerPhil's gear list
Nikon D90 Fujifilm X-E3 Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-105mm F3.5-5.6G ED VR Fujifilm XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS HDRsoft Photomatix Pro +1 more
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