How noisy is the lens when it extends?
1393442
There is hardly any noise. My daughter is pretty sensitive to noises, and she doesn't notice it. Hope this helps!
1429973
The motors are kind of noisy as with any motorized system. Depending if you have a quick release plate of not it will take you about 2 minutes to take the camera of or put it in. It's not bad. Changing lens should take you about 2-3 minutes also it's not bad either. I just uploaded a video of the un-boxing when I got it. I'm editing the review video then I will take some shoots with it
1190251
I also hear the noise of the engine when the Shutter is ready for shuting, but the noise level is small and it does not bother me. I wish you success!
1734674
It's quite loud. If you are looking for a quiet model this may not be for you.
1141157
It is a fairly noisy camera in terms of shutter and mirror operation. Shooting in live view will not relieve the situation, as the mirror recycles to the up position after each shot.
1697137
I smacked mine a couple of times on the side of the lens took an air can and blew in all the cracks and crevices, Put electronic endust on a lens cleaning tissue and forcefully pulled the telephoto lens out gently while pushing on the extension button and wiped it all clean several times. Even ran the tissue a ways into the crevice surrounding the lens. Somehow it started working again which thrilled me since Ehow wanted $176 just to look at it if I would send it in. It still sounds a little scratchy but I will continue cleaning it every use. It sounds like it has a minute piece of sand or something in it. Hope this will work for you.
1197456
It does put out some noise, but I do not notice it when I am watching a movie. The picture is outstanding and I love the 3D. you can find additional glasses by Samsung on Amazon for $19. I would also recommend buying a bulk pack of spare batteries from Amazon. at the store they are like $5 for 2, I bought a pack of 20 Sony CR2025 for $8.
711543
mine is ok,but if you hear a noise when you have it on autofocus mode,that noise is normal(its like ka,ka,ka)
471015
That is noise from the Canon M. I have the same problem. It sounds a lot better on records with less internal noise.
1190250
I haven't heard this noise on my lens when focusing. Are your images affected in any way?
1908111
Using very high ISO there is noise - otherwise it is manageable - particularly with a tripod.
779725
Depends where you mount it, sheet metal is very loud. But where I mounted it is out of ear shoot
339127
The clicking is normal. It stops when you attach the lens to your camera and power it on.
1820405
I'm still shooting with the xt I bought in May 2005. I shot with the kit lens for 6 months and then purchased this $70 50mm lens. I use this lens all the time and it's my primary portrait lens. I own several L lenses now and I still use this inexpensive lens all the time. Eventually I'll replace it with the 1.4 or the L version but until then, I can not say enough good things about this lens. Negatives are that the auto-focus hunts in very low light, it's noisy and it's built like a toy. On the other hand, I've taken it around the world twice and been shooting with it for 3 years and it still works like a champ. I'm still shooting with the xt I bought in May 2005. I shot with the kit lens for 6 months and then purchased this $70 50mm lens. I use this lens all the time and it's my primary portrait lens. I own several L lenses now and I still use this inexpensive lens all the time. Eventually I'll replace it with the 1.4 or the L version but until then, I can not say enough good things about this lens. Negatives are that the auto-focus hunts in very low light, it's noisy and it's built like a toy. On the other hand, I've taken it around the world twice and been shooting with it for 3 years and... » Read More I'm still shooting with the xt I bought in May 2005. I shot with the kit lens for 6 months and then purchased this $70 50mm lens. I use this lens all the time and it's my primary portrait lens. I own several L lenses now and I still use this inexpensive lens all the time. Eventually I'll replace it with the 1.4 or the L version but until then, I can not say enough good things about this lens. Negatives are that the auto-focus hunts in very low light, it's noisy and it's built like a toy. On the other hand, I've taken it around the world twice and been shooting with it for 3 years and it still works like a champ. « Show Less
1629774
I no longer use it because the lens was noisy even when not in immediate use. On the plus side you get 18-250, a very wide range for an all-purpose lens. It is not particularly fast so you might have problems in the evening, and at extreme settings it produces vignetting on the picture. I wouldn't recommend it, but if you use a Sony camera system that's what you're stuck with.
1268963
I've gotten used to the way mine mounts I guess. I would describe the difference as "clunky" or not as smooth but it shouldn't be a significant difference. It's an excellent lens that I shoot with weekly.
1734203
It's noisier than my Zeiss 12mm. Doesn't bother me. I love the convenience of just throwing this camera in my bag. Small imprint! Nice!