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Subject: [OM] Shift lens construction
From: "Lex Jenkins" <lexjenkins@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Sat, 19 Aug 2000 16:37:32 GMT
I've searched the archives before asking this question, so...

The Zuiko 35/2.8 shift lens appears to use two methods to retain the forward portion of the lens in the shifted position:

1. Felt or similar material to prevent creep when camera/lens is oriented horizontally;

2. Shims to prevent creep when camera/lens is vertically oriented.

I couldn't find enough specific information in the archives to determine which wears or needs adjustment soonest. I would have guessed the felt material would wear quickest while the approximately U-shaped shims would last quite a while without loosening becoming evident.

However I might be misunderstanding how the mechanisms operate.

Can anyone offer additional information on this particular lens design?

Lex
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