I've disassembled at least one lens with two interior (adjustable) tubes
joined with a strip of fabric tape. I don't recall the brand but it
wasn't a Sigma. Most likely a Kiron but possibly even a Zuiko. It
struck me as a good engineering solution to a lightweight and reliable
connection for something subjected only to minor, rotational stresses.
Chuck Norcutt
Andrew Fildes wrote:
> I remember someone posting a looooong time ago that when these high
> grade Sigma's first came out, a disassembly of one for repair
> revealed that it was held together with tape.
> Possibly duct tape and epoxy which should positively recommend them
> to this list.
> I suspect that Sigma has managed to overcome the SIGnificant
> MAlfunction label but it was a worry then.
> Andrew Fildes
> afildes@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
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>
> On 11/07/2007, at 7:47 AM, Chuck Norcutt wrote:
>
>> After examining some of the scuttlebutt on Sigma I concluded that most
>> of the complaints were about lower grade lenses. I think if you pay
>> $900 for one of these you'll get a good quality lens.
>> <http://www.sigmaphoto.com/lenses/lenses_all_details.asp?
>> id=3316&navigator=3>
>
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