ShttrSpd Posted May 8, 2018 Share #1  Posted May 8, 2018 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hi Everyone,  I'm new to the Leica world and to this forum. Just purchased a used Leica Q and had a quick question for you guys.  Is it normal to hear the lens initialize upon powering up and shutting down? I've rented one not too long ago and don't recall it making this sound. I am aware of the OIS and whirling sound, though this sound I'm referring to is strictly when turning on and off the camera. I've research for the question to no avail.  Thanks in advance! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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DQ03 Posted May 8, 2018 Share #2  Posted May 8, 2018 Is it normal to hear the lens initialize upon powering up and shutting down? I've rented one not too long ago and don't recall it making this sound. I am aware of the OIS and whirling sound, though this sound I'm referring to is strictly when turning on and off the camera. I've research for the question to no avail.  Yes, the sound you hear during powering up and shutting down is completely normal. Do not worry. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShttrSpd Posted May 8, 2018 Author Share #3  Posted May 8, 2018 Appreciate your input DQ03! Anyone else that can put my mind at ease? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DQ03 Posted May 8, 2018 Share #4  Posted May 8, 2018 Appreciate your input DQ03! Anyone else that can put my mind at ease? I have been living with that sound since November 2016. Go out and take tons of photos, make it work hard for you and as long as it gives you excellent results, it is doing its job. You will be happy with the camera. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
microview Posted May 9, 2018 Share #5 Â Posted May 9, 2018 'the sound you hear during powering up and shutting down is completely normal.' +1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
prk60091 Posted May 9, 2018 Share #6 Â Posted May 9, 2018 +1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShttrSpd Posted May 9, 2018 Author Share #7 Â Posted May 9, 2018 (edited) Advertisement (gone after registration) Thank you all. Definitely appreciate the quick responses! Cheers! Edited May 9, 2018 by ShttrSpd Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
zampelis Posted May 11, 2018 Share #8  Posted May 11, 2018 (edited) Hi Everyone,  I'm new to the Leica world and to this forum. Just purchased a used Leica Q and had a quick question for you guys.  Is it normal to hear the lens initialize upon powering up and shutting down? I've rented one not too long ago and don't recall it making this sound. I am aware of the OIS and whirling sound, though this sound I'm referring to is strictly when turning on and off the camera. I've research for the question to no avail.  Thanks in advance!  Hello,  I recorded the sound of my Q when I turn it on and off. I turn it on and off two times. Does yours sound like that?  Leica Q Power-ON lens sound Edited May 11, 2018 by zampelis 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leica Guy Posted May 11, 2018 Share #9 Â Posted May 11, 2018 Â Hello, Â I recorded the sound of my Q when I turn it on and off. I turn it on and off two times. Does yours sound like that? Â Leica Q Power-ON lens sound Great idea. Over the last couple years various folks have wondered and worried about this noise. Your recording can be a reference for people going forward. Good job! 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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