Macro ring hard to rotate

[Larry Jones]

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The macro ring on my Q is hard to rotate when switching. I have not been able to compare with experiences of others, but, it does allow me to switch the lens between "normal " and "macro" positions. Any thoughts would be appreciated!

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[coleica]

"hard to rotate" is a relative term.  In my case, it offers greater resistance than when using the aperture ring or the focus ring.  I believe it is suppose to offer greater rotational resistance in order to prevent the photographer from accidentally switching from normal to macro mode and vice versa.  Just my $0.02 worth.

[Larry Jones]

Thanks for your reply! In my case, it takes all I can do to switch it from the macro position to the normal position and vice versa. Know it should not be that hard to rotate! The camera functions as it should and either the normal or the macro position.

Edited June 23, 2024 by Larry Jones

[Siriusone59]

I've owned a Q for several years and it has always been hard to switch between normal and macro.  Maybe it just needs more use to lighten or maybe it is intentional.  I never have had to worry about it getting switched accidentally.

[Larry Jones]

Well, OK. Maybe I shouldn't worry about it, since it does still function in the normal and macro modes. You may be right that I should use it more often and it may become easier to switch. 
Thanks for your comment!

[David Wien]

I dont have a Q, but a Q3, and have no problem with operating the macro switch. It might be marginally tighter than the focussing ring. The Q3 has knurlings that, in my opinion, could be better positioned on the ring.

David

[Larry Jones]

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Thanks for your reply! When I want to switch to/from the macro setting, I sometimes have to use something like a piece of rubber (like used to open a lid on a jar), or a piece of cloth to grip the knurlings! It is hard to grip them with fingers since it is so close to the camera body. Maybe after more use it will get easier.

[Corius]

17 minutes ago, Larry Jones said:

Thanks for your reply! When I want to switch to/from the macro setting, I sometimes have to use something like a piece of rubber (like used to open a lid on a jar), or a piece of cloth to grip the knurlings! It is hard to grip them with fingers since it is so close to the camera body. Maybe after more use it will get easier.

That's definitely not correct. As others have mentioned, my Macro ring is very slightly stiffer than the focus ring, but still easy to rotate with finger and thumb.

I would get it fixed or replaced ASAP if I were you.

[bobtodrick]

3 hours ago, Corius said:

That's definitely not correct. As others have mentioned, my Macro ring is very slightly stiffer than the focus ring, but still easy to rotate with finger and thumb.

I would get it fixed or replaced ASAP if I were you.

I'll second this.  It should not be that tight.  It's likely going to get more expensive to repair the longer you leave it.

[Larry Jones]

Since my earlier post today, I have made an effort to switch it back and forth multiple times, probably 30-40 times. Switching is a little easier now , and I can operate it with my thumb and finger. If it continues to improve, I'll assume it was lack of use by the previous owner! Otherwise I will send it to be serviced.