18-55 will not lock to XT-20

[airbusky]

Was just shooting this morning with my 18-55 and XT-20 and all was well. Picked it up this afternoon and screen was grayed out and showing f 0. Checked the lens and it is not locked to the body. Tried another lens (23 F2 WR) and everything works fine. 18-55 still will not lock to the camera and is not functioning.

Any ideas? Thanks

[jlmphotos]

Check the mounting plate on the rear of the 18-55.  Make sure the screws are tight. Sometimes they come loose, and will interfere with mounting.  I have two copies of the 18-55 and my one copy has had that happen due to constant use. I would also clean the contact points on the lens just for sh*ts and giggles.

Doesn't sound like it's the camera body itself if other lenses work.

Let us know how you make out.

[airbusky]

Thanks Jorge,

I checked all of the screws and they are tight. I have now discovered that the lens is looseing contact with points if rotated all the way onto the camera. Rotating it back just a bit will put the lens back into operation. The lens is still not locking onto the body. I have had this lens for years with moderate and careful use. Disappointing. My other prime lens works fine on the body so I agree that it is the lens. Any repair shop recommendations? I'm on the west coast.

[airbusky]

It appears that I have solved the problem. A very small piece of debris was found in the receiving hole for the locking pin on the lens. The lens now operates normally and locks to the camera. I hope this may help someone else on the forum.

[jlmphotos]

Aaaaaha!  I knew that!  Just Kidding.   But that's great news for you.

[airbusky]

On 12/12/2021 at 3:41 PM, jlmphotos said:

Aaaaaha!  I knew that!  Just Kidding.   But that's great news for you.

Thanks Jorge, Your post made me take a close look at the back of the lens.👍

[jlmphotos]

No prob!  Thanks for the note.