Tight extension tubes and lubricant and strong wrists. What are we
talking about?
AG
On Tue, Oct 27, 2020 at 12:31 PM Brian Gray via olympus
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>
> Hi
> Following the need identified when I photographed a trapped wasp, I have
> purchased a pair of Me*ke automatic micro 4/3rds extension tubes from the
> Bay for use with my OMD-EM5 and the kit lens. They have arrived very
> promptly and function on the camera but I am a little concerned because
> they are a very tight fit with each other, camera and lens, much more so
> than my Olympus Zuiko extension tube which needs to be used with an adaptor
> and Zuiko lenses. And I have a reputation for a strong wrist for many
> purposes!
> Should I consider a touch of some lubricant to help the sliding metal
> surfaces, perhaps a silicone oil using a drop on a lint free cloth to
> apply? Or is that asking for trouble?
> Any advice appreciated.
> Brian
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