Hi my 18-200mm VR (version 1) of more than 2 years have been giving me some issues lately. It takes a while to focus sometimes and there is a lot of noise like grrrr grrr.... The image quality is still ok. The focus is fine sometimes after some churning noise.
I took it down to NSC and was quoted about $360 for replacement of VR parts and SW motor plus general cleaning. A new lens cost slight over $1000.
Now this is a little ridiculous as this cost about 35% of a new piece.
A gentleman I met at the NSC told me to just keep the lens and buy another new one. Whats your opinion and advice. Thanks.
I took it down to NSC and was quoted about $360 for replacement of VR parts and SW motor plus general cleaning. A new lens cost slight over $1000.
Now this is a little ridiculous as this cost about 35% of a new piece.
A gentleman I met at the NSC told me to just keep the lens and buy another new one. Whats your opinion and advice. Thanks.