camera and lens repair

[Magix]

I had my 10D shutter assembly replaced at the Canon facility in Irvine a while back for something like $200. I'd check with Canon to see if they can take a look at it and give you an estimate, which will better allow you to decide whether to go ahead with the repair or wait for the 30D.

 

[captaincrash]

The past history of announcemnt dates on this line of DSLRs from Canon are as follows. The last 4 models averaged 16 months between intros - and the last 2 models had 18 month intervals between introductions. I predict they will announce the next replacement on the 30D in August of 2007! Here is the history as reported by DPR.

The 30D was announced on 21 Feb of 2006
The 20Da was announced on 1 June 2005 (special Astronomy optimized model not in sequence)
The 20D was announced on 19 Aug 2004
The 10D was announced on 27 Feb of 2003
The D60 was announced on 22 Feb of 2002
The D30 was announced on 17 May of 2000

So after the D30 it was 22 months til they announced the D60
After the D60 ot was 12 months til they announced the 10D
After the 10D it was 18 months til they announced the 20D
After the 20D it was 18 months til they announced the 30D
So 18 months after the the announcement of the 30D is Aug of 2007!

That's about 55-70 days from now! I am gonna hold out to see what the next generation brings us! And then I'll make a decision as to what to get - or repair.

Thank You folks for your experiences and feedback!

 

[TXDisneyGirl]

Does anyone have any experience using the Casio Factory Repair Center? I have a Casio Exilim S600 and the LCD screen is cracked. I have checked with a few places here, but I think it would be cheaper just to use Casio. I just wanted to be sure they were pretty reliable and fast to get it fixed. Any thoughts?

 

[Quicklabs]

I called Olympus and learned that the repair to my E-500 can be done for about $190.
The camera is 2 1/2 years old. Between me and my YKW, one of us says YES and the other says NO!
Votes please---repair or not? What would you do?

 

[AndrewWG]

I say repair it. However, if you don't think you will ever be using it again, I guess it is useless to you. Don't know what you could get on ebay for it, but that could be an option. Then maybe you would have a little money to put towards your new Nikon lenses!

 

[YEKCIM]

I'd be inclined to toss the Oly body, eBay any Oly lenses and accessories you may have and invest the money saved on the repair and whatever you can get for the other Oly stuff on building your D80 system. If the body were same brand and lens mount as the new camera, repairing and keeping the old one would make more sense...at least to me.

~Y

 

[DueyDooDah]

I think it depends on how much I had wrapped up in lenses and accessories, and if it was doing the job or not. If it lacked options that I thought were necessary, it would add to the weight of a new purchase. If I had been getting the photos I wanted, it would add to the list for keeping. I'd rather spend $190 than $800-1600 any day, so there's that, too.

 

[Pea-n-Me]

I might consider selling it as is at a discount on Craigslist. Or repairing it and then selling it on Craigslist. I don't think I'd want two completely different systems.

What do you have for lenses?

 

[Quicklabs]

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I might consider selling it as is at a discount on Craigslist. Or repairing it and then selling it on Craigslist. I don't think I'd want two completely different systems.

What do you have for lenses?

 

[Master Mason]

If it will get used then it is probably worth fixing, if you just get it back and it sits then you wasted your money.

 

[dr_zero]

I found a lens I'm interested in the filter on the front is broke (looks like it was dropped) the filter is toast but the from element looks to be ok.
Now to get the filter off I can try my trusty filter wrenches but if I can get the filter off the ring will probably still be bent. I remembered seeing a lens vice one so I went looking and found a couple.

So to my question does anyone here have any experience with these and how did it turn out?

I also found a rather cool website with lots of info on camera repair that others might find interesting.

Matt's Classic Cameras: Repair Tips
http://www.mattdentonphoto.com/cameras/repairtips.html

 

[fhirleighinn]

well, if the problem is just with the front filter, then you might not have a problem. But, it can be relatively easy, if the lens was dropped, for thier to be damage inside the lens. The focus or other internals may be messed up, or when the front filter broke, it could have sratched the front element.

Sounds like this is an auction, and the question to ask, is why didn't the person who owns this just do that themselves? It would have to be a heck of a deal on a lens that I could not otherwise afford for me to take the chance, but the more likely someone is to sell it, the less likely it worked for them.

 

[dr_zero]

well, if the problem is just with the front filter, then you might not have a problem. But, it can be relatively easy, if the lens was dropped, for thier to be damage inside the lens. The focus or other internals may be messed up, or when the front filter broke, it could have sratched the front element.

Sounds like this is an auction, and the question to ask, is why didn't the person who owns this just do that themselves? It would have to be a heck of a deal on a lens that I could not otherwise afford for me to take the chance, but the more likely someone is to sell it, the less likely it worked for them.

Its a 200+ used lens and its going for $10 I dont really need the lens I have 2 more just like it.
Was thinking it would be a project or maybe good for parts if something happens to the others.

I hate to see good gear go the way side when it could be fixed and someone could get some use out of it.

 

[jmskinner]

I have a Kodak DX7590 and the dial mode is sticking. This is what I turn to change to different settings on the camera. Does anyone know if there is a type of oil/lubricant I can purchase to use on it. It probably ended up with some juice or something spilt on it since I carry it in my little backpack at the parks. I would appreciate any ideas, or do I just need to take it in for service?

I was just trying to find a good SLR, but the hubby's camera just broke also and I hate to go buy two at one time. Somehow the digital screen on his was punctured by a pin or something because it has a little hole in it.

 

[dr_zero]

I have a Kodak DX7590 and the dial mode is sticking. This is what I turn to change to different settings on the camera. Does anyone know if there is a type of oil/lubricant I can purchase to use on it. It probably ended up with some juice or something spilt on it since I carry it in my little backpack at the parks. I would appreciate any ideas, or do I just need to take it in for service?

I was just trying to find a good SLR, but the hubby's camera just broke also and I hate to go buy two at one time. Somehow the digital screen on his was punctured by a pin or something because it has a little hole in it.

Hmm you would want to use something that was non conductive and wont melt the plastic. There used to be something called circuit board wash that we used to clean off boards but I cant find a link for it. You MIGHT be able to use some tuner cleaner its made to clean out and lubricate contacts in electronics you know your old radio that was scratchy when you turned it up well this stuff cleans out the pot and lubricates it also so it may work.

Radio Shack sells it
http://www.radioshack.com/sm-tv-tuner-control-cleaner-and-lubricant--pi-2103700.html
Or
Grainger
http://www.grainger.com/Grainger/it...osol, Size 16 Oz, Net Weight 16 Oz, Effective

 

[MICKEY88]

I have a Kodak DX7590 and the dial mode is sticking. This is what I turn to change to different settings on the camera. Does anyone know if there is a type of oil/lubricant I can purchase to use on it. It probably ended up with some juice or something spilt on it since I carry it in my little backpack at the parks. I would appreciate any ideas, or do I just need to take it in for service?

I was just trying to find a good SLR, but the hubby's camera just broke also and I hate to go buy two at one time. Somehow the digital screen on his was punctured by a pin or something because it has a little hole in it.

buy yourself a new camera and give your old one to your hubby...

 

[jmskinner]

Hmm you would want to use something that was non conductive and wont melt the plastic. There used to be something called circuit board wash that we used to clean off boards but I cant find a link for it. You MIGHT be able to use some tuner cleaner its made to clean out and lubricate contacts in electronics you know your old radio that was scratchy when you turned it up well this stuff cleans out the pot and lubricates it also so it may work.

Radio Shack sells it
http://www.radioshack.com/sm-tv-tuner-control-cleaner-and-lubricant--pi-2103700.html
Or
Grainger
http://www.grainger.com/Grainger/it...osol, Size 16 Oz, Net Weight 16 Oz, Effective

Thank you, that should hopefully do the trick.

buy yourself a new camera and give your old one to your hubby...

That is what I was planning on doing when this Kodak starting acting up. Actually, hubby said he would buy me an SLR for Christmas.

Thanks to both of you for responding!

 

[Pea-n-Me]

hubby said he would buy me an SLR for Christmas.

Don't forget a good camera bag!

 

[ThurlFan]

So I posted a couple weeks ago about a spot I'm getting in my pictures (Canon S3 IS) and the local camera shop won't touch it. They said to call Canon. Talking to the representative I found out the following:

* There's a repair center in Illinois which reports an average repair cost of $139 for the S3

* Canon also runs a replacement program, in which I could buy up to a Digital Rebal XT with 18-55 lens for $299 CATCH: This would not be a 'new' camera, but would be from the refurbished category. According to Canon this also includes returns from dealer stock, as all returned items are classified as 'refurbished'

* I do have DSLR aspirations, which is why I would consider paying the extra $175 or so for the Rebel. (The other models offered included an Elph or a G9, neither of which I would trade my S3 for)

Now accepting commentary from the peanut gallery.

 

[Frantasmic]

For 50 extra dollars, many Targets have a new Rebel with that lens for $350.