BingBlaze n Skyla Posted November 9, 2011 Report Share Posted November 9, 2011 :/ my cameras pooped , i switched it off earlier and the lense didnt go back in - now when i switch it on it says system error (zoom) what can i do to fix it!? its not even a year old yet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparks Posted November 9, 2011 Report Share Posted November 9, 2011 Only way is to take it apart, its prob got a bit of dirt stuck down the side stopping it from going back in... If its under a year old then it should still be under warrenty or something? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparks Posted November 9, 2011 Report Share Posted November 9, 2011 Only way is to take it apart, its from got a bit of dirt stuck down the side stopping it prob going back in... If its under a year old then it should still be under warrenty or something? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lebe03 Posted November 9, 2011 Report Share Posted November 9, 2011 Take it back to where you purchased it from for repair under the guarantee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike_p Posted November 9, 2011 Report Share Posted November 9, 2011 Take it back to where you purchased it from for repair under the guarantee but don't tell them Skyla sat on it ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BingBlaze n Skyla Posted November 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 9, 2011 i got it out of the catalogue :/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike_p Posted November 9, 2011 Report Share Posted November 9, 2011 Catalogue sales are covered by the same trading standards laws as shop sales (and they have additional laws eg distance selling regulations). -- edited to say -- so if it's a manufacturing defect you're covered, but if it's been huskified you're stuffed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BingBlaze n Skyla Posted November 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 9, 2011 ive emailed them - only problem is - its the sutton meet on saturday n i wanted it to work for then Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elyse Posted November 9, 2011 Report Share Posted November 9, 2011 What camera model do you have? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BingBlaze n Skyla Posted November 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 9, 2011 What camera model do you have? panasonic lumix fs30 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elyse Posted November 9, 2011 Report Share Posted November 9, 2011 Oh. It's one of those little ones that you can crush with a brick (hehe...sorry...that was mean. I like making fun of those cameras.) You mean, when you switched it off, the lens didn't flesh out with the rest of the camera body? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BingBlaze n Skyla Posted November 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 9, 2011 Oh. It's one of those little ones that you can crush with a brick (hehe...sorry...that was mean. I like making fun of those cameras.) You mean, when you switched it off, the lens didn't flesh out with the rest of the camera body? it goes out then back in again then out n then in again (not sure how to explain it) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elyse Posted November 9, 2011 Report Share Posted November 9, 2011 it goes out then back in again then out n then in again (not sure how to explain it) Did you drop in it water? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BingBlaze n Skyla Posted November 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 9, 2011 Did you drop in it water? nope - if im not using it its put on my bookcase (floor to ceiling 1 so its not been knocked off) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elyse Posted November 9, 2011 Report Share Posted November 9, 2011 Have you tried to physically stop the lens from moving back in when it is completely out? If it makes any funny noises, though, let it do its thing. That means your breaking it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BingBlaze n Skyla Posted November 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 9, 2011 Have you tried to physically stop the lens from moving back in when it is completely out? If it makes any funny noises, though, let it do its thing. That means your breaking it... yep - i just get the white screen that says system error (zoom) on it :/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elyse Posted November 9, 2011 Report Share Posted November 9, 2011 Try the things on this page: http://camerarepair.blogspot.com/2007/12/fixing-lens-error-on-digital-camera.html Make sure to read it carefully... The methods are listed in the order of risk of damaging your camera. Thus make sure you try them in the listed order. And remember, these fixes (especially #6 and 7) should only be considered for a camera that's out of warranty, who's cost of repair would be excessive, and would otherwise be considered for disposal if unrepaired Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BingBlaze n Skyla Posted November 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 9, 2011 Try the things on this page: http://camerarepair.blogspot.com/2007/12/fixing-lens-error-on-digital-camera.html Make sure to read it carefully... dont wanna risk breaking it more tho? :/ argh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elyse Posted November 9, 2011 Report Share Posted November 9, 2011 dont wanna risk breaking it more tho? :/ argh A bunch of the steps won't break it or hurt it - I read it over. Do up to (and including) method #5. And do this one too: Fix #7a: Note that this particular fix is intended only for cameras with lens barrels that try to extend, but then stop partway, and then return to their stored position. Try grabbing and holding the smallest inner lens barrel at its furthest extended position, preventing it from returning to the camera. Examine and clean around the lens barrel any noticed dust or dirt. Turn off and restart the camera again. If the lens extends even further, grab it again at its furthest extension, preventing it from returning. Clean again. Keep repeating until the lens is fully extended. Turn off the camera and restart it to see if the lens error has gone away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BingBlaze n Skyla Posted November 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 9, 2011 seems to be working now GRR bloody camera !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BingBlaze n Skyla Posted November 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 9, 2011 seems to be working now GRR bloody camera !!! i lie grrr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibemum Posted November 9, 2011 Report Share Posted November 9, 2011 Nix - Just in case call the seller anyway and line them up that you have noticed a problem- record details of the convo cos it is likely to happen again..... and we don't want to miss out on any pics of blaze and skyla Camera will def be under manufacturers warranty but only if you can you show you haven't messed about with it or damaged it yourself in some way and can provide proof of purchase - even if that is a bank or credit card statement. The shop/catalogue need to take responsibility to replace or repair as they were the seller but they will perhaps try to wriggle out of it and send you back to the manufacturer. The seller deals with the manufactuer. Stick to your guns they are legally obliged to help. If you want I can send you some info on sale of goods act and your rights as purchaser (inc. distance selling) to quote if they get funny. (i promise it's not mega long - but can be handy for so many things esp ebay. I've found). Unfortunately it's on my work laptop and I'm in Ireland on business until Friday. Let me know if you need it..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BingBlaze n Skyla Posted November 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 9, 2011 Nix - Just in case call the seller anyway and line them up that you have noticed a problem- record details of the convo cos it is likely to happen again..... and we don't want to miss out on any pics of blaze and skyla Camera will def be under manufacturers warranty but only if you can you show you haven't messed about with it or damaged it yourself in some way and can provide proof of purchase - even if that is a bank or credit card statement. The shop/catalogue need to take responsibility to replace or repair as they were the seller but they will perhaps try to wriggle out of it and send you back to the manufacturer. The seller deals with the manufactuer. Stick to your guns they are legally obliged to help. If you want I can send you some info on sale of goods act and your rights as purchaser (inc. distance selling) to quote if they get funny. (i promise it's not mega long - but can be handy for so many things esp ebay. I've found). Unfortunately it's on my work laptop and I'm in Ireland on business until Friday. Let me know if you need it..... thanks that would really help if u could send it over when u get the chance x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibemum Posted November 9, 2011 Report Share Posted November 9, 2011 will do sweet.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BingBlaze n Skyla Posted November 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 9, 2011 thanks it seems to be working now - will see how it goes 2moz lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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