Questions tagged [repair]
For questions about the repairing of equipment.
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Lens Error on a Powershot sx30 IS
I have a Canon Powershot SX30IS and I keep getting a lens error. I was taking pics outside on a clear cold day in wintertime and my camera just displayed that message and shut down. I powered my ...
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What glue should I use to fix a broken USB port cover on a Canon G7X?
Someone tried to open the USB port cover on my Canon G7X from the wrong side, and partially separated the two pieces:
I also made a short videos that better show the properties of the materials:
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DSLR mirror stuck at top, sound like rolling gears
I have Nikon D300, and now its mirror stuck at top, showing 'Err' at top display. It happens when I press shutter button, it sounds like rolling gear.
I still can press the shutter but looks like the ...
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How can I disassemble / repair a CPL (Circular Polarizing Filter)?
One of my circular (rotating) polarizing filters has a big hair between the two lenses. The hair moves around and I always have to shake it aside until it's out of sight.
Similar to this
How would I ...
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Why doesn't film advance stop knob stop after the next frame?
I bought an old 35mm film camera online. I loaded the film, turned the knob that advanced the film. Looking at the dial on top, as I turned the knob, it turned past one, went to two, went to three, ...
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How to fix Canon 5D Mark IV with a Battery Communication Error?
I have a Canon 5D Mark IV with a Battery Communication Error. On switch on, an error message appears checking that you are using a genuine Canon battery, which I am, and I also have bought a new ...
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Why does fungus form in lenses, and how to get rid of it?
Recently I was using an old Pentax 50mm f/2 that had a quite big green spot, and later I was informed that it was a fungus.
A couple of questions raised from this:
Why does fungus form inside the ...
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Aperture not opening completely when set to completely open
I noticed that my lens when stopped down wasn’t behaving accurately
I mean this is the F7.1
and this is the f8
as you can see, its an image of a lightbulb, very bright, pretty much impossible for it ...
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How to fix aperture indicator in Minolta X700 viewfinder?
I can't see the currently selected aperture when looking through the viewfinder of my Minolta X700. I've taken off the top front plate and found a little mirror loose inside, but have no idea where it'...
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How do I go about fixing this strange dark line blocking my Minolta XG-1's viewfinder?
I recently bought my friend's Minolta XG-1 which looks super well maintained cosmetically. He did mention to me that it was sitting in his hot attic for about a year.
I noticed that there is a weird ...
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Can I fix my Nikon FE's issue of auto firing after advancing (bottom curtain doesn't come up)?
Video description of the problem:
https://youtu.be/DdRkNx93_rc
Without pressing the shutter release button, the camera auto fires. The bottom curtain doesn't come up at all. Mirror is locked up too.
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Konica FS-1 Film Rewind Mechanism Not Working
I recently bought a Konica FS-1 and took a test roll of shots to make sure everything was working.
Everything was fine until I rewound the film. I pressed the film rewind button in and then manually ...
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How can I seal the sticky rubber on an aging Sigma lens?
I have been gifted an old Sigma lens from around the early 90s, but as is common with the soft-touch rubberised coating on lenses of this age, the material has started to degrade and has become sticky....
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Can I repair my Nikon dSLR's loose mirror bracket, cracked reflector, and detached spring?
I recently noticed that the mirror bracket, reflector, and spring on my Nikon D3200 camera have been damaged and are no longer functioning properly. I'm not sure how this happened, but now my camera ...
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Is my Canon speedlite really dead?
My Canon 550ex wouldn't switch on yesterday. Completely dead. Changed the batteries (twice). Still nothing, no indication of life. It was fine last time I used it about a week ago.
Is there anything ...
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How can I remove scratches from a lens?
How can I clean a lens (fisheye) scratches?
I heard about
peanut butter
rubbing alcohol
car paint scratch removal solution
any other? like an abrasive tool etc
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Can you remove scratches from a lens with peanut butter?
An article appeared on Apartment Therapy that claimed that a scratched camera lens can be repaired using peanut butter and/or toothpaste. This strikes me as a horrible idea that could make a bad ...
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How do I fix a Yashica TL-Electro shutter that sometimes jams on faster shutter speeds?
I recently bought an old Yashica TL-Electro, and it appeared in great condition. I have never previously owned an analog camera, but I soon realized that there was a problem with it. On faster shutter ...
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Canon AE-1 needs multiple pumps on cocking lever to fully cock shutters
This camera is a hand-me-down from my dad which I previously thought was broken until I put a battery from my AT-1 in and it fired just fine (turns out 3 or 4 LR44's I tried in 2017 were all junk).
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Bronica ETRSi not winding film/firing shutter correctly
I've recently acquired a Bronica ETRSi and I'm having issues with it (1) Winding on the film and (2) Firing the shutter. I'm wondering if anyone might have any suggestions.
There are 2 levers on the ...
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Photo quality if you upscale a low-quality photo with Gigapixel AI then downscale back
Gigapixel is a program by Topaz Labs that is able to enlarge small and low-quality (pixelated) photos, while enriching them with higher quality details (between and within the original pixels) by ...
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Why do I get the "Change the battery pack" message on startup with my Canon Powershot ELPH?
I have a Canon ELPH 300 HS, which turns off immediately (or within 10 seconds, it varies) after being turned on. The battery is fully charged and not at fault, as it was subsequently used in an ELPH ...
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How to fix Nikon SB 60 flash that is too tight in Stitz hotshoe?
My Nikon SB60 flash is too tight in the vintage Stitz hotshoe. It is almost impossible to remove despite the locking pin being held clear using the flash locking lever.
I would like to use a coldshoe ...
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Nikon N75 Mirror stuck halfway
I recently got an N75 as a gift from a friend, but when I opened it, the first thing I noticed was the mirror was stuck halfway.
I changed the batteries, I can't change the shutter speed, replaced the ...
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Servicing a Voigtlander Bessa from 1929 - how to open the lens assembly?
I recently acquired a Voigtlander Bessa from 1929. It works but there's a dead insect into the lens assembly (between the glasses) and some fungus/dust. I'm trying to open it to remove the insect and ...
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How do I disassemble FujiFilm X-T1 camera to disable the ISO dial lock button protection?
I'm sure many people dislike the awful ISO dial lock switch on the FujiFilm X-T1 cameras. Fuji improved it on the X-T2 by replacing it with a toggle switch. But frankly, I think most photographers use ...
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Can lens coating be reapplied?
If the lens coating is torn or worn of by extended use, is it possible to reapply it? I don't mean a do it yourself repair, but rather a repair performed by the manufacturer. It also may very well not ...
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How to fix stuck cocking lever on Canon AE-1
The film advance lever on my Canon AE-1 is stuck. It will move half way and won’t advance. Battery is still charged and I am half way through a roll of film. Any ideas on what to do to get it unstuck. ...
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Why does my Nikkor AF-S DX VR 18-200mm's focus ring stop at 0.9m?
I have a Nikkor AF-S DX VR 18-200mm and I have a problem with the focus ring. It goes fine from infinity to about 0.9m, then it just stops there and I can't go down to 0.5m no matter how much I turn ...
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How can I fix a sticky polarizing filter?
I took a gamble and bought a used B+W Circular Polarizer off eBay. The filter looks great but the adjusting ring is a little bit sticky. Is there some way to lubricate this?
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shutter speed is not consistent on analog camera
I'm very new to analog photography so I'm not very familiar with all the terms.
Just this month I bought my first analog camera, a Minolta XD-7. It was sold as fully functional but when it arrived ...
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What is the DIY repair potential of a Sigma 24-70mm f2.8 EX DG Macro (non HSM) lens?
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Can anyone provide useful experience based comment on the potential for or cost of repair of the "zoom bearing" mechanism in this lens specifically or with lenses liable to be similar? My ...
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Should I get my Canon DLSR serviced?
I got my Canon EOS 7D in India in 2011 and have clicked some great snaps with it. And to be fair, it hasn't given me any trouble since purchase. So much so that I never had to take the camera for ...
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Nikon F100 body - camera back latch repair solutions?
I have a Nikon F100 body that needs a back repair.
For those not in the know, Nikon abandoned its use of solid metal latches (that were highly durable) in favour of a lighter plastic latch. Over ...
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What causes the focus confirmation lights to blur?
I recently saw that the red lights on some of the focus points are blurred.
The lights in this picture are lights shown during the selection of focus points. As you can see the lights in the lower ...
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Canon Rebel T6 won't autofocus after taking photo
I'm trying to repair a Rebel T6 with a strange problem. All settings are stock, AF One Shot, center point selection. I've tested with 3 lenses including the 18-55 kit lens. After turning the camera ...
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How do I fix the autofocus on a Polaroid Sun 660?
I need help with one Polaroid Sun 660.
It seems that autofocus is not working at all. After investigation on internet I noticed that this camera has a four- disc lens, so every time you press the ...
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Minolta MC Tele Rokkor-PE 200mm f4.5 Service Manual
Do you have any copy or a link where I can find a service manual for Minolta MC Rokkor-PE 200mm f4.5? I recently bought this lens for $15 and in mint condition, but the front element has dust which a ...
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How to remove stuck 50mm lens from my Canon dSLR?
I have the Canon 600D and the "nifty fifty" 50mm f/1.8 that cost around 100$.
One day when I was trying to switch lenses, I pressed on the lens release button, started twisting the 50mm, and around 1/...
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Nikon Ai 300/4.5 - remove lens hood
I am not quite sure what has happened here, but ...:
After having been out in the rain and using my Nikon Ai 300mm f4.5 lens, I just tucked it away in my camera bag and forgot it there. It was ...
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Nikon D7100 not Auto-Focusing
I've had a Nikon D7100 for about 6 years and have always used the Nikon 18-55mm AF-S lens that came with it. I've never had any problems with the camera. I've also never taken off this lens for the 6 ...
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Kodak pneumatic self timer gasket replacement?
The gasket on the speed control mechanism needs replacement
because there are only two speeds possible.
Too fast when the control is tight.
Too slow if it is loosened a bit.
What materials will work ...
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How much does it cost to repair a dropped (borrowed) 70-200mm f/2.8 lens?
I just dropped a 70-200 f2.8 lens and the images are pretty washed out and blurry. I am really sad about it since I just borrowed it from one of my friends for the weekend.
The exterior of the lens ...
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Canon 60D screen turned black when I’m at mode settings
Starting from yesterday, my canon 60D camera’s screen will turn black when I’m at mode setting screen. When I press the Q button to change the ISO or the manual focus. The screen works again. What’s ...
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Nikon D4 possible water damage [duplicate]
I took my D4 out for a walk yesterday. Out of nowhere it started to rain heavily. Of course I did not have any cover or whatsoever with me. I walked about 20 minutes with it through the rain back to ...
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Can alignment of the bed rails of a Speed Graphic be repaired?
I own a Speed Graphic (not sure how old but anyways) that is in almost perfect condition (from a working point of view) the focal plane shutter works at all speeds, nothing is really damaged, etc, ...
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Calibrating the Shutter Speed/ISO Dial on Film Camera?
The camera is a Bell & Howell Auto 35 Reflex (Model 237), aka the Canon EXEE.
How does one calibrate/set the position of this shutter speed + ASA dial (lifting the dial's outer ring adjusts the ...
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How do I disassemble my Canon 18-55mm lens to repair water damage inside it?
My Canon 18-55mm lens has residue on the inside of the lens. I'm trying to take it apart, but I've tried 8 different screw drivers and these screws won't budge. What else can I try?
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Hasselblad C12 back gear sync issue
I have a Hasselblad C12 back that has a gear synchronisation issue with the body. It has been tested on two working bodies, one of which has been serviced very recently, so the issue lies definitely ...
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Can I do anything about a Nikon d750 taking 5 minutes to power on after taking saltwater damage?
I have had a Nikon d750 for a year or so, and 6 months ago it took on a bit of saltwater damage. It still works, but twice in the past it wouldn't power on, once for two weeks and once for two days.
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