Casio Z750 Lens Error Problem

I got the error ONCE when I accidentally turned the camera on with my hand blocking the lens. I quickly went on the web and found the dpreview discussion and several others and took precautions to make sure it wouldn't happen again:

1. Disable the automatic turn-on when you press the play or record buttons.

2. Set the mode dial to audio record (the microphone) so that if you do turn the camera, the lens won't open as the first thing that happens.

But I have to say that (in my opinion) if you're getting the error after the camera's been dropped, you are probably out of luck, or at the least in for expensive repair.

As far as comparing with other cameras, I know that there haven't been as many complaints about a delicate lens-opening mechanism, so that may be a point you should consider. However the positive features of this camera were so great to me that, given the precautions mentioned above, I went out and bought a second one. Both still work fine (so far ...).