Canon PowerShot A70 Digital Camera Logo
Posted on Oct 03, 2007
Answered by a Fixya Expert

Trustworthy Expert Solutions

At Fixya.com, our trusted experts are meticulously vetted and possess extensive experience in their respective fields. Backed by a community of knowledgeable professionals, our platform ensures that the solutions provided are thoroughly researched and validated.

View Our Top Experts

Nothing in viewfinder screen

I took a few pictures outside, but when downloading noticed it was just a redish screen. So I took some pics inside. One out of 3 was a red screen. Then I took some more pictures outside and they were perfect. Then a few days later I went to take pics outside and the viewfinder screen was moving but it was black but you could see lines, sort of. I replaced the batteries, but still nothing. This is a great camera and has always worked perfectly. I dont even know where to take it for service or if it is still under warranty. I have had it for 3 years. I hope you can help me. Thank you

Answer This Question

3 Answers

A

Anonymous

Thank you. I took your advice and sent the camera back to Canon and they did fix it! Thank everyone so much. I am very pleased.

CameraR

CameraR

Level 3:

An expert who has achieved level 3 by getting 1000 points
Superstar:

An expert that got 20 achievements.
All-Star:

An expert that got 10 achievements.
MVP:

An expert that got 5 achievements.

  • Canon Master 4,738 Answers
  • Posted on Nov 15, 2007
CameraR
Canon Master
Level 3:

An expert who has achieved level 3 by getting 1000 points
Superstar:

An expert that got 20 achievements.
All-Star:

An expert that got 10 achievements.
MVP:

An expert that got 5 achievements.

Joined: Sep 04, 2007
Answers
4738
Questions
1
Helped
1196069
Points
12483

As Guest first pointed out, sounds like a defective CCD imager. Canon should fix this for you for free, including free shipping both ways. Please check the following two links for more info:
http://camerarepair.blogspot.com/2007/11/canon-digital-cameras-showing-black.html
http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=PgComSmModDisplayAct&fcategoryid=225&modelid=13390&keycode=2112&id=29819
Applicable cameras include:
A40, A60, A70, A75, A80, A85, A95, A300, A310, S1 IS, S60, S200, S230, S330, S400, S410, S500, SD100, SD110

×

Ad
A

Anonymous

It has recently come to our attention that the vendor-supplied CCD image sensors used in this Canon digital camera may cause the following malfunction: When the product is used in recording or playback mode, the LCD screen and/or electronic viewfinder may exhibit either a distorted image or no image at all. While reports of this malfunction have been rare in the United States, we have determined that it may occur if the product is exposed to hot and humid environments.

Effective immediately, and regardless of warranty status, Canon will repair, free of charge, products exhibiting the above-mentioned malfunction if the malfunction is caused by the CCD image sensor. Canon will also cover the cost of shipping and handling in connection with this repair.

U.S. residents are kindly directed to contact the Canon Customer Support Center for further assistance at 1-800-828-4040. Support hours are Monday thru Friday - 8:00 AM to 12:00 midnight; and Saturday 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM (all times EST). Alternatively, if electronic support is preferred, please send your email to [email protected]

Add Your Answer

×

Uploading: 0%

my-video-file.mp4

Complete. Click "Add" to insert your video. Add

×

Loading...
Loading...

Related Questions:

0helpful
1answer

I have the PS S500. It will not take pictures now, it flashes, but there is nothing on the playback. In fact, when I look at the image before taking a pic, there is nothing there. Sort of like there is...
is the screen displaying anything at all? if not have you tried looking into the viewfinder? occasionally cameras with viewfinders will display pictures on in the viewfinder and not the screen.
Try taking a photo and then check to see if the photo is there on a computer.
other than this, the camera unit inside the camera may have become damaged or detached, it this is the case, unfortunately, there is nothing you can do
Read full answer
May 04, 2011 • Canon PowerShot S500 IXUS 500 Digital...
0helpful
1answer

I want to take pictures outside but i cant see it on the screen what do i do
There's nothing you can do. When they took away the viewfinder, it became almost impossible to shoot outside in bright sun. Some high-end cameras automatically brighten the screen but even that isn't much help.
Read full answer
Feb 20, 2011 • Vivitar V5024 Digital Camera
0helpful
1answer

All of a sudden everything is out of focus and very blurry, pictures and even through the view finder. we took a few pics tht turned out normal, set the camera down picked it up about 5-10 minutes later...
If the viewfinder is also blurry, it might be as simple as a smudge on the lens. Is the blur uniform and consistent on the pictures and in the viewfinder? Was there a curious dog nearby when you set the camera down?:)
Read full answer
Sep 20, 2009 • Sony Cameras
0helpful
1answer

Canon S2 IS - LCD screen is white after taking an outside picture
the image is all white or has lines through it.Definitely sounds like a repair issue, and has been a previous problem with the camera in the past. There is a defect in the sensor of the camera, and happens quite frequently in this model. I would try and contact Canon about it, and see if they'll repair it for free. If not, its probably going to cost more than the camera is worth to repair it.
Read full answer
Mar 24, 2009 • Canon PowerShot S2 IS Digital Camera
0helpful
1answer

Red verticle lines
the redish hue usually mean that the camera doesn't have enough light to take a good quality pic. If daytime pictures taken outside still look the same take it back or get a new camera.
Read full answer
Aug 06, 2008 • Kodak Easyshare M753 Digital Camera
0helpful
2answers

Viewfinder/lens problems
Alkaline batteries just don't have the power for more than a few pics in a digital camera. Digital cameras for the most part should only be used with rechargeable NiMH batteries. Walmart sells these for around $7 for a package of four (about $15-19 for the batteries with charger). Keep in mind they'll save you big bucks in the long run over alkalines, AND they'll last for at least 100 pictures per charge (and probably many many more). You'll be very pleased with their performance. Really, you'll slap yourself for not buying them sooner. When at the store, look on the package for a power rating of at least 2500 mah.

And yes, your camera's optical viewfinder is off by a couple inches from what's show in the LCD. Take a look at the front of your camera. This offest is equal to the distance between the other end of the optical viewfinder, and your camera's lens. This should only be a problem for close up pictures. Recommend leaving your LCD on and using that to center your pictures. If using rechargeables, it shouldn't be a problem.
Read full answer
Jan 30, 2008 • Canon PowerShot A430 Digital Camera
0helpful
2answers

Kodak CX7330. turns on but LCD screen is black and won't take a pic
It sounds like a bad connection on the ribbon cable of the LCD screen to the camera's motherboard. The fact that when you physically move the camera around and you can get the screen to then work, tells me something is loose inside.

Good luck!

- Jim
Read full answer
Jan 14, 2008 • Kodak EasyShare CX7330 Digital Camera
0helpful
2answers

Takes photos but no display
I am having the same problem! Help!
Read full answer
Dec 08, 2007 • Nikon Coolpix 3700 Digital Camera
0helpful
1answer

Black screen cannot take picture minolta dimage a1
i have seen a recall notice on this camera - you can send it sony konica minolta for free repair.
search web for details.
Read full answer
Oct 22, 2007 • Minolta DIMAGE DIGITAL CAMERA MODEL Z 1...
0helpful
1answer

Picture are dark indors after i dropped camera
yes this can be repaired
the problem is with the image sensor,not with the lens as you can still take pictures outdoors

repair cost of this camera is $135.00 flat rate from kodak's authorized repair center
Read full answer
May 25, 2006 • Kodak EasyShare Z740 Digital Camera
Not finding what you are looking for?

View Most Popular

PowerShot A70 Digital Camera

  • Cameras

Related Question

I have the PS S500. It will not take pictures now, it flashes, but there is nothing on the playback. In fact, when I look at the image before taking a pic, there is nothing there. Sort of like there is...

  • Canon PowerShot S500 IXUS 500 Digital Camera

Related Topics

97 views

Ask a Question

Usually answered in minutes!

Popular Questions

Canon S2 IS black screen

Canon PowerShot S2 IS Digital Camera

How do you fix 'lens error restart camera'

Canon PowerShot A560 Digital Camera

I have a lens error on my canon powershot sd1300

Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS IXUS 105...

Canon digital camera recall for defective image sensor

Canon PowerShot A75 Digital Camera

Canon Camera Error E32. Camera

Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS IXUS 130...

Top Canon Cameras Experts

old marine
old marine

Level 3 Expert

2426 Answers

ZJ Limited
ZJ Limited

Level 3 Expert

17989 Answers

Grand Canyon Tech
Grand Canyon Tech

Level 3 Expert

3867 Answers

Are you a Canon Camera Expert? Answer questions, earn points and help others

Answer questions

Manuals & User Guides

PDF Manual
. PowerShot A70 Digital Camera Manual

PowerShot A70...

Loading...