20 Most Recent Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T300 Digital Camera - Page 3 Questions & Answers

This camera has a sensor which can take photos in shaking,this can be activated from the menu.picture clarity of this camera is good.

There is no other solution. This is a common problem with Sony cameras. They were actually quietly fixing some of them for free for awhile. You should complain loudly.

This is a common problem with Sony cameras. Contact them and COMPLAIN...COMPLAIN...COMPLAIN!

Return the camera to Sony. There's a known issue with this and Sony are offering free repairs even if the original warranty has expired.

Tell them you know they are fixing some of these cameras for free and if they don't fix yours, you will contact the attorney general and the better business bureau. You will also go on YouTube and warn everybody about this problem.

That's pretty weird, it seems likely that the camera's firmware just needs some updating. Sony has a support website, esupport.sony.com, type in DSC-T300 and see what they have there. If your problem's not covered, simply take it to where you got it from and get the firmware replaced.

If the Forced flash setting is already enabled and the flash is still not working, then the issue may be due to another camera setting. Even if the Forced flash setting is enabled, the flash will still not work in the following circumstances: When shooting MPEG movies When shooting in the Twilight or Handheld Twilight mode If shooting with the Burst or Multi Burst mode Shooting with Sweep Panorama Shooting with the Fireworks or High Sensitivity mode.
If an external flash is connected. Please make sure that the Camera is not set to any of these modes. You can check the manual to get the information to change the setting..
If the issue persists, please reset the Camera and make sure that battery is fully charged. If the issue persists after performing all the above mentioned troubleshooting steps, service is required. If you feel that the above Troubleshooting steps, helped you. please rate my answer positively. Thanks for understanding.

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OK, firstly you will need to determine weather the camera itself is still taking photos. If so, then the problem is most likely a an internally cracked LCD. If the lens extends once you turn on the camera, we know the lens still works. If you can see any power indication, we know that the circuit is still working, hence the only fault can be with the screen.

So, follow the steps above to determine if the other components is still working, if it is, you will be able to replace the LCD screen at your nearest camera repair store for less than $40 labour included.

Please feel free to let me know if you need any further assistance.

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Lock123

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The problem is that the lens has become stuck in the barrel. There are some DIY solutions you could try, but the probability is that you will have to get it fixed by a professional.

Use these at own risk as it may further damage the camera.

Firstly , try connecting your ac adapter or usb cable.

Try holding the shutter button while switching on the camera.

Look at the lens , and if some of the lens 'circles' is misaligned or not concentric then try wiggling it (while holding camera lens down).

Try gently pushing or pulling the lens when it extends but this is risky as it may cause the lens barrel to slip out of its guidance system.

Another way to do this is to place the camera lens down on a hard surface and then power it up. Be sure to use a soft cloth or something similar as to not scratch your lens or casing. Let the lens push the camera up and down a few times and sometimes the little resistance provided by the camera is enough to get things going again.

Try hitting your camera near the lens on the body with the soft tissue on the palm of your hand.

Other than that , I would take the camera to a repair centre for a evaluation to see if it would cost more to repair than to replace the camera.

If it is still under warranty I would suggest you take it in before trying any of these steps and remove any off-brand batteries or accessories as some stores are really fussy about warranty repairs on camera's with non-brand accessories.

You can also have a look at THIS link.

Hope the advise is useful. please do not hesitate to let me know if you need any further assistance. Also, please be so kind to let me know if you found this helpful.

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Andrea

Hi there please follow the steps and let me know the result.
1. Ensure batteries are fully charged & clean the battery connector point in side the battery compartment.
2. Look carefully between the lens and the camera body for any sand, dirt or any damaged etc.
3. Try turning the camera with the lens facing down and shake to dislodge anything stuck
4. Try removing batteries and memory card, wait 5 minutes and refit the battery only.
5. Now turn on camera( with out card ) and see ,if working then fix the memory card & again turn on the camera. If working then fine . Otherwise format the memory card and fix back in camera again & try. Make sure before format the memory card take a back up all photos in your computer then format. If no luck then reset or restore the camera setting by pressing Menu key for 2 sec .. in not done the press both Menu & self time key for 2 - 4 sec.
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Sony is fixing some of these for free. Contact them to see if you qualify.

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Hi there make your camera in auto flash mode & take a snap in dark place. If the flash not work then you need to replace the flash tube. Thanks.

Maybe you should check the object distance setting in your camera (in FOCUS setting I think). If the camera have this setting, you can choose longer object distance for daily capturing.

Hope this help. (^_^)

The vibration is a known problem in Sony cameras. They are fixing some of these quietly. Contact them and see if you qualify.

On Sony T100 and similar,
its the vibration canceling unit, i had the same problem.
if you have good hads you can fix it.( on your oun risk)
1) disasamble the camera, you will see black plastic box inside, this is he lens unit.
2) on the botom you see 2 scrwes, they are holding the CCD remove them and the ccd unit will come from the lens assembly
3) the next is the stabilizer unit it is the problematic one. it is located on the left side of the lens asebly and is held by 2 screws.
you can test it by puling out the cable connected to it (the conector is just under the lens) and verifign that the problem is solved. ( you can leave it this way it will shoot fine just without the anti shake)
4) to fix it take it out ,remove the plastic cover, you see the lens on a plastic mount it should be glued to the magnet under it. the problem is that the glue fals apart.
remove one of the pins on wich it slides, and take the lens and the magnet out.
5) reglue the magnet and reasemble the camera.
6) power up and test, for me that solved the problem

if you need more help you can mail me at adisarit(et)yahoo(dot)com this is spam mail so be prepared to wait a few days for reply.
i have a document with pictures explaining the process ......

On Sony T100 and similar,
its the vibration canceling unit, i had the same problem.
if you have good hads you can fix it.( on your oun risk)
1) disasamble the camera, you will see black plastic box inside, this is he lens unit.
2) on the botom you see 2 scrwes, they are holding the CCD remove them and the ccd unit will come from the lens assembly
3) the next is the stabilizer unit it is the problematic one. it is located on the left side of the lens asebly and is held by 2 screws.
you can test it by puling out the cable connected to it (the conector is just under the lens) and verifign that the problem is solved. ( you can leave it this way it will shoot fine just without the anti shake)
4) to fix it take it out ,remove the plastic cover, you see the lens on a plastic mount it should be glued to the magnet under it. the problem is that the glue fals apart.
remove one of the pins on wich it slides, and take the lens and the magnet out.
5) reglue the magnet and reasemble the camera.
6) power up and test, for me that solved the problem

if you need more help you can mail me at adisarit(et)yahoo(dot)com this is spam mail so be prepared to wait a few days for reply.
i have a document with pictures explaining the process .....

Touch the self-timer button (the one-handed clock) on the touch panel to cycle through the self-timer modes. Start the timer by pressing the shutter release button.

faulty lens assembly. If still Under warranty, go to the nearest Sony service center at your area and they will fix it for free. Or you can fix it by simply applying small amount of grease on lens mechanism. But it needs extra care because some of the flexible wire are very sensitive ...

Sony is fixing some of these cameras for free. Contact them to see if you qualify.