I am getting an E7 Error code on my Pentax IQ zoom carmera

Does that camera have a battery to advance the film and operate the unit? U might just want to check that out and replace the battery. If nothing happens with new battery, then the camera is fubar.

The Espio 120mi was called the IQ-Zoom 120mi in some parts of the world. You may download a copy of the IQ-Zoom 120mi manual here.

The IQ-Zoom 700 uses two 3V Lithium batteries (CR-123A or DL-123A). You can order a new manual for $8 from Pentax: http://www.pentaximaging.com/support/manuals-and-literature/ . Use the drop down menus to select your model.

I hope this helps.

Cindy Wells

This is the technicians code telling the tech where to start the repair. It is time to replace this camera since the cost of repair is more than the camera is worth.

This question has been answered repeatedly. Pentax error codes are mostly for camera repair technician diagnosis and most of the time mean the camera is broken and needs professional servicing. Some Pentax Error Codes:
E: "E" often indicates a film jam. This code can appear when the film is inserted incorrectly, when the batteries are changed in the middle of a roll of film, if you are using defective film, etc. If "E" appears in your camera's information display, try to rewind your film manually (see your user's guide for instructions on how to activate your mid-roll rewind function), and try a different roll. If this problem keeps occurring, you might need to send the camera to us for repair.
E3, E7, E37: These codes often signal a problem with your shutter mechanism.
E9, E93-E97: These codes may indicate a problem with your zoom lens.
H0-H9: These H codes can also identify a problem with your camera's shutter.
U1-U9: These U codes may also indicate a problem with your camera's zoom lens.

These codes are standard for both Digital and film cameras.

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Not really, the battery is going to be needed to power the rewind motor.

To try and open the camera, remove the film and rewind it will all have to be done in complete darkness and under such conditions you're likely to break something.

$7.16 is all you need for that battery including shipping:-

http://www.ebatts.com/pentax_iq-zoom-60x_digital-camera_batteries_part_b-151.aspx?GCID=C10847x066-perm3&KEYWORD=Pentax%20IQ%20Zoom%2060X%20Battery

Hi Sandra, Try power reset for your camera. Turn the camera on, and without turning the camera off, open the battery door and take the batteries out. Leave it for a minute or two. This helps camera get reset and helps correct the basic functionality and also zoom error. Hope it helps u otherwise u will have to take it to authorised repair center. Good Luck.

Hi - You can download the manual from the link underlined in blue below:

Pentax IQ Zoom EZY-R




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Listing of Pentax codes E3, E7, E37: These codes often signal a problem with your shutter mechanism. E9, E93-E97: These codes may indicate a problem with your zoom lens. H0-H9: These H codes can also identify a problem with your camera's shutter. U1-U9: These U codes may also indicate a problem with your camera's zoom lens.

The IQ Zoom cameras are designed to display error codes (E0, E2, E9, E10, E1A, E37, E90, HL, H4, H5, etc.) when something goes wrong internally with one of the mechanisms or electronic components. These diagnostic displays help to determine where the problem is. When you see an error code, ask a qualified PENTAX repair technician to examine the camera. For information on a specific error code, call Pentax customer service department toll-free at 1-800-877-0155, Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:30pm, Mountain Standard Time.