So it seems this is a common problem, but most of the solutions appear to be "buy a new one". I want to see if I can still salvage this one, as I like the camera.
Here's the details:
When I turn the power on, the lens will come out, and make the "focusing" noise. Bzz bzz bzz bzz bzz bzz. It goes on way too long, then beeps and shuts off.
In this time, I can hit the "playback" button and it will go to that mode. The lens will autoretract as it should after some delay.
I still cannot take pictures, but I can access old ones and all the menu options.
I believe this happened when in my pocket and it tried to turn on, the lens came out and hit resistance, and went "click click click" and then retracted itself. However, this has happened 4 or 5 times before with no problems. I'd assume the lens is able to handle things like that without breaking the mechanism, but who knows, it could be shoddily made.
I just took the battery out to see if I can let it "rest" and perhaps it will somehow reset itself and suddenly work.
I'm not above buying a new camera, but if anyone can offer me any idea of what I can do, let me know. I know my way around electronics, and if this is scrapped, I'm not above trying to fix it by tearing it apart.
Thanks in advance
When it makes the noise like it's trying to focus and then beeps and shuts off you need to send it into casio to have it fixed. That sound you are describing sounds like what they call "lens error". Contact their repairs dept and they will give you a good idea of what it would cost to fix it and the closest place you can send it.
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Lens errors are fairly common. Usually it's sand or grit interfering with the lens extension mechanism. Or the camera's been dropped with the lens extended. Or the camera has been powered on, but the lens had been blocked preventing its extension. Or the battery ran down with the lens extended ...
Unfortunately, many cameras that fall prey to this can only be corrected by professional repair. But, here are some things that you can do that may correct it. They only seem to work for less than 40% of the lens errors, but if the camera is out of warranty, they're worth a try:
This is a very common issue with digital camera on either the lens gears have to be replaced or the lens barrel need replacing. I rebuild these lenses all the time for 75.00 plus shipping and the turn around is normally less then a week. if you still need help fell free to contact me at [email protected]
I won't say this is a solution but to prevent the lens retraction E18 message which seems to be common with Canon zoom lenses, I put the extension tube on mine. Sometimes I put a polarizer lens on it but usually I just leave it on to protect the lens when it is on. I have dropped it (on the carpeting at home) and never had a problem. If you have a Canon with a zoom lens, get a lens hood for it ASAP!! My wife's A520 has one on hers too. No problems.
There are lots of other places on the web with suggested fixes. Keep looking and keep enjoying this camera. Merry Christmas all.
Lens errors are fairly common. Usually it's sand or grit interfering with the lens extension mechanism. Or the camera's been dropped with the lens extended. Or the camera has been powered on, but the lens had been blocked preventing its extension. Or the battery ran down with the lens extended ...
Here's some things that you can do to try to correct it. They only seem to work for less than 50% of the lens errors, but if the camera is out of warranty, they're worth a try:
The lens mech has been damaged (likely by being dropped or bumped). If it is not VISIBLY crooked or twisted, odds are that you have a broken gear or other internal. The only fix is a new lens assembly, which tends to be rather expensive ($80-$200), just for the part.
After talking, without any success, to your expert I tried experimenting. It seemed like the sliding lens cover was the main reason for it to behave as it did. It turned out that the lens cover had a worn track and did not always operate the lens motor switch to open it, or pressure on the cover caused the lens to retract. All it needs is a new sliding cover.
the E18 means the lens system has a problem. I had it with my S2 and sometimes it worked, sometimes not. Eventually it stopped working. The only solution was sending it to repair, they changed the lens system.
Hi there,
resoldering the focus motor contacts on the lens unit might be the solution.
Replacement of the optical (lens) unit is the ultimate solution.
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Best regards,
Arpi
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