Problem in lens opening

In that case, return it to Walmart

Unfortunately, many cameras that fall prey to lens error problems can only be corrected by professional repair. But, here are some last resort troubleshooting steps that you can try 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 (or repair cost approaches that of the camera), they're worth that try.

its a problem with your lens cover shutter on the upper face of the lens. Get it repaired in some Kodak service center.

In most cases, the camera is beyond economic repair. If the camera is a few years old, buying a newer one is a better option. I'm seeing brand name 10 MP models NEW for $60. you might check online auction sites for used ones. I've picked up 5 MP ones for $5.

If the problem is the lens itself, you have to call Kodak, and if still have the reciept of your camera and you purchased it within a year, they will process it for in warranty repair.
try to visit this site for assistance
www.kodak.com/go/stepbystep

Scream to Kodak for the money of your purchase be returned to you!!

We, citizens, are up to here with electronics that last enough past the 3 months of warranty manufactured companies offer!!

Shame to all of them!!

L Kilhefner

connect an AC adaptor and try again

I have had the same issue were the lens would not retract. took it in for extended warranty work. lens now retracts but takes lousy pictures.

When I purchased this camera family members ran out and bought thiers shortly after I did. One by one the same issue has happend to their v1253's.

I dissmantled one and found that there is a tiny battery on the power board inside of the camera. apparently the tiny battery's life is about 1 1/2 years. This battery is not serviceable as it is welded in place. I am not one hundred percent sure if this is the cause but it makes sense.

It would be nice if kodak would own up to this issue and make good on repairs as they did with my kodak 5500 all-in-one printer and it's crappy print head. Kodak has sent me 4 print heads in the 2 years I have owned it.

I have 5 of the v1253's in my family and every one of the are dead. I would think a $250 product should last longer than 1 1/2 years.
hope this helps.

If in the UK, this will be covered by the warranty return it to Kodak for repair,

Dear sir
I purchased Kodak EasyShare Digital Camera (5.5 mega pixcel)last year. but now i am facing lens opening problem in my camera.
When we on the camera the green light is blinking but when lens trying to open its became dead.(no red signal)
but i can able to review photos no problem in reviewing.
No problem in battery i tryed all kind of battery but same problem.
Pls. suggest how to slove & if possible pls give the address of authoried kodak service center in pune