Make sure the battery is installed correctly.Try opening, then closing the cover to the memory card and battery compartment while holding pressure against it until you hear it click closed. Then try to power it up. The camera will not power up if the cover is not properly closed.

Aug 22, 2012 | Canon PowerShot A3100 IS Digital Camera

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E32 error in canon A3100 is

hi i have roblem in my camara A1300 IS , restart E32 what i do?

Mar 26, 2012 | Canon PowerShot A3100 IS Digital Camera

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How do i restart my canon powershot a3100 is camera if it wont turn on?

Here are some troubleshooting steps that you can try that may (or may not) correct your problem. 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. Some of the later steps do involve some risk to the camera, so carefully weigh your options before deciding to conduct them:
And here's a video summary of the steps:

Dec 08, 2011 | Canon PowerShot A3100 IS Digital Camera

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My camera says it has a lens problem. what can i do?

There is no way to fix a lens problem, if i were you, i would return it, get it repaired, or buy a new one. there is no way to fix one unless your really good at disassembling things,

Nov 29, 2011 | Canon Cameras

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I have dropped my Power Shot A3100 IS camera and the lens barrel has been bent. The lens has been stuck and can not be stretch in or out. When I turn the camera on, lens error appears on screen. I called...

This is a bit of a tough one. You have to pretty much disassemble the camera to get everything out. Then you can end up either not fixing it or usually not being able to get it back together. Basically you start at the back and remove to the front.
It free to try and sometimes you get lucky but if you need the camera to work then might be better to get a new one and try fixing this one without any worry about if it works etc. These really are not meant to be repaired so tis really is iffy and expensive parts wise.

Apr 04, 2011 | Canon PowerShot A3100 IS Digital Camera

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Lens error in Canon PowerShot A3100 IS

Hello

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.

Regards
Andrea

Jan 23, 2011 | Canon PowerShot A3100 IS Digital Camera

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