Camera stabiliser not available

Format the card on you camera not the computer, that will delete everything if its still giving problems return to where you bought it for replacement.

When you are in recording menu, third line in the menu says Photo Stabilizer. But if tat one is grated out, that means it is not available. The manual never says anything about the stabiliser function.
So if your camera allows you to stitch between stabiliser on or off, please let me know.

The manual is very simple in this case, it says:
The Camera Shake unit may be malfunctioning. If the same message appears after you turn power back on, contact your retailer or a Casio service centre.
So if you need the stabilisation (low shutter speeds, you have to go to the repair shop, to let it fix.
Try switching off the camera, remove the battery for a few minutes and then place the battery back.
Still the same error? you know what to do. Sorry.

I don't know that I can help you fix it, but I can try. Here are my thoughts... Check the battery first. If it's like a normal battery, like AA or AAA batteries, replace them and try turning it on.
If it's a flat lithium battery that you recharge using a power cord that plugs into the camera, you might want to buy a new one. Charge it fully over night and try powering the camera up in the morning.
You never mentioned what the error message was! So I can't help you there.
Next, you might try connecting the camera to your computer and see if it comes up. Also, check with Panasonic and see if there's a way to reset your camera. Maybe there's a way to do a software reset. Also check to see that there isn't a downloadable software upgrade or patch available. Lastly, you may want to consider Panasonic customer support/technical support, they may be able to better help you diagnose the issue with your camera.
I have a Lumix too. I have an DMC LZ10, my daughter has a DMC TZ3. They're similar in many ways, and yet they're different in many too. Mine uses AA batteries, hers uses a flat lithium rechargeable that uses a power cord. The internal software is pretty much the same (sort of). Enough so that I can work the settings on hers without having to reference the manual.
As a computer tech, my first impressions are that you're having either power issues, or software issues. Eliminate the variables. Start with power and work your way out from there. If it behaves the same with any battery, you've eliminated the power issue. Now it's software. Simple enough?

my ex-v7 camera will not take photos screen says camera stabiliser not available


thank you phil

This error is for the optical image stabilisation.

Generally the camera should be ok after your turn it on and off again. The error you are getting is because either the OIS has malfunctioned or is stuck.

I think you might need to take it to Panasonic since the camera is still new and you are sure that you did not bang it or dropped it.
But Before that, I suggest that you take out its memory stick, the battery etc and keep the camera like that for about 15 minutes. Then only reinsert the battery (fully Charged) and try to power on.

Try a little tap ( but not too hard) on the side of the camera....this might realign if the OIS has got misaligned. If you are lucky, you might not need to go to Panasonic.

Apparently, the extender is designed to work only with specific lenses. B&H Camera has a chart available here showing which lenses it is compatible with. Note that even if the extender will fit on a specific lens, autofocus capability is not always possible. All the lenses listed are professional series ("L") lenses, and I don't see any 75-300 or 18-200 listed.

You should update a firmware to new version 1.03 / download from Casio site / . It will allow You to take pictures without camera stabiliser.
This problem with camera stabiliser needs lens alignement in authorized service.
Regards
Gryf

Having using standard LR6 batteries in a Canon before you will only get 3 or 4 pics max before it drains the batteries. You really need high power AA's like 2300mAH+ rechargeables for any good performance or Lithium AA's

Having a "System Error" message display on the camera's LCD display generally indicates a problem where the camera will need to come to Nikon for repair. A System Error is a general error which can be caused by many things: lens problem, CF Card problem, general camera failure, etc. Before sending the camera in, check these: Use the memory card that originally came with the camera (or a Nikon approved card) Remove and replace the battery If the error is still displayed, contact Nikon's Service Department. If the above tips do not help the camera must be sent to Nikon Service, there are no user serviceable parts on Nikon Coolpix cameras.