Hi.
Liquid damage operates in two ways. Liquid causes shorts and contacts that can blow components causing permanent damage, or that may just temporarily affect the unit for few days (camera usually won't start until liquid inside has dried).
Oxidation following the contamination may cause permanent damage to boards and components. In some case oxide can be removed disassembling the camera and using circuit cleaner solution.
The incident was caused by soda. This make things slightly worse, as the ingredients may help oxidation.
When there is liquid damage, any electronic part inside the unit may result affected. In some case the damage may be only temporary, depending on how lucky you are.
The repair cost depends on what parts must be replaced. In the best case the technician disassemble the unit, cleaning the boards and allowing dry up.
Before sending the camera for repair, remove the internal battery, and allow the camera to stand in a dry place for 4 or 5 days. Leave battery compartment open.
Leaving battery in after the damage has occurred, or any attempt to start the camera while liquid is still present can make things worse.
If that does not work, you can get a quote on repair contacting Canon at the service number listed on the owners manual, or you can get a quote from a third party service here: Repair.
Repair will approx. be between $40 and $80.
Regards.
Ginko.
Well, I gave you the repair cost, I guess that was enough to decide.
Yes it is generally worth repairing.
Goodbye.
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hmmm... stop turning it on yet.. let it dry for maybe 24~48 hours then try to turn it on. If problem persists, contact your home support from this LINK.
I hope this works for you. Kindly reply for further assistance. Good Luck!
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it has had time to dry. it happened several days ago. I hoped that would solve the problem.
I guess the link is my next step.
thanks
I dont want to go to canon because I will end up frustrated because I dont have a warranty.
You were nice but this didnt give me a solution. Perhaps I didnt word my question well. I need to know if it is worth sending away for repairs after getting wet. My macbook was ruined from when a cup of tea spilled on it.
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