I got message "system error

my Nikon 8800 vr cool pics will not turn on with a new battery but will work on ac

System Error 2 on Nikon Coolpix 8800 is usually after blow, even the small one, when you or somebody kick the camera and yes, FULL RESET on Set Up mode is just one solution. It's camera's error not the card.

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From Nikon website:

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:

1. Use the memory card that originally came with the camera (or a Nikon approved card) [/*]
2. Remove and replace the battery [/*]

If the error is still displayed, contact Nikon's Service Department (below). 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.

We apologize for the inconvenience and will do everything we can to repair your Nikon camera as quickly as possible.
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Good luck.

hi your camera has system error, usually the lens unit doesn't reset after taking picture. it cause error message. you should contact to nikon service center and ask them repair cost. usually they will tell on the phone. thanks and best regard!

unplug battery for a few min. and put back in.

Try this...go into the menu and try to find an entry for "reset" to get back to factory default settings. Then, assuming you've safely downloaded any pics from the card, insert it into the camera, go into the menu and find "format"....follow the on-screen instructions to erase and optimize the card. Let me know how this works for you.

Hi and welcome to Fixyah,
System error 2 comes out when it was happen? when trying to install the software comes with it or when trying to get shot?

Check the memory card. It's probably damaged. If not it should be a software error, and you have to take it to the dealer where you purchased it from

hello. you may be involved in a recall. please read this http://www.nikonusa.com/Service-And-Support/Service-Advisories/COOLPIX-Service-Advisory.page

please rate my answer as very helpful thank you. joe

its an autofocus mechanism problem, Nikon should be able to fix it.

The SYSTEM ERROR 2 problem that is occuring with your camera could be the memory card. Also try cleaning the connections