My camera (FugiFilm FinePix F470), When I go to playback mode for a picture, the picture appears to contain traces of horizontal stripes. I am pretty sure I what the problem is. The shutter needs to be cleaned. I'm just not sure HOW to clean it. Do I go to someone to have that done? Or can I just do it myself?

SOURCE: FUJI FINEPIX S5000 - Screen purple in Camera mode - No picture

This is a chip problem... My FIRST S7000, had this problem, and I had it replaced by Fuji {out of warranty}, now today, the SECOND S7000 is doing the exact same thing!

Contact Fuji at their New Jersey offices for info on how to get your camera repaired.

SOURCE: Fuji Finepix F470

Paging fujifilm Maker, I think you are the best person to answer for the inquiry of many user of your digicam..

SOURCE: Fuji Finepix F470

Thank you for contacting FUJIFILM U.S.A, INC. Please allow us to assist
you.

We were very disappointed to learn that you had experienced a problem
with your Digital Camera. Unfortunately, without testing the camera in
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the problem you have encountered. At this time, we suggest that you send
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Attn: Camera Repair Department

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SOURCE: Fuji FinePix F30 shutter problem: won't take pictures

Its fairly easily fixed and its a common problem with the F30. The shutter button contact slides off upon impact when dropped, it must be re-aligned so that it makes proper contact and performs normally. All that is needed is the special screw driver for the F30 (easily purchased online, just google it: "screw driver for fuji f30" ) or bring it to your local watch/jewelry repair store and tell them to open it up for you.

We have two F30's and they both have been dropped, both did the same thing with the shutter button. But both were easily fixed. Always keep the camera in a safe place and away from kids, they are very sensitive devices. Use the wrist cord when taking photos.