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Canon PowerShot G12: Why won't my camera turn on?

Mon, 23 Mar 2015 11:54:55 -0700

I have had my Canon PowerShot G12 for a while now, but now it hasn't been turning on no matter what I try. I have the charger I received with the original purchase and have never had problems. Could there be something wrong with my camera?

⟐ Answer edited março 23, 2015 at 11:54 GMT-7

Fujifilm Instax Mini Eight: My camera Wont take pictures/Stuck on S

Sat, 26 Dec 2015 23:02:55 -0700

Hi, so for some time my camera has not being taking any pictures. The film roll is stuck on S after contless changes to the film/Batteries.. if anyone can help me out i would greatly apperciate that

Nikon D3000: Camera suddenly does not take a photo

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 09:35:40 -0700

I've had the Nikon D3000 for a few years but suddenly, it will not take a picture when the button is pushed. There is a whirring sound, the flash pops up, but it won't focus or click. Please help.

⟐ Commented outubro 07, 2025 at 9:35 GMT-7

Nikon D3200: Metering malfuntion detected on my D3200

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 08:34:13 -0700

Hi,

I have recently returned home from my holiday but while I was unpacking my case on the ARRIVAL to my holiday destination, I switched on my D3200 camera and received a message on the display screen saying..."Metering Malfunction detected, contact a Nikon authorized service rep"?.....Anyone any ideas how I can resolve this?

James.

⟐ Answered fevereiro 13, 2022 at 8:34 GMT-7

Sony α6000: Sony A6000 is not working properly all of a sudden

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 17:17:45 -0700

I have an A6000 camera that suddenly is acting very strange. It will not allow me to make any adjustments in Apeture, Shuttter priority or Manual modes. Neither will it let me access the menu or even see pics already taken. I am at a loss at why this has happened as it has not been dropped or handled aggressively. I used it briefly on Monday and then on Tuesday evening the problems arose. I don't know what to do or where to go for help. I have been using your tutorials to learn how to use the camera so I decided to reach out for help. I have not down loaded any apps as I don't know how to do that nor have I updated any firmware. Oh I should mention in the auto mode like SCN or Intellegent plus it does take pictures although there is a slight delay or stickiness when shooting. I have been looking for a reset button to see if resetting would help but I have not been able to find one. So I am really at a loss on what to do next. (ps I live in Ghana so Incannot call Donys toll free number from here.

Keeping my fingers crossed you can help,

Karen

⟐ Edited fevereiro 20, 2024 at 17:17 GMT-7

Canon PowerShot: Service Manuals for Canon Powershot cameras?

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 17:44:06 -0700

Does anyone have a source for Service Manuals for Canon Powershot cameras? I have many working Powershot models but there is dust INSIDE the lens/ccd and I would love to take it apart to clean it. I need service guides or take-apart instructions for Powershot S100, S110, S200, SD400, SD600, SD780, SD940, SD1000, SD1100, and SD1200.

⟐ Edited novembro 22, 2024 at 17:44 GMT-7

Nikon J1 Camera: My lens is blacking out

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 18:14:36 -0700

The lens is blacking out.

When I turn on my camera the screen blacks out and won't take a picture but will still show the box (it turns red so it doesn't focus). It seems as if the lens thinks it is seeing pure darkness and there is nothing to focus on.

And when I tried to take photo outside, it will work, (outdoor) but if I take pictures inside (indoor, must say no lights at all) it wont work.

⟐ Commented abril 01, 2025 at 18:14 GMT-7

Nikon J1 Camera: My Nikon J1 wont turn on.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:40:59 -0700

My Nikon J1 sat unused for about 6 months. I charged the battery but it still won't turn on. Suggestions?

⟐ Answer accepted abril 21, 2026 at 12:40 GMT-7

Sony a7R II: Buttons aren’t working

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 20:24:15 -0700

My camera buttons aren’t working.

the menu button, fn, select button don’t work.

the shutter release button works fine.

the camera isn’t very responsive in manual modes. It works fine in Auto mode.

⟐ Commented março 07, 2026 at 20:24 GMT-7

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V: Why is my camera making a strange noise?

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:33:12 -0700

Hi, when I power on my camera and the lens comes out it imediately starts to make a strange humming vibrating noise. The camera still works fine, but the noise is killing me.

Looks like the auto focus or the stabilizer is constantly adjusting. Is there a solution for this or should I start looking for a new one?

Thanks

⟐ Answered dezembro 03, 2025 at 5:33 GMT-7

GoPro HD Hero2: Doesn't start up after not using several months

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 10:33:47 -0700

GoPro worked well but after not using it for a few months it doesn't startup.

Checked battery = charged

Tried battery of a friend: same problem.

Searched the internet and found information that this happens more often. Soft- or hardware problem?

Does this sound familiar?

Does anyone have a solution?

⟐ Answered julho 30, 2024 at 10:33 GMT-7

Olympus Camera: Battery Door Plastic Slider Broke on my Olympus Stylus 820

Sun, 12 May 2024 06:43:48 -0700

Hoping someone out there will be able to help me with this. The plastic slider of the battery door on my Olympus Stylus 820 broke. I ordered a replacement through Olympus and received it the next day. Unfortunately, it did not come with directions. I called the customer service number and was told I cannot have the instructions to install it myself. I need to send it in to them to repair even though they sold me the part (go figure!).

I've now got a new battery cover that I can't install, a useless camera and a bad taste left over from dealing with Olympus customer service.

Can anyone tell me how to install the battery cover?

Thanks to anyone who is willing to assist.

Jano

⟐ Answered maio 12, 2024 at 6:43 GMT-7

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290: When camera is turned on lens opens and closes over and over

Sun, 17 Dec 2023 08:28:00 -0700

I'm asked to turn camera off then back on but that doesn't help

⟐ Commented dezembro 17, 2023 at 8:28 GMT-7

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V: scrolls through menus on its own uncontrollably

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:37:31 -0700

The camera scrolls through the menus ie. the flash menu and shooting mode menu the timer, single shot and multiple shot mode menu. It is also very slow processing images it has a fresh card.

⟐ Commented abril 09, 2026 at 15:37 GMT-7

Nikon D5300: My monitor screen is black on my Nikon D5300

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:56:36 -0700

My screen on my Nikon d53 nook00 is black. It will not turn on. I can't see any of my setting, menu or anything on it. It does take pictures still. Has anyone else had this problem or know what it may be.

⟐ Answered abril 08, 2026 at 11:56 GMT-7

Ring Video Doorbell: Why is my hardwired battery not trickle charging

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 13:23:05 -0700

I've had my hardwired ring doorbell almost a year a the battery has always been at 100%

Lately its been slowly dropping and not recharging. I've read on other forums that this was the cause of a firmware upgrade and ring knows nothing about it. Their tech support is really terrible. Anyone experiencing this?

⟐ Answered janeiro 24, 2026 at 13:23 GMT-7

Canon EOS Rebel T2i: Why am I getting an Error 80?

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 20:48:27 -0700

I've had my Canon T2i for less than a year now. Recently, I've gotten an error 80 message. I've gone through all the "suggested repairs" without any luck. I can't take any photos, and when the camera does turn on and I attempt a photo, it will quickly turn off and give me the error message. HELP!

⟐ Answer accepted setembro 08, 2025 at 20:48 GMT-7

Nikon D70: Can I replace/repair CF pin assembly (bent pins) on Nikon D70 myself?

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 08:08:40 -0700

can i replace/repair CF pin assembly (bent pins) on Nikon D70 myself?

⟐ Answered janeiro 23, 2025 at 8:08 GMT-7

Fujifilm Instax Mini Eight: Film is stuck half way through the film slot

Fri, 03 May 2024 04:36:01 -0700

I put in a new film cartridge… and you know the first black cover that’s supposed to come out before taking any pictures? IT GOT STUCK

⟐ Commented maio 03, 2024 at 4:36 GMT-7

GoPro Hero3 Black: I want to reset my wifi password

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 03:20:24 -0700

Where I can change my go pro wifi password in dubai….

I tried my self but failed

⟐ Answered novembro 29, 2023 at 3:20 GMT-7