Problem with Canon Powershot A720is
Reinhard Zwirner
Today, I got a new PS A720is as a successor for my PS A80. Installed
the batteries, inserted the memory card, shot a photo, viewed it in
playback mode: wonderful.
Let's try another photo, so back to shooting mode: oops, what's this?!
There's no picture :-(. Indeed, the display showed nothing but the
symbols (auto flash, ISO, stabilizer, etc.). Actually, not a single
error message is displayed. Even a reset to default settings as well
as changing the batteries didn't help.
But maybe it's one of you experts who can help ...
TIA for helpful hints.
CU
Reinhard
ASAAR
> Let's try another photo, so back to shooting mode: oops, what's this?!
> There's no picture :-(. Indeed, the display showed nothing but the
> symbols (auto flash, ISO, stabilizer, etc.). Actually, not a single
> error message is displayed. Even a reset to default settings as well
> as changing the batteries didn't help.
I don't have an A720IS, but am going by other Axxx models. If you
press the Disp. button, does the display cycle through different
views, some with symbols, some without, one with grid lines, etc.?
Does the black background resemble what you'd see if you were able
to cover the lens? The only way I can get that black/dark effect
without covering the lens is to have the PowerShot set to Manual
mode, which varies the brightness of the image in the LCD depending
on camera settings. The image may appear black if the shutter speed
is too fast, the aperture too small, the ISO too low, or some poorly
selected combination of these. In P, Tv, Av and other (non-M)
modes, the image should be visible no matter what settings have been
selected. If this isn't what's causing your problem and nobody else
here has an answer, speak with or email Canon's tech. support.
Reinhard Zwirner
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>
> I don't have an A720IS, but am going by other Axxx models. If you
> press the Disp. button, does the display cycle through different
> views, some with symbols, some without, one with grid lines, etc.?
Exactly!
> Does the black background resemble what you'd see if you were able
> to cover the lens? ...
After just one photo I'm not able to judge a possible resemblance ...
> ... The only way I can get that black/dark effect
> without covering the lens is to have the PowerShot set to Manual
> mode, which varies the brightness of the image in the LCD depending
> on camera settings. The image may appear black if the shutter speed
> is too fast, the aperture too small, the ISO too low, or some poorly
> selected combination of these. In P, Tv, Av and other (non-M)
> modes, the image should be visible no matter what settings have been
> selected. If this isn't what's causing your problem and nobody else
> here has an answer, speak with or email Canon's tech. support.
There's no picture in all possible modes. So I'm afraid I have to
contact the tech. support :-(
Many thanks for your help
Reinhard
Dudley Hanks
"Reinhard Zwirner" <reinhard...@web.de> wrote in message
news:4910B6F1...@t-online.de...
If you find out what the problem is, I'd be interested in hearing what the
cause is. I've got an old A70 that has the same problem.
Since it was a few years old when the display crapped out, I bought an A720
rather than repairing it. But, it was such a good camera I haven't had the
heart to throw it out. I keep hoping someone will post a solution so I can
use it as a backup.
Good Luck,
Dudley
Reinhard Zwirner
>
>...
>
> If you find out what the problem is, I'd be interested in hearing what the
> cause is. I've got an old A70 that has the same problem.
>
> Since it was a few years old when the display crapped out, I bought an A720
> rather than repairing it. But, it was such a good camera I haven't had the
> heart to throw it out. I keep hoping someone will post a solution so I can
> use it as a backup.
Hi Dudley,
I've found the following text on
<Quote>
Important Notice About Your Canon Product:
It has recently come to our attention that the vendor-supplied
CCD image sensors used in this Canon digital camera may cause
the following malfunction: When the product is used in recording
or playback mode, the LCD screen and/or electronic viewfinder may
exhibit either a distorted image or no image at all. While reports
of this malfunction have been rare in the United States, we have
determined that it may occur if the product is exposed to hot and
humid environments.
Effective immediately, and regardless of warranty status, Canon
will repair, free of charge, products exhibiting the above-mentioned
malfunction if the malfunction is caused by the CCD image sensor.
Canon will also cover the cost of shipping and handling in connection
with this repair.
U.S. residents are kindly directed to contact the Canon Customer
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We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused by this issue,
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</Quote>
HTH
Reinhard
Reinhard Zwirner
Just to let you know: my A720 IS was warranty-repaired by
Canon service. "Therapy": Objective replaced.
Happy New Year to all of you!
Reinhard
John Navas
<reinhard...@web.de> wrote in <4958DD86...@t-online.de>:
>Just to let you know: my A720 IS was warranty-repaired by
>Canon service. "Therapy": Objective replaced.
Great!
>Happy New Year to all of you!
--
Very best wishes for the holiday season and for the coming new year,
John