Posted by Robert Dayton on September 16, 2011 at 10:27 AM
My Canon 10D is my backup camera body.
In recent years the depth of field preview
button has been sticking and I can't
depress or use it. Until recently I used
to be able to loosen it up by spraying the
button with a can of compressed air. I
guess that blew the dust/dirt out.
Now that doesn't work. Hence I can't get
a DOF reading. I'm reluctant to send it
in to CANON to have them fix it because
I suspect that that will be very expensive
and once it is cleaned the problem will just
reoccur over and over again.
I wouldn't hesitate to send it in for diagnosis. With Nikon that's free and you have the opportunity to pay for any work or have the gear returned to you without the work. I've been downright startled with the results of a "factory" cleaning, and suspect that's all your body needs. All based on Nikon for sure, but I think it's grounds for you try sending it in.
Posted by Bill Chambers on September 16, 2011 at 1:54 PM
Ditto what Hank said - what do you have to lose (assuming there's no charge for the quote)? The DoF button is so often used I'd be lost without it.
Oh, yes, I agree! The dof preview function is so essential, it's well worth a little maintenance. If you work with a local camera store, they will know Canon's repair process and what you can expect re: diagnosis and repair costs. Then at least you can decide from there. If you don't work with a camera store, I'd call Canon direct and ask them about their policies on repairs/maintenance. Your backup gear is still gear you rely on when needed!
Posted by John Mumaw on September 16, 2011 at 8:10 PM
Actually, with Canon you simply send in this form with the camera and they will email you an estimate before proceeding. If you decline, they'll ship the camera back to you at no cost.
Are you positive that this event will continue after repairs?
Posted by Robert Dayton on September 16, 2011 at 10:45 PM
Thanks everyone for the suggestions. No John, I'm not positive that once repaired that it will happen
again. You make a good point.
For me it's always a weighing of repair costs if required, versus replacement costs. I have an ancient Nikon 300 f/4 AF and the aperture ring froze. I couldn't make up my mind whether to replace or repair, so I sent it off for evaluation and a quote. Shipping and all repair totaled $200. Then the decision was easy. Only $200 for a stellar piece of glass, compared to new?
Posted by Robert Dayton on September 17, 2011 at 4:44 PM
Discussion
7 repliesIn recent years the depth of field preview
button has been sticking and I can't
depress or use it. Until recently I used
to be able to loosen it up by spraying the
button with a can of compressed air. I
guess that blew the dust/dirt out.
Now that doesn't work. Hence I can't get
a DOF reading. I'm reluctant to send it
in to CANON to have them fix it because
I suspect that that will be very expensive
and once it is cleaned the problem will just
reoccur over and over again.
I welcome any suggestions. Thank you.
Are you positive that this event will continue after repairs?
again. You make a good point.