FZ-18 Bought this camera, took it on trip to S. America. In the majority of my pictures taken with full zoom, one side of picture is blurry.I returned camera, was told it was defective, and was given a replacement, also brand new.Same thing happened.Now I am on my THIRD of same model and same thing happens.I have tested camera on self-timer at far greater distances than 10 feet, same problem.Any advice?I have not read any reviews citing this problem.Otherwise I am happy with pictures it takes. FZ-18 Bought this camera, took it on trip to S. America. In the majority of my pictures taken with full zoom, one side of picture is blurry.I returned camera, was told it was defective, and... » Read More FZ-18 Bought this camera, took it on trip to S. America. In the majority of my pictures taken with full zoom, one side of picture is blurry.I returned camera, was told it was defective, and was given a replacement, also brand new.Same thing happened.Now I am on my THIRD of same model and same thing happens.I have tested camera on self-timer at far greater distances than 10 feet, same problem.Any advice?I have not read any reviews citing this problem.Otherwise I am happy with pictures it takes. « Show Less
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Another possibility. The lens will actually zoom (optically) to 28X+ mag at lower resolutions. As stated in the owners manual with possible (I forget the exact wording) degradation of the image. Is it possible you may using a lower res?
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We set the camera on the IA setting, and changed the ISO to 1600. Great pictures/camera for the price.
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I'm sorry to hear about your horrible experience, but it sounds like it was a very remote occurrence. I, like the several other people whose comments I see here, have had no trouble with my Lumix. I would follow Janet's advice; return the camera, and let the company make it right with you. Unless they are totally unethical, they won't want to leave you unhappy with their product. These are actually nice cameras. I'm sure they'll fix this for you.
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The image should not be blurry. Have you checked to make sure there is nothing on the viewfinder area...there is a red dial that can change the focus but i wouldn't think it would be blurry even if that was off slightly.
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I purchased a D5000 in July and have been very satisfied with it. Great camera. I recently received an email from Nikon about this problem. My s# is 304**** and they say it has the problem. I haven't sent it in yet. I'm having a problem with fixing something that works fine.
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I love how this always works out for me. I wanted this camera for my cruise on the 18th, but went ahead and got the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 12.1 MP Digital Camera with 12x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 3.0-Inch LCD (Red) last week because I didn't think the Nikon would be here in time. Now that it's here, what should I do? I like the GPS on the Panasonic, but it takes HORRIBLE low light pics. Any help would be appreciated!
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Our camera has a same issue. It was bought 3 years back. The problem started when any picture with Zoom came out blurred. Now, all pictures are blurred.
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I don't know for sure, but suspect it is related to a recall a couple of months ago over the materials used in the viewfinder on a group of this model produced in the last quarter of 2013. I have my camera registered with Canon and was immediately notified about the problem and that my camera wasn't affected. This was the most popular Canon Point and Shoot for a long time on Amazon (at a much lower price). By the way, I love my SX50 and recommend it highly. It is loaded with great features as a bridge camera and the zoom is awesome.
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I have the same problem with the autofocus for video recording (even when set to "Full AF"). It occurs mostly during zooming in and not as much when zooming out. Sometimes, after zooming in, it will lose the focus and then regain it or not at all at times. This problem has occurred in bright light and sun outdoors and indoors in decent and dim light.It's too bad since the quality (color and clarity) seems excellent.
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I have not had the camera for that long, only about 4 months, but have not had the problem occur. Before buying this model, I did a lot of research about the problem and was confident enough that it had been fixed, to shell out almost two grand for the camera. The Ken Rockwell website is a good source of information on Nikon and Canon cameras. I relied heavily on Ken Rockwell's opinion. On another note, I absolutely love everything about this camera.
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A review on the FZ7 indicated that AF (autofocus) needed to be on and just to press the button 1/2 way - wait for AF to work (a fewseconds) - then press full. Solved his problems. 2 or 3 reviewers stated same. Low ISOwas a "gimmee" w/o flash. Try autofocus (you are not using zoom and have light.
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My D40 developed a blurry line in the middle of the viewfinder after about 2 months (or maybe it just took me 2 months to notice it). It doesn't affect the photos, just the viewfinder, but it is a little annoying at times. I'm guessing it's a warp or something like that in the focusing screen. Since I take most of my photos in the Summer and Fall, I don't want to part with it for another couple of months, but after that I plan on sending it in to Nikon to have them check it out while it's still under warranty. It really hasn't been a big deal, and the camera is great in spite of it, but I would like to make sure it's not going to get worse.
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My sincere advice.. Dont buy this camera. It gives blurry pictures and the problem is with the sensors and the software. The software scans for the most appropriate focal length thru a range of distances, when the shutter is half pressed and choses the optimum distance for the user to click to get a sharp picture. Some how the software does not stop the lens at the correct focal distance and hence the blurry pictures. This happens especially at close ups and low light. Nikon does not want to fix this bug.
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i finally sent it to the nikon repair center (look on their main website for information) along with a photocopy of my warranty card and they fixed it and returned it. i hope yours is still on warranty! otherwise i have no idea how much it would cost to fix it. i've lost the "fun" momentum anyway and no longer even enjoy it. a hundred dollars down the drain. good luck with yours.
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The camera is NOT defective and this is a simple issue that is easily fixed.On the left side of the viewfinder housing is a little, flat, vertical wheel/dial. This is the optical adjustment wheel for the viewfinder. Look through the viewfinder and use the fingernail of your index finger on your left hand to move the little wheel first in one direction and then in the other until the image is sharp. The wheel is "tight" but there are little ridges on it that your fingernail can push against to make it move. You will find that there is one position that will make the image through the viewfinder crystal clear. Sometimes the wheel gets moved accidentally. If it ever becomes blurry again just readjust it. The camera is NOT defective and this is a simple issue that is easily fixed.On the left side of the viewfinder housing is a little, flat, vertical wheel/dial. This is the optical adjustment wheel for the viewfinder. Look through the viewfinder and use the fingernail of your index finger on your left hand to move the little wheel first in one direction and then in the other until the image is sharp. The wheel is "tight" but there are little ridges on it that your fingernail can push against to make it move. You will find that there is one position that will make the image... » Read More The camera is NOT defective and this is a simple issue that is easily fixed.On the left side of the viewfinder housing is a little, flat, vertical wheel/dial. This is the optical adjustment wheel for the viewfinder. Look through the viewfinder and use the fingernail of your index finger on your left hand to move the little wheel first in one direction and then in the other until the image is sharp. The wheel is "tight" but there are little ridges on it that your fingernail can push against to make it move. You will find that there is one position that will make the image through the viewfinder crystal clear. Sometimes the wheel gets moved accidentally. If it ever becomes blurry again just readjust it. « Show Less
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Thanks for the gory details. Its flaky metering, fumbling auto-focus and inexcusably slow (F:5.7@100mm) telephoto definitely knock the Canon SX10 off my list. What were the designers at Canon thinking? The FZ28 with its fat lens and RAW recording looks better and better.
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I agree. Recently my hubby and I were shopping, and I wanted either the Olympus FE-370, or the CAnnon sx-110-Is.Low and behold when I opened the parcel yesterday, there was that fugifilm s1000. every shot was blurry and just crap!Im returning it today, and going to get one of my first choices.
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my Kodak Z812S...and even my old Kodak DX7630 take better pictures than the Fuji S1800. My first digital was a Fuji with 3.2 mp and it was a honey! Since then, two more Kodaks (as mentioned previously) one Sony (which is purse-sized and the pix are okay...it's just so I always have a camera on me) and the Fuji S1800. I have about 120 out of 200 or so that are great pictures from Hawaii; and maybe 80 - 100 more from various events and locations. My Eastern Europe shots were not what I hoped for, but editing helped a lot.I'm online now to order the Z981 and will probably post my opinion of the results.With all that said...I'd suggest you go with the Kodak. my Kodak Z812S...and even my old Kodak DX7630 take better pictures than the Fuji S1800. My first digital was a Fuji with 3.2 mp and it was a honey! Since then, two more Kodaks (as mentioned previously) one Sony (which is purse-sized and the pix are okay...it's just so I always have a camera on me) and the Fuji S1800. I have about 120 out of 200 or so that are great pictures from Hawaii; and maybe 80 - 100 more from various events and locations. My Eastern Europe shots were not what I hoped for, but editing helped a lot.I'm online now to order the Z981 and will probably post my opinion... » Read More my Kodak Z812S...and even my old Kodak DX7630 take better pictures than the Fuji S1800. My first digital was a Fuji with 3.2 mp and it was a honey! Since then, two more Kodaks (as mentioned previously) one Sony (which is purse-sized and the pix are okay...it's just so I always have a camera on me) and the Fuji S1800. I have about 120 out of 200 or so that are great pictures from Hawaii; and maybe 80 - 100 more from various events and locations. My Eastern Europe shots were not what I hoped for, but editing helped a lot.I'm online now to order the Z981 and will probably post my opinion of the results.With all that said...I'd suggest you go with the Kodak. « Show Less