Has anyone had a problem with a black spot appearing on the lens? It can't be cleaned off the lens - it is inside. It shows up on the photos.
1504921
Yes, on my approx 5 year old SD870 Elph. Black spot grew from pinprick to 1/3 of the screen over about 6 months. Doesn't show up on pictures, but makes it hard to see what's on the screen. Screen is losing pixels or something.
1504922
I don't have that problem. Your camera must have a defect. You should return it if you can.
1504923
JME, so far mine has worked fine with sharp clear photos, no black spots. I have only run about 200 photos thru it though. I'll probably be putting a lot on it next month. I'll will respond back if it starts appearing on mine.
1504924
It is dust. I have had two cameras do this... same model. If you carry the camera in your pocket dust eventually gets inside. If it is under warranty send it back. Otjerwise buy a new camera. Not a Canon.
1504925
I have not noticed a black spot on the lens. Probably a manufacturers defect.
682944
No Amy, and Ive actually had this problem on some previous cases before but it leaves more than enough space for the lens and flash to work properly without interference! hope this helps! :)
492103
I love this case. I took a black marker & ran it around the inside of the lens slot. Someone had mentioned doing that in a review and it works.
1366503
No there shouldn't be black spots. 2 things could be the issue. 1. Manufacturer defect in the chem process or 2. They are imposters that were made by a far less superioir Chinese company. I hope for you it's not number 2. I would try to exchange them.
1810033
Sorry this is late, but yes, I have had no problems with it other than dirt and water getting on it. I did follow another persons suggestion about coating the seams with silicone and I have had no issues with it. Works really well for the price. Hope this helps. I did not apply silicone to the lens, didn't want any distortion.
2199778
I have had three of these, and they all seem to develop this problem. I've used a pressurized can blower ( as in wine saver) to clean it, and that works for awhile. Other than assisting with fingers to open the lens cover, I haven't found any other solution. K
2009070
Mine is in perfect condition. I have several lenses from Tamron and they have all been in mint condition. Return it to them and they should replace.
858601
Have you had any problems with dust? I found three or more reviews on the DMC-ZS8 with particles of dirt accumulating. How's your camera faring with this problem? One person actually took the time to take the camera apart to clean it - Amazing! He wrote how he did it and posted it in the July/August 2011 time period. I can't purchase this camera with confidence even though it sounds great. Thanks much.
623633
Take a little dish washing liquid, coat the inside of the lense and leave it overnight. Rinse the lense clean with water in the morning and let air dry. that should solve the problem.
577687
I currently use an FZ30 and I was thinking of replacing it with an FZ50 because my FZ30 has exactly the problem you've experienced. Only mine is a C-shaped mark in the upper right. There are no detectable marks on the lens and the camera has never gotten wet. I've always wrapped it up when I brought it in from the cold. I can't imagine how the sensor could have gotten dirty. I haven't checked out getting it repaired yet, but I'm disappointed to hear the problem can occur on a FZ50 too. Aside from this, it's the perfect camera.
25069
Hey there, I just had this same thing happen to my camera!!! The camera was not dropped or anything and it seemed to just appear out of the blue. One minute I am taking pictures and it looked fine, then I look down and the screen internally is cracked, the outside of the LCD does not have a scatch on it. I am about to send it off to Olympus to get a warrentyl repair, but could use any other instances of this happening as evidence that this is not my fault. Please let me know what you were able to get done.Thanks,Nick
1263960
I smacked mine a couple of times on the side of the lens took an air can and blew in all the cracks and crevices, Put electronic endust on a lens cleaning tissue and forcefully pulled the telephoto lens out gently while pushing on the extension button and wiped it all clean several times. Even ran the tissue a ways into the crevice surrounding the lens. Somehow it started working again which thrilled me since Ehow wanted $176 just to look at it if I would send it in. It still sounds a little scratchy but I will continue cleaning it every use. It sounds like it has a minute piece of sand or something in it. Hope this will work for you. I smacked mine a couple of times on the side of the lens took an air can and blew in all the cracks and crevices, Put electronic endust on a lens cleaning tissue and forcefully pulled the telephoto lens out gently while pushing on the extension button and wiped it all clean several times. Even ran the tissue a ways into the crevice surrounding the lens. Somehow it started working again which thrilled me since Ehow wanted $176 just to look at it if I would send it in. It still sounds a little scratchy but I will continue cleaning it every use. It sounds like it has a minute piece of sand or... » Read More I smacked mine a couple of times on the side of the lens took an air can and blew in all the cracks and crevices, Put electronic endust on a lens cleaning tissue and forcefully pulled the telephoto lens out gently while pushing on the extension button and wiped it all clean several times. Even ran the tissue a ways into the crevice surrounding the lens. Somehow it started working again which thrilled me since Ehow wanted $176 just to look at it if I would send it in. It still sounds a little scratchy but I will continue cleaning it every use. It sounds like it has a minute piece of sand or something in it. Hope this will work for you. « Show Less
1100754
The true I don't use match this filter, I have to play more with this. But I think you may have some black or shadows, and in other hand, like someone said you can remove UV filter. In some shots you want use polarized filter and at this time I don't know how will work because I don't have one."Hi,I have a canon 24-70 lens. Will this work at 24? Or do you think I will ses!e black spots as others mentioned. thxn"
24185
yes, I had the same problem after 6 months of owning the camera. With my camera, the lens froze open while after using the camera. I sent it to Canon while it was still under warranty and they fixed it. But I am worried that it will do the same thing again. I am really disappointed with this product!
1256211
The one that I have leaves a black ring on the outer edges of the picture. It is something inside of the telescopic lens that has the defect. However, I did only pay $12 for it and you get what you pay for.
722034
If the lens doesn't retract all the way, slide a piece of paper in between the lens barrels. Try turning it on. This fixed mine tonight. I think the lens wasn't seated properly.Don't do this unless you are sure it's out of warranty.
34109
If there is condensation inside the lens there is a crack in the lens cover or a bad seal. I have not had any problems at all. The picture is clear and bright. You do have to keep the lens clean. Even works perfectly at night.