Does anyone have a fix for the tightening lever issue? The lock tightens at the top of its rotation, which is obstructed by right side of camera body
1969012
I tried 2 washers for a bit more clearance works on slim heads, but haven't found a good solution to attach it to a rig or straight to a high hat, I hardly use it because of the same issue... in retrospect i should have bought the manfrotto one
1969013
Pull the lever out to the side and rotate down. Then simply rotate it back up. The tabbed lever acts as a wrench for the tightening mechanism.
465528
Mine locks but the locking cable has loosened. Does anyone have experience tightening it?
1887367
Remove the sensor from the mount. Twist the back and there it is. There is even an arrow pointing to the lock position.
690007
No, we have never encountered this issue. We use the camera frequently for road and mountain biking. If you move/shake the camera while just holding it in hand I would say may be a manufacturing issue, I would return and request replacement. We have not had any issue with this camera and love it!
1786150
I don't have this camera, but I recently returned Samsung WB380 camera reluctantly due to the exact same problem. The zoom lever became "sticky" in about a week meaning it never returns to the middle position. Camera thinks you are still trying to zoom and doesn't let you take a picture until you manually push the zoom lever to the center position.Otherwise, the camera was fantastic.
970752
Assuming it is on correctly (top is thin to not interfer with open and close lever action), some sort of misshape does seem to be involved. Send for a new one. Mine closes completely.
1771638
- I haven't had that issue, there is a lever on the side that locks in and out of place...that might be the problem.
1054594
I think I solved the problem by moving the camera lens away from being over the sensor. I found that I had this issue when the lens was over the sensor but not if I adjusted it. Not sure if this helps anyone else.
806609
Mount does not rotate. Place camera on the screw mount and turn the tightening knob to stabilize camera, place on glass or metal and push down on the suction button on top and close the locking handle to secure the mount. Surface should be cleaned prior to mounting or you might have a problem with it staying secure. Hope this answers your questions
457473
Just open the transparent done cover and gently turn the black lens hood. One of my cameras was fixed did way. However don't force it if it does turn freely as you may damage the camera. Loosen the small screw first. Good luck
473254
To fix mine I just had to smack it against my hand (without the brush head on) on all four sides a few times. I think something may have been pressed against the sensor and causing it to stay on.
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I found this to be friction at the lever assembly and cable. Take off the part that snaps onto the handle. Remove both screws. Separate the halves carefully as not to lose the cams. Spray internals and cable with spray silicone lubricant. Reinstall, test. This is what I did to mine and it works again.
1283191
Turn the actual camera over its built on a swivel I had the same problem it's a 5 minute fix and simple
898457
I assume it's locked up also? I'd contact the maker. They seem concerned that their product works well. They responded to my review about the poorly designed locking mechanism so they might just send you a replacement. Worth a shot!
125847
I have had this happen a couple of times on my camera (purchased December 2011). I am not sure why it is getting stuck like that; when it happens for me, the whole camera freezes up. The only way I have found to "un-stick" the lens cover is to pop the battery out and put it back in, which seems to "re-set" things.
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This works very well for me. I have 2 of them. I keep one screwed into my camera body and into the Tripod ring on my 100-400. This way I never have to remove them. I have been using them for about 2 years now and have never had them come loose. The biggest key is to get the lock washer in place correctly. It is a really tight fit. I had to use a needle nose pliers to do it. Hope this helps.
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I have not had this problem, but due to the camera's cost, I would be hesitant in any attempt to fix it yourself. I would recommend that you take it to a camera store that sells Leica cameras and explain the problem. It may be something simple that they can repair immediately. If they can't, they can advise you on the next step, either allowing them to work on it or sending it to Leica for repairs. In my opinion, this camera is outstanding and worth the cost of having it repaired.