Nikon D5000 recall Is there anyone out there with a D5000 that has not been recalled? I purchased mine on 7/12, and it is recalled. I would be surprised if there are D5000s that are *not* recalled (unless there are multiple vendors for the power chip...).Seems like Nikon really has their t** in the wringer here. Who is going to buy the existing inventory? Nikon D5000 recall Is there anyone out there with a D5000 that has not been recalled? I purchased mine on 7/12, and it is recalled. I would be surprised if there are D5000s that are *not*... » Read More Nikon D5000 recall Is there anyone out there with a D5000 that has not been recalled? I purchased mine on 7/12, and it is recalled. I would be surprised if there are D5000s that are *not* recalled (unless there are multiple vendors for the power chip...).Seems like Nikon really has their t** in the wringer here. Who is going to buy the existing inventory? « Show Less
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Oh, one other point. From the Nikon webpage FAQ:Q. My D5000's serial number was verified as affected by this Advisory, but my camera is working fine. Does it still require the service related to this Advisory?A. Yes. Even though your camera may not yet exhibit the indications related to this Advisory, Nikon recommends that the service be performed at your earliest convenience.Nikon recommends you send your camera in.
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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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yes, I've asked twice and haven't gotten an answer. I've returned a recall unit. If I could get a clean one, I'd buy it. I think it's a very nice product. But, I for one, am not going to pay retail for a "fixer-upper". At a "refurb" price, I'd think about it, because units below ser 3114200 are exactly that - refurbs waiting to be refurbed. I'm going to wait another week to see if I get an answer, and then just get something else. Sigh.
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I hear you. I can think of several reasons to put off returning the camera. If it ain't broke... Also, as the recall picks up steam, the delay getting it back might increase. IMHO, just keep in mind the impression I get from reading the Nikon groups, and that is, it *will* fail, in fairly short order. Seems right to me, otherwise, Nikon would have dealt with this on a case-by-case basis rather than recalling *every* unit. So, my (unsolicited) advice would be (a) make sure you get this fixed before the warranty runs out; and (b) if you have a must-do situation (like professional gig or once-in-a-lifetime vacation) have a viable backup with you. I hear you. I can think of several reasons to put off returning the camera. If it ain't broke... Also, as the recall picks up steam, the delay getting it back might increase. IMHO, just keep in mind the impression I get from reading the Nikon groups, and that is, it *will* fail, in fairly short order. Seems right to me, otherwise, Nikon would have dealt with this on a case-by-case basis rather than recalling *every* unit. So, my (unsolicited) advice would be (a) make sure you get this fixed before the warranty runs out; and (b) if you have a must-do situation (like professional gig or... » Read More I hear you. I can think of several reasons to put off returning the camera. If it ain't broke... Also, as the recall picks up steam, the delay getting it back might increase. IMHO, just keep in mind the impression I get from reading the Nikon groups, and that is, it *will* fail, in fairly short order. Seems right to me, otherwise, Nikon would have dealt with this on a case-by-case basis rather than recalling *every* unit. So, my (unsolicited) advice would be (a) make sure you get this fixed before the warranty runs out; and (b) if you have a must-do situation (like professional gig or once-in-a-lifetime vacation) have a viable backup with you. « Show Less
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I sent mine in on July 27 and got it back today, Aug 4. Everything went perfectly.
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http://www.nikonusa.com/Service-And-Support/Service-Advisories/D5000-Service-Advisory.page
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I just went to my local Best Buy today. They had 3 D5000 in the box and I had them check all serial numbers at Nikon's web sight. All were within the recall. Most recalls give customers a serial number range so I also would not be surprised if all D5000s are recalled either.
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I saw that also. I want to say the ones I had checked were in the 308**** range if I'm remembering right. 30** for sure. Bummer. I'm running out of summer and I've got the itch for a DSLR. I may go for the Canon T1i. But I really like the user menu Nikon uses. That and the pictures seem better.
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check out dpreview.com in the Nikon forum. Seems like all cameras thru #3114394 have the defect. I think this represents ~2.5 months' worth of sales, *plus* whatever is in the inventory pipeline.
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Thanks for the reply! I do have a back up, a Sony 2.5 megapix I got around 2001. The D5000 gives you a much better picture to work with , I like to use RAW files with Photoshop which the Sony doesn't do. I've read the info on Nikon's site and will send it in. Our grandbaby (4 months old) is coming for a visit tomorrow for a few days and I plan to send it in after the visit. I'll miss it. . .The camera and the grandbaby.
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I understand that Nikon is not servicing or providing spare parts to service providers if the camera is not Nikon USA, or what they call grey market. If you ask me, if you buy a Nikon, it still is a Nikon so they should repair it but I know for a fact that they are not repairing them
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I too have wanted to buy a T2i for a while, ever since I noticed the announcement in February. Then, it was seemingly always out of stock at Amazon. Perhaps I haven't waited long enough, or maybe it just wasn't meant to be. Although I have bought 5 Canon cameras over the years, and I considered myself a Canon loyalist, I am beginning to wonder if maybe I should buy a Nikon as my first digital SLR.
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if your buying one only buy it directly from a company, you can't expect to get a warranty on used items sold here and places like eBay. I would find a place going out of business or buy direct from amazon fulfillment. otherwise I don't know if nikon USA.com will let you buy an extended warranty. if you care bought a warranty buy it from someone I wouldn't buy from eBay. 90% of the stuff there is counterfeit. and horrible? you'll have better luck with amazon? remember a standard kit for nikon d3200 is bought 600 with one lens, check the website listed above. in this response
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My camera wasn't grey market. It was Nikon USA. Still having troubles with viewfinder focus. Camera is being repaired for the 3rd time. I have a feeling it still won't work properly.
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Did any of you read this review? http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Nikon-D5000-D90-Compared-to-Canon-Rebel-T1i-500D.shtmlD5000 seems to be an easy pick. I am now tossing my coin between D90 and D5000.
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Dear, SirI bought Nikon D3200 and addtional two batterys (power2000 for Nikon EN-EL14, 7.4 1500mAH 11.1 wh)But the battery did not work in D3200, also D3200 diplayed no suitable battery. What shall I do?I am looking forward to hear from you as soon as possible.Thank youHeoksoon Limlhs865@hanmail.net(or heolim@sandia. gov)
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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. 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... » Read More 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. « Show Less
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Ok we are almost in march and nothing about shipping dates! I read that the dealay was due to a firmware fix to solve auto-focus issues (Too slow!). I was thinking in buy a Nikon d5000 with the wide-angle DX format 35mm f1.8 and save a $1000.00 dollars. I think with this solution I can have the same image quality in a much bigger, but cheapper, gear. And is in Stock! Not a good representation for Leica. I am changing my mind about this brand.
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I have two Nikon batteries and keep a fresh one with me all the time. I purchased the Nikon D80 from Amazon as well as the spare battery and have had them for about 5 or 6 years without any problems. We, my wife and I take pictures oround the southeast and take pictures of wildlife almost every day. Will the battery last a lifetime? I don't know if it will last as long as we live but both batteries are still working just fine after being used almost daily for approx. 6 years. Hope this will be of some help......Rich
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Hey, i just purchased the Nikon D60... i am thinking about exchanging it for the XTI for the same reason. the time to for the flash to "refresh" really makes it hard to catch the moment when flash is needed. Are you stil happy with your exchange? Can anyone comment on the reasons for the substantially slower flash in the Nikon D60 when compared to the canon XTI? Also, i heard that the Canon XTI is being taken out of the market and only the XSi will remain... is that true?
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Hi I would not waste my time &gt;&gt;&gt; I have tried sending in letters with my D300 and lens . All they did was replace parts in lens and sent a real nice letter saying they could not recreate the issue , Thank you for being a Nikon user. Now my D300 is back with nikon for a focus screen replacement as it has scratches on it . Not on the pictures , you can only see it in the view finder drives me nuts. I believe that they are not going to do anything untill they find a fix, If they admit that there is an issue sales would fall badly. All i know is that the users that have the DBS are not bragging about how good of a camera it is. I would not touch a D300 now if they payed me .
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Well, that's a moot point. I ordered it from amazon.com and took delivery in the London (UK) two days later. Amazon was the only supplier who could guarantee delivery during the 5 days I was in the UK. A couple of days later, I looked at the paperwork that came with the lens. It said something to the effect that the warranty was only good for the US. I know that Nikon guarantees its products worldwide for a year. I called Nikon (UK) and they verified this verbally and in writing. Nikon (US) had other ideas and told me that it wasn't Nikon that needed to honor the warranty but Amazon as the retailer. Amazon said "No way" and suggested that if I wasn't happy I could return the lens to the US (at my expense with a refund promised for shipping expenses) . The ping-pong continued for another day and in the end, Amazon said that the invoice from them was proof of purchase and that this essentially covers the warranty worldwide. In my case, the whole point of the exercise was that I had a project the following week and needed the lens so I took the risk and left it at that. I wouldn't expect a major problem with a lens during the first year anyhow and my other Nikkor lenses have been great. If needs be, we'll see what happens - and if really needs be and the warranty isn't honored, then I'll have to fork up! So, really, it's up to you to decide what you want to do. I had already made up my mind that I wanted it by a certain date and was willing to take whatever risk might be involved. I hope that this helps you.
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Hi! Have you received your camera? Are you happy with the vendor? I am having the same problem finding the IS880 and was considering this retailer, but I was nervous about the unknown.Thank you!
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It really stinks - I was waiting for Black Friday to purchase and it's gone UP in price. I'm going to rethink this - maybe the D3000 which is here for $100 off. I was so ready to buy!
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You will need to contact Nikon if it is still under warranty. They will repair your camera but if you have the same experience I did waiting on a part, that repair can take several months. Don't expect them to send you a replacement. The AW100 cured me of wanting another Nikon anything. It is a very trouble prone camera.
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Dear, Sir I bought Nikon D3200 and addtional two batterys (power2000 for Nikon EN-EL14, 7.4 1500mAH 11.1 wh) But the battery did not work in D3200, also D3200 diplayed no suitable battery. What shall I do? I am looking forward to hear from you as soon as possible. Thank you Heoksoon Lim lhs865@hanmail.net(or heolim@sandia. gov)