I have a DMC ZZ57. Clam shell lens cover no longer fully opens when powered on nor fully closes when powered off. Why?
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Don't know how old your camera is, but this happened to mine a while ago. My camera was quite old. The cost to fix it was prohibitive, so I bought a new camera, with an extended warranty. I looked at Best Buy , Amazon and a number of other places and bought a new on when they had a sale
240651
It could be that a tiny obstacle has entered your camera and caused this, or that the mechanics of the cover have been compromised, or that there's a glitch in the 'computer' workings of the camera. I have seen this in many other makes and models, and if your warranty doesn't cover it then try to manually move it one way or the other. Most likely a spring came loose. Bummer, though.
240652
I had this happen on a DMZ8. The most common problem is dust or dirt that gets trapped in the clam shell mechanics and causes it to bind. You can have it repaired at a camera shop however, the cost normally runs around $80 and it may be worthwhile to just buy a new camera.
650519
There is an automatic lens cover that opens and closes as you turn the camera on and off. This is true with most point and shoot cameras.
796541
I'm sorry to hear that but I don't have that issue with mine. I'm very pleased with the way my machine operates. Maybe check to make sure there are no clogs in the cover opening.
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I had my ELPH for two weeks and the lens cover stopped opening all the way up. I have to use my finger to push the lens cover all the way open. Sometimes it doesn't close all the either. I'd take a refund or exchange if I knew how to go about it.
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Rain water pools on the outside of the lens without problems. There is a small hole on the lip of the cover to allow drainage but if the light is angled up, the water on the anterior surface of the lens doesn't reach it to drain. Moisture condenses on the inside of the lens on a hot summer day due to moisture in the air at night. So far, none of the bulbs have blown out since I installed them in the summer. They are all working without a bulb change even now in the winter with snow. The only issue I have with this light is that the metal cover often does not close tightly. I used few daps of silicone to secure the cover closed. Rain water pools on the outside of the lens without problems. There is a small hole on the lip of the cover to allow drainage but if the light is angled up, the water on the anterior surface of the lens doesn't reach it to drain. Moisture condenses on the inside of the lens on a hot summer day due to moisture in the air at night. So far, none of the bulbs have blown out since I installed them in the summer. They are all working without a bulb change even now in the winter with snow. The only issue I have with this light is that the metal cover often does not close tightly. I used few daps... » Read More Rain water pools on the outside of the lens without problems. There is a small hole on the lip of the cover to allow drainage but if the light is angled up, the water on the anterior surface of the lens doesn't reach it to drain. Moisture condenses on the inside of the lens on a hot summer day due to moisture in the air at night. So far, none of the bulbs have blown out since I installed them in the summer. They are all working without a bulb change even now in the winter with snow. The only issue I have with this light is that the metal cover often does not close tightly. I used few daps of silicone to secure the cover closed. « Show Less
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Yes it does. It's called a shutter I think, it just acts as a protective cover when it is in off mode, other than that once its powered on, it opens up! That sounded dirty.
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The black section on the top does unscrew. However, then the lens will fall out.
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CNet.com's Senior Editor Lori Grunin says that it is indeed the lens cover that is rattling, but other than an annoyance when the camcorder is in your bag and you hear the rattle, it is not a problem. "Looking at the camcorder head-on, one of the first things you notice is the odd built-in lens cover that uses a closing-eye type rather than aperture-blade type of design we usually see. It wouldn't be notable except that when closed, the two plastic pieces tend to rattle against each other; since the camcorder is off, it's not a problem, just a minor irritation."
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I'm having this problem with a DPF D80.It's a big problem because it was bought as a gift for elderly relatives, I took it out of the box to load it with some photos, and I MUST now get it back in the box. But it won't go as the stand won't close.
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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.
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when the camera is turned off the lens retracts and a cover mechanism closes over the lens. it's great pocket camera. it's always good to check for lint on any camera lens as none are completely lint-proof.
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I haven't had anything like that happen to mine. I was just looking at the lens and honestly I can't see what might fall off in the way of a thin, plastic circle or ring. If the camera is still operating properly then I'd say keep taking pictures. With hope the now-missing circle/ring hasn't left an opening where dust and dirt can get into the lens or the camera itself. Keep us posted.
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I have a friend that is having trouble with the ZS-8,just a little dust or dirt and the lens shutter will not open. He is battling Panasonic right now for a fix.Alfred
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A camera TZ5 with a broken lens caps sits in Best Buy Saratoga, NY display case right now. Evidently this is an issue that needs attention before the next model comes out along with the weight. I would definitely consider a good protection agreement.
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Make sure the drive unit is rotated with the off/on switch on the bottom also check that the drive unit wires coming out at the end are not letting the case completely close.
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The lens is covered when you turn the camera off, and opens when you turn it on.
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I had the same problem with another model (Powershot A620). Tried to fix it myself but couldn´t. Send it better to a repair shop. Openning will only damage it more. Sorry.