Ever since I took some pictures of Venus transiting the sun, I can't take pictures faster than 1/60 of a second. They turn out completely black (as if the sensor isn't exposed by the shutter). I still hear a noise, so am pretty sure the mirror is still flipping up. Were the shutters somehow damaged during the shoot? Is there anything I can do? Why 1/60th of a second? To complicate matters, after I had left the camera alone for a while (6 months?), I picked it up and tried again with a different lens and it worked for a day. After that, it was back to usual (not functional at faster than 1/60 of a second exposures). Thanks!
Probably need to send it in.
Do you have a flash attached? If so, remove it.
Also, you might try resetting the entire camera,, in the menu settings.
Finally, remove the battery for a minute, recharge and replace.
See if any of that helps...
Good Luck!
Testimonial: "In my case, removing the battery and replacing it with another, properly charged, one did the trick. Thanks and not sure how I didn't think of this. I guess I'm used to seeing the battery indicator and don't even recall it being low. Maybe the battery is having issues...I have two others so will test that theory."
Probably need to send it in.
Do you have a flash attached? If so, remove it.
Is the integrated flash in the up position? If so, shut of down.
Also, you might try resetting the entire camera,, in the menu settings.
Finally, remove the battery for a minute, recharge and replace.
See if any of that helps...
Good Luck!
Thanks! No flash (well, problem occurs with or without flash). Integrated flash down. I can't access the menu settings, but tried with no battery and replacement battery. no change. thanks! I'll keep at it.
Scratch that! I replaced the battery with a spare and it worked like a charm. I thought I had already done that...but must have just taken it out and put it back in. Thanks for the suggestions!
Wow...having two cameras is confusing. I had another problem which replacing the battery fixed, but that didn't help in the original question. I just got confused. Regardless, thanks for the suggestions, Ron!
Glad the ideas set you on the right course! Good for you! Thank you for the kind words as well! Hope it remains in good working order! Best wishes, Ron
I just read the last comment, arrg! Hopefully some one has some other ideas then. I can't think of what else it would be, did you reset the camera? Things like Rear Curtain Sync, come to mind. When the camera shoots at a flash sync setting, I'd look to make sure there isn't a setting that is causing the under exposure caused by the current settings.
Also, I would try changing out the memory card. IT's possible that it could be bad, but this is a long shot.
...or, that you have the memory card installed? These are just stabs in the dark at this point..
It's almost as if the camera "thinks" a flash is attached, hence the 1/60 shutter speed.
One more suggestion. It seems that this camera also has a "Commander" mode (in the Custom Settings Menu) for external flash control. It is possible that it is either stuck in that Mode. I really feel that the camera, in some way is stuck in flash sync mode, hence the 1/60 shutter speed. Check the CSM menu and verify that "Commander Mode" is not turned on..
Thanks! I tried it but still no luck...still completely black photos with any shutter speed faster than 1/60th of a second.
Oh, then I compared it with another D70 I have and made it mirror that one's settings...so I don't think it is a configuration thing.
I was afraid of that! As I stated in my original post, "it will likely need to be sent in"... and that may still be your only fix. There may be someone who chimes in who knows more, but again, this camera should just work, without a major effort to "make it".
Thanks for all the help. It is appreciated. It has had a good run..I'd love to squeeze some more life out of it, but can't complain if I'm unable to.
well, one option is to sell it , rather than fix it... ebay, you'd probably be able to get about 100 dollars for it!
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SOURCE: nikon coolpix s1 dig camera ,no picture
With the power off, hold the camera in your palm and smack the front of the camera on your leg or arm. You might have to smack it a few time to get it to work. It has to do with the camera CDD lense (shuttle) being stuck. By smacking it around, it will free up the lense. Being extra gentle with it though. It worked for me. Hope this help.
SOURCE: Stuck shutter D100 Nikon
The R06 is the buffer indication, not part of the error. It would appear more work is required. Other components may have failed, or the shutter itself may be bad.
I'm afraid this one is not a DIY. Nikon is pricey on repairs, you may fair better checking the repair service search here on Fixya.
SOURCE: Nikon D70 - err - won't take picture
Today I was taking photos and the camera quit...the top display says err. The book says release shutter, but I push the shutter and it does nothing but make a little click and the err stays. I took the lens off, and the camera does look like the shutter is open or something.
SOURCE: Slow Shutter Speed on Nikon D90
I suggest that you try a system reset for your camera and then complete the following adjustments to see if your camera will respond like it did originally.
Nikon D90 green reset dots. Press at the same time to reset.
Nikon has an easy reset feature. I use it every time I pick up a D90.
My standard operating setting is only a few clicks different from the reset defaults.
I reset everything every time I use my camera, much as a pilot uses a checklist before every flight to prevent any switches from being in the wrong position. When I don't check first, I often have left my D90 in some screwy mode, like 2,500K WB and ISO 3,200, from shooting in the dark the night before.
My checklist is therefore Reset, Program, Basic, Medium, and A3. Allow me to explain:
1.) Reset: Hold down the +/- and AF buttons (next to the green dots) for a few seconds, and the D90 comes out of whatever crazy mode it was in and returns to sanity. The top LCD blinks and everything is back to normal.
Reset leaves the detailed menu tweaks alone and resets only the big dumb things I might have changed overnight.
Once Reset, I change these next:
2.) Program: Spin the top left exposure mode dial to P, program auto exposure.
3.) Hold QUAL and spin the rear dial until you see BASIC, and spin the front dial until you see [M]. You'll always see these on the small top LCD, and if you first tap INFO, you can see it more clearly on the huge rear LCD. (Feel free to use other settings if you have a good reason.)
4.) Hold the WB button and spin the front dial three clicks to A3. This gives warmer (more orange) photos that I prefer.
Excerpt taken from: http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/d90/users-guide/index.htm
Good luck and happy shooting! I have a D80 and would love to get my hands on the new D90. Make sure you also buy a quality filter for your lens UV0. The quality of the lens is just as important as the body it's attached to.
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