My camera shows lens error and the error code is e32 how do I solve error?

This error normally comes when your Canon camera lens gets stuck in the barrel itself. There are some steps which can be followed to resolve this problem which as follows,
STEP 1: Switch on the camera while you hold the shutter button and connect it to the AC adapter or to the USB cable at the same time.
STEP 2: Now by default the lens should get properly aligned if not try to twist them slightly by holding down the camera lens with soft hands.
STEP 3: Just push and pull the lens slightly as it extends automatically.
STEP 4: Now when the lens is in the hard surface power on your camera.
STEP 5: Try to hit the camera softly beside the lens which might solve the issue.
You can try to format the memory card completely and then reinsert to your camera which might be the issue at times.

lens may be slightly experiencing a focus error . try cleaning the lens and contacts .

or set the switch to manual focus

One of the most common causes of the E32 is that there is an issue with the lens alignment. It make be stuck in place. Does your lens work in and out when you power up and down your camera? If so, there may be a hardware error causing the issue. If you are fortunate enough to have an authorized Canon dealer/shop in our area, you could take it to them and let them look at it.

Otherwise, if there is a local camera shop or a camera club nearby, you could seek additional help there as well. As a last case scenario, you could take it to a Wolf Camera or Ritz Camera which is a big-box camera store if there is one nearby.

Error E32
This error comes when your Canon camera lens gets stuck in the barrel itself. There are some steps which can be followed to resolve this problem which as follows,
STEP 1: Switch on the camera while you hold the shutter button and connect it to the AC adapter or to the USB cable at the same time.
STEP 2: Now by default the lens should get properly aligned if not try to twist them slightly by holding down the camera lens with soft hands.
STEP 3: Just push and pull the lens slightly as it extends automatically.
STEP 4: Now when the lens is in the hard surface power on your camera.
STEP 5: Try to hit the camera softly beside the lens which might solve the issue.
You can try to format the memory card completely and then reinsert to your camera which might be the issue at times.

Try these procedures.

Error E32 is mostly a lens error and it denotes that your lens barrel has some problem.
If your camera is still under warranty and has definitely not been subject to misuse then contact the Canon service department in your country to find out about a free repair.

Stuck lenses are probably the most common reason that compact digital cameras get thrown away, but there's a fair chance of recovering use of your camera again

The fault is commonly caused by dirt or grit blocking the mechanism, or due to it having suffered a recent fall. Another common cause is that the camera was in a pocket or bag and the power button accidentally activated and tried to open the lens against resistance. The mechanism may have simply become dislodged or there may be parts which have broken.

Now there isn't much to do here. I am listing a few techniques that might help, but do it at your own risk as it can help in some cases or make it worse in others.

1. Another way to do this is to place the camera lens down on a hard surface and then power it up. Be sure to use a soft cloth or something similar as to not scratch your lens or casing. Let the lens push the camera up and down a few times and sometimes the little resistance provided by the camera is enough to get things going again.
2. Try hitting your camera near the lens on the body with the soft tissue on the palm of your hand.

Other than that , I would take the camera to a repair center for a evaluation to see if it would cost more to repair than to replace the camera.

Hope this helps to solve it.

If you're having E32 errors, it means that your lens is stuck in the barrel. It's not an uncommon error, but the best resolution I can suggest is to bring it to a professional as a last case scenario, but here are some tips:

1. Try holding the shutter button while switching on the camera
2. Try connecting it to your USB adaptor, usually it pushes the lens in and out.
3. Look at the lens and if some of the lens circles is misaligned or not concentric then try wiggling it, turn your camera off and on.

From the Canon manual: "Error code E32 means the camera was dropped on concrete"

I have purchased recently canon ixus 130, the camera automatically shuts down after some 30 sec& shows a messege 'camera error,restart camera will autometically shut down error
E32.'

Just bought a Canon SX210, I can take only a couple of shots before the Camera gives Camera error E32 and shuts down, this is a consistent. Any hints?