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Nov 16, 2017 11:00:03   #
philz Loc: Rockaway Township NJ
 
I have a Canon 60D that failed to function at all on a recent trip. I sent it in to a repair facility that estimated $92.00 to replace the bottom pcb circuit board. They responded that a Canon technician did replace it but the main circuit board is not responding and must be replaced for a cost of $269. When I said this is too much they responded that if I paid by check the price would drop 20% to $215.20.

Another important point: I have already replaced this camera with a new Canon 80D so it would be a backup/second camera. Therefore, I am inclined to replace it with a newer, low activation new or used camera as it is 5-1/2 years old with about 22,000 shutter activations (they say.) Also, I cannot be sure it will work after they replace the main circuit board. On the other hand this is still a pretty good camera that I could have for less money than anything else I could buy, new or used.

Anyone have experience with repaired cameras that they can share with me? Or other thoughts?

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Nov 16, 2017 11:12:01   #
Keldon Loc: Yukon, B.C.
 
I can't really give you advise on this, all I can say is that 22,000 shutter count is nothing for a modern camera, even one that's 5 1/2 years old. I purchased my D500 in April of this year and I'm at 90,257.
$215.00 doesn't seem too bad for a camera that should last you for several more years, especially as a backup.

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Nov 16, 2017 11:13:30   #
flathead27ford Loc: Colorado, North of Greeley
 
I agree with Keldon, that is a small price to pay for a nice backup. Cheers.

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Nov 16, 2017 11:18:11   #
blue-ultra Loc: New Hampshire
 
I understand the concern. However, I do agree with Keldon and Flathead27Ford. The repaired camera will have a warrenty with it and should give you confidence. Only piece of advice I can give is, if you decide to do the repair, use the camera a lot when you get it back to make sure all is well.

Bob

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Nov 16, 2017 11:33:55   #
orrie smith Loc: Kansas
 
I have a cutoff price, if the repair is less than 1\2 the cost of replacement, I opt for repair. If the cost of repair is more that 1/2 the cost of replacement, I replace. Just a formula that I use.

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Nov 16, 2017 11:39:01   #
SharpShooter Loc: NorCal
 
philz wrote:
I have a Canon 60D that failed to function at all on a recent trip. I sent it in to a repair facility that estimated $92.00 to replace the bottom pcb circuit board. They responded that a Canon technician did replace it but the main circuit board is not responding and must be replaced for a cost of $269. When I said this is too much they responded that if I paid by check the price would drop 20% to $215.20.

Another important point: I have already replaced this camera with a new Canon 80D so it would be a backup/second camera. Therefore, I am inclined to replace it with a newer, low activation new or used camera as it is 5-1/2 years old with about 22,000 shutter activations (they say.) Also, I cannot be sure it will work after they replace the main circuit board. On the other hand this is still a pretty good camera that I could have for less money than anything else I could buy, new or used.

Anyone have experience with repaired cameras that they can share with me? Or other thoughts?
I have a Canon 60D that failed to function at all ... (show quote)


Canon technicians work at Canon! They meant a technician that works ON Canons.
To bad they didn't get it right the first time so you could have made an informed decision the first time. If you don't do the current repair, do you still pay the $92 to get the bad camera back, or is the $215 the total?
Would you pay $215 to buy a used 60D? What are they going for?
In my view, unless you like using two different cameras at the same time, you DONT need a backup! Buy it when you need it!
SS

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Nov 16, 2017 11:43:14   #
mas24 Loc: Southern CA
 
You're caught in a dilemma. Actually $215+ to fix any DSLR is pretty common. The 60D is not a current camera. Sony had a shutter problem on their a55 model. The charge $250 to fix the problem. Camera is now discontinued. Sony said there's no guarantee the problem won't come back either. However, your Canon is not the a55. I would get it fixed. If you decide not to fix it, sell it for parts on eBay. Good luck.

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Nov 17, 2017 06:27:36   #
jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY
 
philz wrote:
I have a Canon 60D that failed to function at all on a recent trip. I sent it in to a repair facility that estimated $92.00 to replace the bottom pcb circuit board. They responded that a Canon technician did replace it but the main circuit board is not responding and must be replaced for a cost of $269. When I said this is too much they responded that if I paid by check the price would drop 20% to $215.20.

Another important point: I have already replaced this camera with a new Canon 80D so it would be a backup/second camera. Therefore, I am inclined to replace it with a newer, low activation new or used camera as it is 5-1/2 years old with about 22,000 shutter activations (they say.) Also, I cannot be sure it will work after they replace the main circuit board. On the other hand this is still a pretty good camera that I could have for less money than anything else I could buy, new or used.

Anyone have experience with repaired cameras that they can share with me? Or other thoughts?
I have a Canon 60D that failed to function at all ... (show quote)


Tough call. So they guessed at the bottom pcb for $92, and now they want to replace something else? So it would cost $92 + $215? If I had a Canon, Canon would be the only place I would send it for repairs. Considering the age and the shutter actuations, I wouldn't put any money into it. Look for a used or refurbished, and sell your 60D on ebay "For Parts." Since you have that nice 80D, why not quite while you're ahead?

Here's what a couple of broken 60Ds have sold for.
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_odkw=canon+60d&LH_Complete=1&LH_Sold=1&_osacat=0&_from=R40&_trksid=p2045573.m570.l1313.TR0.TRC0.H0.Xcanon+60d+for+parts.TRS0&_nkw=canon+60d+for+parts&_sacat=0

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Nov 17, 2017 07:09:15   #
leftj Loc: Texas
 
philz wrote:
I have a Canon 60D that failed to function at all on a recent trip. I sent it in to a repair facility that estimated $92.00 to replace the bottom pcb circuit board. They responded that a Canon technician did replace it but the main circuit board is not responding and must be replaced for a cost of $269. When I said this is too much they responded that if I paid by check the price would drop 20% to $215.20.

Another important point: I have already replaced this camera with a new Canon 80D so it would be a backup/second camera. Therefore, I am inclined to replace it with a newer, low activation new or used camera as it is 5-1/2 years old with about 22,000 shutter activations (they say.) Also, I cannot be sure it will work after they replace the main circuit board. On the other hand this is still a pretty good camera that I could have for less money than anything else I could buy, new or used.

Anyone have experience with repaired cameras that they can share with me? Or other thoughts?
I have a Canon 60D that failed to function at all ... (show quote)


Give some thought to the new Canon SL2/200D for a second camera. Very good reviews and only $569 (body only) at B&H I think.

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Nov 17, 2017 07:37:13   #
hj Loc: Florida
 
I almost always have a "back-up" dslr and never use it. How critical is for you to have a backup camera? I currently have a Canon 70D with a Canon T3i as backup which I'm considering selling rather than just let it sit on the shelf getting older and depreciating in value. How often do we hold on to equipment that just becomes worthless in the market?

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Nov 17, 2017 07:57:26   #
Notorious T.O.D. Loc: Harrisburg, North Carolina
 
My gut reaction is to get out if you can get it back for shipping. I think several hundred dollars might be better spent on another used body of some model. If they are going to charge you $92 so far then it might be worth it to just put in another under plus and get ti fixed. Then if it is fixed you can sell it or keep it as a spare. If you get it back unprepared you can sell it on eBay for parts. Not an easy call unless you are into it for money.

Best,
Todd Ferguson

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Nov 17, 2017 08:47:28   #
RKL349 Loc: Connecticut
 
philz wrote:
I have a Canon 60D that failed to function at all on a recent trip. I sent it in to a repair facility that estimated $92.00 to replace the bottom pcb circuit board. They responded that a Canon technician did replace it but the main circuit board is not responding and must be replaced for a cost of $269. When I said this is too much they responded that if I paid by check the price would drop 20% to $215.20.

Another important point: I have already replaced this camera with a new Canon 80D so it would be a backup/second camera. Therefore, I am inclined to replace it with a newer, low activation new or used camera as it is 5-1/2 years old with about 22,000 shutter activations (they say.) Also, I cannot be sure it will work after they replace the main circuit board. On the other hand this is still a pretty good camera that I could have for less money than anything else I could buy, new or used.

Anyone have experience with repaired cameras that they can share with me? Or other thoughts?
I have a Canon 60D that failed to function at all ... (show quote)


Do you like the camera? Do you see yourself using it much, if repaired, over the next two years? Those decisions should help drive your answers. You have only 22,000 actuations on it, it was repaired by a Canon technician, and they will warrant their work. Once you have decided what role you want this to play in your arsenal, make your decision.

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Nov 17, 2017 09:05:44   #
CHG_CANON Loc: the Windy City
 
Did someone here or another post indicate they've never used their "back up" camera. That should be a valuable piece of input. You've probably noticed already your 80D is so far superior to the 60D. Why spend a penny more fixing this camera to just sit on the shelf unused and forgotten?

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Nov 17, 2017 09:48:10   #
philz Loc: Rockaway Township NJ
 
Thanks for all the input. The money itself, which is $215.20 for the total repair with free return shipping to me and a six month warranty, is not a problem for me. Just the value in doing it, which at $92 was a no brainer. As for the value as a backup, I used a Fujifilm X30 that I use for walking around towns during the rest of my Norway trip when the 60D failed, and it was reasonably adequate. So the $215.20 is a reach unless I have a real use for it, as you all state so well.

That use could be to give it to a grandson in college interested in photography who is currently using my even older Canon 40D with a couple of my older lenses. The 60D would be a significant upgrade for him, as it was for me when I bought it. Or I could just get it back and sell it for parts on eBay, which I did not know could be done. That is what I think I will do.


(Thanks jerryc41 for that info. Also, I have a house at Windham Mountain in the Northern Catskills so we should get together for a photo shoot.)

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Nov 17, 2017 10:21:04   #
gvarner Loc: Central Oregon Coast
 
I have personal property coverage for my camera gear with State Farm. No depreciation, no deductible, repair or replace if lost or stolen. It's cheap if you're an amature. Easy to add and subtract gear as your needs change. No, I haven't had to use it yet but …

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