mrkellyparker Loc: Michigan

Does anyone know how much it cost to repair/replace a shutter that dies. Can it be done? I guess it depends on what is cheaper the repair or a new camera. I mean if a person spends a couple grand or more on a high end camera would it be cheaper to have the shutter repaired/replaced if possible. I figure if the camera is 500.00 or less new then i would guess it would not be worth it. I would expect this repair would be up round this amount. Does anyone know am I in the ball park? I was reading about shutter life/actuation's and these questions came to mind. Just curious :)

SQUIRL033 Loc: Chehalis, WA

depends on the make and model, but i believe for a Canon DSLR it runs around $200.

jbert Loc: Texas

Also, one needs to check shutter actuations to be sure they have been reached. Actuations are prettty high so maybe it is just a malfunction.

turp77 Loc: Connecticut, Plainfield

I use precision camera in Enfield CT http://www.precisioncamera.com/ you can go to their website describe your problem and the will give you a quote for repairs. They will repair or replace your shutter clean lube and adjust your camera (CLA) its not as costly as most think. It don't cost any thing for asking. I sent my sisters point and shoot cost $62. to bring back to new condition (New lens and ccd). My nikkor lens $120. brought back to new condition after I droped it (New front lens, filter mount & CLA.) Save me over $600. Good luck

snowbear

It would likely depend on the camera make and model, but I would guess $200-$250 for the consumer-level dSLRs, perhaps more for the pro stuff. Best to contact a shop or the factory service department for a better number. If you don't have the little card that came with the camera, the phone numbers are probably available on their website.

dblackard Loc: Rockport Texas

what kind of bird is that in your profile pic? looks like a cardinal or jay but i have never seen one in that color.

amhermanii Loc: Midland, MI

I had a Nikon D-70s with this exact problem. I say had because I had a wedding coming up in a couple weeks and I was just getting it out and trying a few new things when the shutter started acting up. My local Nikon dealer took it in but said it would take about 4-6 weeks to get it back. So, I ended up buying the D-90 with no regrets. When they called to say it was done it was only about $65.00 total for repairs. I would check a local dealer if you have one nearby. In the meantime, I gained the backup camera I had been wanting.good luck

PipesCJ7 Loc: Cordova, Alaska/Shoreline, WA/ Merritt, BC

I just had my D3 shutter replaced after approx. 65,000 cycles and it cost $275.00. It's better than new.

pigpen

I own a canon T2i, this is my first digital. I was talking with someone who has been shooting canon digital for years. She told me if your camera is an older model, and you would like to(or were thinking about) upgrading to a newer canon rather than repairing it, you could contact canon, tell them you want to upgrade, and they will give you a discount when you send in your older/broken model.

Never tried it, but I will give it a shot when its time to upgrade/replace this model.

pigpen

Also I have read that the T2i has approx. 100,000 captures on its shutter life. When I contacted canon directly, they said they had no # for that camera. So I don't know where the website got that info.

alaskanfrog Loc: Alaska

Mostly, the repairs to your camera would depend greatly on how much it cost when you purchased it. Was it new, did you buy it used? What model camera is it? What brand is it, where was it manufactured?

If you paid $200-$500 for a camera, it might be worth it to invest in a new one. However if you paid more $700-3000 or more, then taking it in would definitely be worth taking it to a repair shop.

Having said that, if you decide to take your camera in for repairs, ask them to diagnose the camera first. Once they have an idea on the repairs, ask them to give you a quote and then ask for that quote IN WRITING.

Your best option for repairs is to send it back to the company if it's still under warranty, or if you bought an extended warranty for your unit and the warranty is still viable.

Your second best option for repairs, is to take it to a reputable repair shop that has certification and authorization to effect repairs on your camera. Most reputable businesses will have their certificates displayed in an obvious location in the shop for all to see and will not hesitate to show them if the documents aren't publicly displayed. If any shop does not have their credentials on display or refuse to allow you to view them I would urge caution and advise taking your camera to another shop that has certification and authorization.

Too many people are willing to trust a shop simply because they say they can do the work. Be that as it may, there are many shop owners that are not reputable and could cost you more than you might be willing or are able to pay.

I realize this isn't what you asked about, but it definitely is "food for thought." Good luck getting your shutter problem fixed... On a more positive side, sometimes repair shops might find a problem that is an easy fix and can do it on the spot. Some might charge a small fee, others might not charge a thing if the repairs are minimal and only take a few seconds to a few minutes to repair or adjust... I have experienced both issues discussed here, repairs, disreputable and reputable shops alike.

I've been taken and I've also had very pleasant experiences. When looking for a repair shop, my last bit of advice is to look online for the BBB in your area, enter the shop business name and see if there are any reports, good and bad for the shop you're interested in. After all, this is your camera and could be a considerable investment when you bought it. So, naturally you want the best possible care for it. Again, good luck...

Lmarc Loc: Ojojona, Honduras

Looks like a female Cardinal.

:?:

dblackard Loc: Rockport Texas

that is kind of what i thougth too but our female cardinal look nothing like that.

MWAC Loc: Somewhere East Of Crazy

Yes Canon has a loyalty program, (call 866-443-8002 or 800-828-4040), I've never used it, but I have a broke canon p/s ready to go when I have some $$ saved up and I'm ready for an upgrade.

pdwoodswood Loc: Lewisville, NC

Is there a " shutter actuation odometer" in the camera?....lol....is there a formula for approximating shutter actuations in a DSLR based on age?