MikeFromMT Loc: So Cal & MT

I picked up a D600 1.7 years ago and was ecstatic that I did not have the dreaded spot problem - and did I put it through the ringer to get the spots. Feeling very comfortable I took it on a trip to the Sierras and lo and behold the spots appeared. I contacted Nikon in 11/2013 and they were very helpful. I brought it to the Nikon sore the Los Angeles and within a week I had it back and all fixed. No problems since. So I now read on UHH that there is a trade in program for a D610 that is because of some class action lawsuit by some blood sucking law firm (sorry lawyers, I am a doctor. you are evil and the devil's spawn - for the most part). I also think I read somewhere that Nikon is willing to do free lens cleanings for life for D600 owners. I am now in a quandary. My basic personality is that I like being fair and not screw anyone - even large corporations. So I ask, just for general input. What would you do? Would you plan on getting the camera professionally cleaned every so often or would you take advantage of the trade in program? There are some forms that need to be filled out for the program and I don't know where they are posted. Again my camera is fine at this point and I want to do the right thing (if there is a right thing).

davidrb Loc: Half way there on the 45th Parallel

Mike, you have my deepest sympathies. You are a man with a huge problem, and it is your conscience. Two ways to look at this, yes and no. See how easy it really is? There may be a hint of "do I really get something for nothing?" in your post. Look at it from all possible angles and really confuse yourself. Chances are you will be getting all kinds of advice from both sides. Unfortunately this is your choice and your's alone. Good luck with the conscience.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

According to what I read online (which I posted a few days ago), that program is available to people who participated in the class action suit. Maybe it was one of those deals where everyone who bought a new D600 was included.

From Nikon's point of view, it's a cost of doing business (tax deductible), and it will get lots of D600s off the street. They'll never have to service those cameras again. I'd give it a try. Nothing ventured, nothing gained. You're not cheating anyone. Nikon messed up with the camera, and now they're making it right. Those who sent their cameras in for a third time are allowed to request and receive a D610. Do you want to have to deal with spots for the rest of the camera's life? Don't over-think this.

I once got a check for $0.02 as the result of a class action suit. I bet the lawyers got twice that amount. :D

hlmichel Loc: New Hope, Minnesota

First I'll tell you that I am cursed with a very loud conscience. It has been the source of many an argument between myself and my in-laws. If there was a flood and the only dry ground had a keep off the grass sign, I'd drown. That's an exaggeration.

If I were in your case, I would stress about it for a bit and then attempt to make the trade. But from what I have heard, just having the D600 won't qualify you for a trade.

hlmichel Loc: New Hope, Minnesota

I'm still waiting for a $100.00 check from USA Identity(been waiting about 25 years) Wonder what ever happened to that class action suit.

DHunter Loc: Arkansas

I got a D600 and discovered very soon it had the paint flakes on the sensor. No oil.
I blew it off and they came back a couple of times after many exposures.
The local camera store offered to send it in for me as they did not have another at that time.
It was my busy season and I continued to watch for them and dusted when I saw them.

A couple of weeks ago I got a letter from Nikon stating my registered serial number had not been returned for service and they would take care of shipping.

Wow, ok I better do it I said as wherever that powder coated stuff came from will probably rust next and cause more problems.

So I anxiously await it's return.
I have heard in extreme cases they would replace it with a D610.
Other than that they will install a new shutter and whatever else had the problem.

So I bought a D810 to hold me over, lol until it got back!

I like to have two bodies the places I go so will probably let the D300 rest and carry the D600.

PhotoGenesis131 Loc: Michigan

Blood suckers. If I were you I would contact nikon and see if you too can get a new 610 in exchange. Then thank a blood sucker that paved the way. I am just saying I have a new 610 in my hands today. Get over your bitterness too

tradergeorge Loc: Newport, Kentucky

Actually, in most of these cases, the law firm gets 1/3 to 1/2 of the proceeds....But, when that is multiplied by millions of "clients", it quickly becomes very lucrative.

Jakebrake Loc: Broomfield, Colorado

You know what Steven Wright says about lawyers?

99% of lawyers give the rest a bad name! :lol:

JD750 Loc: SoCal

If the problem really is fixed then free cleanings for life is a nice perk. All digital camera sensors need cleaning once or twice a year. It's the nature of the beast.

But it seems there is an ethical dilemma involved. Thus I ask the following questions: If the problem is fixed then why do you want the new camera? Is it because your not sure the problem is fixed and you don't want to take a chance that it the same problem will reappear? Or do you just want a shiny new camera?

JD750 Loc: SoCal

So that is what it means to buy Nikon these days?

That is the bigger problem. I love my Nikon but I won't put up with poor quality and poor reliability just to own a Nikon. I was considering buying a new camera, maybe a D600 or D610 but I have put that off for now, and put off investing in more Nikon lenses too, because I see too many reports of problems with brand new Nikon cameras.

Nikon reps your customers are talking to you, are you listening? Your customers expect and deserve much better than to have to be glad their new expensive camera doesn't have a defect.

photon56 Loc: North America

My 2 cents...at this point, as with any dslr, the sensor is going to get dirty. Get some swabs and clean it periodically. On the other hand, if you feel justified that you have endured pain and suffering from the purchase of the D600, then trade up. Bottom line, if you are getting the quality photos that you expect, then I think you have your answer.

DHunter Loc: Arkansas

I have friends with Canon's that have had issues so it's not just Nikon.

It's like if you never go back to a restaurant because on one occasion you got bad service of the food was not to your liking, before long where you gonna go? lol

It is sad that rush to market seems to drive some of this and farming out parts and assembly.

I would never have thought Nikon would have a plastic mount lens but I see they do now on some of the entry level units.

JD750 Loc: SoCal

:thumbup: :thumbup:

JD750 Loc: SoCal

If I got food poisoning I definitely would not go back.

If the food was not to my liking and the manager did not made satisfactory amends I would likely not go back.

If the food was not to my liking and they made satisfactory amends I would definitely go back.

However if "food was not to my liking" was occurring all too often, then even if they always made satisfactory amends I would look elsewhere.

There are lots of competitors who want our business. Sometimes changing allegiance, even if it's a little scary or requires effort, is necessary and good.