Lumix LX100 Issue: I can zoom from 24 to about 50 then get a message to turn off and turn on the camera. Happens every time. Anyone with this camera ring into this? Thanks in advance...

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Lumix LX100 Issue

Oct 9, 2018 08:02:28 #

GeneinChi Loc: Chicago, IL

I can zoom from 24 to about 50 then get a message to turn off and turn on the camera. Happens every time. Anyone with this camera ring into this?
Thanks in advance
Gene

Oct 9, 2018 08:09:40 #

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

I don't have a Lumix, but it doesn't sound good. Maybe I just notice this more, but it seems that cameras of that type (compact?) have more problems than DSLRs. Have you removed the battery? Sometimes, removing the battery, turning it on, and pressing the shutter button will fix a glitchy problem.

Not exactly the same problem, but -
https://www.dcresource.com/forums/showthread.php?44650-Zoom-Tips-(when-the-zoom-is-having-trouble-(stuck)-when-camera-is-turned-on)
https://www.ifixit.com/Answers/View/464447/My+LUMIX+camera+us+stating+%E2%80%9CSystem+zoom+error%E2%80%9D
https://www.dpreview.com/forums/thread/4009770

Oct 9, 2018 08:19:50 #

markie1425 Loc: Bryn Mawr, PA

GeneinChi wrote:

I can zoom from 24 to about 50 then get a message to turn off and turn on the camera. Happens every time. Anyone with this camera ring into this?
Thanks in advance
Gene

My LX100 is about three years old and I haven't experienced your issue.

Oct 9, 2018 09:05:16 #

HardwareGuy

I own this nice little camera and have not had this issue. However, from past experiences, if the zoom is forcefully stopped or jammed during a zoom cycle, it could either freak out, or damage the mechanisms inside, causing the error you are getting.
Hopefully the earlier suggestion about taking out the battery, waiting a few minutes, and then trying again will do it for you. If it doesn't, sounds like a discussion with Panasonic.

Oct 9, 2018 09:18:50 #

insman1132 Loc: Southwest Florida

Did you try doing a Reset, Gene?? Might be worth a try.

Oct 9, 2018 10:40:35 #

bsprague Loc: Lacey, WA, USA

Gene,

I've put my LX100 in a small case and accidentally bumped the switch to on. The lens extends and jambs. I get a similar warning. So far, wiggling the lens got it unstuck and working.

Bill

Oct 10, 2018 07:54:07 #

GeneinChi Loc: Chicago, IL

jerryc41 wrote:

I don't have a Lumix, but it doesn't sound good. ... (show quote)

Thanks for the reply Jerry. I just got back from Venice and changed the battery every day. Appreciate your response!

Oct 10, 2018 07:54:51 #

GeneinChi Loc: Chicago, IL

markie1425 wrote:

My LX100 is about three years old and I haven't experienced your issue.

Thanks !

Oct 10, 2018 07:57:12 #

GeneinChi Loc: Chicago, IL

[quote=HardwareGuy]I own this nice little camera and have not had this issue. However, from past experiences, if the zoom is forcefully stopped or jammed during a zoom cycle, it could either freak out, or damage the mechanisms inside, causing the error you are getting.
Hopefully the earlier suggestion about taking out the battery, waiting a few minutes, and then trying again will do it for you. If it doesn't, sounds like a discussion with Panasonic.[/quote

Thanks for your response. Changing the batter did not help. However, if I don’t solve it a chat with Panasonic is a for sure. Appreciate the input.

Oct 10, 2018 07:58:11 #

GeneinChi Loc: Chicago, IL

insman1132 wrote:

Did you try doing a Reset, Gene?? Might be worth a try.

I did not but will give ir a shot. Thanks for the thought!

Oct 10, 2018 07:59:58 #

GeneinChi Loc: Chicago, IL

bsprague wrote:

Gene,

I've put my LX100 in a small case and accidentally bumped the switch to on. The lens extends and jambs. I get a similar warning. So far, wiggling the lens got it unstuck and working.

Bill

Thanks Bill. I will give it a gentle wiggle!

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