Nikon F5 Repair Facility Recommendation: Hi all, I have an F5 that is in need of repair - specifically the front wheel that controls aperture randomly selects an aperture value when...

VTMatwood Loc: Displaced Vermonta in Central New Hampsha

Hi all,

I have an F5 that is in need of repair - specifically the front wheel that controls aperture randomly selects an aperture value when spun. I've tried all of the home remedies to no avail. This is a common problem with these cameras, but I am finding it difficult to find anyone that will repair it.

Anyone have a recommendation? I have called numerous repair facilities and either they only work on DSLR's, or the F5 is not among the cameras that they will service.

Thanks!

Fotomacher Loc: Toronto

Try Nikon Canada.
Nikon Canada Inc. 1366 Aerowood Drive Mississauga, ON L4W 1C1
Phone: 1-877-534-9910
Hours: Mon - Fri 8:45am - 4:45pm, EST

Or Sun Camera.
Sun Camera Service Ltd. 2150 Steeles Ave. West - Unit 5, Vaughan, Ontario L4K 2Y7
Tel: (905) 669-6406 Fax: (905) 669-5127 Info@SunCameraService.ca

VTMatwood Loc: Displaced Vermonta in Central New Hampsha

Thanks Fotomacher. I called both and neither can fix the camera. I did find somewhere though... Authorized Photo Service of Morton Grove, IL. However, their quote was nearly what another camera costs. That's what happens when parts are scarce. I love that F5, so I will likely get it repaired. Better to know it's fixed than get another that may develop the exact same (common) problem.

BebuLamar

VTMatwood wrote:

Thanks Fotomacher. I called both and neither can fix the camera. I did find somewhere though... Authorized Photo Service of Morton Grove, IL. However, their quote was nearly what another camera costs. That's what happens when parts are scarce. I love that F5, so I will likely get it repaired. Better to know it's fixed than get another that may develop the exact same (common) problem.

The F5 was introduced at $2800. When it's discontinued the price was $1900. Used price is low about $300 to $500. So if you value the camera at used price the solution is just to buy another.

duffy021049 Loc: Colorado

Go to
https://www.nikonusa.com/en/service-and-support/nikon-authorized-repair-list.page
and check the list.

jsmangis Loc: Peoria, IL

VTMatwood wrote:

Thanks Fotomacher. I called both and neither can fix the camera. I did find somewhere though... Authorized Photo Service of Morton Grove, IL. However, their quote was nearly what another camera costs. That's what happens when parts are scarce. I love that F5, so I will likely get it repaired. Better to know it's fixed than get another that may develop the exact same (common) problem.

I highly recommend Authorized Photo Service in Morton Grove, IL. They used to be the factory authorized Nikon service center here in the Midwest before Nikon downsized and abandoned us here in “flyover country”. They completely rebuilt my AF 27-70 f2.8 and made it like new very reasonably. You may find that the price you end up paying will be much less than the original quote once they have your camera. They are great people and will treat you fairly.

dean100 Loc: New-Biden did steal 500,000+ votes in OH

VTMatwood wrote:

Hi all, br br I have an F5 that is in need of rep... (show quote)

Midwest Camera Repair in Wyandotte, MI or APS in Morton Grove, IL. I use Midwest since I live in OH and can drive there in about 2 hours.

VTMatwood Loc: Displaced Vermonta in Central New Hampsha

duffy021049 wrote:

Go to
https://www.nikonusa.com/en/service-and-support/nikon-authorized-repair-list.page
and check the list.

Thanks Duffy.... that’s where I got my list. Although most on the list do not service film cameras any longer.

VTMatwood Loc: Displaced Vermonta in Central New Hampsha

jsmangis wrote:

I highly recommend Authorized Photo Service in Morton Grove, IL. They used to be the factory authorized Nikon service center here in the Midwest before Nikon downsized and abandoned us here in “flyover country”. They completely rebuilt my AF 27-70 f2.8 and made it like new very reasonably. You may find that the price you end up paying will be much less than the original quote once they have your camera. They are great people and will treat you fairly.

I’m packaging it up and sending it along to them this weekend. Only place in the US that I can find who has the parts and is willing to fix it.

VTMatwood Loc: Displaced Vermonta in Central New Hampsha

dean100 wrote:

Midwest Camera Repair in Wyandotte, MI or APS in Morton Grove, IL. I use Midwest since I live in OH and can drive there in about 2 hours.

Thanks for the tip... I did call them and they are unable to repair it.

VTMatwood Loc: Displaced Vermonta in Central New Hampsha

BebuLamar wrote:

The F5 was introduced at $2800. When it's discontinued the price was $1900. Used price is low about $300 to $500. So if you value the camera at used price the solution is just to buy another.

I did consider this but might wind up with another one that develops this same issue. Rather spend the money to fix it once and for all and know I have a solid camera. Thanks for the tip.

Fotomacher Loc: Toronto

VTMatwood wrote:

Thanks Fotomacher. I called both and neither can fix the camera. I did find somewhere though... Authorized Photo Service of Morton Grove, IL. However, their quote was nearly what another camera costs. That's what happens when parts are scarce. I love that F5, so I will likely get it repaired. Better to know it's fixed than get another that may develop the exact same (common) problem.

Thanks for letting me know. I am also using an F5 (with data back) and so far there are no mechanical issues with it. Good luck with the repair, hope it will permit you to use the F5 for many more years to come.

billnikon Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont

VTMatwood wrote:

Hi all, br br I have an F5 that is in need of rep... (show quote)

Melville NY.

BebuLamar

VTMatwood wrote:

I did consider this but might wind up with another one that develops this same issue. Rather spend the money to fix it once and for all and know I have a solid camera. Thanks for the tip.

perhaps not once and for all. I bought my F5 new and used very little. I am concerned about the 2 wheels and the rubber covering so I am very careful about them but that doesn't warranty those problem won't happen. Those parts are not durable at all.

VTMatwood Loc: Displaced Vermonta in Central New Hampsha

billnikon wrote:

Melville NY.

Hi Bill... Nikon no longer repairs the F5 :(