Auto focus fails
Dec 1, 2019 11:39:15 #
I have both the D100 & D200. The D100 seems to have this problem more than the 200. It can be frustrating. I change to manual when it occurs. There was something in the manual, I believe, stating that needing contrast between the subject and background for the auto focus to function.
Dec 1, 2019 13:48:11 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
Valenta wrote:
My dear old D200 is, I believe, reaching its use-b... (show quote)
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Dec 1, 2019 13:52:07 #
Go to the menu, save any custom settings, then reset to factory default, make sure ur batteries are able to charge fully...if possible decharge them first then recharge... or if poss, buy a brand new battery...then try....good luck...I’d suspect the battery above all others
Dec 1, 2019 14:30:29 #
mas24
Loc: Southern CA
GLSmith wrote:
Go to the menu, save any custom settings, then reset to factory default, make sure ur batteries are able to charge fully...if possible decharge them first then recharge... or if poss, buy a brand new battery...then try....good luck...I’d suspect the battery above all others
Yes. Batteries fail too. Which is why I have 2 batteries for each of my cameras.
Dec 1, 2019 15:11:17 #
distill
Loc: Huthwaite, Nottinghamshire UK
Only canon I know has balls coming out the end, but if it is anything like sony and others then factory resey
Dec 1, 2019 19:16:13 #
Many thanks to all who have offered good advice. I have tried all of the options given, without any luck, so the camera's days are numbered.
Of course, I can always resort to manual focusing ( the diopter is well tuned!).
All is not lost though, as I have another ageing camera - the mighty (heavy) D700. What with increasing age (pushing 80 now) and out of camera clubs, night driving etc., the 700 will see me out.. Thanks everyone.
Tony.
Of course, I can always resort to manual focusing ( the diopter is well tuned!).
All is not lost though, as I have another ageing camera - the mighty (heavy) D700. What with increasing age (pushing 80 now) and out of camera clubs, night driving etc., the 700 will see me out.. Thanks everyone.
Tony.
Dec 1, 2019 19:55:02 #
rjriggins11
Loc: Colorado Springs, CO
I've had the opportunity to repair hundreds of these, but to tell you the truth, They are beyond economical repair. It would run more than the value of the camera
Dec 1, 2019 22:41:22 #
They make a great paperweight, btw.
I loved my 200 I had a number of years ago. I traded it when I got a D300. I liked that even more, but both took fantastic pictures and beautiful color. There are many 300’s out there, also available for chump change. Maybe you could try one of those. Other than that you are gonna lighten yer wallet a good bit.
I loved my 200 I had a number of years ago. I traded it when I got a D300. I liked that even more, but both took fantastic pictures and beautiful color. There are many 300’s out there, also available for chump change. Maybe you could try one of those. Other than that you are gonna lighten yer wallet a good bit.
Dec 2, 2019 19:11:42 #
I have a D200 that got wet shooting a sailboat race and the LCD screen is dead. it shoots and focuses fine otherwise. I can give you a great deal on it if you can find a shop that could combine the two. I really liked that camera and would love to see it get a new life or be a donor to jump start another camera. I haven't turned it on in months. If you can find a shop and are interested i'll fire it up and take a few pics with it and makes sure it still works.
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