Lens Repair - Canon
Oct 9, 2020 09:49:24 #
I have a Canon 24-70 2.8 lens, first edition, that needs to have the aperture-diaphragm part replaced and Canon will not repair it because of its age. Does anyone know of a reputable, reasonable repair shop that will do this job? I looked in the Search part here but did not find anything. Thank you.
Oct 9, 2020 09:59:47 #
Hi, there is member her on UHH his name is Rick Riggins. ( camera and lens repair). He has a good name on here. I hope this helps.
Oct 9, 2020 10:10:05 #
Probably a problem with replacement parts.
Whoever may be able to repair it may have to cannibalize another lens.
Cost to replace vs. repair?
Whoever may be able to repair it may have to cannibalize another lens.
Cost to replace vs. repair?
Oct 9, 2020 10:29:55 #
larryepage
Loc: North Texas area
Wellfleet wrote:
I have a Canon 24-70 2.8 lens, first edition, that needs to have the aperture-diaphragm part replaced and Canon will not repair it because of its age. Does anyone know of a reputable, reasonable repair shop that will do this job? I looked in the Search part here but did not find anything. Thank you.
You don't give us any clue to how the iris is misbehaving, but it is probably worth having someone take a look at it. There may not be a requirement for any replacement parts. It is very common for the lubricant on aperture irises to gum up after a time, making it appear that they have failed when all that is needed is a good cleaning and servicing. I iwould suggest that it is important to not try to use the lens until you can get it repaired...the leaves of the iris are quite fragile and can be quite luiterally ripped apart if they are stuck.
Oct 9, 2020 16:09:48 #
Wellfleet wrote:
I have a Canon 24-70 2.8 lens, first edition, that needs to have the aperture-diaphragm part replaced and Canon will not repair it because of its age. Does anyone know of a reputable, reasonable repair shop that will do this job? I looked in the Search part here but did not find anything. Thank you.
They stop support when they no longer have parts for an old model.
It might just need a good cleaning but no one can really help you (other than some national repair center) without knowing where you are. Someone in NYC will have more local choices than someone in rural Nebraska.
Oct 10, 2020 05:57:27 #
Oct 10, 2020 08:37:21 #
Terrymac wrote:
Hi, there is member her on UHH his name is Rick Riggins. ( camera and lens repair). He has a good name on here. I hope this helps.
Oct 10, 2020 10:46:39 #
Oct 13, 2020 14:45:31 #
rfmaude41
Loc: Lancaster, Texas (DFW area)
Wellfleet wrote:
I have a Canon 24-70 2.8 lens, first edition, that needs to have the aperture-diaphragm part replaced and Canon will not repair it because of its age. Does anyone know of a reputable, reasonable repair shop that will do this job? I looked in the Search part here but did not find anything. Thank you.
Try Eurotech Camera Services in Austin, TX. Sorin Marcu (the owner) has been in the repair business for decades. The tel # is (512) 479-5090.....
Oct 13, 2020 14:56:07 #
Wellfleet wrote:
I have a Canon 24-70 2.8 lens, first edition, that needs to have the aperture-diaphragm part replaced and Canon will not repair it because of its age. Does anyone know of a reputable, reasonable repair shop that will do this job? I looked in the Search part here but did not find anything. Thank you.
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What part of the country do you live... Do you live anywhere near central Fla.?
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Oct 13, 2020 21:00:36 #
RRiggins
Loc: Colorado Springs
Wellfleet wrote:
I have a Canon 24-70 2.8 lens, first edition, that needs to have the aperture-diaphragm part replaced and Canon will not repair it because of its age. Does anyone know of a reputable, reasonable repair shop that will do this job? I looked in the Search part here but did not find anything. Thank you.
Hi. My name is Rick. I’m the owner and lead technician at Discount Camera Repair and a member in good standing here at the UHH. I’ve been doing repairs for other members here at greatly discounted rates and would be glad to help.
I'd be more than happy to repair the lens for you and keep the cost as low as possible. If you’re interested, please respond by private message.
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