Drunk dropped my Lumix! Repair?
Oct 8, 2023 09:24:35 #
Oct 8, 2023 09:56:38 #
I’ve known about this small independant shop that repairs all bodies & lenses. UPI, API in South Florida utilize them. If you call & offer a description, you get a “ballpark” cost. Once they get it & tear it down, they call with more accurate price (includes shipping).
Southern Photo Repair
37 NE 167 Street
Miami, Fl 33162
(305) 653-7355
Over the years I’ve used them 3 times, returns are typically within a few weeks, but are dependent on parts that may need to be ordered.
Southern Photo Repair
37 NE 167 Street
Miami, Fl 33162
(305) 653-7355
Over the years I’ve used them 3 times, returns are typically within a few weeks, but are dependent on parts that may need to be ordered.
Oct 8, 2023 10:17:15 #
larryepage
Loc: North Texas area
TommiRulz wrote:
So in an unfortunate drinking accident I dropped my Lumix ZS 80, and now the lens is stuck open and it won’t take photos. Any one have a favorite repair place they have used for Lumix? Just a side note: I have drunk dropped my Sony RX 100 more times than I can count and it never broke!
Dropping a camera can have catastrophic results. While sometimes it may appear that no damage was done, multiple parts of the camera are usually affected. The way cameras are designed and built, and the way replacement parts are priced, repair cost can quickly become larger than replacement cost. And because the trauma of a drop is so severe, a camera that initially appears to have been successfully repaired may fail again from damage that was not initially a problem. Also consider whether you are going to take any steps to avoid dropping your camera again in the future. A second drop may quickly trigger damage at spits weakened by the first drop.
I would suggest that you follow the advice you have been given and consider retiring your broken camera. Replace it with a model known and recognized for better durability.
Oct 8, 2023 14:24:56 #
Retired CPO wrote:
Take your RX100 next time you go drinking! What could it hurt??
Yes! From now on only my RX100 or my Oly TG5 !! I was trying to get some use out of my Lumix - ugh
Oct 8, 2023 14:28:17 #
Oct 8, 2023 14:29:09 #
GLSmith wrote:
I’ve known about this small independant shop that ... (show quote)
Awesome - thank you !!!!!
Oct 8, 2023 16:38:43 #
RodeoMan
Loc: St Joseph, Missouri
You've gotten some good advice above. I only say that it was better you were "shooting" rather than driving.
Oct 8, 2023 19:28:19 #
mizzee
Loc: Boston,Ma
You might consider buying an Olympus tough TG 6. I accidentally flung it 20 feet and nothing happened to it, not even a scratch. And that’s not the first time it got dropped. It’s also good to 50 feet under the water. I think you need it
Oct 8, 2023 20:46:11 #
Contact B&H camera dept and see if the know a company who they use to repair there camera items. Would it be cheaper to purchase a new or used camera instead of getting it repaired?
Oct 8, 2023 20:51:56 #
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Oct 9, 2023 00:30:57 #
Oct 9, 2023 07:46:10 #
josquin1 wrote:
Maybe stop drinking.
Ha Ha - My Mom didn't raise a quitter !!
Oct 9, 2023 07:47:01 #
bnsf wrote:
Contact B&H camera dept and see if the know a company who they use to repair there camera items. Would it be cheaper to purchase a new or used camera instead of getting it repaired?
Thanks - good tip
Oct 9, 2023 07:48:57 #
mizzee wrote:
You might consider buying an Olympus tough TG 6. I accidentally flung it 20 feet and nothing happened to it, not even a scratch. And that’s not the first time it got dropped. It’s also good to 50 feet under the water. I think you need it
I actually have a TG5 - I use it for water parks etc.. But it would be perfect for my party nights!! Plus it's red so it will be easier to find. I don't know why I never considered it. Great tip, thanks
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