Nikon No Longers Services the D300?
Dec 3, 2016 08:34:16 #
magpix wrote:
Yes I recently found out that Nikon doesn't servic... (show quote)
KEH is still selling the SB-800 for over $250 in EXC condition. And I haven't seen their price drop anywhere else, or I would pick up another. Sounds like this is an excuse to lower buy prices. But then, when you trade gear instead of sell it, you lose big time.
Dec 3, 2016 08:37:35 #
Nikon rep says Nikon just announced this. I bought one on e-Bay for $180 not too long ago. They are still one of the best Speedlites Nikon ever made.
Dec 3, 2016 08:43:08 #
That statement is actually true, as Nikon is no longer manufacturing parts for that camera. However, my daughter's father-in-law, who uses a d300 was having a problem with his camera. Being in close proximity of Nikon-Lng Island, he walked his camera in and was told the same thing that the OP stated. The service tech looked at the camera and the cause of the problem was determined. Final part of the story, it needed a part that they still had, part was replaced and camera was meticulously cleaned. I believe he told me it cost about $135.00. Case closed. Very disturbing that Nikon would give up on this wonderful, capable model!
Dec 3, 2016 08:50:13 #
magpix wrote:
Yes I recently found out that Nikon doesn't servic... (show quote)
Simple solution: buy new every three years. :D
Dec 3, 2016 08:55:18 #
That's not a bad idea. I was a bit reluctant to sell all my Nikon gear to switch over to Fuji mirrorless, as it served me well as a pro. But then I realized that I could always get another Nikon DSLR and that the new technology was better than ever. (The new D500 is a great camera.) A fellow pro also mentioned that he traded his camera bodies in every three years because their value was still pretty high, and he kept ahead of the new technology. He considered it a cost of doing business.
Dec 3, 2016 09:13:48 #
ramblinmen
Loc: Manassas, VA
I don't know what the difference is between the D300 and the D300s but I just got my Nikon serviced D300s back a week ago. I had the damaged viewing screen completely replaced (my fault), and all camera functionality brought back to manufacture's specs. True, the repair and service cost almost as much as purchasing a used body off the internet but I, at least, knew the camera's history and how it had been treated in the past. BTW, I had some "dust specks" constantly visible in the view finder that were driving me nuts so I thought I would remove and clean the viewing screen. Big mistake, it was a lot more delicate than I expected and impossible to place back in it's "cubby".
Dec 3, 2016 09:37:47 #
rmorrison1116 wrote:
APS in Morton Grove IL will service it if you really want it serviced. They are an authorized Nikon service facility.
I have also used APS. Very competent and very fast turn around.
~Bob
Dec 3, 2016 11:03:03 #
I also recommend APS (Authorized Photo Service) in Morton Grove, Illinois. If there is nothing wrong with the camera they will clean it, adjust it and lubricate it besides cleaning the sensor.
The D300 is a great camera and it should last forever.
The D300 is a great camera and it should last forever.
Dec 3, 2016 11:28:33 #
Dale,
If you want really fine service, I'd recommend the only people I'd have touch my cameras. I've been using them for a variety of repairs on my Nikon F, Leica IIIf, and Hasselblad.
Tempe Camera
http://tempecamera.biz
--Bob
If you want really fine service, I'd recommend the only people I'd have touch my cameras. I've been using them for a variety of repairs on my Nikon F, Leica IIIf, and Hasselblad.
Tempe Camera
http://tempecamera.biz
--Bob
Drdale55 wrote:
Hello All, br Finally replaced my D300 in June wit... (show quote)
Dec 3, 2016 12:42:23 #
sirkeys
Loc: Hilton Head, SC
I think it is very irresponsible of Nikon to not service their older cameras. Many users are not pros and these are expensive cameras when introduced. Does Cannon, Panasonic etc follow the same pattern? My Nikon F purchased new in 1963 was never serviced and still works fine. Gave my D200 to grandaughter and presently use a D600 but had anticipated that they could be serviced for at least another 10 yrs if necessary.
Dec 3, 2016 12:44:57 #
Dec 3, 2016 12:49:58 #
kb6kgx
Loc: Simi Valley, CA
If I still had it, I could get my old "F" taken care of. Maybe not by Nikon directly but certainly by an authorized repair center.
Dec 3, 2016 14:04:16 #
kb6kgx wrote:
Very funny. 😜
I think our closest Local Camera Shop is 90 miles!!
Dec 3, 2016 14:36:38 #
romanticf16
Loc: Commerce Twp, MI
Drdale55 wrote:
Hello All, br Finally replaced my D300 in June wit... (show quote)
KEH offers service and repairs. Midwest Camera Repair in Wyandotte, MI should be able to help you if you don't have a franchised Nikon repair locally.
The fact that Nikon USA's two centers no longer service it doesn't mean local Nikon Service shops won't.
Dec 3, 2016 14:42:39 #
romanticf16
Loc: Commerce Twp, MI
sirkeys wrote:
I think it is very irresponsible of Nikon to not service their older cameras. Many users are not pros and these are expensive cameras when introduced. Does Cannon, Panasonic etc follow the same pattern? My Nikon F purchased new in 1963 was never serviced and still works fine. Gave my D200 to grandaughter and presently use a D600 but had anticipated that they could be serviced for at least another 10 yrs if necessary.
I believe 7 years is the legal limit on keeping parts available for products in the US? Independent franchised repair shops often stock parts for popular models or buy broken cameras to obtain used parts. In fields like autos and appliances aftermarket parts makers usually jump in "where there is demand".No one is obligated to make parts for all models and products sold after 7 years.
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