Canon S95 Repair

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I have an out-of-warranty Canon Powershot S95 that has developed a lens error. When turned on the lens extends a few mm before stopping and lots of clicking like it's jumping the teeth on a gear.

It hadn't suffered any major trauma, but it's possible it turned itself on while in a case in my pocket. From searching this forum and the internet in general this appears to be a relatively common issue with s-series powershots.

Does anyone know roughly the cost of repair for (probably) a new lens assembly? Also can anyone recommend a repair centre?

I'm a bit confused since the Canon website lists some authorised repairers along with the Canon centre at Elstree, but when I try to call them I get through to a callcentre who can only give me details for the other 3rd party repair centres. How can I contact Elstree to see if they can repair it? I Want to get this fixed ASAP as it has failed the day after my baby daughter was born and I dont want to miss out on too many Christmas memories!

Cheers,

Ryan.
 
spudey said:
I have an out-of-warranty Canon Powershot S95 that has developed a lens error. When turned on the lens extends a few mm before stopping and lots of clicking like it's jumping the teeth on a gear.

It hadn't suffered any major trauma, but it's possible it turned itself on while in a case in my pocket. From searching this forum and the internet in general this appears to be a relatively common issue with s-series powershots.

Does anyone know roughly the cost of repair for (probably) a new lens assembly? Also can anyone recommend a repair centre?

I'm a bit confused since the Canon website lists some authorised repairers along with the Canon centre at Elstree, but when I try to call them I get through to a callcentre who can only give me details for the other 3rd party repair centres. How can I contact Elstree to see if they can repair it? I Want to get this fixed ASAP as it has failed the day after my baby daughter was born and I dont want to miss out on too many Christmas memories!

Cheers,

Ryan.
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Sorry to hear about your S95, I love mine and hope it doesn't go the same way!

IIRC Elstree don't repair compact cameras, was on a list of approved repairers and who did what.

Have you seen this

http://www.canon.co.uk/Support/Consumer_Products/services_locator/index.aspx

HTH

David
 
Hi, yes I sent it to another approved repairer and they have quoted to repair for a new lens assy and calibration. I reckon about the value if the camera which puts me into a bit if a dilemma.

Do I repair for and get my 2-year old s95 back? or end up splashing out on a S110 / Sony RX100 / Fuji XF1

Decisions!
 
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In the New Year you'll be able to get an S100 under £200.
Spare batteries and case from yours will fit fine.
It's a common dilema but unless you can get the repair done for half that the economics don't stack up.
 
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