Kodak EasyShare C643
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The Kodak EasyShare C643 is for people who want a camera that actually looks somewhat like a traditional camera If you're befuddled and bewildered by the increasingly miniscule designs for digital cameras, the C643 will give you something that, while still compact, feels substantial in your hands. The 6.1 megapixel camera is a perfect point-and-shoot for casual and novice users, and while it may not win you any style points, the C643 won't make it difficult to capture those crucial moments when you need it.
Specifications
- 6.1 megapixels
- 3x optical zoom / 5x digital zoom
- auto focus and exposure
- ISO 80-400
- JPEG file format
- movie mode w/sound
- 1-NiMH or 2 AA batteries
- 2.4 inch LCD
- SD/MMC card storage (32MB internal)
Kodak EasyShare C643 Comments & Questions (write your own!)
I'm looking for a digital camera for amateur & home usage (Naveen Agrawal — 10/19/2006)
I'm looking for good quality pictures, with reasonable optical zoom(4x or so) and medium size(not too small to slip out of hand). My budget can be between $150-200, though can change eitherway if there is a very good deal.
Best value for money required.
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Best value for money required.
Andrew Skinner (10/22/2006)
Naveen,
You might try using Digital Camera HQ's Gift Guide ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) to find your best results. You can also search the left side of the screen for cameras with your parameters. An initial search gives these cameras ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) as a choice.
Andrew
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You might try using Digital Camera HQ's Gift Guide ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) to find your best results. You can also search the left side of the screen for cameras with your parameters. An initial search gives these cameras ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) as a choice.
Andrew
if you use the view finder instead of the screen does it produce better quality pictures ? (anonymous — 10/22/2006)
Say for instance when the subject moves or your hand shakes most cameras produce blur photos.
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Andrew Skinner (10/22/2006)
Use of the view finder over the LCD will not improve the quality of the pictures. Whatever your most comfortable with will help with your quality. Using the viewfinder over the screen will improve your battery life though.
Andrew
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Andrew
Is the Kodak C643 camera capable of 6.3 megapixel resolution? (max refor — 10/24/2006)
I really would like to know if someone who actually has used the camera and is knowledgeable can say that the camera can in fact create pictures with 6.1 megapixel resolution.
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max refor (10/24/2006)
no!!!
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doctorJerry (10/25/2006)
It essentially makes no difference if this camera gets 5 or 6 or even 7MP. YOur question would be better framed if you included the use you wish to make of the images. If all you are going to do with them is to print 4x5 pictures then 1 or 2MP is more than sufficient. If you want to do a lot of image editing and cropping then you really want 6MP or more and this is not the camera you want. Take a look at any camera with either optical or sensor based image stabilization. The sharper images you can get at slower shutter speeds will allow for better cropping and editing.
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Ben Keough (12/07/2006)
Hi, I noticed that you haven't marked any replies as the "best answer." Are you still looking for an answer? If so, I recommend you re-submit it on digitalcamera-hq.com so it will have a better chance of being noticed. These days it looks like most questions are being answered within a few days. Good luck!
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What is the difference between the Kodak EasyShare C743 and C643? (Jerry — 10/26/2006)
I see good ratings for C743 but could buy a C643; whats the difference?
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Joe (10/27/2006)
The Kodak c643 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) is basically just an older version of the C743 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ). The C643 has one less MP and limited ISO speeds only reaching 400, where the C743 can shoot with an ISO of 800 making it better for low light shooting. The C743 is simply an updated model created inorder to stay competative and on top. I would suggest going with the one that you can get the better price on because they are very similar unless you are taking shots in low light, then the C743 is better.
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when I turn the camera on, it briefly flashes "Lens Error 115,0,0,680" then it closes - what is happening? (anonymous — 10/26/2006)
for the EasyShare C643, what does "lens Error 115,0,0,680" mean? This pops up on the screen when i first turn it on, then it turns itself off. The camera is only about a month old and I just replaced the batteries.
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Brenda Paro (10/26/2006)
This seems to happen when something (water, sand, dust) gets trapped in the lens mechanism. Has the camera been somewhere filthy before?
The recommended methods include banging on the bottom of the camera, rapping it on a table, and pressing hard on the lens. If the lens moves when you turn the camera on, try keeping your hand on it so that it's forced back into the camera body. A can of compressed air squirted around the lens is also a possible fix... but be super careful with that stuff, a good hard blow of breath might be safer.
I'm not recommending that you do crazy stuff to your camera, but if you're careful you may be able to get it working again without having to get it serviced.
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The recommended methods include banging on the bottom of the camera, rapping it on a table, and pressing hard on the lens. If the lens moves when you turn the camera on, try keeping your hand on it so that it's forced back into the camera body. A can of compressed air squirted around the lens is also a possible fix... but be super careful with that stuff, a good hard blow of breath might be safer.
I'm not recommending that you do crazy stuff to your camera, but if you're careful you may be able to get it working again without having to get it serviced.
my son (04/13/2007)
blah blah blah
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My brand new Kodak C643 sound volume is almost inaudible but plays on computer okay. Should I take it back for replacement? (Viv Martin — 10/28/2006)
All suggestions welcome.
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Andrew Skinner (10/28/2006)
Viv,
The audio playback on the cameras themselves is usually pretty minimal. This is because they don't have the space in the unit to put nice speakers in. I would not worry about it if the audio is fine after loading the data to your computer.
Andrew
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The audio playback on the cameras themselves is usually pretty minimal. This is because they don't have the space in the unit to put nice speakers in. I would not worry about it if the audio is fine after loading the data to your computer.
Andrew
Viv Martin (10/28/2006)
Hi Andrew,
Thanks for that. I'm surprised that the C643 has such a mixed response from users. Haven't given it a workout yet but some photos of my only other digital, a Kodak DX3215, have been quite amazing! Being a 1.3 Mp it doesn't rate in the reviews but check out some of these at tinyurl.com/ybby9v - have over 12 cameras and am now under instructions to dispose of some! Mostly SLR's still working and some over 40 years old.
Cheers
Viv
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Hi Andrew,
Thanks for that. I'm surprised that the C643 has such a mixed response from users. Haven't given it a workout yet but some photos of my only other digital, a Kodak DX3215, have been quite amazing! Being a 1.3 Mp it doesn't rate in the reviews but check out some of these at tinyurl.com/ybby9v - have over 12 cameras and am now under instructions to dispose of some! Mostly SLR's still working and some over 40 years old.
Cheers
Viv
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In what format are movie clips uploaded to the computer? (Lillian — 11/03/2006)
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Andrew Skinner (11/03/2006)
Lillian,
That depends on the camera you are using. Most movies are uploaded in MPEG format though.
Andrew
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That depends on the camera you are using. Most movies are uploaded in MPEG format though.
Andrew
Lillian (11/03/2006)
Thank you Andrew... Specifically I was referring to Kodak should had mentioned that.
Nikon's for example and some others, upload their movie clip in Quick Time rendering them useless if you want to edit them unless you change them to AVI format from a free ware or purchased program. This sometimes makes the clip run choppy, which is why I want one that uploads the clip to MVM or other more versatile format recognized by Real Player. Can you advise me on this?
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Nikon's for example and some others, upload their movie clip in Quick Time rendering them useless if you want to edit them unless you change them to AVI format from a free ware or purchased program. This sometimes makes the clip run choppy, which is why I want one that uploads the clip to MVM or other more versatile format recognized by Real Player. Can you advise me on this?
Andrew Skinner (11/05/2006)
Lillian,
The Kodak C643 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) shoots MPEGs for its movie mode. The other Kodak cameras should do the same.
Andrew
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The Kodak C643 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) shoots MPEGs for its movie mode. The other Kodak cameras should do the same.
Andrew
Brenda Paro (12/07/2006)
Hi there,
I noticed you haven't marked a "Best Answer"... are you still in need of help? If so, I recommend re-submitting your question at digitalcamera-hq.com so it has a better chance of being noticed. Lately questions are being answered within just a day or two. Good luck!
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I noticed you haven't marked a "Best Answer"... are you still in need of help? If so, I recommend re-submitting your question at digitalcamera-hq.com so it has a better chance of being noticed. Lately questions are being answered within just a day or two. Good luck!
what is iso 80-400 (mike — 11/05/2006)
what is the purpose of iso and why the different settings (80-400)?
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Andrew Skinner (11/05/2006)
Mike,
The ISO setting on a camera comes from the ISO rating for film. The higher the setting, the more sensitive the film or digital setting is to light. In lower light settings, the higher number will allow more light in without having to change the shutter speed. To get an idea, a picture taken at ISO 400 will be twice as bright as the same picture taken at ISO 200. You will see increased graininess or noise with a higher ISO setting though.
Andrew
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The ISO setting on a camera comes from the ISO rating for film. The higher the setting, the more sensitive the film or digital setting is to light. In lower light settings, the higher number will allow more light in without having to change the shutter speed. To get an idea, a picture taken at ISO 400 will be twice as bright as the same picture taken at ISO 200. You will see increased graininess or noise with a higher ISO setting though.
Andrew
I have a new C643 and I'm having trouble with the auto focus. The auto focus goes past clear and photos are blurred. How do I adjust? My Sony's work? (Mike Bradley — 11/12/2006)
As I was saying I have no problem with any of my Sony's taking these photos. I'm an inspector and I have to take clear photos of number plates. When I try to take them with the C643 it goes past where the photo is clear and blurs it. I'm hoping there is some kink of adjustment to fix this problem. I like the camera overall. If anyone can help please.
Mike
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Mike
Brenda Paro (11/13/2006)
I have to admit, I'm not sure what is causing this problem but I have a few ideas and since nobody is jumping in I will give it a shot.
How close are you to the thing you're trying to take the picture of? I'm wondering if, for example, you have the camera set to Macro mode and then you're either too close or too far away and the camera is trying to focus beyond the object and thinks you're trying to take a photo of something else. Does that make sense?
Try standing different distances away, and double-check all your settings. Try shooting in Macro mode- or, if you are, try shooting without Macro mode. Let me know if any of that helps or if you need further assistance and I'll research it some more.
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How close are you to the thing you're trying to take the picture of? I'm wondering if, for example, you have the camera set to Macro mode and then you're either too close or too far away and the camera is trying to focus beyond the object and thinks you're trying to take a photo of something else. Does that make sense?
Try standing different distances away, and double-check all your settings. Try shooting in Macro mode- or, if you are, try shooting without Macro mode. Let me know if any of that helps or if you need further assistance and I'll research it some more.
Fred B (02/05/2007)
Hi,...this sounds like the right scenario but I'm clueless as to how to adjust this?.....I need to know where the settings on the menu should be to allow for fully automated still photography. I take pictures of baseball cards for ebay listings mostly and seem to have changed a setting in some way and can't figure out what it is I've disturbed from the original settings?....HELP!!
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Brenda Paro (02/05/2007)
Hi Fred,
I own this camera too and I haven't yet found a way to Reset all settings without removing the camera batteries. Perhaps you can try this. It should not delete or disturb any of your saved images, even if they are on the camera's internal memory (I just tried it).
Other than that, just turn the camera to Auto and try holding it a few different distances away from the item you're shooting until you find the right distance to result in good focus. Also, try turning the dial to the image of the flower for close-up shots and see if that improves it. Let me know if this helps.
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I own this camera too and I haven't yet found a way to Reset all settings without removing the camera batteries. Perhaps you can try this. It should not delete or disturb any of your saved images, even if they are on the camera's internal memory (I just tried it).
Other than that, just turn the camera to Auto and try holding it a few different distances away from the item you're shooting until you find the right distance to result in good focus. Also, try turning the dial to the image of the flower for close-up shots and see if that improves it. Let me know if this helps.
My daughter's Kodak EasyShare CD33 gives a message "lens error 25". (guys619 — 11/18/2006)
My daughter's Kodak EasyShare CD33 gives a message "lens error 25". What does this mean? Is it repairable?
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Brenda Paro (11/18/2006)
This usually isn't a good situation- I would call Kodak and see what they're charging for repairs. The Kodak digitals are somewhat notorious for this sometimes... just like the Canons have Error 18. Is the lens sticking in any way? I have heard (although I don't 'necessarily' recommend it) that people have fixed this by 1. hitting the bottom of the camera against the hand, rather hard; or 2. grabbing the lens and pulling on it while the camera is off, then turning it back on.
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Tom O (12/01/2006)
i was getting "lens error 14" and "...22" but i tried hitting the bottom of the camera like you said and now it works. but it kinda makes a grinding noise :( . oh well it's working
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Kim (01/26/2007)
I was also getting a "lens error 25" on my camera. My lens wasn`t going back in, so i figured i could try hitting the bottom of the camera on my hand. And now, it works perfectly! Thanks so much.
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Lisa (01/29/2007)
I was receiving "lens error 22," but after turning off the camera, hitting it on my hand and then restarting it two or three times, it seems to be working wonderfully! Thanks.
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Dawn (03/17/2007)
HEYY!! ok i was getting "lens error: 14" and i did what they guy up there said.. TO HIT THE BOTTOM.. and it works.. when the camera is off.. hit it rather hard under where the lens is. then turn it on and it should work!! THANKS FOR THE HELP!
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Jerene (03/24/2007)
This is unbelievable! I had lens error 15 and 22 and as suggested I banged it around a little and pulled on the lens....and after turning it on and off several times it is working fine! This is great!
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guys619 (03/25/2007)
Thanks for the advice. The camera was still under warranty and Kodak repaired it for the cost of shipping. Works fine now.
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Felicity (04/01/2007)
do we know what causes the lens to stick? I just did the same, pulled on the lens a bit, hit it against my hand (that's aweseome technical advice btw) and it works, but this can't be the real answer to this problem!
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barbie (04/09/2007)
i keep banging it and it wont work!!!!!!!!! im going insaneeeeee
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Brenda Paro (04/13/2007)
Felicity, supposedly it is a very small gear that gets easily knocked out of position, and the whacking/ pulling pops it back into place. I know, a very technical explanation, right? =) I have also heard that sometimes the lens retraction mechanism can get knocked out of place, which is what causes it to continuously pull in, then out again. Basically it's about very tiny parts not staying where they should, or so I've heard.
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Akyles (05/09/2007)
I can't believe a simple banging the camera fix it. All Kodak cameras that I have, just breaks.
Oh well, If I can't make my camera work, I will buy another brand.
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Oh well, If I can't make my camera work, I will buy another brand.
Felicity (05/13/2007)
Well, my daughter's camera is still working and it's now May, so I am keeping a good thought.
for her birthday I purchased her a Canon camcorder, so I hope we have better luck with this brand. But thank you for your insight. It's just frustrating when you buy something and need servicing on it constantly.
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for her birthday I purchased her a Canon camcorder, so I hope we have better luck with this brand. But thank you for your insight. It's just frustrating when you buy something and need servicing on it constantly.
Leanne (05/27/2007)
Ha ha! I was using my boyfriends camera and it suddenly came up with lens error. So i googled the lens error message and found all the above adice...Hurt my hand a little bit but the message has gone and its working perfectly and i dont even need to tell him! Amazing!! Thankyou! xxx
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Travis (05/31/2007)
Do you bang it while it's on or off? please reply!
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Travis (05/31/2007)
i am sitting here beating this camera up please help me!
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Rachael (05/31/2007)
I was having a lens error 14 on my camera, and after reading this I hit the bottom and it works perfectly! Thanks so much for the advice!
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Brenda Paro (06/01/2007)
Travis, I'm not exactly sure, but I think you do it with the camera off, then turn it on and see if it works. I could be wrong though. Try it off first.
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Travis (06/01/2007)
Now the camera is saying Step mlr init err 15 what does this mean?
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Brenda Paro (06/01/2007)
I'm not sure what the jargon is, but basically it's related to "initial error 15," which is the lens error. Sounds like something in there moved around, but didn't fix itself yet.
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Felicity (06/03/2007)
don't beat the hell out of it Travis, you just need to pull at the lens and hit it against the palm of your hand, while on.
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abf (06/09/2007)
my camera says lens error 12 then flashes and says 22 and the lens wont come, i banged it and it still wont work out please help i dont want to tell my mom i broke my camera!!
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Suz (06/18/2007)
It worked!!! Genius. Turn camera off, push/pull on lens the tap in on the talbe and hey presto a working camera!! Excellent!!
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Duncan (06/25/2007)
Got a bit of salt water in mine. OK, yes - very bad move!
I think the lense is sticking because salt crystals have formed in the mechanism (not going to shift with tapping/thumping etc). I'm about to do surgery on it to clean it and get it moving again. Any advice on dismantling a compact digital camera greatly appreciated! Anyone else had saltwater in there... or is it just me?
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I think the lense is sticking because salt crystals have formed in the mechanism (not going to shift with tapping/thumping etc). I'm about to do surgery on it to clean it and get it moving again. Any advice on dismantling a compact digital camera greatly appreciated! Anyone else had saltwater in there... or is it just me?
Brenda Paro (06/26/2007)
Duncan, you sound adventurous. Good luck with this endeavor. I haven't personally pulled apart an Easyshare, but surprisingly I did find someone else with the saltwater issue. Granted, it's a lens not a camera, but still- their suggestion of using alcohol was interesting. <a href="forums.photographyreview.co... the link</a>.
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Duncan (06/28/2007)
Yes, for adventurous read stupid! I have a waterproof camera bag but didn't use it that day. Thought - cheap camera, would risk it.
Thanks for the link, that's interesting. I have taken the camera apart, and it was still running until I seperated one of the circuit boards. To get at the lense is very hard, it's basicaly the first thing put into the assembly, so the last you can get out. A friend suggested if I could get at it I could soak it in freshwater to dissolve the water crystals as a last resort, but this is virtually impossible. If I can get it running again I may try to do that. Probably a lost cause though. If it had been a dip in freshwater I think it would be OK. My advice - keep this camera out of the water, and especially the lense out of salt water!
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Thanks for the link, that's interesting. I have taken the camera apart, and it was still running until I seperated one of the circuit boards. To get at the lense is very hard, it's basicaly the first thing put into the assembly, so the last you can get out. A friend suggested if I could get at it I could soak it in freshwater to dissolve the water crystals as a last resort, but this is virtually impossible. If I can get it running again I may try to do that. Probably a lost cause though. If it had been a dip in freshwater I think it would be OK. My advice - keep this camera out of the water, and especially the lense out of salt water!
Allie (07/02/2007)
thank for the advice guys! i thought that i got the camera wet at one point or another and i didn't understand why i was getting lens error 12 and 22 out of no where. but now i know it just got stuck. i hurt my hand a little bit haha but i picked at the lens a little and it turned it on and it worked! next time i wont hit it off my hand ;) it still gets stuck occasionally, but until I buy another, it will work!
oh and sometimes the little doors to the lens don't open...but i just push them open then. i don't think there is any way of fixing that...oh well, it works for me
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oh and sometimes the little doors to the lens don't open...but i just push them open then. i don't think there is any way of fixing that...oh well, it works for me
Daniel (07/03/2007)
mine is saying lens error 20? i have tried banging it around and pushing/pulling on the lens but it still wont work:(
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Christy (07/06/2007)
This works.. banging on the bottom and pulling at the lense! ...i thought my camera was finished this past year. thanks for the tip.
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ke4juh (08/08/2007)
Don't clean salt with alcohol, use plain water - takig it apart isn't hard just don't lose any of the small screws and stuff but I don't think you can get into the lens mechanism anyway - BTW WATCH OUT FOR THE CAPACITOR FOR THE FLASH (LOOKS LIKE A TRIPLE-A BATTERY - IT'S GOT LIKE 500 VOLTS WHEN THE CAMERA IS ON - IT'S INSULATED BUT SALT WATER CONDUCTS AND IT WOULD REALLY RUIN YOUR DAY TO GET ZAPPED)
Banging this one didn't fix it, neither did using a battery to run the lens closed (I was a bench tech in a former life...), so I'm going to try to dig in deeper and see if I can find the problem...
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Banging this one didn't fix it, neither did using a battery to run the lens closed (I was a bench tech in a former life...), so I'm going to try to dig in deeper and see if I can find the problem...
chelz (09/07/2007)
I tried banging it against my hand and all i got was a pain!!! im so mad that i worked for everyone else and not me :( atleast i have warranty on it
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epod (09/16/2007)
Yeah so lens error 12 and lens error 22 and the lens was stuck out, and I tried banging and pulling and what not a couple months ago, nothing. Just tried again today, and let me tell you I was really reefing on it twisting the lens, popping it in and out banging on it really hard. There were a couple points when it wouldn't even give me an error, the light would just flash red, but I kept at it then all of a sudden it works! So brutal and lame as it stopped working as I was taking a picture and just hitting it works.
Well when you've got nothing to lose, I guess go all out!
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Well when you've got nothing to lose, I guess go all out!
Daniel (09/23/2007)
Amazing.. I had a lens error 14, hit the bottom with my hand, and it worked on the first try! My kind of repair!
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kimberly (10/12/2007)
Too cool!!!!!!!!!!!!....fixed it right up...thanks a lot!!
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GAr (10/13/2007)
Hola, mi camara reporta el error 14 pero no lo puedo solucionar con el golpe en la oparte inferior, alguien sabe otro secreto!!!!!!!!!
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vince Harrod (10/16/2007)
I get error messages when I try to zoom then it switches off....not worth paying to get it fixed, price of a new camera.
oh well
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oh well
Stephy (11/22/2007)
OMG!!!! My camera has been broken for....months lol and vince i had the same problem as you error 41, wouldnt zoom, but i banged it around and stuff lol thought "what the heck its worth a shot" and it worked! i cant zoom in as well as i used to be able too but i can go about half way, then with cropping its the same thing so yeah :D :D :D ty sooooo much!
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benji (12/20/2007)
yo gotta have a pimp hand like me for that smacking junk to work
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Mom of 4 yr old (12/27/2007)
These posts helped! My 4 year old son dropped my camera. After banging on it I can turn it on and take pics but I have to bang on it once I turn it off or the green power light stays on. Any further suggestions.
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breanna (12/28/2007)
mine says lense error 115, o, o, 110, i need help!
hitting it hasnt worked and im desperate
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hitting it hasnt worked and im desperate
roxysoccer (02/20/2008)
i have a m853 kodak camera and i turned it off. when i turned it back on it had the error 122. i panicked because i just got the camera today. i read your responses and banged on my palm for about 5 minutes and jiggled around the lenspiece and bam! it worked. thank youuu whoever suggested the palm thing. :) patience and adjusting and not hitting it too hard tap it in different directions . that is all my suggestions are :)
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Kiley (02/25/2008)
OMG! my camera was freaking out and I gave it a good few slams on the bottom and it worked like a charm...my hand kinda hurts-but the camera is all good.
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Josh Jones (03/09/2008)
My camera was having lens error 25, so i decided to get online and figure out what was going on. Much to my surprise I found help, all I needed to do was hit the bottom of the camera while turing it on at the same time. Thank you very much!!!!!!!!!!
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CheS (04/13/2008)
OMG!!!!! Banging at the bottom part DID WORK.. Thanks, guys.. You're the best...
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shirley (05/24/2008)
i found it easier after banging my hand raw, that if you take the batteries out and hit it on the floor {not too hard, or use a rubber mallet} that it will work too. Also try hitting the lens {around the lens} and then using the mallet, instructions and it will work too. Mine did [along with prayer}.
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Lauren (05/31/2008)
I keep getting the Lens Error 14 and 22. Also the lens won't come out. I tried hitting it on the bottom but nothing really happend. I've tried tapping it all around and nothing happens. Anyone got any further advice?
Thanks
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Thanks
Lori (06/01/2008)
My advice...DO NOT BUY CAMERAS FROM KODAK! These cameras absolutely are the worst I have ever seen. If you have to abuse a camera to get it to work then how can it be a good product? What a total rip off!!! My daughter has the M853 that she just got for Easter this year. Two weeks ago she started having the same lens problem. We found out Kodak would fix it for almost half of the purchase price, but why bother? So...she followed the "banging" advice above and it worked a couple more times until it started again. She banged it some more and now it is worthless!!! We even bought the extended warranty but Kodak will not honor it! (Before the banging began) and I will never ever purchase another kodak product at all...absolutely nothing associated with the company either! This is the biggest rip off I've ever seen!!!
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Roxye (06/04/2008)
mine is SO NOT WORKING
ive hit it
ive pulled on the lens
if my mom finds out im DEAD
ugh this sucks!!
HELP!!!!
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ive hit it
ive pulled on the lens
if my mom finds out im DEAD
ugh this sucks!!
HELP!!!!
vince Harrod (06/05/2008)
Have you tried decent batteries, i find Duracell ones work in mine, it struggles with cheaper ones.
Best thing you can do is tell your mum while showing her this web site, If she reads through a few of these posts she will realise how crap these cameras are, hopefully yours is still under warranty, but to be honest Kodak back up ain't the best and they will do anything to wriggle out of repairing or replacing the camera free of charge. The costs of repairs are to be honest ...a joke, you may as well buy another camera, the repair cost is about the same price as the camera. sorry I don't have any better news. what I have I have learnt from this camera is, not to rush in, and check any cameras out on the internet before parting with any money.
Hope your mum ain't too hard on you. Best of luck.
Vince
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Best thing you can do is tell your mum while showing her this web site, If she reads through a few of these posts she will realise how crap these cameras are, hopefully yours is still under warranty, but to be honest Kodak back up ain't the best and they will do anything to wriggle out of repairing or replacing the camera free of charge. The costs of repairs are to be honest ...a joke, you may as well buy another camera, the repair cost is about the same price as the camera. sorry I don't have any better news. what I have I have learnt from this camera is, not to rush in, and check any cameras out on the internet before parting with any money.
Hope your mum ain't too hard on you. Best of luck.
Vince
Kariann (06/10/2008)
Well, I don't get any error message. The camera was not dropped or exposed to water. I can pull the lens apart, but no luck. My camera is 18 months old and repair will be $90. I tried the banging against my palm (ouch!) and that didn't work either. I have all my photos on the Kodak Easy Share system on my computer. I don't know what to do. Do I replace it and hope for the best?
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Aga (06/26/2008)
Hi, I had the similar problem in my C330 (Lens error: 14) and after reading this answers I decided to try your method :) I punched the bottom of the camera with my hand and it WORKS!!!!! It’s unbelievable! Thank you all for this advices! Aga from Poland
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Gramma (07/20/2008)
I am very disappointed in my camera, it's just 18 months old and now its doing the lense error thing!! Banging bottom and pulling lense has'nt fixed it!! Do other Easy Share cameras fit on the photo printer mine is a C633? Is there a 1-800 # to call to talk to a person?
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Janice (07/20/2008)
HITTING IT WORKED EXCELLENTLY! THANK YOUUU
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chuba duba (07/24/2008)
BITCHES AND WHORES!
we did it !!! not really.
no one helped our situation..
we banged and banged and BANGED !!!!!
and pushed and pulled or put it on the fucking stove
and cleaned nothing worked.
something miraculous happened.
it sort of works nothing of what you siad helped the lenses doesnt completely go in
and it sort of takes pictures
we didnt even drop it it just happened
IDIOTS THANKS FOR THE ADVICE!NOTTT
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we did it !!! not really.
no one helped our situation..
we banged and banged and BANGED !!!!!
and pushed and pulled or put it on the fucking stove
and cleaned nothing worked.
something miraculous happened.
it sort of works nothing of what you siad helped the lenses doesnt completely go in
and it sort of takes pictures
we didnt even drop it it just happened
IDIOTS THANKS FOR THE ADVICE!NOTTT
NAT (07/25/2008)
I LOVE YOU ALL!!
had that error yesterday when i was in the park and was worried $hitless what with my daughters 1st Birthday on sunday!!
But you wonderful people have saved me any worries - the lens was stuck so i banged the bottom and pulled out the lens and IT WORKS!!
Thank you! x
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had that error yesterday when i was in the park and was worried $hitless what with my daughters 1st Birthday on sunday!!
But you wonderful people have saved me any worries - the lens was stuck so i banged the bottom and pulled out the lens and IT WORKS!!
Thank you! x
Lesa (08/06/2008)
Preface: I DO NOT SUGGEST YOU CRAM THE LENS BACK IN, I'm just saying--it worked for me.
O.k. I just got my Kodak CD33 working again. Yesterday I turned it on to take pictures at a birthday party and the lens came out like normal but wouldn't focus or respond in anyway except when I tried to turn it off. It was stuck with the lens out and when I turned it off it gave Lens Error: 22 and would just turn off (not retracting the lens). I turned it back on and it gave me Lens Error: 12 and then did nothing except when I turned it back off it gave me Lens Error: 22 again. Same thing everytime, turning it on = Lens Error 12 & turning it off = Lens Errror: 22. Exasperated because the advice of tapping or hitting the bottom of the camera didn't work for me I just crammed the lens back in with the palm of my hand. It went in. So I tried turning it on and the lens came out about 1/10 of the way and then I got a new error code, I got Error Code 14. I was thinking "CRAP". So I turned it off, and tried again. I turned it on and it the lens came all the way out like normal, the live screen appeared, no error codes--it appears to be working. ((SO FAR)). I am not counting on this camera to last me much longer though. As I dropped it on a sidewalk 3 weeks ago and it only messed up on me yesterday. Somewhere down the line it's gonna mess up again. But for now--IT WORKS :)
I IN NO WAY AM SUGGESTING YOU DO SOMETHING THAT WILL DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA EVEN MORE, LIKE CRAMMING THE LENS BACK IN--I'm just saying it worked for me.
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O.k. I just got my Kodak CD33 working again. Yesterday I turned it on to take pictures at a birthday party and the lens came out like normal but wouldn't focus or respond in anyway except when I tried to turn it off. It was stuck with the lens out and when I turned it off it gave Lens Error: 22 and would just turn off (not retracting the lens). I turned it back on and it gave me Lens Error: 12 and then did nothing except when I turned it back off it gave me Lens Error: 22 again. Same thing everytime, turning it on = Lens Error 12 & turning it off = Lens Errror: 22. Exasperated because the advice of tapping or hitting the bottom of the camera didn't work for me I just crammed the lens back in with the palm of my hand. It went in. So I tried turning it on and the lens came out about 1/10 of the way and then I got a new error code, I got Error Code 14. I was thinking "CRAP". So I turned it off, and tried again. I turned it on and it the lens came all the way out like normal, the live screen appeared, no error codes--it appears to be working. ((SO FAR)). I am not counting on this camera to last me much longer though. As I dropped it on a sidewalk 3 weeks ago and it only messed up on me yesterday. Somewhere down the line it's gonna mess up again. But for now--IT WORKS :)
I IN NO WAY AM SUGGESTING YOU DO SOMETHING THAT WILL DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA EVEN MORE, LIKE CRAMMING THE LENS BACK IN--I'm just saying it worked for me.
Samantha (10/13/2008)
rar! Oh my gosh, I was getting lens error 22, consistantly. then I read this and I thought "well, it didn't work when I hit it before, but now that a ton of people told me to do it, maybe it will work," which was terrible logic, but I gave it a try anyway. And it still doesn't work. Plus, now it's saying lens error 12 and then changing its mind to say lens error 22. And my hand hurts, really badly. Oh well, I'll keep trying and I'll let everyone know if it works. I was going to get a new camera for Christmas anyway, because I hate this one, but it was better than nothing. Now it is nothing...
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Kariann (10/14/2008)
Please don't bang the camera against your hand. Ouch! Gently bang it on your mouse pad. Unfortunately, I learned this after I replaced the camera. I do like the Kodak EasyShare photo program for the computer. Good Luck!
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Vek Deduck (02/09/2009)
I tried the twisting, pulling, and hard whacks into my hand, but nothing worked until I hit it solidly on a slightly padded (a legal pad) table top. Voila! I figured, what the heck, the camera is probably toast anyway...
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SHanika (04/14/2009)
Wow my camera has been stuck like this for 2 and a half years. Now I did what the person wrote and it is working like brand new.
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Nerea (05/25/2009)
Hello, My chamber(camera), it(he,she) takes mistake jumps lens 17 and to the second one it(he,she) changes to 27 and goes out.
Three days ago behind it was working rather, and now it(he,she) does not walk, Lei the manual and there is nothing said on it, and I do not find solution I was reading here some post and they say that it is solved golpeamdolo, but nonbe, I am afraid of damaging it more. And it is true that is solved striking it?, and against that?
Hola, Mi cámara, prende salta lens error 17 y al segundo se cambia al 27 y se apaga.
hace tres días atrás funcionaba lo mas bien, y ahora no anda,
Lei el manual y no hay nada dicho sobre ello, y no encuentro solucion estuve leyendo aca algunos post y dicen que se soluciona golpeamdolo, pero nosé, tengo miedo de dañarla más. Y es verdad que se soluciona golpeandolo?, y contra que ?
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Three days ago behind it was working rather, and now it(he,she) does not walk, Lei the manual and there is nothing said on it, and I do not find solution I was reading here some post and they say that it is solved golpeamdolo, but nonbe, I am afraid of damaging it more. And it is true that is solved striking it?, and against that?
Hola, Mi cámara, prende salta lens error 17 y al segundo se cambia al 27 y se apaga.
hace tres días atrás funcionaba lo mas bien, y ahora no anda,
Lei el manual y no hay nada dicho sobre ello, y no encuentro solucion estuve leyendo aca algunos post y dicen que se soluciona golpeamdolo, pero nosé, tengo miedo de dañarla más. Y es verdad que se soluciona golpeandolo?, y contra que ?
Jen (06/09/2009)
Cool-was a bit sceptical about hitting it but this actually works! Thanks.
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lens error 12 and 22 (06/17/2009)
THIS IS FOR ERRORS 12 AND 22. okay, so i had lens errors 12 and 22, so instead of the lens being stuck inside, it was the opposite, it was stuck out and wouldnt come back in. so after reading this i tried banging on it a bit but to no avail. so as i turned it on and it gave me the error message i switched the dial to off and i pressed on the lens so that it went in, only very very very slightly though. then i turned it back on and banged it on the bottom underneath the lens and it works like normal again! so yeah try that but dont press on the lens too hard.
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Phil from LA (10/15/2009)
Sometimes a tiny bit of grit gets in the works that stalls a gear or causes friction between moving parts. I fixed an EasyShare C913 where the zoom would not work. With the camera on and lens extended, I put a little pressure on the lens while operating the zoom lever. I heard a little gritty sound and the zoom started working again. Good as new!
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cody from al (12/13/2009)
I tried all of it. Can this camera be taken apart a nd operated on. I replaced this keyboard. I know it's different. But I need my camera to be working. It is Christmas. Santa's coming and need my camera
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I just bought a Kodak C633, Any info? (ED59 — 11/26/2006)
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by James DeRuvo (11/26/2006)
Not sure I understand the question here. But if you are in need of a manual and spec info, you can get it here. ( kodak.com/global/en/service... )
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Brenda Paro (11/27/2006)
The C633 is basically the same as the C643 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) only without the following features:
- Exposure Bracketing
- Long Time Exposure
- Burst Mode
Other than that, they are pretty much the same. So most of the reviews and info for the C643 (click the link above for reviews) should apply. Hope that helps!
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- Exposure Bracketing
- Long Time Exposure
- Burst Mode
Other than that, they are pretty much the same. So most of the reviews and info for the C643 (click the link above for reviews) should apply. Hope that helps!
Erin (04/08/2007)
I am using my Kodak c633 to capture videos and pictures. I use Corel Photo Album 6 to download my pictures onto my computer, the problem is Corel is for photos only and I cant figure out how to download the videos onto my computer. I tried to use my Windows Movie Maker, but there is an error everytime it opens and windows shuts it down .. If anyone knows another method to get my videos onto my computer it would be greatly appreciated asap since the videos take up a ton of space on my camera .. Thank You
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Jaap van Ganswijk (05/07/2007)
Why not copy the files using a memory card reader?
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i have a kodak easyshare CD33 camera and it keeps saying lens error 14 what do i do? (allitrust — 12/05/2006)
it says it when i try and turn on my camera.
the lens is supposed to pop out of the camera
but it doesnt anymore
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the lens is supposed to pop out of the camera
but it doesnt anymore
Ben Keough (12/05/2006)
Hi Alli,
This is an error that plagues many different brands and models of camera. It's often the result of the camera being dropped, or of it getting dirty inside the lens housing. Basically, the electronics inside the camera are detecting a sticking point between the lens and the body and shutting down to avoid further damage. There's a thread here ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) on DCHQ that details a similar issue. There are several things you can do:
1. Contact Kodak customer support, send the camera back, probably pay an arm and a leg for a camera that's out of warranty and out of date.
That's the safe way of doing things, but as I suggested, it's probably not worth it for a camera that's out of production. Kodak will likely charge you more than the original cost of the camera to repair it. If this isn't worth it to you, you can try the following:
2. Make sure the lens isn't visibly sticking anywhere. Look around the edges of the lens and see if it's making contact with the body. If it is, try to gently center it and then attempt to turn the camera on.
3. Try using compressed air (not too high pressure, obviously) to blow around the edge of the lens. This may dislodge the dirt/grime/whatever that's causing the lens to error out. Office Depot sells aerosol cans of compressed air that would do the trick nicely.
4. Some users have reported success, as reported in that thread I linked to, with hitting the bottom of the camera against the heel of their hand. Try it lightly at first, and then if that doesn't work a little harder.
Good luck!
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This is an error that plagues many different brands and models of camera. It's often the result of the camera being dropped, or of it getting dirty inside the lens housing. Basically, the electronics inside the camera are detecting a sticking point between the lens and the body and shutting down to avoid further damage. There's a thread here ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ) on DCHQ that details a similar issue. There are several things you can do:
1. Contact Kodak customer support, send the camera back, probably pay an arm and a leg for a camera that's out of warranty and out of date.
That's the safe way of doing things, but as I suggested, it's probably not worth it for a camera that's out of production. Kodak will likely charge you more than the original cost of the camera to repair it. If this isn't worth it to you, you can try the following:
2. Make sure the lens isn't visibly sticking anywhere. Look around the edges of the lens and see if it's making contact with the body. If it is, try to gently center it and then attempt to turn the camera on.
3. Try using compressed air (not too high pressure, obviously) to blow around the edge of the lens. This may dislodge the dirt/grime/whatever that's causing the lens to error out. Office Depot sells aerosol cans of compressed air that would do the trick nicely.
4. Some users have reported success, as reported in that thread I linked to, with hitting the bottom of the camera against the heel of their hand. Try it lightly at first, and then if that doesn't work a little harder.
Good luck!
What is the eaisiest digital camera to use? (OSUman — 12/09/2006)
i am trying to get my mom something that is easy to use and is like a regular camera because she has a hard time with more advanced technology.
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Ben Keough (12/10/2006)
Hi Jonathan,
Koday's EasyShare line are among the easiest-to-use cameras on the market today. Most of them offer very good image quality, solid automatic shooting modes, and, as I said, great ease of use. The EasyShare C743 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ), for example, earned DCHQ's Editor's Choice award for best beginner digital camera. It's got a great 7 megapixel sensor, lots of features tailored to beginners (in-camera red-eye reduction, photo touchups, etc), and intuitive controls. If I had to make a recommendation with no other qualifications than ease of use, it's the one I'd make. Good luck!
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Koday's EasyShare line are among the easiest-to-use cameras on the market today. Most of them offer very good image quality, solid automatic shooting modes, and, as I said, great ease of use. The EasyShare C743 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... ), for example, earned DCHQ's Editor's Choice award for best beginner digital camera. It's got a great 7 megapixel sensor, lots of features tailored to beginners (in-camera red-eye reduction, photo touchups, etc), and intuitive controls. If I had to make a recommendation with no other qualifications than ease of use, it's the one I'd make. Good luck!
Brenda Paro (12/14/2006)
The C743 that Ben mentioned (or its cousin the C643 ( digitalcamera-hq.com/digita... )) are both ridiculously easy to use. You literally pick them up and put in the batteries and turn them on. Downloading photos takes seconds, too. They are pretty much foolproof, and excellent image quality plus fast response times too.
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Dr Dish (12/14/2006)
My sister was the shutter bug in our family. She would shoot rolls and rolls of film on each of our numerous events. She claimed that she was fine without digi cameras. Hard sell. Then she received a birthday present and it was a C743 camera. Now she says "what took so long to get a simple to use camera as this. I have no room in my life for technical "gadgets". This camera will now be my main picture taking platform. She thanked her brother at CBS TV Hollywood for enlightning her on Digital Photography!
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antonio morse (04/29/2007)
need software 2 download photos easyshare c743
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can I use a 2.0 GB san disk ultra in my Kodak C643 (firedude05 — 12/22/2006)
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Andrew Skinner (12/22/2006)
If the scandisk ultra is a SD card instead of other type of card, then yes, you can.
Andrew
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Andrew
Jaime Barney (01/03/2007)
Yes. As a retail salesperson, I assure you that the Sandisk Ultra will work in your Kodak. In fact you will get up to 16x the transfer rate as you would using a standard SD card.
Jaime
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Jaime
should i get a cannon sd630 or kodak C643 ? what takes best photos and ease of use (Purple50 — 12/24/2006)
I bought an easy share Kodak C643 with dock & printer at Target for $199. and then bought battery charger & batteries for $39.99. Now i notice if i get the C743 it comes with rechargable batteries I can charge on the docking station. When I went to Circuit City the guy there said the Canon SD630 was a really great camera & I should get that and then I can get a Cannon printer. i don't know which to get, if I open the one I have Target says I can't return it if I take photos and don't like it. I am worried about pictures being blurry with such a small camera, but I want one to put in my purse.
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Sarah (12/25/2006)
First of all, DON'T LISTEN TO CIRCUIT CITY! They are on comission there. Of course he wants you to return the one from target and boost his pay check by encouraging you to buy a much more expensive camera. Also, the way I understand it, you bought standard AA rechargable batteries. Return those if you decide to keep the Kodak. You can buy the same battery that comes in the c743 bundle separately. bestbuy.com/site/olspage.js... or bestbuy.com/site/olspage.js... . These batteries will also charge on the same printer that came with your c643. Also, you don't have to buy these things from Best Buy, I just happened to find them there.
As far as the canon vs. kodak, there is a pretty big difference. Picture quality is going to be better on the canon (I can almost guarantee it), however, canon's are MUCH more complicated. Canon just can't help themselves when adding manual features to their cameras. Unfortunately, for someone looking for ease of use, manual features can be really confusing. Kodak cameras are extremely user friendly and easy to operate. Your pictures won't be blurry because you pick the Kodak over the Canon, or vice versa, because neither one of them have an image stabilizer. I will tell you though that kodaks tend to have hardware problems and canons almost never do. Personally, I would go with a Nikon, they are easier to use than a canon, but have better picture quality and reputation (as far as durability) than Kodak. If ease of use is what you are most concerned about I would go with the Kodak, if picture quality is what you are most concerned about I would go with a Nikon. Hope all that helps.
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As far as the canon vs. kodak, there is a pretty big difference. Picture quality is going to be better on the canon (I can almost guarantee it), however, canon's are MUCH more complicated. Canon just can't help themselves when adding manual features to their cameras. Unfortunately, for someone looking for ease of use, manual features can be really confusing. Kodak cameras are extremely user friendly and easy to operate. Your pictures won't be blurry because you pick the Kodak over the Canon, or vice versa, because neither one of them have an image stabilizer. I will tell you though that kodaks tend to have hardware problems and canons almost never do. Personally, I would go with a Nikon, they are easier to use than a canon, but have better picture quality and reputation (as far as durability) than Kodak. If ease of use is what you are most concerned about I would go with the Kodak, if picture quality is what you are most concerned about I would go with a Nikon. Hope all that helps.
Purple50 (12/25/2006)
thank you. i did open the kodak c643 today because my husband bought me the memory card, ink & paper, a case etc for Christmas. We took a few photos with it this morning, they seem to be ok, i printed out 2, the first one didn't print what was on the screen, so i looked in the book and it said to put it on a different setting so we tried the same pose and it had a black bar at the top and bottom of the screen, but it did print what was on the screen. so far the camera seems ok, we have a sonydsc585 we bought a few years ago which is our good camera, so i just wanted a 2nd one to stick in my purse. I will let you know how i like it in a few days ! thank you for answering my question, Have a Happy New Year.
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woody (12/25/2006)
hi, iwas wondering the differance in video capabilities between the 633 and 643? rather than start a new post if no one minds, thanks
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When I turn it on it quickly turns itself off (trudy123 — 02/22/2007)
The power light flashes once green, then 10 times red, then turns itself off
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Rich Watson (02/22/2007)
It sounds like weak batteries.
Digital cameras take a lot of juice. If you are buying alkaline, you will go broke and die unhappy. NiMH batteries are the way to go.
The life of rechargeable batteries is measured in mAh (milliamp-hours). The latest are 2900 mAh, although 2700 is excellent as well. Anything under 2000 mAh is really too light-duty for cameras. One problem with rechargeables is that the charger is soooo 20th century. The new chargers analyze the condition of the batteries with sophisticated electronics, and adjust the current as needed. Then, when the batteries are 'full up' these new chargers will apply a little current every 10 seconds or so, to keep the batteries fully charged.
You can buy a battery kit (batts + charger) at your local discount store, but that will probably come with mediocre batteries (like 2000 mAh, or less!) and a charger that sucks. Spend $50 and get a nice setup. Check out thomas-distributing.com/ind... for great batteries and chargers.
I bought their charger---Maha C204W 18 months ago. Best money I spent in a long, long time. This charger does AA's, AAA's, has a 're-conditioning' button, has a top-off routine, works internationally on voltages from 100 to 240 automatically, will charge up to 4 batteries 'in pairs'---which means that 2 batteries can be in the charger indefinitely, while YOU ADD two depleted batteries which then start charging with a different program, etc.
Defines STATE OF THE ART
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Digital cameras take a lot of juice. If you are buying alkaline, you will go broke and die unhappy. NiMH batteries are the way to go.
The life of rechargeable batteries is measured in mAh (milliamp-hours). The latest are 2900 mAh, although 2700 is excellent as well. Anything under 2000 mAh is really too light-duty for cameras. One problem with rechargeables is that the charger is soooo 20th century. The new chargers analyze the condition of the batteries with sophisticated electronics, and adjust the current as needed. Then, when the batteries are 'full up' these new chargers will apply a little current every 10 seconds or so, to keep the batteries fully charged.
You can buy a battery kit (batts + charger) at your local discount store, but that will probably come with mediocre batteries (like 2000 mAh, or less!) and a charger that sucks. Spend $50 and get a nice setup. Check out thomas-distributing.com/ind... for great batteries and chargers.
I bought their charger---Maha C204W 18 months ago. Best money I spent in a long, long time. This charger does AA's, AAA's, has a 're-conditioning' button, has a top-off routine, works internationally on voltages from 100 to 240 automatically, will charge up to 4 batteries 'in pairs'---which means that 2 batteries can be in the charger indefinitely, while YOU ADD two depleted batteries which then start charging with a different program, etc.
Defines STATE OF THE ART
trudy123 (02/28/2007)
I already tried changing the batteries & it didn't help.
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Rich Watson (02/28/2007)
dunno
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Greg (04/17/2007)
I bought one for my wife and have exactly the same problem. Have tried several sets of AA alkaline and newly recharged NIMh. Going to try to send it back to Kodak since it is still under warrantee.
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I am getting a couple of different lens errors.. (EDZWOMN — 02/24/2007)
error 126 and 122.. What does this mean?? Does anybody know where I can find meanings to each lens errors?? How can I fix this without paying a million bucks??
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by James DeRuvo (03/01/2007)
Kodak recommends:
1. Turn off your camera.
2. If you have a memory card in your camera, remove it.
3. Remove the batteries from your camera and wipe the contacts with a soft, clean cloth.
4. Reinstall the batteries.
5. Turn on your camera.
If the problem persists, then you have to contact Kodak for repair options.
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1. Turn off your camera.
2. If you have a memory card in your camera, remove it.
3. Remove the batteries from your camera and wipe the contacts with a soft, clean cloth.
4. Reinstall the batteries.
5. Turn on your camera.
If the problem persists, then you have to contact Kodak for repair options.
Andrew Skinner (03/01/2007)
Shelby,
There is not a lot of info out there on those lens errors. Your best bet is probably to contact Kodak support ( kodak.com/eknec/PageQuerier... ). They have options to call, email, write, or chat with customer support reps. I hope this helps.
Andrew
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There is not a lot of info out there on those lens errors. Your best bet is probably to contact Kodak support ( kodak.com/eknec/PageQuerier... ). They have options to call, email, write, or chat with customer support reps. I hope this helps.
Andrew
Sumeet Chaki (03/25/2007)
I have purchased C643 and during trekking it fell and needs lens unit to be changed. Can you please let me know from where can we get the complete lens unit of C643 in INDIA
Sumeet Chaki
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Sumeet Chaki
by James DeRuvo (03/26/2007)
You'll probably have to contact Kodak to get a repair estimate. Keep in mind that a good rule of thumb is that if the repair costs more than 50% of the price you paid for it, you're more than likely better off simply buying a new one.
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C643 won't power up (annzd — 03/18/2007)
I have a new C643 that has been working fine for 3-4 weeks now. This morning, nothing. It won't power up. I tested the batteries and they are fine. Does anyone know what's up with this, and more importantly, how to fix it?
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by James DeRuvo (03/21/2007)
Have you tried connecting it to the camera dock or an ac adapter? Try that. If you can power up no problem, then it is definitely a battery issue. Just because you think the batteries are fine, doesn't mean they are compatible with this camera. I recommend Varta batteries. They are very powerful and designed specifically for cameras.
If, however, you still can't turn it on after connecting to either the dock or AC adapter, then you the camera is the problem. And the good news is, since you just go tit, it's still under warranty.
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If, however, you still can't turn it on after connecting to either the dock or AC adapter, then you the camera is the problem. And the good news is, since you just go tit, it's still under warranty.
by James DeRuvo (08/24/2007)
Hi, I noticed that you haven't marked any replies as the "best answer." Are you still looking for an answer? If so, I recommend you re-submit it on digitalcamera-hq.com so it will have a better chance of being noticed. These days it looks like most questions are being answered within a few days. Good luck!
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My C743 kodak is giving me a "lens error" during power up 115,0,0,113 and 225,0,0,313 how do I fix this (japman — 03/21/2007)
I can hear the lens motor trying to open the lens and also shut it.
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by James DeRuvo (03/21/2007)
According to Kodak , this error may be caused by your batteries as they may be dying or simply underpowered. High Powered NiMh are recommended by Kodak. Absent that, they suggest getting an estimate for repair.
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Jon (12/05/2007)
Would you know what a 411,1,1,118 error code would mean? I get it when I try to use the zoom lens.
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vince Harrod (12/06/2007)
My camera was doing this, I can use my camera but if I zoom then it switches off. I contacted kodak and they told me they could fix it for a price, between 65 to 85 quid, I can get a new camera for 65 so why bother, I'll just use my camera till it dies. i have been told that if you tap it sharply on the bottom this can rectify it, it didn't work on mine though. apparently theres a little cog that dislodges, another thing you can try is to hold the lens open as you shut it down, this is supposed to force the cog back, that didn't work on mine either. But all things tolled, at least mine takes photos, even if it can't zoom, best of luck with the tapping and pulling thing.
regards
vince
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regards
vince
pam (09/13/2009)
What is happening is that fine sand is getting into the zoom gears and the grit causes it to malfunction. You can bang it and possibly destroy it, or you can purchase some pressured air and turn the camera on to open the lens and gently blow out the lens over and over until the grit is removed. This happened to me and it took a few times to unstick the grit, but with persistence and patience, my camera now works like new.
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Lens Error 126,1,0,-12 (kirstie07 — 04/14/2007)
Ive had my kodak camera for over a year now , its been working perfectly untill it ...fell off the top of my car while on and the lens was out,it stayed out untill i turned the camera off then it hasnt worked since. i get the message Lens Error:126,1,0,-12 and it shuts off immediatly after giving me the message and sometimes the screen messes up and looks veryyyyy funny,is my camera history? please help.
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Nicole (04/19/2007)
I am having the same error after it dropped from a short distance and would also like some feedback on this.
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Nicole (04/19/2007)
I also get error 126,1,0,-14 or 126,1,0,-13
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"Lense Error 14" or "Lense Error 22." (lizjohnson95 — 04/21/2007)
Whenever I turn on my camera, I get a message on my screen that says "Lense Error 14" or "Lense Error 22"
What does this mean?
Can I get it repaired, or do I have to buy an ew camera?
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What does this mean?
Can I get it repaired, or do I have to buy an ew camera?
revhead227 (04/22/2007)
The bad news is that you voided your warranty by trying to fix it your self. It would cost between $150 and $200 to fix your camera.
I would strongly advice replacing it.he problem with P+S lenses, is once one piece is off of alignment, the whole things gets thrown out of wack. So the repair wouldn't just be on one piece of the lense. (Which is probably why you now see two different errors.)
if you were me i will replace it or money back and buy different brand like canon or kodak smiliar like that
i wish you good luck
revhead227
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I would strongly advice replacing it.he problem with P+S lenses, is once one piece is off of alignment, the whole things gets thrown out of wack. So the repair wouldn't just be on one piece of the lense. (Which is probably why you now see two different errors.)
if you were me i will replace it or money back and buy different brand like canon or kodak smiliar like that
i wish you good luck
revhead227
when i take a picture it flashes AF in red whats happening? (jg — 04/22/2007)
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China Mark (04/27/2007)
Hi,
It means the camera hasn't found the correct focus and is still searching. Trying pressing the shutter button down half-way for a little longer so that the camera has more time to fix its focus.
Hope this helps,
Mark
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It means the camera hasn't found the correct focus and is still searching. Trying pressing the shutter button down half-way for a little longer so that the camera has more time to fix its focus.
Hope this helps,
Mark
turnon c643 locks viewer in graphic image(leaves) and no menu functions (alpmeadow1 — 05/06/2007)
No preview or menu functions work, the camera still takes pictures which I can download
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Brenda Paro (06/21/2007)
If you're still having problems, turn the camera off, remove the batteries, wait about three minutes and then put them back in. It may just be an electronic glitch.
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Does this camera have a user-controlled flash? (tbarnes — 05/14/2007)
Looking to buy this camera. Just looking for info prior to purchase.
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by James DeRuvo (05/16/2007)
Well, you can use the fill flash or manual flash options, sure.
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Where do I get a C643 instruction book (montyrr007 — 07/23/2007)
I need an instruction how to use book for a Kodak C643
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by James DeRuvo (07/23/2007)
You can download it, plus any drivers or firmware updates, at Kodak's website here ( kodak.com/global/en/service... ).
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How does one display the ISO and exposure on the LCD? (dpskala — 09/13/2007)
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by James DeRuvo (09/15/2007)
I'd be looking in the menu settings under display options.
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dpskala (09/15/2007)
Thanks, but I can find no option under 'menu' or 'settings' for displaying these items. They are shown in the display picture in the instruction manual.
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bukit97 (09/15/2007)
The LCD Info button controls the display of ISO and Exposure, together with other icons on the screen.
This is the second button in a vertical row of 4 on the right hand side of the LCD.
Pressing the button will change the display from one to another as follows :
. LCD on, status icon display on
. LCD on, status icon display off
. LCD off
The Menu button is meant for changing the values. eg from ISO 200 to ISO 400 or from EV ' 0 ' to EV ' -1 ' and so on.
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This is the second button in a vertical row of 4 on the right hand side of the LCD.
Pressing the button will change the display from one to another as follows :
. LCD on, status icon display on
. LCD on, status icon display off
. LCD off
The Menu button is meant for changing the values. eg from ISO 200 to ISO 400 or from EV ' 0 ' to EV ' -1 ' and so on.
dpskala (09/15/2007)
Thanks. My LCD info button does indeed work like that, but the full display (first press) shows -- flash status; picture MP; no. pictures remaining; camera icon (not sure what that means); and +/- exposure. That's all. No ISO or speed.
BTW, in playing around trying to get the display, I discovered that if you press review, then repeatedly press the LCD info button, you get three screens, the second of which gives you a bunch of info about the picture displayed, including file name, date and time, size, color, flash, auto focus, ISO state, and something called "AWB". Does anyone know what "AWB" means?
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BTW, in playing around trying to get the display, I discovered that if you press review, then repeatedly press the LCD info button, you get three screens, the second of which gives you a bunch of info about the picture displayed, including file name, date and time, size, color, flash, auto focus, ISO state, and something called "AWB". Does anyone know what "AWB" means?
bukit97 (09/16/2007)
OK now you know LCD info is the button to press, not the menu button.
AWB probably means auto white balance. This saves you the trouble of selecting white balance for tungsten or florescence lamp and so on.
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AWB probably means auto white balance. This saves you the trouble of selecting white balance for tungsten or florescence lamp and so on.
dpskala (09/16/2007)
OK, reread my response, and ignore the second paragraph. That was just an aside to expose (no pun intended) some interesting info I discovered about the review mode which I had not seen discussed elsewhere. In capture mode, pressing LCD info does not give me even half of the information shown on page 17 of the "Getting Started Guide." Just the stuff I mentioned above.
BTW, automatic white balance does make sense for 'AWB.'
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BTW, automatic white balance does make sense for 'AWB.'
dpskala (09/19/2007)
OK, thanks to all. I've figured out a lot of it, but I can't find how to display aperture and speed as shown in the manual.
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vince Harrod (09/20/2007)
Hi the camera has to be off automatic, either the mountain or flower symbol, then click on menu, then move down to iso setting, it will be on auto, just move down and select it. this doesn't work when it's on automatic.
You can also alter the white balance settings this way.
Hope this works for you.
Good luck.
best regards
Vince
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You can also alter the white balance settings this way.
Hope this works for you.
Good luck.
best regards
Vince
vince Harrod (09/20/2007)
Just been messing about with my camera, it does work with the auto setting, i just pressed my menu button and scrolled down and pressed the ok button and could alter it from there.
regards
Vince
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regards
Vince
dpskala (09/20/2007)
Thanks Vince. I did figure out those two after I asked the original question, as well as a couple of others. But what about the shutter speed and aperture?
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vince Harrod (09/21/2007)
Hi again, the only way I can find to alter the shutter speed is to put it into scn mode on the dial where you switch it on. this will give you options for different settings, i.e fireworks; for taking photos of fireworks ,sport:used when subject is moving etc. This is all I can find in that department. Hope it helps a bit.
best regards
Vince
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best regards
Vince
dpskala (09/21/2007)
Thanks Vince. That makes sense -- that the shutter speed and aperture would be set by selecting different scn mode settings. But they still don't display on the LCD. I just tried. Oh well. This is supposed to be an easy-to-use point and shoot camera. I guess most folks don't care about the internals.
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vince Harrod (09/22/2007)
Glad I was a little bit of help.
Cheers for the points? I've no idea what they are for though.
Good luck with your camera. i'm looking to buy another one, I'm getting lens errors on mine now, I can't use my zoom. probably dirt in it.
Not to worry,
Best regards
vince
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Cheers for the points? I've no idea what they are for though.
Good luck with your camera. i'm looking to buy another one, I'm getting lens errors on mine now, I can't use my zoom. probably dirt in it.
Not to worry,
Best regards
vince
dpskala (09/22/2007)
Points were for best answer and for perserverance!
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Hi, I too keep getting lens error messages, all seem to bee 144,1,1,97 and 411,1,1,77 etc, it zooms a little, stops then gives error message. It stil (vince Harrod — 09/17/2007)
It still takes photos , if I use the zoom then it gives an
error message then switches off. Would a spray of wd 40 help?
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error message then switches off. Would a spray of wd 40 help?
by James DeRuvo (09/17/2007)
Vince, Kodak's position on this is that you are dealing with underpowered batteries. While they say that Alkalines can be used, they can also be underpowered and are not recommended. They recommend KAA2HR NiMh or CRV3 Lithium.
However, if this doesn't solve the problem, a service may be recommended. There is also a firmware update available and you can download that at kodak.com ( kodak.com/global/en/service... ).
The update addresses issues pertaining to deleting pictures in review mode, thereby improving that feature.
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However, if this doesn't solve the problem, a service may be recommended. There is also a firmware update available and you can download that at kodak.com ( kodak.com/global/en/service... ).
The update addresses issues pertaining to deleting pictures in review mode, thereby improving that feature.
vince Harrod (09/27/2007)
Thanks for that, I had tried changing the batteries but to no avail.
I noticed scratches on the side of the lens barrel indicating grit or dirt in the camera. A service would cost between £59 - £89 so it wouldn't be worth doing. I may as well put the money towards a new camera. I'll just use this camera till it stops working. It just means I have no zoom facility.
Thanks for the input.
Regards
Vince
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I noticed scratches on the side of the lens barrel indicating grit or dirt in the camera. A service would cost between £59 - £89 so it wouldn't be worth doing. I may as well put the money towards a new camera. I'll just use this camera till it stops working. It just means I have no zoom facility.
Thanks for the input.
Regards
Vince
by James DeRuvo (09/27/2007)
Well, what you could do is try to gently, and I do mean GENTLY push against the lens with the PALM of your hand as you turn it on, it may cause it to depress back into the camera. You may also want to see if a reset helps.
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my lens wont retract and continues to give "lens error 111,0,0,-1" (imushroomu — 09/19/2007)
then proceeds to turn off. any suggestions?
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vince Harrod (09/20/2007)
I'm having a similar problem with my camera, fortunately my camera only goes off if I try to use the zoom. i've noticed a couple of scratches on the lens barrel which suggests dirt or grit in there. I'm presuming that your batteries aren't flat. I would suggest a service but with the cost of that you may be better investing in a new camera,. I myself am going to try some wd 40 on mine which will be kill or cure I would imagine. i'm going to give it a blast with some compressed air ( the type you use to blow out pc's) first though. I am not suggesting you try this, i'm just letting you know what I'm going to try. either it will work or I'll invest in a better camera, but will check the feed back on which ever camera I'm looking to buy first. Probably would have kept away from this camera if I knew about this web site....live and learn eh! Good luck
Vince
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Vince
What is "Liveview?" I don't think I've seen it explained anywhere. (dpskala — 09/21/2007)
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Cari (09/21/2007)
I got this off the kodak website
"The Liveview feature displays a live image on the LCD so you can frame your picture in the LCD instead of the Viewfinder"
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"The Liveview feature displays a live image on the LCD so you can frame your picture in the LCD instead of the Viewfinder"
dpskala (09/21/2007)
Hmm -- I guess I missed that. Thanks.
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I am having a problem with it draining batteries as fast as I can put them in. Does Kokak offer a solution/refund? (question4u — 11/06/2007)
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by James DeRuvo (11/07/2007)
Kodak's standard mantra is that you're not using the recommended batteries ( kodak.com/global/en/service... ) and as such, you'll end up with this issue. You don't have to use Kodak brand, mind you, just the types recommended. Absent that, you could try resetting the camera and seeing if there's a firmware update available to download and install. But other than that, you may need to have it serviced. Was it dropped?
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vince Harrod (11/08/2007)
Hi, I had this problem when I first bought mine. I use rechargeables. I find that duracell last longer, but I have 4 sets of rechargeables. switching the live view setting to off and using the viewfinder instead ( that option is in the menu then go into the set up menu, you'll find liveview, just switch it to off.
I also stopped viewing the photos and showing them around to people when I viewed the photo, thus saving battery life. I have a large memory card so take lots of photos then select which ones I want to keep by using the memory card in the pc slot, rather than plugging the camera into the pc, which also drains the battery.
Hope this helps.
regards
Vince
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I also stopped viewing the photos and showing them around to people when I viewed the photo, thus saving battery life. I have a large memory card so take lots of photos then select which ones I want to keep by using the memory card in the pc slot, rather than plugging the camera into the pc, which also drains the battery.
Hope this helps.
regards
Vince
by James DeRuvo (11/08/2007)
All very good suggestions, Vince.
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vince Harrod (11/09/2007)
Glad to be of assistance.
Regards
vince
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Regards
vince
What is the best setting to use if all you want to print is good quality 4x6 prints (goodee374 — 12/13/2007)
I have been using the 6.1mp setting and when I try to print, I get the message that my resolution is too low (71x96)
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vince Harrod (12/13/2007)
The 6.1 pixels is the highest resolution you can get, so you wouldn't want to set it any lower. the problem is more likely to be your printer setting, i'd try adjusting some of those settings. Sorry that's the best I can offer. You can always take your memory card into a shop such as asda or boots and get them printed out there, I find that it is relatively cheap, when you compare ink prices.
Sorry that's the best I can think of.
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Sorry that's the best I can think of.
by James DeRuvo (12/19/2007)
I agree, vince. When you the cost of ink, photo paper, and wear and tear on the printer, the advantage of printing at home isn't all that great. and years from now, you may be reprinting those very same pictures. That's why I don't print long lasting prints at home anymore, I go to a photo kiosk.
Now, onto the issue. What printer are you using? We can help if we know what printer we're troubleshooting.
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Now, onto the issue. What printer are you using? We can help if we know what printer we're troubleshooting.
vince Harrod (12/20/2007)
I myself will be buying a digital photoframe when they come down in price, that way I will be able to put the photos on a memory card and they will just cycle through.
Wishing you all A MERRY XMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR
Vince
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Wishing you all A MERRY XMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR
Vince
by James DeRuvo (12/20/2007)
Great idea, Vince. I have one that I can update wirelessly and it's even though you need to use power to see the pictures, digital picture frames are a fabulous gadget to enjoy. I found a great breakdown for them here ( coolest-gadgets.com/2007100... ).
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goodee374 (12/21/2007)
The resolution is so low that I can't even get it to the printer. Any suggestions?
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by James DeRuvo (12/21/2007)
"My pictures are not the quality I expected. What can I do?"
1. Press the Menu button.
2. Select Picture Quality, and then press the OK button.
3. Select the Picture Quality setting you want to use, and then press the OK button.
4. Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
NOTE: The setting remains until you change it.
If you give us the printer make/model, we can perhaps also help you troubleshoot it from that end.
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1. Press the Menu button.
2. Select Picture Quality, and then press the OK button.
3. Select the Picture Quality setting you want to use, and then press the OK button.
4. Press the Menu button to exit the menu.
NOTE: The setting remains until you change it.
If you give us the printer make/model, we can perhaps also help you troubleshoot it from that end.
Black screen on power up (cdtebob — 12/26/2007)
This happens intermittently on the same battery.
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Larry (12/26/2007)
Intermittent problems are some of the toughest to make sense of. If it doesn't happen so often as to be obnoxious, I would consider living with it. Otherwise, it needs a camera technician to check it out. Larry
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vince Harrod (12/27/2007)
Im presuming that live view in the setup menu is switched to on. Does the screen option button below the delete button work? i hardly ever use live view so the batteries last longer. does the review button work so you can see the photos you have taken?
Could it be down to the batteries? i use rechargeables or duracell, I find other batteries don't last as long.
Decent batteries are a must, and switch the live view off to extend battery life. Also I found that reviewing the photos all the time really reduces battery life, so try not to do it, Use a card reader to transfer your photos to your pc, if you use your camera to transfer them this drains the battery.
As the cost of using a kodak technician is around £65 - £85 plus parts your better off living with the problem or buying a new camera. Live view aint all that anyway, just get a bigger memory card and take lots more pictures, this will assure you get a really good one of the subject. Sorry couldn't be more help,
Wishing you happy new year
Regards
vince
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Could it be down to the batteries? i use rechargeables or duracell, I find other batteries don't last as long.
Decent batteries are a must, and switch the live view off to extend battery life. Also I found that reviewing the photos all the time really reduces battery life, so try not to do it, Use a card reader to transfer your photos to your pc, if you use your camera to transfer them this drains the battery.
As the cost of using a kodak technician is around £65 - £85 plus parts your better off living with the problem or buying a new camera. Live view aint all that anyway, just get a bigger memory card and take lots more pictures, this will assure you get a really good one of the subject. Sorry couldn't be more help,
Wishing you happy new year
Regards
vince
cdtebob (12/27/2007)
Vince
Thanks for the troubleshooting suggestions. Since the camera is under warranty, I'll send it back for repair.
Happy New Year
Bob
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Thanks for the troubleshooting suggestions. Since the camera is under warranty, I'll send it back for repair.
Happy New Year
Bob
vince Harrod (12/27/2007)
Glad to be of assistance ...even minimally.
Happy new year
regards
ince
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Happy new year
regards
ince
blurry pictures (wildcatf21 — 12/27/2007)
when it take pictures now the color is wrong. there is usually an extra blue or green tinge and the picture is blurry.
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Andrew Skinner (12/27/2007)
Linda,
You might have an exposure compensation issue. You can play with it by following the instructions here ( kodak.com/global/en/service... ). That might fix some of your color issues.
As for your blurry photo issues, what type of light are you taking the photos in? If it is low light without a flash (even just inside), this camera isn't the best for that type of setting. You need the flash on to reduce the blurs because your shutter won't be open as long. I hope this helps, good luck.
Andrew
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You might have an exposure compensation issue. You can play with it by following the instructions here ( kodak.com/global/en/service... ). That might fix some of your color issues.
As for your blurry photo issues, what type of light are you taking the photos in? If it is low light without a flash (even just inside), this camera isn't the best for that type of setting. You need the flash on to reduce the blurs because your shutter won't be open as long. I hope this helps, good luck.
Andrew
t00nz (12/28/2007)
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do u hit it while its on? (rayixiray — 01/16/2008)
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vince Harrod (01/17/2008)
The concensus seems to be when it's off, I have tried both but neither worked for my camera, I just put up with no zoom, aint worth the cost of repairing it.
i'm saving up for a better camera but you can be sure I am going to check out the web before I part with any cash in the future.
Happy new year
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i'm saving up for a better camera but you can be sure I am going to check out the web before I part with any cash in the future.
Happy new year
My Kodak Easyshare C643 screen is broken. (inawesomewonder — 01/20/2008)
When I turn it on it is frozen in a striped, choppy picture, like a usual broken digital screen. It does turn on and off; it doesn't take pictures, yet it does charge in the charger. How could I fix this? Plese help. Will/Can it it be fixed?
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vince Harrod (01/21/2008)
Not to dampen your new year or anything but this sounds rather serious, Has it been wet at all?
Have you tried removing the memory card and used the internal memory? it would be nice if it was still under warrenty but i would think it's run out by now. You could send it to the kodak technicians but this will cost between £60 and £80 and the price of parts on top, which is about how much they cost new now.
sorry I can't be of any more assistance, even if you claimed on your household insurance the excess would
probably be nearly as much as the repair.
Sorry i couldn't be of more help.
regards
vince
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Have you tried removing the memory card and used the internal memory? it would be nice if it was still under warrenty but i would think it's run out by now. You could send it to the kodak technicians but this will cost between £60 and £80 and the price of parts on top, which is about how much they cost new now.
sorry I can't be of any more assistance, even if you claimed on your household insurance the excess would
probably be nearly as much as the repair.
Sorry i couldn't be of more help.
regards
vince
dropped my c643 camera and now the lens wont retract and it wont stay on long enough to reset it (connie66 — 02/04/2008)
dropped my camera and now lens wont retract. keeps coming up lens error 126.....and shuts off before i can do anything
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by James DeRuvo (02/04/2008)
Well, what's happened is that the lens has gone out of alignment off the rails slightly. As such The lens gets stuck in the extended position, and refuses to move either to focus the lens or to retract when powered off.
If your camera is still under warranty, the best thing you can do have Kodak should fix it.
If your camera is out of warranty, or if Kodak refuses to repair it for free due to impact damage, then the one thing you can try is to If you gently, and I do mean GENTLY push against the lens with the PALM of your hand as you turn it on, it may cause it to depress back into the camera. If that doesn't work, and you can't reset it or turn it on/off several times, then you may have to send it in for a repair estimate anyway.
But understand that the average cost of a camera repair is around $180. As such, it may cost more to repair than it is really worth. The rule of thumb is that if the estimate for repair is north of 50% what you paid for it, you're better off taking that money and buying a newer and upgraded model.
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If your camera is still under warranty, the best thing you can do have Kodak should fix it.
If your camera is out of warranty, or if Kodak refuses to repair it for free due to impact damage, then the one thing you can try is to If you gently, and I do mean GENTLY push against the lens with the PALM of your hand as you turn it on, it may cause it to depress back into the camera. If that doesn't work, and you can't reset it or turn it on/off several times, then you may have to send it in for a repair estimate anyway.
But understand that the average cost of a camera repair is around $180. As such, it may cost more to repair than it is really worth. The rule of thumb is that if the estimate for repair is north of 50% what you paid for it, you're better off taking that money and buying a newer and upgraded model.
it wont open even u put batteries and after a while it heats up??? (jsimons19 — 04/01/2008)
do u need to take out all the time the batteries after usage?
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Larry (04/01/2008)
Some digital cameras have been shown to drain the batteries even when turned to the off position. I don't know if this particular model suffers from that problem. You might look at the battery door spring which is reportedly too long on some cameras and touches the end of the battery causing a short circuit and possible fire hazard. Your description certainly suggests something along those lines.
Obviously, it is critical to place the battery in the correct direction to avoid gross short circuits.
One camera incident I am aware of was caused by a paper clip which accidently fell into the battery compartment unnoticed. When the batteries were placed and the door closed it started heating up and smoking but was stopped short of a fire by the owner quickly removing the batteries which had melted the paper clip into the plastic camera case but otherwise did no damage. The camera continued to work fine.
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Obviously, it is critical to place the battery in the correct direction to avoid gross short circuits.
One camera incident I am aware of was caused by a paper clip which accidently fell into the battery compartment unnoticed. When the batteries were placed and the door closed it started heating up and smoking but was stopped short of a fire by the owner quickly removing the batteries which had melted the paper clip into the plastic camera case but otherwise did no damage. The camera continued to work fine.
by James DeRuvo (04/01/2008)
Kodak is a very finicky company and recommends only certain battery types. Kodak warns that not following the recommended battery types could cause your camera to fail or lose performance. Naturally, they want you to buy Kodak brand, but at least this is what you want to be looking for:
Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries (AA Size): These Ni-MH AA batteries last up to twice as long as alkaline batteries when used in your Digital Camera - and you can recharge them up to 1000 times in our rapid charger.
Oxy-Alkaline Digital Camera Battery (AA Size).
CRV3 Lithium Batteries: A non-rechargeable battery designed specifically for today's feature-rich cameras. This battery is the obvious choice for speed performance, and long life. It delivers faster flash recycle times and lasts up to 10% longer than our previous design!
Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Pack: Provides exceptional capacity with its 2.5 hour fast charge cycle time; can be recharged up to 1000 times in the EasyShare Camera Dock or EasyShare Rapid Charger,
These are the batteries that the camera is designed to use and using other types - like alkalines, can often cause the lens error to occur. If that doesn't work, then the camera indeed does need repair.
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Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries (AA Size): These Ni-MH AA batteries last up to twice as long as alkaline batteries when used in your Digital Camera - and you can recharge them up to 1000 times in our rapid charger.
Oxy-Alkaline Digital Camera Battery (AA Size).
CRV3 Lithium Batteries: A non-rechargeable battery designed specifically for today's feature-rich cameras. This battery is the obvious choice for speed performance, and long life. It delivers faster flash recycle times and lasts up to 10% longer than our previous design!
Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Pack: Provides exceptional capacity with its 2.5 hour fast charge cycle time; can be recharged up to 1000 times in the EasyShare Camera Dock or EasyShare Rapid Charger,
These are the batteries that the camera is designed to use and using other types - like alkalines, can often cause the lens error to occur. If that doesn't work, then the camera indeed does need repair.
jsimons19 (04/01/2008)
thanks guys for the answer.. after ur inputs i examine again my camera and saw sumting in the batt compartment area. its like a foam and i think that caused it to heats up and short circuit. well i think i have to bring it to a service center nearby though kodak services is costly :(
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by James DeRuvo (04/02/2008)
If it's too pricey, you might want to try these guys - darntoothysam.com/servlet/S...
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The Kodak c643's lens cap wont open when i turn on the camera. Everything else seems fine. HELP! (Thomastasa — 05/15/2008)
The camera's auto-open-the-lens-thingy suddenly stopped working a few days ago. Everything else is working fine: camera zooms, the LCD screen works, but shows black because of the lens cap being shut, menus work, etc. The lens cap opens manually if i use my fingernail to move it, but it just stays shut when turn it on. Any suggestions on how i can fix it without taking it to a shop? Thanks :)
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by James DeRuvo (05/16/2008)
You may want to try some canned air to blow out any dust or dirt which may be gumming up the works. Since you can manually move it into position, it may also be that the spring that controls it has come off. However, with the relative age of the camera and assuming your warranty has expired, you may just have to live with it. BThe average cost of a camera repair is around $180. As such, it may cost more to repair than it is really worth. The rule of thumb is that if the estimate for repair is north of 50% what you paid for it, you're better off taking that money and buying a newer and upgraded model.
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Omg i just broke my Kodak EasyShare C643! i need help. All it keeps saying is:Lens error 115,0,0, 2610 and then turns off, what do i do>????? (anonymous — 06/03/2008)
Alright, i was at the beach with my friends, my camera was working fine, until i got ot my friends house. The camera turned off because the batteries were dead, without closing the lens. I put new batteries in, and still it did nothing. I panicked and then i pushed the lens back in. I know that was a stupid thing to do, and then i put the new batteries in and now all it says is Lens error 115,0,0, 2610 and then it turns off!!!!! what is going on??? someone please help me. Is this is the warrenty? can it be fixed, or do i need a whole new camera??
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vince Harrod (06/03/2008)
Hi,
i too had lens error message and it turns off, but only when i zoom. In your case I would advise decent batteries like Duracell. If this doesn't work and If it is still under guarantee then I would recommend you try that, I don't think I would mention the beach though,nor pushing the lens back, knowing Kodak they will use this as a get out clause. If they won't repair it under guarantee and want to charge you then it would probably be better putting the money to a non Kodak camera. Sorry i don't have any better advise .
good luck,
best regards
vince
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i too had lens error message and it turns off, but only when i zoom. In your case I would advise decent batteries like Duracell. If this doesn't work and If it is still under guarantee then I would recommend you try that, I don't think I would mention the beach though,nor pushing the lens back, knowing Kodak they will use this as a get out clause. If they won't repair it under guarantee and want to charge you then it would probably be better putting the money to a non Kodak camera. Sorry i don't have any better advise .
good luck,
best regards
vince
marissa (06/13/2008)
me to i had my moms camera in my purse and my friend threw my purse it made a loud noise and i new it was the camera now when i go to turn it on it say lens error and turns off i dont know what to do my moms going to be so upset.
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tia (07/12/2008)
the same thing happened to me as the original poster does anyone know how long Kodak's warranty is?,i might just give up and buy a new non kodak camera this is like the third kodak ive gone threw.
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The last 25 pictures I took on my camera deleted (ckurtz810 — 07/11/2008)
I went to go use my camera and when I went to reveiw my pictures, the last 25 pictures deleted. Does any body know why or how I can get them back? These pictures were once in a life time and now I can't get them back. I have no idea why it did that. And it was just the last 25-30 pictures that deleted and all the rest are there. Please help
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Brenda Paro (07/11/2008)
Hi Christina,
First of all, are you using a memory card? If you haven't already, I recommend trying to download the photos (using a card reader would be best); it's possible they are there but for some reason they aren't showing up when you review things on the camera. Just as an example, they might have formed a separate folder for some reason, which you would see if you downloaded the photos to a computer.
Second of all, check to make sure they're not in your camera's internal memory. To do this take out the memory card and then turn the camera on and hit the button to review photos. If they're in the camera memory they will show up at this point.
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First of all, are you using a memory card? If you haven't already, I recommend trying to download the photos (using a card reader would be best); it's possible they are there but for some reason they aren't showing up when you review things on the camera. Just as an example, they might have formed a separate folder for some reason, which you would see if you downloaded the photos to a computer.
Second of all, check to make sure they're not in your camera's internal memory. To do this take out the memory card and then turn the camera on and hit the button to review photos. If they're in the camera memory they will show up at this point.
ckurtz810 (07/11/2008)
Hi Brenda,
I do have a memory card in my camera. I have over 500 pictures on it. It's just so weird that the last 25- 30 pictures I took are gone. I checked my internal memory and there not on there. I also downloaded on to my computer and they didn't show up there. Anything else you could think of? Thanks so much!
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I do have a memory card in my camera. I have over 500 pictures on it. It's just so weird that the last 25- 30 pictures I took are gone. I checked my internal memory and there not on there. I also downloaded on to my computer and they didn't show up there. Anything else you could think of? Thanks so much!
Brenda Paro (07/11/2008)
Hmm. Is it possible that your card was full during those last photos? Probably not, because it would have given you an indicator each time you shot that it wasn't saving, I'm assuming. Aside from that I'm really not sure, except maybe the memory wasn't functioning properly/ wasn't inserted properly... again, things that should have given you some form of indicator.
The only thing I can think of would be to delete the ones you can see and perhaps those others will come out of hiding - maybe they've scrolled off or overlapped into a new folder or something that you can't currently see. The problem is that deleting the ones you can see would have to be done manually, since 'delete all' or reformatting would also erase the invisible ones, if they are indeed there in any form.
Frankly, I'm kind of baffled; other than some kind of card error I don't know why they wouldn't have saved, and I'm almost sure you would have received a form of warning message if you were shooting but not saving to anything!
Not very helpful, I know.
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The only thing I can think of would be to delete the ones you can see and perhaps those others will come out of hiding - maybe they've scrolled off or overlapped into a new folder or something that you can't currently see. The problem is that deleting the ones you can see would have to be done manually, since 'delete all' or reformatting would also erase the invisible ones, if they are indeed there in any form.
Frankly, I'm kind of baffled; other than some kind of card error I don't know why they wouldn't have saved, and I'm almost sure you would have received a form of warning message if you were shooting but not saving to anything!
Not very helpful, I know.
My camera is a c633,lense error and wont open, do other Kodak EasyShare cameras fit on to photo printer?? (Gramma — 07/20/2008)
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Brenda Paro (07/21/2008)
Hi Judy,
We get lots of questions about this! Here's a thread about the same problem, more or less, with lots of ideas that might help you:
digitalcamera-hq.com/digita...
And yes, I believe all the Easyshares are designed to work with the Kodak printers. Hope that helps!
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We get lots of questions about this! Here's a thread about the same problem, more or less, with lots of ideas that might help you:
digitalcamera-hq.com/digita...
And yes, I believe all the Easyshares are designed to work with the Kodak printers. Hope that helps!
Brenda Paro (07/21/2008)
Having checked that thread, it looks like you've already tried the advice over there! At this point I'd say 1. keep trying; unfortunately there isn't much to do as typically repair is just as expensive as replacement, although you can certainly look into it depending on the age of your camera. I'm sorry I don't have better news!
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vince Harrod (07/21/2008)
Well my camera has become very unpredictable, the display works when it wants to, the camera sometimes just won't switch on. I was at a 40th, my camera decided not to switch on, luckily I bumped into a friend and she let me borrow her camera, the display on her camera didn't work, just showed lines so it was a case of guess and shoot, and you guessed it ...it was a kodak too, an updated version of mine
I'm going to buy a new camera and you can be sure I WILL NEVER BUY KODAK AGAIN....so I would advise if you have a kodak camera then save your pennies for the day the camera knackers up, in my experience start saving soon because you won't have very long to wait, just enough time for it to have run out off warranty.
Happy shooting
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I'm going to buy a new camera and you can be sure I WILL NEVER BUY KODAK AGAIN....so I would advise if you have a kodak camera then save your pennies for the day the camera knackers up, in my experience start saving soon because you won't have very long to wait, just enough time for it to have run out off warranty.
Happy shooting
Kodak easy share CD33 (timrich48 — 08/22/2008)
will not function, shows lens error,will not zoom,in or out,screen goes black,shuts down
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by James DeRuvo (08/25/2008)
What batters are you using? Often with Kodak cameras, using underpowered batteries will cause lens errors. I recently chatted with a kodak specialist about this issue and he recommends changing your batteries to NiMh chargeable batteries. These are the batteries that the camera is designed to use and using other types - like alkalines, can often cause the lens error to occur.
Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries (AA Size): These Ni-MH AA batteries last up to twice as long as alkaline batteries when used in your Digital Camera - and you can recharge them up to 1000 times in our rapid charger.
Oxy-Alkaline Digital Camera Battery (AA Size).
CRV3 Lithium Batteries: A non-rechargeable battery designed specifically for today's feature-rich cameras.
Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Pack: Provides capacity with its 2.5 hour fast charge cycle time; can be recharged up to 1000 times in the EasyShare Camera Dock or EasyShare Rapid Charger.
If that doesn't work, then the camera indeed does need repair.
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Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries (AA Size): These Ni-MH AA batteries last up to twice as long as alkaline batteries when used in your Digital Camera - and you can recharge them up to 1000 times in our rapid charger.
Oxy-Alkaline Digital Camera Battery (AA Size).
CRV3 Lithium Batteries: A non-rechargeable battery designed specifically for today's feature-rich cameras.
Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Pack: Provides capacity with its 2.5 hour fast charge cycle time; can be recharged up to 1000 times in the EasyShare Camera Dock or EasyShare Rapid Charger.
If that doesn't work, then the camera indeed does need repair.
Hi, my LED has several lines goingf thru it and now the pictures do not go to the card, it acts like it is working, but the pictures are not saved on (billndebb — 09/11/2008)
I haven't used this camera enough to say it is time to throw away and buy a new, I did buy a new card, but that didn't help, let me know if this is a simple fix or if Kodak will stand behind this, Bill
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Aditya D (09/14/2008)
It sounds like you may have dropped the camera or damaged it in some way. First, it sounds like the screen could be broken because of the lines going through the LCD. It's also possible that at the same time the connection between the camera processor and card isn't working properly, or just the processor isn't working properly, so the pictures aren't saved, which could also result in lines on the LCD. Finally, its possible that the CCD in the camera is broken, which causes both lines on the LCD, but usually a picture still shows up on the card. With basically any of these problems, plus several more, it will cost about $150-300 to get the camera fixed, which is basically the cost of a brand new camera, so I would recommend getting another.
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My Kodak Easyshare CD33 does not display an image when camera is turned on (SallyKakus — 12/09/2008)
worked fine when I last used it. No falls, bangs, I am very careful with my camera. It displays the menu and those functions but an image will not display. The screen brightens a little when the lens is pointed to light but no image. I can review the pictures I took before this attempt to take more.
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camera? (12/15/2008)
It sounds like a fatal malfunction. You should contact Kodak customer service directly.
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by James DeRuvo (12/15/2008)
First thing I would do is reset the camera. This is a fairly easy procedure which involves either going into your setup menu and choosing "reset" (or intialize), holding down the menu key for 5 seconds, or, removing the batteries for a few minutes. It may be that the firmware loading got corrupted and the camera just needs to be "rebooted," which is something that turning it on/off won't accomplish. But after which, you should have the camera reset to factory default settings.
Another tip is to go to Kodak's website and look for firmware updates. Download and install them.
But a key issue may be your power supply. Kodak is very finicky on batteries. I recently chatted with a kodak specialist about this issue and he recommends changing your batteries to NiMh rechargeable batteries. These are the batteries that the camera is designed to use and using other types - like alkalines, can often cause the lens error to occur. If that doesn't work, then the camera indeed does need repair.
Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries (AA Size): These Ni-MH AA batteries last up to twice as long as alkaline batteries when used in your Digital Camera - and you can recharge them up to 1000 times in our rapid charger.
Oxy-Alkaline Digital Camera Battery (AA Size).
CRV3 Lithium Batteries: A non-rechargeable battery designed specifically for today's feature-rich cameras. This battery is the obvious choice for speed performance, and long life. It delivers faster flash recycle times and lasts up to 10% longer than our previous design!
Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Pack: Provides exceptional capacity with its 2.5 hour fast charge cycle time; can be recharged up to 1000 times in the EasyShare Camera Dock or EasyShare Rapid Charger.
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Another tip is to go to Kodak's website and look for firmware updates. Download and install them.
But a key issue may be your power supply. Kodak is very finicky on batteries. I recently chatted with a kodak specialist about this issue and he recommends changing your batteries to NiMh rechargeable batteries. These are the batteries that the camera is designed to use and using other types - like alkalines, can often cause the lens error to occur. If that doesn't work, then the camera indeed does need repair.
Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries (AA Size): These Ni-MH AA batteries last up to twice as long as alkaline batteries when used in your Digital Camera - and you can recharge them up to 1000 times in our rapid charger.
Oxy-Alkaline Digital Camera Battery (AA Size).
CRV3 Lithium Batteries: A non-rechargeable battery designed specifically for today's feature-rich cameras. This battery is the obvious choice for speed performance, and long life. It delivers faster flash recycle times and lasts up to 10% longer than our previous design!
Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Pack: Provides exceptional capacity with its 2.5 hour fast charge cycle time; can be recharged up to 1000 times in the EasyShare Camera Dock or EasyShare Rapid Charger.
SallyKakus (12/23/2008)
Thanks but in trying to fix the problem, I have no reset or intialize in the cameras setup. But, let me clarify myself, my camera is actually an EasyShare CW330. The manual that came with it says it is a CD33. I suppose I have had my head stuck in that manual too long. That may make a big difference. I have only had this camera for about a month and a half. As to the warranty, Kodak will not help me if I don't have a receipt! It was a gift and the receipt is gone. Price of repair would buy me a new camera. I just have to be sure it will be compatable with my dock and printer. Any suggestions on that one. Again, thanks.
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by James DeRuvo (12/24/2008)
* Turn the camera off.
* Remove memory card from the camera.
* Remove the battery and wipe the contacts with a clean, dry cloth (Extending battery life). (this should also reset the camera)
* Insert a new or charged battery (Loading the batteries).
* Turn on the camera.
* If all else fails, get customer support help (Telephone customer support).
And since you've already talked to support, it looks like you may be shopping for a new camera.
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* Remove memory card from the camera.
* Remove the battery and wipe the contacts with a clean, dry cloth (Extending battery life). (this should also reset the camera)
* Insert a new or charged battery (Loading the batteries).
* Turn on the camera.
* If all else fails, get customer support help (Telephone customer support).
And since you've already talked to support, it looks like you may be shopping for a new camera.
SallyKakus (12/27/2008)
Thanks James. Will clean the contacts but just don't know about this camera. I guess I am just disappointed in Kodak. Hey, anyway, have a Happy and prosperous New Year! If you no longer hear from me about this camera, in the trash it went...
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by James DeRuvo (12/29/2008)
Well don't do that. Sell it on ebay, donate it, do anything but toss it. There's hazardous materials in there. ;)
HNY2009.
JD
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HNY2009.
JD
SallyKakus (01/02/2009)
Thanks for that information. I did not realize that. I was not going to dispose of the batteries that way but I did not realize the camera has other hazardous materials in it. So much that I know about a camera. Only how to point and shoot...
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I have a Kodak C875, lens won't retract. Jammed. (GGinFC — 12/15/2008)
Kodak C875 with lens extended was dropped. Now the lens won't retract. When I turn it off and on, it starts to make this horrible clicking noise before it gives up and shshuts off. I suspect it is jammed in such a way that if I disassemble and reassemble, it would work again, but I'm not sure what I'm doing. Any ideas?
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by James DeRuvo (12/16/2008)
I wouldn't mess with trying to take it a part. If you have any warranty left, it'll void that. I'd try cycling the camera on/off several times to see if you can get the lens to work it's way back onto the rails (this is a fairly common problem with compact cameras). But don't force anything. It's way too easy to strip the gears on a camera like this.
Chances are, if you can't cycle the lens back into place, that you'll need to repair it. But understand that without warranty coverage the average cost of a camera repair is around $180. As such, it may cost more to repair than it is really worth. The rule of thumb is that if the estimate for repair is north of 50% what you paid for it, you're better off taking that money and buying a newer and upgraded model.
Go ahead and send it for an estimate. Can't hurt.
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Chances are, if you can't cycle the lens back into place, that you'll need to repair it. But understand that without warranty coverage the average cost of a camera repair is around $180. As such, it may cost more to repair than it is really worth. The rule of thumb is that if the estimate for repair is north of 50% what you paid for it, you're better off taking that money and buying a newer and upgraded model.
Go ahead and send it for an estimate. Can't hurt.
Brenda Paro (12/22/2008)
James is 100% right. I just wanted to add that, based on the age of the camera, if you DO decide it's not worth repairing, some people have had luck fooling around with stuck lenses and getting them to work. Myself included!
A very similar thread with various people's responses/ solutions/ results is here:
digitalcamera-hq.com/digita...
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A very similar thread with various people's responses/ solutions/ results is here:
digitalcamera-hq.com/digita...
my kodak camera has... lense error 126,10-6 (hcarroll95 — 03/08/2009)
hello
my kodak easyshare C613 has a crack on the lense and it is not shut . when i turn it on it says it has lense error 126,10-6. this happened when my daughter dropped it .
would anyone be able to help?
many thanks
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my kodak easyshare C613 has a crack on the lense and it is not shut . when i turn it on it says it has lense error 126,10-6. this happened when my daughter dropped it .
would anyone be able to help?
many thanks
by James DeRuvo (03/10/2009)
Well, it looks like she dropped it good and proper, jamming the lens and cracking it. The lens is stuck in the extended position, and refuses to move either to focus the lens or to retract when powered off. If your camera was still under warranty, the best thing you could do was have Canon fix it. But sadly, with it's relative age, it's obviously out of the warranty period and even then - with the impact damage it wouldn't probably be covered anyway.
You should still probably send it in for a repair estimate anyway. At least you'd know how much it would cost to fix. But understand that without warranty coverage the average cost of a camera repair is around $180. As such, it may cost more to repair than it is really worth. The rule of thumb is that if the estimate for repair is north of 50% what you paid for it, you're better off taking that money and buying a newer and upgraded model.
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You should still probably send it in for a repair estimate anyway. At least you'd know how much it would cost to fix. But understand that without warranty coverage the average cost of a camera repair is around $180. As such, it may cost more to repair than it is really worth. The rule of thumb is that if the estimate for repair is north of 50% what you paid for it, you're better off taking that money and buying a newer and upgraded model.
What problems do you have with the Kodak M853? (hthrmj2613 — 03/11/2009)
when reviewing there are a bunch of different colored lines through the picture
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by James DeRuvo (03/11/2009)
Colored lines through the picture could indicate a faulty CCD chip. I'd see if there is a firmware update available, download and install it. Try a different memory card as a corrupted card could cause image problems. BUt in the end, you may need to send it in for repair.
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how do you pull in item and keep it? (b-ball56 — 05/28/2009)
We can pull up a close up but do not know how to keep it in that format.
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by James DeRuvo (05/28/2009)
Are you talking macro settings? Not sure what you mean by "pulling an item."
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LCD stays on when camera is off. (clumzyfly — 01/01/2010)
I bought a replacement LCD. Everything works fine, except the screen stays on a black screen when the camera is hut off. Any ideas?
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Brenda Paro (01/30/2010)
That is very strange. If I remember correctly all the Kodaks really have are two ribbon connectors, right? The only thing I can think of is that maybe you didn't quite push them into place all the way? Sometimes it is kind of difficult to make sure they're solidly clicked in. I can't think of anything else that would keep power running to the lcd area.
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jd (01/20/2010)
is not supported in windows 2000 any flavor
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by James DeRuvo (01/30/2010)
I'd say it's time to update your computer. But rather than deal with finicky camera drivers, just get a USB card reader. From there, it's a simple drag and drop.
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HOW (HALIE — 01/29/2010)
WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOUR CAMERA SAY LENS ERROR 126,1,0,-9
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by James DeRuvo (02/04/2010)
Usually means a battery error. Use more powerful batteries and clean your contacts.
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President of this household and Caregiver for my husband (Norma Jean Bingaman — 04/18/2010)
Okay My lens won't come out so I can take pictures what the blue blazes is wrong?
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by James DeRuvo (04/21/2010)
Try cycling the camera on/off several times to see if it works it's way out as it may be out of alignment. However, it may also be a power issue due to using inadequate batteries. Digital cameras need much more juice than regular AAs can give. So make sure you stick to batteries with at least 2500 mAh, and stick with Kodak's recommendations for type.
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Installation (Ana Gomes — 05/06/2010)
My PC needed replacing and all programs had to be reinstalled. I can't find the installation disk for my Kodak C643. How can I download it from the internet?
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by James DeRuvo (05/07/2010)
You bet - kodak.com/global/mul/servic...
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i would like to put any video on disc...
Message was edited by: jbartie
Not sure what the smart thingy on the tv does. And what's a CSR -- do you mean a really good camera?
So I think you want a good, easy to use point-and-shoot camera with "movie mode with sound". Maybe the Kodak C643? digitalcamera-hq.com/digita...