My camera was normal when I first bought it but as of recently when I take pictures the film comes out with a little black dash w/ white on every pic?
630845
Don't open the cartridge at all when there is still film left. it will create white marks on your film. It also could be because you dropped your camera, expose to water/steam.
1882947
I've never had that problem although I do know that you really need to hold the button down until you hear the shutter click almost an old-fashioned film camera or the picture won't take. Hope you find a solution to your problem!
718691
Thank you very much for your response. I was beginning to think I was the only one with this problem. Your explanation is probably correct. I have had two other digital cameras and neither had this problem. I doubt if much can be done about it...
1910639
It never does for me, I am very happy with it. It is a nice little camera for the price. There might be something wrong with your camera. Perhaps they can send you replacement. Amazon is good doing so. I hope it helped
1447211
Probably, mine don't do that. Or could be a defective camera or Cable.I did use a different cable in my install. Mine work perfect.
2015117
This is not normal. I've had no problems or complaints with this incredible camera. Return it. But get another one.
1295994
make sure to read the film loading directions carefully, film has to be loaded when camera is on. If camera still doesn't work try maybe taking it in to a camera store and seeing if they can help you. If that doesn't work I would send it back. I just bougt this camera and I am not having this issue, so once you eliminate user error you may have received a glitchy one.
261587
I returned one of these camera because of a similar problem. I noticed a white flickering dot during playback. I observed while filming and the dot was present on the LCD screen. I got a second one and the dot wasnt there at first. It came back on the second camera but in a different place. I'm baffled and wish i could find more info on this issue. If anyone has more info on this, let me know!
1504924
It is dust. I have had two cameras do this... same model. If you carry the camera in your pocket dust eventually gets inside. If it is under warranty send it back. Otjerwise buy a new camera. Not a Canon.
1445653
I'm thinking it might be related to the dark corner issue. I noticed more than one reviewer complained about this and there are photos posted up in the customer photo section illustrating this issue. I was going to purchase this camera myself until I saw this potential problem. For example:
1024305
I would suggest getting a tape cleaner and try that first. Other things to look at is your firewire/i.Link cable (though it is digital and the loss of quality at that point is unlikely). If you do not see the "clean heads" warning, and still getting poor quality I would take it to a reputable camera shop.
142358
Hi,I don't have advice- but have the same problem! I'm frustrated that I purchased this camera and now can probably not return it!!! Good luck!! let me know if you find any tricks to get better pictures.
381677
If you encountered this issue only under dark environment, when high ISO is applied to picture, the camera need to be fine tune it's dark noise. it is either need a parts replacement or re-calibrate dark level.If you were taking this purple color under day light, take a look if this picture is a flash picture. For some case, the color balance under day light with flash is difficult so that the Image Processor does not do a precise judgement. Turn off flash under day light will fix it.
1842833
I'm sorry but I've never experienced this problem with my camera. Try contacting the manufacturer pentax.
1885828
No I would say that is not normal at all. It does have a lot of plastic parts but overall this is a nice camera. I think you should return it and get a replacement or money back.
878891
Maybe the lens is dirty. Take it to a camera shop and have them clean it! Also, try switching to a different brand of disks.
628941
Although I've read about it, I've never had the problem with my camera. There is a firmware update from Kodak to solve the problem. This is the link: http://support.en.kodak.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/17507/kw/m580/selected/true