Turning on the camera with a lens cap in place does not cause any problems. It's similar to using a camera in a very dark room.
How do you get a stuck lens cap off?
Squeeze your fingers toward each other, which will retract the devices which grab the threads, and the lens cap will just pull off in a forward direction. Older lens caps may have two buttons that protrude from the side of the cap rather than being mounted on the front of the cap. Again, just squeeze them.
Why is my camera lens stuck?
Usually a stuck lens is caused by dirt getting into the gap between the lens barrel sections. Usually, a middle section rotates as the lens extends, and you can try gently “helping” it. If the lens won't extend at all, try shaking it out by knocking the front of the camera against your cupped hand as you turn it on.
How do you unstick camera shutter?
Take a picture. Open the battery door during the exposure and then close it right up. The momentarily power interruption during exposure time might be able to jog your shutter open. Repeat until your shutter un-jams.
How do you fix a jammed Sony lens?
Go to Product Repair....If this occurs, turn the power of the camera off and then back on again.
Why does my camera says turn the power off and on again?
The error message Turn power off then on or Turn the power off and on again appears on the screen if the camera detects a malfunction, such as when forcing the lens or if a foreign object is trapped in the lens mechanism.
How do I reset my Canon lens error?
The list includes:
Why won't my Sony Cybershot turn on?
Check the connections. Unplug the camera from the power supply and then reconnect it. If the power supply is coming from a computer, make sure that it's turned on and not in Sleep, Standby, or Hibernate mode. If the power supply is a USB charger, ensure that it's the correct model for the product.
The RESET [FIG. 1] button on the Cyber-shot® camera is located by the battery compartment, under the battery and Memory Stick® media cover.
Why is my digital camera not working?
Non-functioning camera No power can mean a faulty battery, a battery without power, a faulty charger, or dirty contacts. Try replacing the battery with a known good battery. Some cameras allow you to use regular “AA” batteries. Put in a fresh set of alkaline batteries to see if they power the camera.
How do I reset my Sony Cybershot?
Insert a pointed object, such as the tip of a ballpoint pen or a paperclip, into the Reset button hole. Press and hold the button for three seconds, and then release it to reset the camera.
All you need to do is hold down the power button for about 12 seconds when the power is off, and wait for it to reboot before releasing the power button.
How do I reset my camera to factory settings?
Steps to reset or initialize the camera
How do I fix my Sony Cybershot?
Screen Does Not Turn On
Why is my Sony Cybershot camera screen black?
If the LCD screen is black and knowing that the camera is on by the electrical or mechanical sounds it makes, then the problem may either be a broken LCD screen or an image sensory problem. See guide on how to replace LCD screen or to replace the CCD to fix the sensory problem.
Why is my Sony camera not taking pictures?
Ensure a fresh or fully charged battery is inserted properly in the camera. Turn on the camera. If the camera has a mode dial, ensure it is set to the appropriate position for taking a picture. Ensure the recording media is inserted properly in the camera.
Why isn't my Sony a6000 charging?
Conditions for USB charging: Make sure the power of your device is turned OFF. The battery cannot be charged when the camera or camcorder is turned on, as the USB connection mode is activated (e.g. for transferring pictures between devices). Only use the original USB cable that was supplied with your device.
How do I get my Sony A6000 out of USB mode?
If the problem goes unresolved, perform the following steps:
Why wont my Sony A6000 turn on?
Make sure the battery you are using is charged. Properly insert the battery in the camera and attempt to turn on the camera. If the camera still does not turn on, perform a manual reset on the camera. If the issue still persist, use a different battery to see if the issue lies with the battery and not the camera.
