Fixing your digital camera

• 1). Troubleshoot your digital camera, as you may be able to correct the problem on your own and avoid sending it away for repair. Replace your camera's batteries if you are having trouble powering on the device. Insert a new memory card or format the current one if your camera continues to not power on. If the problem persists you will have to make arrangements to have your camera serviced.
  
  
• 2). Contact the camera manufacturer by phone or email and inquire about having them fix your camera. If the issue is not a result of human error (for example, being dropped) and is under warranty, your camera could be fixed at no cost. If your camera is no longer under warranty you can still send the camera to the manufacturer. However, you will have to pay for the repair.
  
  
• 3). Consider having an independent camera shop repair your digital camera, especially if it is out of warranty. Many independent camera stores charge less and you can avoid sending your camera away. Also if your camera is more than 20 years old, it is likely that independent repair shops are the only place that still has replacement parts, as manufacturers tend to not stock parts that old.