T2i Shutter Release is inconsistent

R2D2 wrote:

sleze wrote:

scottcraig wrote:

sleze wrote:

scottcraig wrote:

Digirame wrote:

Sometimes I've accidentally left the timer on. For a few moments until I remember what I did, I'm pretty sure that the camera is broken. Then, it's...ahhh...oh yeah...the timer. Other than that, I have no idea what may be the cause in your situation. But I thought I would let you know, just in case.

Just double-checked the timer and it is set to continuous (like normal).

Normal is actually single shot. Having cleared that up if you have to fiddle the button towards the flash shoe for it to work it may be a physical problem. I suggest trying the alcohol shutter button cleaning procedure. You can also use some contact cleaner however DO NOT spray in camera. Instead spray into a clean glass jar. Then use a spoon pour through battery compartment leaning the camera with the shutter button at the lowest level while pressing the button a few times. Repeat the process one to two times and let it dry overnight. Let me know how this works out.

Tried the alcohol trick. Should know if that fixed it tomorrow. Hopefully I post again with good news or it just works and I forget to follow-up.

If it does not work, I will post it and probably then send it in for repair.

I really hope it works.

Didn't work. I still have to fiddle with the button to get the shutter to respond. Thanks for the advice, all.

Contact cleaner is much stronger than alcohol. There are many different formulas (some are "Plastic-Friendly"). Google LPS (been using these for decades).

Use at your own risk though.

R2

I found this: http://www.lpslabs.com/product-details/578

Hope this helps the OP.