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Panasonic Lumix G7 died after 2 months of use. Any suggestions?

Started May 10, 2018 | Discussions thread
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Panasonic Lumix G7 died after 2 months of use. Any suggestions?

Hi, so I purchased this camera about a year or so ago. Didn't get to use it until recently. Mostly for videos. Used it on and off for about 2 months. I shot about 40 minutes of video days ago continuously. Battery had low bars so decided to change the battery. Boom. Wouldn't turn on. Tried the previous battery and still wouldn't turn on. Kept switching back and forth. Tried charging the battery by rubbing it on the sofa and nope.

I've tried:

- Fully charging 3 different batteries and using them.

- Rubbing the back plate.

- Leaving it for a day and trying.

- Cleaning the battery compartment/connector things and battery contact points with ear buds and a bit of isopropyl 70%.

- I've tried holding the playback button while on and off but nothing. (Not sure if that's suppose to do anything)

-Pressing the Fn5 button or display isn't the issue as the camera won't turn on at all.

- I've shaken the camera to see if anything is loose inside but nothing.

I'm guessing something burned out but weird how it happen after replacing the battery.

Any help would be appreciated. Thank you!

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7
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