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T1i (500D) Viewfinder Shot Settings Display Trouble

Started Aug 10, 2016 | Questions
Dragline6 New Member • Posts: 1
T1i (500D) Viewfinder Shot Settings Display Trouble

Most of the green info lights at the bottom of my T1i's viewfinder display are on all the time, a few of them just flash, but none are legible. I have called Canon and the repair estimate is $190 plus shipping... not worth it to me. Does anyone have experience with a self repair for this problem or know a cheaper way to go?

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kreygscott
kreygscott Senior Member • Posts: 1,285
Re: T1i (500D) Viewfinder Shot Settings Display Trouble
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Dragline6 wrote:

Most of the green info lights at the bottom of my T1i's viewfinder display are on all the time, a few of them just flash, but none are legible. I have called Canon and the repair estimate is $190 plus shipping... not worth it to me. Does anyone have experience with a self repair for this problem or know a cheaper way to go?

Thanks

Hi,

I haven't got much experience with repairing DSLR's however given the situation I suggest you send it in for repairs. That said there are a few things you'll want to take into consideration such as: Your camera's shutter count, how long you've had this camera and whether your current skill set require you to purchase a later model camera.

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Silvex Senior Member • Posts: 1,407
Re: I ran into this problem...

...with another electronics item; where the repair exceeded my perceived value. I simply found another one in good condition on eBay that cost less than the repair, and considered it as a 'repair' cost.

You should be able to find a good T1i on eBay or the local classifieds for around $150.

Suave Senior Member • Posts: 2,289
Re: T1i (500D) Viewfinder Shot Settings Display Trouble

Sell it on e-bay (50-70 net, I imagine).  Buy a replacement.

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