06-08-2024
12:50 AM
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06-08-2024
03:21 PM
by
Tiffany
I recently got a rebel T1i from someone off of facebook marketplace it looks good when I looked at it. When I got home I charged the batteries and put one in and it turns on but it doesn’t take pictures when I click the button. I would like to know if I can fix it at home or if I should take it to professional? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
06-08-2024 11:54 AM
Do you have a newspaper in town with a staff photographer that you could ask to look at camera?
06-08-2024 11:56 AM
We did but they shut down last year.
06-08-2024 12:00 PM
"Do you have a newspaper in town with a staff photographer that you could ask to look at camera?"
LOL.
06-08-2024 11:59 AM
You cannot post your way out of this problem. You would have to take it in to a camera repair shop for service. However, inasmuch as this is a T1, I would not waste my money. I would put that cash towards a newer, better camera. Your choice, and good luck.
06-08-2024 03:18 PM
Danny_D,
Sorry to hear about your experience with this purchase. FB Marketplace does have a provision for return. You might want to look into this. While you can get lucky, I recommend avoiding purchasing camera gear from sellers there. Used gear > Adorama, B&H or KEH (mentioned previously) are much safer options. You get gear which has been inspected, certified and that comes with warranty. You also have a hassle free right to return.
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