05-26-2023 10:50 AM
The external pop up works, the settings are in M and I am able to select force flash, but when I hold down on the camera the flash charges but does not fire. The flash had no problem working before and I have only started having this problem a week or two ago.
05-30-2023 05:00 PM
Hello qwertypoop,
It doesn't sound to be a settings issue, but I would recommend starting with resetting the camera to defaults. This item is found in the yellow wrench menu #4 listed as Reset All. If the flash still does not fire in Manual mode with fill/force flash enabled, then the camera would need to be sent to our factory service center. Ship your camera to either of the addresses listed below depending on which is closest to you:
Canon Factory Service Center
123 Paularino Avenue
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
or
Canon Factory Service Center
12022 Canon Blvd.
Newport News, VA 23606
02-02-2024 07:27 PM - edited 02-02-2024 07:27 PM
Did you ever fix it? If so, how? Im having this same problem 😞
11-01-2025 04:16 PM
Did you ever fix it?
04-18-2026 10:37 AM
I’m having the same exact problem
04-21-2026 05:41 PM
Greetings Jules3011,
In case you are experiencing the same issues and have troubleshot the flash issue using the steps provided by our other agent, John_Q, then we would suggest sending the camera to our facility for repair.
Canon U.S.A., Inc. has created a new online repair portal that allows you to set up service in a few simple steps. The repair portal gives you the ability to set up service for multiple pieces of equipment at once, and to receive a repair estimate in the majority of cases, depending on your model and issue. The portal also allows you to upload images or videos that will assist us in repairing your product. You can also select how you wish to be notified of the progress of your repair. The portal's service history section allows you to view all services that have been performed on any of your camera or video products since January 7, 2020.
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