Hello Elene777,
It does seem that the camera is malfunctioning and that lens issue would require service. There is not a setting that would cause the error that you're getting. For factory service, please forward your camera to one of the Factory Service Centers shown below. If it has been less than one year since the camera was purchased, we ask that you also include proof of warranty in the form of a copy of your sales receipt.
When shipping your camera, please be sure to remove the memory card and batteries. You are not required to send any accessories or manuals when shipping the camera. Be sure to include your name, street address (no P.O. boxes, please), telephone number, email address, and a letter describing the issue with the product.
Alternately, you may fill out an online repair request form at the following link to setup your repair using our online service.
https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/support/service-repair
As we do not provide RMA numbers for service, we suggest using a trackable and insurable service (i.e. UPS, FedEX, Priority Mail) to ship your camera. Please package the camera very securely in a sturdy shipping box to prevent damage during shipment.
Please send your camera to one of the Factory Service Centers below:
Canon Factory Service Center
12022 Canon Boulevard
Newport News, VA 23606
Or:
Canon Factory Service Center
123 Paularino Ave.
Costa Mesa, CA 92626-3311
Upon arrival at the Factory Service Center, your camera will be logged in to our repair database and assigned a repair number. Next, the camera will be visually inspected and you will be advised of the findings. If the required repairs are covered by the warranty, the repairs will begin immediately, and you will not be contacted. When the repairs are complete, the camera will be shipped back to you via Federal Express. The length of time for the repair will be dependent upon the nature of the repair and availability of parts, if needed. Usually, warranted repairs are completed within approximately five to seven business days of the camera's arrival at the Factory Service Center.
All decisions regarding warranty coverage are made by the Factory Service Center at the time of repair. If the repair entails something that is not covered in warranty, a written estimate will be sent to you at the address that you have provided. The repairs to your camera will not begin until you approve this estimate and make payment arrangements. If, after receiving the estimate, you do not wish to have the camera repaired, please inform the Factory Service Center of your decision as soon as possible. If you decline the estimate, the camera will be shipped back to you unrepaired.
Please note that our U.S. Factory Service Centers are unable to accept packages from or return equipment to addresses outside the United States.
