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04/10/2012 07:11:51 PM · #1 |
| Before I got my 5D2, I used to get the 99 lens communication error on my Rebel with my nifty-fifty, but ONLY with that lens. I thought it was the camera even so. After I got the 5D2 I still got it with the 50mm so I figured it was the lens but now I also get it with my fish-eye. Has anyone else experienced this problem with the 5D2? |
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04/10/2012 09:51:48 PM · #2 |
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04/10/2012 10:56:57 PM · #3 |
Never had the problem, no.
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04/10/2012 11:47:30 PM · #4 |
Originally posted by Bear_Music:
Never had the problem, no. |
hmmm, i wonder could I just have 2 bad lenses? although I should correct that on the 5D it is error 01 |
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04/11/2012 07:49:27 PM · #5 |
I have not experienced this yet thankfully.
Disclaimer. Please apply anything i suggest at your own risk. I don't want to be held responsible for trying to help.
I did research a small bit using google. In the rare instance, that you've not tried that yet, heres what i found:
One user found they had loose screws on their lens and tightened them up --> this fixed their error.
Another user found upon shipping it to canon that it was an IS system error. I assume this was not your problem considering the lens. Also the user estimated a repair cost of $300. Perhaps, attend a local club or photo store and try out one of their lens of the same kind? Doesn't make sense to repair a 50 1.8 given its purchase price.
One customer managed to talk to someone at canon and get their's fixed free.
One user noticed a dent in their point of contact. Try a thorough cleaning of lens contacts. I would suggest a low residue after evaporation alcohol or an eraser clean, but follow that up with a thorough debris removal to avoid any of those nasty parts from touching potentially approaching the innards of your camera body. alternatively, get them professionally cleaned. This won't guarantee a fix, but it will be another cross on the list.
One user suggested a firmware update. While this is a very unlikely fix, its recommended either way so - if you haven't yet...
One user was able to use the lens only in manual mode. This may be worth a shot. Someone sugggested taping specific points of contact with electrical tape - but they mentioned a risk of "losing tape in camera body"
I hope some of this helps...
Message edited by author 2012-04-11 19:53:23. |
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04/11/2012 08:47:44 PM · #6 |
Originally posted by Devinder:
I have not experienced this yet thankfully.
Disclaimer. Please apply anything i suggest at your own risk. I don't want to be held responsible for trying to help.
I did research a small bit using google. In the rare instance, that you've not tried that yet, heres what i found:
One user found they had loose screws on their lens and tightened them up --> this fixed their error.
Another user found upon shipping it to canon that it was an IS system error. I assume this was not your problem considering the lens. Also the user estimated a repair cost of $300. Perhaps, attend a local club or photo store and try out one of their lens of the same kind? Doesn't make sense to repair a 50 1.8 given its purchase price.
One customer managed to talk to someone at canon and get their's fixed free.
One user noticed a dent in their point of contact. Try a thorough cleaning of lens contacts. I would suggest a low residue after evaporation alcohol or an eraser clean, but follow that up with a thorough debris removal to avoid any of those nasty parts from touching potentially approaching the innards of your camera body. alternatively, get them professionally cleaned. This won't guarantee a fix, but it will be another cross on the list.
One user suggested a firmware update. While this is a very unlikely fix, its recommended either way so - if you haven't yet...
One user was able to use the lens only in manual mode. This may be worth a shot. Someone sugggested taping specific points of contact with electrical tape - but they mentioned a risk of "losing tape in camera body"
I hope some of this helps... |
thanks for all that, I was wondering if I canon would fix it for free since I just got it. I want to borrow a lens from someone locally just to make sure first, I figure 3 lenses is a pretty good test set. |
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04/12/2012 09:04:29 AM · #7 |
I think a third lens should give good, more conclusive, indication.
From what i understand, Canon gives you a 1 year warranty from purchase. To be safe, I'ld make sure to register the product if you haven't yet before giving them a call. In the worst case scenario, its a camera issue and i think the fixit route would be the same as with the lens.
Good luck. |
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04/12/2012 09:07:42 AM · #8 |
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04/12/2012 09:23:32 AM · #9 |
Originally posted by mike_311:
dirty contacts? |
i thought so too, i have cleaned them somewhat but wouldnt hurt to do it again |
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