Top 20 Samsung Digimax S800 Digital Camera Questions & Answers

It needs either service or repair

When the card worked before, check if you did not switch the lock switch down. And check all contacts on the card and in the camera. They should be clean and shiny. When you recently bought a new card you could have bough a SDHC card and these won't work in your S800. The S800 only accepts MMC and SD cards, The SDHC and SDXC cards won't work. A few years ago you still could buy 4 Gbyte SD cards. Now even most 1 Gbyte and 2 Gbyte cards are already SDHC. SDHC was introduced at least 7 or 8 years ago, so all new devices accept SDHC. The SDXC was introduced at least 4 years ago, so in a couple of years, you perhaps only can buy these cards?

Make sure it has been inserted the correct way. If so, try another card. If After checking those things you still get that message, you may need a repair

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Some cameras have a maximum limit to the capacity of memory card that can be used. Please make sure that you have the right capacity card. There is also a lock (yellow tab on the side) on SD card. Make sure that it is not in the 'lock' position.

What type and size memory card? The S800 uses MMC and SD cards. It will not work with SDHC cards even though they'll fit into the slot.

You don't need any special software.The best way to download pictures from your camera to your computer involves removing the memory card from the camera and plugging it into a card reader (either built-in to the computer or connected via USB or FireWire). This is likely to be faster than connecting the camera to the computer, and won't run down your camera's batteries.Once the card is plugged in, it will appear to your computer as a removable drive. You can use the operating system's drag&drop facility to copy pictures from the card to the computer's hard drive, the same way you copy any other files. Or, despite what I said first, you can use any photo cataloging program such as Windows Photo Gallery or Picasa.

Try to reinstall the cameras firmware available at the companies website under support page.

AF assist Beam is set to OFF. adjust2) the camera moves when the shutter button is pressedGod bless you

Press right on the multiselector (marked with a one-handed clock) to cycle through the self-timer modes. Start the self-timer by pressing the shutter release button.

Hi Natalie: Lens stuck, is common defective that need new lens unit replacement or just repairable. Causes of a Lens Error: There are a number of ways with which a lens error can be caused. Particulates might have managed to get into the mechanical bits that allow the lens to retract, a purely physical interference with the lens mechanism. If the camera was dropped, especially while the lens was extended, there's a pretty good chance something might have been knocked loose, such as the guide pins upon which the lens withdraws and retracts.How to Repair a Lens Error: As scary as a lens error might seem, there are some easy fixes. Before trying any of them out, however, first take a good long look at your camera warranty and maybe have a chat with the company. If the lens error will be covered under the terms of the warranty, go for it. Even some of the simple fixes mentioned below might void the camera warranty. Frankly, however, it's unlikely that a lens error will qualify for the warranty.Hope this helps; also keep in mind that your feedback is important and I'll appreciate your time and consideration if you leave some testimonial comment about this answer.Thank you for using Fixya, and have a nice day.

Hello Eilee,Remove the memory card from your camera and check for a tiny switch on it. Make sure it is not set to "Lock". If it is, then switch it back to unlock.However, if your memory card does not have the "Lock Feature" it could mean that your card is already malfunctioning. Try reformatting it first before buying a new one.Note: You will loose ALL data from your SD card once you format it.You can rate my answer if you appreciate it.Thanks!-damneddle

Hi Natalie:Lens stuck, is common defective that need new lens unit replacement or just repairable. Causes of a Lens Error: There are a number of ways with which a lens error can be caused. Particulates might have managed to get into the mechanical bits that allow the lens to retract, a purely physical interference with the lens mechanism. If the camera was dropped, especially while the lens was extended, there's a pretty good chance something might have been knocked loose, such as the guide pins upon which the lens withdraws and retracts.How to Repair a Lens Error: As scary as a lens error might seem, there are some easy fixes. Before trying any of them out, however, first take a good long look at your camera warranty and maybe have a chat with the company. If the lens error will be covered under the terms of the warranty, go for it. Even some of the simple fixes mentioned below might void the camera warranty. Frankly, however, it's unlikely that a lens error will qualify for the warranty.Hope this helps; also keep in mind that your feedback is important and I'll appreciate your time and consideration if you leave some testimonial comment about this answer.Thank you for using Fixya, and have a nice day.

First, use a good multimedia player and check the result. I recommend KMPlayer. (Download free from CNET).
If you are using Windows Media Player, it won't play some video formats correctly.
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Did you accidentally drop it? If you did then there is a big chance that the lens is busted. If you didn't drop it, then it could be just dust/dirt inside the lens mechanism. Hold your camera with the lens facing the ground and then repeatedly tap it your camera gently - moderately to remove the dirt. You can also try spraying compressed air into it.

SD cards max out at 2GB. Higher capacity cards are actually SDHC cards (the HC stands for High Capacity).

Lens Problem or Motor Problem Need to Check it at Samsung service Center

Lens errors are fairly common. Usually it's sand or grit interfering with the lens extension mechanism. Or the camera's been dropped with the lens extended. Or the camera has been powered on, but the lens had been blocked preventing its extension. Or the battery ran down with the lens extended ... Unfortunately, many cameras that fall prey to this can only be corrected by professional repair. But, here are some things that you can do that may correct it. They only seem to work for less than 40% of the lens errors, but if the camera is out of warranty, they're worth a try.

maybe the problem of your camera was on the hardware.,because thru your given problem that I experienced. Usually the 2nd barrel or the barrel assy have a defect. You can go to the nearest authorized service center. And how much it cost.??

you can change the flash setting by clicking left button..you have a choices there if red eye fix,noflash,autoflash. you need to select the no flash.but more auto mode for you to get convenient than to select the flash into off.