Canon EOS 70D Camera Not Turning On?

[@rheamurphy9323]

My camera won’t charge even via usb. Is the problem the battery charger or the battery?

[@molometer]

Hi Rhea, is the red light coming on...on the charger? You could do what I did and buy the Enegon batteries with a charger linked below and hope it's just a dud battery or charger. It's a cheap way to know for sure.

[@jroar123]

I also own the 70D and believe you made the right decision to have it repaired. It is a fantastic camera for shooting in 1080 video and also photos. It’s got a lot of life still in it for years to come. If you are into posting on KZbin, which most of us are doing, then it’s a darn good workhorse. I’m glade I found your channel and am looking forward to seeing more video from you. I happen to be 76% British according to my DNA test I got back last Christmas, although I was born in Boise, Idaho and call Las Vegas home. I find it fascinating to see parts of England on KZbin and I’m sure others do as well. Thanks and am looking forward to new video with your repaired camera.

[@molometer]

Hiya jroar123, I've literally been shooting with my 70d today and it's still as reliable as ever. As you can see from the date on the video. The repair was 2.5 years ago and the 70d has never let me down once since then. Well worth the price of repair. 76% British wow that's more than me. I'm 100% Irish but born and raised in the UK. I'm glad you enjoyed the video. There are a few videos about this workhorse of a camera. It's been up mountains and everywhere with me. I just did a huge tour of the North of England and Scotland. Scotland is magnificent and a photographer/filmmakers dream location. I got lots of drone footage as well. I'm looking forward to seeing the video as well when I get a chance to edit it all. 🎬🎥👍🏼😊

[@jroar123]

Yes, I just got it up on KZbin as a suggestion. It just popped up and I gave it a look/see. Keep in touch, John Rohrer from Houston Texas (current location). By the way, I would love to see some of your work. It's a fun hobby as you already know.

[@molometer]

@@jroar123 That's interesting to know. I often wonder how people find my videos? SEO notwithstanding. I've been making videos for my whole adult life. Yeah I was that guy with the huge camcorder lol. I still film in the same way really. Kind of gonzo style before I knew what gonzo was. If I had any style at all lol. I travelled across the USA back in 79' it was an amazing experience but I didn't have a camera with me at the time. I travelled on the greyhound bus from New York to L.A. I toying with the idea of recreating the trip. It was a bit epic and took 6 weeks coast to coast with plenty of diversions on the way. I've still got the greyhound bus map marked with the places I visited. Seems like you get around quite a lot too. I just popped over to your channel. Michael 👍🏼

[@cristinaturchiano2815]

I CANNOT believe this worked for my camera (after I bought new batteries that didn't solve the issue). Thank you!

[@molometer]

I'm glad you found this video useful. My camera is still working perfectly fine and it was very worthwhile and cost effective getting it properly repaired. Hope you get many more years service from your camera. 📸👍🏼

[@alheeley]

I fixed this issue on my own EOS body by watching a couple of other youtube videos - what worked for me was taking out the battery, leaving sd card and lens in place, then turning on the camera and holding down the shutter release for 30 secs to discharge any residual electricity it still had in its circuit. It sort of resets the hardware by fully discharging itself, then you can put battery back in again and off you go. No cost. No 2-week wait for un-needed professional fix.

[@molometer]

I tried the method you mentioned but it didn't work for me. You'll have seen why in the video near the end. Thanks again for your comments 👍🏼

[@alheeley]

@@molometer Glad you got it sorted - thats an expensive bit of kit!

[@molometer]

@@alheeley It's still working perfectly fine all this time later. Well worth the cost of the repair 🎬🎥👍🏼

[@skatetolivelife]

Just got the 70d for my first camera, still need a lens but can’t wait to enjoy it and get my foot in the door

[@molometer]

Hi John, great choice for a first camera. Super versatile and built like a tank. Took me about a year to get my head around all the functions of this camera and I'm still learning with it. The way I see it at £300 for the repairs means basically I've got a brand new 70D for £300! 👍 result! As for your first lens choice. Get a 50mm (nifty fifty) Coupled with the 70D's crop sensor you've got a great camera setup. You can get a used 50mm lens for about 5-10 bucks in any camera store. Fabulous for photography of all genre's and almost perfect for talking head Vlogs and filming in general. Thanks for leaving your comments. I looked at your video btw 😋👍

[@virtual_intel]

This prompts me to try and purchase a professional camera. I been holding off for far to long Mike and I know it's just my lack of focus and desire to try to learn how to use one. I will do it by summer time 2021. Thanks for the encouragement nice tips and video. Do it yourself tech stuff hardly ever works :)

[@molometer]

Hey Mike, good to hear from you. I was just watching one of your videos the other day. You've nailed that 3d software by the look of things. I forgot to comment.😱 I don't think you need a camera for the kind stuff you're doing? If you do go for one get a good used one. You'll save a load of money. Stay safe buddy and have a fabulous holiday season. 😘👍

[@adetorrent]

The lovely redhead at the shop was like “great, I’m going to be in some old dudes KZbin channel” haha Also, I like our unboxing of the battery’s. Very impressive knife action, followed by just ripping the darn thing open like a savage haha.

[@molometer]

The redhead is just another one of my adoring fans...Not! Her name is Jess and she was very helpful. I'm fighting 'em off. 😂 Yeah the box was very challenging until I unleashed the beast on it 😁 We must get together sometime and compare lenses lol 👍 Did you see the retro stylings of the x-pro2 at the end?

[@adetorrent]

@@molometer Yeah those Fuji cameras are known for their film simulations that look amazing out of camera. I used to own an X20 a while back and loved it but it broke.

[@molometer]

@Ade Torrent Sorry to hear about your broken camera. Occupational hazard I guess? Just updated the firmware on the Fuji to version 5.1 and it now shoots 4K! Amazing bit of kit. Did some short test footage. Just a few seconds and it worked fine. 👍 I'm gonna get all cinematic lol

[@makacosemotokas2164]

achar essa placa mãe é o grande problema, é muito difícil de encontrar ate mesmo na china.

[@molometer]

I wouldn't know. I just gave it to the repair shop and they sourced the motherboard. It did take a couple of weeks for the part to arrive. Good luck with your camera. 📸👍

[@Hassan_Abbas_gilgiti]

My canon 500d not turn on sir what can I do I also buy new battery butt camera no open

[@molometer]

The best advice is to take it to a camera repair shop. They can tell you what needs to be fixed. 📷👍

[@Hassan_Abbas_gilgiti]

@@molometer oky thank so much sir

[@molometer]

@@Hassan_Abbas_gilgiti My pleasure Hassan. I hope you can get it fixed. Much cheaper than buying a new camera. 📷👍

[@glengrimm4075]

Hmm seems like a common problem, lol mine is dead too. Dead dead no power but my batteries are good. Looks like the camera shop it goes. Bugger.

[@molometer]

@@glengrimm4075 Yep it's a common problem with a simple solution. New motherboard from a reputable camera repair shop. If it's any consolation my canon 70d is still working perfectly fine. Good luck 📸👍

[@edithcazares2154]

Mine won’t turn off. It’s only on video mode

[@molometer]

Hi Edith, sounds like your photo/video switch is broken which should be a cheap fix. Find a local camera repair shop for a quote. Let me know how you get on. Good luck 📷👍

[@edithcazares2154]

@@molometer thanks for your quick response 🙂.

[@molometer]

@@edithcazares2154 I just got your comment. 👍😂

[@erezk2170]

Summary: nothing works on a DIY level.

[@molometer]

@@erezk2170 Yep I got sick of seeing 100's of videos stating that there was a simple way to fix this problem. Hence the knive in the thumbnail.

[@HendrikBerend68]

What I notice, is that you're not just 'closing' the battery door of the camera, but you're slamming it all the time. Closing it to quickly. Just saying ☺️ So, maybe you should be a little more carefull with your next camera. Maybe that wasn't the problem, but it's a little rough anyway. In my opinion 😆

[@molometer]

Hello Hendrik, thank you for your comment however the door wasn't the problem. The motherboard was faulty and had to be replaced. The camera is still working perfectly and this was over 2 years ago as the follow up video shows. Enjoy 😂👍🏼 #justsaying kzbin.info/www/bejne/e5y0naWCbMaXjNU

[@ianisrich6550]

OMG the repair costs you about 300pounds?

[@molometer]

Yep it was worth it. It's still working fine.📷☝️

[@ianisrich6550]

I just asked the shopkeeper about an hour ago and he said my motherboard is dead , like most 70Ds do, so changing that is going to cost me around 230USD....not going to fix it since I own it for 8 years , love this camera but it’s time to let it go.....

[@molometer]

@@ianisrich6550 I suppose it depends on the overall condition of the camera body etc as to whether it is viable to repair. 8 years is not that old for a camera but if it's been quite heavily used it might not be worth it? It's hard to beat a dslr for the level of control over the image settings. I also use an iPhone which can give great results but with much less control over the image. 📷👍🏼

[@ianisrich6550]

@@molometer I didn’t use my 70D too often, I think 70D is not designed for video shooting , just read some articles said that it could get overheated by making videos for too long, good camera still , considering to get a new canon now,Still a very good DSLR.

[@molometer]

@@ianisrich6550 I use my 70d for video as well and it works great with the maximum format of 1080p which is more than good enough for KZbin videos. You may be able to trade in your 70d for a new canon 90d which shoots 4k video? 📷👍🏼🎬📽

[@tayy4123]

The repairs? There just taking a beat up one that works and switch the inside.

[@molometer]

With a one year guarantee? I doubt they would risk putting used parts in it?

[@potatoproject4441]

whats her name....😍😍😍

[@molometer]

? Who her?? 😂😂😂👍

[@potatoproject4441]

@@molometer ahaha yes who is she on the counter...but anyways i have he same issue with my 70D to error 80 huhuhu

[@molometer]

@@potatoproject4441 O, I see now lol. Sorry to hear about your 70D having the same issues. It's an easy fix though which is good. 😂😂👍 Her name is Jess 👍

[@potatoproject4441]

@@molometer i dont know here in the philippines how much the repair will cost though i really love this camera...

[@molometer]

@@potatoproject4441 Take it to a camera shop and get an estimated price for the repair. It will be much cheaper than getting a new camera of the same high quality.

[@tayy4123]

Coulda bought a new one for 200$

[@molometer]

Highly unlikely unless it fell of the back of a lorry? 😂

[@archygrey9093]

They are like $600 used...