It got left in a bag outside overnight which got rained on, it was wet when I found it this morning but not submerged in water or anything.
I took the batteries out straight away, dried it and haven't turned it on.
What are the chances it's going to work?
2007-02-26 19:17:30 · 14 answers · asked by cigaro19 5 in Consumer Electronics ➔ Cameras
I've done it phones and other stuff, if you took out the battery right away it should be ok. Just make it sure it's 100% dry. There is always a slight chance that some of the wires were not properly insulated but with modern stuff the chances are good. More expensive the equipment bigger chance for some damage. Hope it will work!
2007-02-26 19:23:16 · answer #1 · answered by Rita D 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cigaro ,do not place your camera in an airing cupboard,remove the sd card or compact flash card and allow to dry at room temp.3 days will be enough time ,then turn on the camera with NO CARD in the camera and take some shots ,the card would act as a circuit and short out the works .I know this from personal lessons.
2007-02-27 11:26:59 · answer #2 · answered by not a mused 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Having had a simular experiance.
Leave it near a radiator or good warm air flow heating system for at least 24 hours to dry out the inside then try it out!
Worked for me.
The differance with mine, was that mine got dropped into a river.
Just won second place in a photo comp with the same camera, a digital. If however yours is a 35mm you may just loose the film.
Good luck!..
2007-02-26 19:32:11 · answer #3 · answered by Bob H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Leave it for a week or so in a cool room And if you can get some of those Silica crystals you get in packages of elictrical goods what you dont want is to get condesation inside the lens so let it dry out slowly with all compartments open (memory card batery compartment etc)
2007-02-27 12:10:06 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a hair dryer and dry the inside of the camera up (just low heat and a lot of wind). Pop the batteries in and find out if it turns on.
2007-02-26 19:24:57 · answer #5 · answered by nonoy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-04-21 23:37:21 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You did right getting the batteries out immediatly. I hope you changed bags! Normally, gadges are resistant to moisture and simple splashes but now complete submersion.
Before you attempt to switch it on, check the contact points in the battery compartment, look at the lens and view finder to see if the're foggy. Anything suspicious should be dabbed with paper towels.
Then, cross your fingers and switch it on.
2007-02-26 20:58:11 · answer #7 · answered by byam64 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
WE had problem like this before let it dry out seriously for about 3 days cause could still be damp inside and if you turn it on yet could blow something after 3 days should be fine hope this helps :)
2007-02-26 19:28:23 · answer #8 · answered by clare w 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you might be OK but I'd suggest you pop it in an airing cupboard for some gentle warmth to encourage total drying before switching on. Good luck.
2007-02-26 19:22:16 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2007-02-27 05:33:14 · answer #10 · answered by bad boy for life! 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋