I was at a birthday party with coworkers and people I used to work with. I asked someone I used to work with to take a picture for me. She dropped my camera and broke it. It was $200, and is about 7 months old. I have a warrenty on it, I'm going to take it in and see if it's fixable... she said she takes full responsibilty. I feel she wouldn't have broken it if I hadn't asked her to take my picture in the first place, but I am still extemely angry. So... who pays for the repairs or replacement?
2007-06-23 16:34:09 · 10 answers · asked by bored. 3 in Consumer Electronics ➔ Cameras
I'm sorry to hear that, you don't have to blame anyone for it is an accident. She doesn't want that to happen neither you. Right? I understand that you love your personal belongings but don't let those things to ruin your relationship to other people.
Going back to the issue, if you dropped your camera that will automatically void the warranty. So if she is willing to pay for the repair then send the camera for repair, or just get the money for the repair cost and just buy a new one. Fair Enough?
2007-06-24 05:06:05 · answer #1 · answered by hard_6packabs 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-20 04:43:38 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why do ALL glass items break? seriously, If you drop a glass like ONCE, it's always that stupid "shsgsldjgh sldjg sg" sound. I feel like I have to buy a $10 glass every single year. Because the $x they make you pay to fix the camera isn't even worth it. Now why doesn't anyone just invent a nice durable glass? Cameras have optics, Optics are delicate things. If you mistreat them, they will break, much like EVERYTHING in the world. There are cameras that can take a hit or two but they will break eventually. Sad to say, you seem to be one of the more irresponsible people. I have laptops from 1998 that still work. I have a REALLY old Digital camera from 1999 or 2000 that still works. I have had my DSLR camera, which are more delicate then point and shoot cameras for three years now, and it works perfectly. Do you know why? Because I take care of my things. To avoid your camera dropping, use a wrist strap. It is there for a reason. It can potentially save you hundreds or even thousands of dollars in the long run
2016-05-18 23:07:52 · answer #3 · answered by sherlyn 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you bought the full coverage plan at time of purchase then there is no need to worry. They will give you a new one at the store.
Do not repair it. It would probably cost more then its worth and a seven month old camera is probably valued at about a little over half of what you paid.
So who pays for the replacement? Well it is your camera and since you own it you assume responsibility. You cant make her pay, but you can ask her. I would. Let her pay as much as she can and you will have to pick up the rest.
Also, when you get the new one, dont let her take the pictures :P
2007-06-23 16:48:27 · answer #4 · answered by Galen A 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If she had asked to use the camera and then broke it, then the responsibility would clearly be hers. But as you asked her to take the picture, you must share at least some of the responsibility. We must remember, too, that sometimes accidents just happen and aren't necessarily anyone's fault or liability. Was the lady anyway negligent with your camera? Was she tossing it about? Or horsing around with it? If so, then a 50/50 split would be appropriate. If not and if it just slipped from her hands because she wasn't comfortable with it, then I think you should pay the costs. She probably feels bad enough. And you will have learned a valuable lesson about putting your things into the hands of others. Better to lose a $200 camera than a $20,000 car, for example.
2007-06-23 16:55:27 · answer #5 · answered by Tom K 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Why are you so angry? Yes, the camera is broken but the other person offered to pay for the repairs or replacement. That is the etiquette needed here. Anyway it happens, you're going to get a camera that works out of the deal. Thank her for all she's doing to help you, by replacing it, and let it go. Accidents happen and you got lucky! A lot of people would feel ashamed, look embarrassed and let you pick up your own repair bill. To answer your ultimate question, she should offer to pay the repairs. Good luck
2007-06-23 16:43:12 · answer #6 · answered by Branwyn 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
If you feel that she wouldn't have broken it if you had not asked her, then you should go 50/50 on the repairs and or replacement of your camera. She did drop it and said that she would take full responsibility. 50/50 will both ease your minds. ;)
2007-06-23 16:40:31 · answer #7 · answered by DJ Triad 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Split the bill 50/50, and chalk it up as one of life's lessons.
Next time you will learn to be more careful who you hand your camera to. Before giving your camera to someone, you should have showed them how to hold it, and also make sure the camera strap is wrapped around their wrists.
When I ask someone to use my camera (which is more expensive than $200) to take my picture, I always have them put the strap around their neck just in case it drops.
2007-06-23 18:51:54 · answer #8 · answered by smallbluepickles 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2017-03-08 17:46:42 · answer #9 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You stupidly let her use it, she stupidly dropped it.
Go 50-50 on the repair.
2007-06-25 18:38:40 · answer #10 · answered by V2K1 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋