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Flash Problem?

I have a Fuji Finepix S5800 and it will not taken any photographs where flash is required. All other functions are fine. Can I DIY repair?
AlanPotter, May 2010
The flash operates via a solenoid wich releases a catch and pops the flash up. There is also a spring which aids the flash to stay up once it's activated. When the flash pops up it releases a micro switch which powers the flash, this is so the flash doesn't work when in the down position.
Emma Jane- yours sounds like the spring has come off.
Alan Potter- yours sounds more like an electrical fault. possibly with the flash charging circuit or the fuse for the flash.
In either case a strip down is required to find out the cause.
daveward712 (at) aol.com

Dave - camera repairs, May 2010
Hi... I have a similar problem and it is driving me nuts and if I dont get it fixed soon i could be in quite some trouble. May I ask is your flash popping up properly because the one on mine isnt but when i hold it up it will flash... i fear that something internal like a spring or popper up is broken... If you know anything that can help me please email me at emma.j "ntlworld.com
Thanks EmmaJane

EmmaJane, May 2010
link Click here to see other fixes for Fuji S5800.