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My Nikon Coolpix S3000 won't turn on anymore.

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Brixton -  
 pierre -
Hello,

first of all, thank you for taking an interest in my question.

I can no longer turn on or recharge my camera - Nikon Coolpix S3000 bought in April 2010 (via the plug or via USB).

The computer detected the camera yesterday, but unfortunately, it indicated that the device was detected, and a second later, the computer no longer detected anything. Today, none of my computers detect the camera, and the camera's charge indicator does not light up at all. The same goes for the charger on the power outlet; nothing seems to work... It's as if the device is dead.

Nevertheless, I'm not ready to give up just yet (!), so I tried changing the USB cable to check if that was the issue, but it’s the same story with the other cable.

Have you ever had a similar problem with this brand of camera?

Could it be just a simple battery replacement issue? (even though it was bought 9 months ago...)
or is it another problem? But which one!?? ;)

Thank you!

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20 answers

  1. Gazzoo
     
    I had the same problem with this camera!
    After searching online, I saw that a lot of people had this issue: no lights come on even when it's plugged in to charge...

    Some people were able to charge their camera simply by removing the SD card and plugging it in to the wall.
    I tried it and it works for me!

    It's not very logical, but it has the merit of working!!!
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    1. Hervé
       
      It worked for me, once the SD card was removed, the charging started working again!!!
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    2. sisco
       
      Absolutely, it just worked for me too.
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    3. vivi
       
      It works for me too.
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    4. moun
       
      I just tried all your tips and nothing is happening. I plugged it in on the computer but nothing lights up. Do you have another solution?
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    5. popo7121
       
      Thank you for all these answers. They helped me revive mine :)
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  2. Brixton
     
    This is where the story gets complicated. :)
    I bought it at a Best Buy in the United States and I'm going back there a week after the warranty expires (of course......)

    So there you go... But if it's just a battery problem, I can just buy a new one, but I don't want to buy one for nothing, hence the importance of finding the source of the problem....
    Ugh!
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    1. amandine-leclerc
       
      Hello, my Nikon Coolpix L27 camera turns on but immediately turns off, and sometimes it says battery discharged even though the batteries are new. WHAT TO DO???
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  3. Brixton
     
    Don't forget to test an external charger! Go to a store that offers this and ask to test it before buying!!! I tested it and it worked so I bought it for 30 euros... It's still cheaper than a new camera!
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  4. cbx
     
    Hello,

    Just so you know, I'm on my second battery in two years and it has failed on me again. There must be a problem with this Coolpix device!!!
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  6. brixton
     
    Yes, it’s not the BATTERY that is faulty, but the internal charging system of the camera. Do as I did, buy an external charger (which can be found in multimedia stores)… You charge your battery externally and there’s no problem at all!
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  7. Intimidibulle Posted messages 4 Status Member 8
     
    Having a Nikon Coolpix S8000, I can say that I have never had such a problem (no, I lost the charging cable! XD Anyway!)
    I imagine it’s still under warranty...? So I suggest you quickly send it for repair before the warranty expires and you find yourself with a possibly defective camera in your hands, unable to get it repaired without cost... :-s
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    1. lisa
       
      I lost the charger too.
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      1. Charlène Normandin > lisa
         
        I have the same issue with my Nikon Coolpix P510. I replaced the battery, I charged the battery on an external charger, and it still doesn't work. What should I do?
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  8. Brixton
     
    WARNING I REPEAT: Brixton - Sept 27, 2011 at 7:56 PM
    WARNING: actually, it was NOT the battery, nor the USB cable!!! It was an internal problem with the camera at the spot where I plug in my cable to charge. The solution: I charge my battery on an EXTERNAL battery charger or I charge my battery in a camera of the same brand!!!

    ------>THANK YOU TO THE MODERATORS FOR CLOSING THE TOPIC IF POSSIBLE!!! I HAVE PROVIDED THE ANSWER TO THE QUESTION, THANK YOU
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  9. Anwn
     
    First of all, we should avoid letting the battery drain completely by itself.

    A battery that discharges below a certain threshold can no longer be recharged (it's dead).

    I agree with you that the battery is very poorly managed by this device.

    I also had this problem, but I thought it was because I bought it secondhand.

    An external charger would likely allow for better control of the charge and preserve the lifespan (not the autonomy) of the battery.
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  10. licornedu39 Posted messages 4 Status Member 3
     
    Hi!
    I have the same one as you, a Nikon Coolpix S3000.
    It won't turn on either, and when I charge it, it works but only for two minutes, and then it stops charging because it's fully charged.
    And the computer doesn't recognize it anymore.
    This happened to me once before; I removed the SD card and it turned back on, and then it worked again.
    But now it doesn't work at all.
    Please help me.
    Thank you.
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  11. SeiiLyana971 Posted messages 1 Registration date   Status Member Last intervention   3
     
    Hello, after 2 or 3 years, if not more, I've decided to really understand this device!
    - A few years ago, I had to take it to the Fnac for repairs, after that everything was fine, then I had trouble taking photos because the zoom stopped working!
    And now, well, it won't turn on anymore; I plugged it in via USB and my PC apparently detects it, so it's charging, so we'll see what happens!
    - My question is: can the battery be charged with the external charger (Lumix)???
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  12. pierre
     
    Hello everyone, the battery discharge is the bane of Coolpix cameras, don't hesitate to remove the SD card and connect the device to your computer or to mains power, the charging will take place.
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  13. ZaLeeM
     
    Hello, does the solution with the external charger work for the Nikon Coolpix S4200?
    Thanks in advance ;-)
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  14. lonewolf
     
    Hello,

    same problem ..... it turned off and won't charge anymore ..... disappointed because it was a gift ....
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  15. claramimi
     
    My device won't turn on since I set it down while it was open; it turned off and won't turn back on and has stayed open. Do you think they will replace it or repair it?
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    1. shasha22
       
      That's exactly my problem, right in the middle of taking a photo, it turned off while still being on. It no longer responds to charging. But I just tried plugging it into the computer and it started charging. So let's hope.
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    2. rico
       
      rico June 1 at 12pm
      I have the same; it stayed open and blocked. I'm going to try the advice of an external recharge!!
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  16. cocktail29 Posted messages 1 Status Member 1
     
    Hello, mine says (the battery is discharged) even though it charged all night!! If someone can help me, is it the battery?? Thank you.
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    1. lisa38130
       
      me too, I assure you he's pulling the same trick on me, I want to get rid of him!! this device is crap, I bought it in January!
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    2. guismo
       
      How do we do if it is still under warranty but we can no longer find it???? Is it a manufacturer's warranty or not?
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    3. Clémence-dl Posted messages 1 Status Member
       
      I see that I am not the only one having problems with my camera.. I charged it all night, and it also says "The battery is discharged." I also can't find the warranty..
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  17. pay_cnv Posted messages 1 Registration date   Status Member Last intervention   1
     
    I think the NIKON Coolpix should be considered a disposable camera. After 3 months, the battery no longer charges. Fnac managed to recharge it, but 10 months later I'm experiencing the same issue.
    Various forums indeed report a problem with this type of device.
    What should I do?
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    1. Elina15 Posted messages 9 Status Member
       
      He did that to me when I had him for less than a month so...
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  18. photo
     
    battery charging issues with Coolpix
    update
    see
    https://nikoneurope-fr.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/56284
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    1. J51
       
      Hello,
      I am facing this issue of a dead battery on a S3500 out of warranty. I have updated the software, charged it without the SD card, bought a new battery and the Nikon MH-66 external charger. No change. It’s a brand to be avoided and unfortunately a waste.
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      1. pierre > J51
         

        Hello,

        Nikon is one of the top 3 camera manufacturers in the world, not recommending this brand makes no sense, be careful with what you write. Having a problem with your Porsche doesn't mean that Porsche is worthless...

        For my part, I ended up blowing some air into the battery compartment of the Coolpix S3500 and the camera turned back on.

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    2. baldouik Posted messages 66 Registration date   Status Member Last intervention   3
       
      I have a similar problem with the Coolpix P600 (new for two months)...

      The issue is that it fails on my second photo while traveling? Not really cool, the Coolpix!!
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  19. Morganeeux
     
    I also have a Coolpix, however last night I was desperately trying to charge the device, so I had the idea of rubbing the battery in my hands, and I put it back to charge, guess what, the battery works ^^
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  20. Brixton
     
    Problem solved: it was indeed the battery... It's dead (after 9 months!!!!) and I bought a new one.
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    1. tracy
       
      I have the same problem as you =/ how much did you buy the battery for?
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    2. suze
       
      I'm encountering the same problem; I suppose it's also a battery issue. This is the second time it's happened to me.
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    3. suze
       
      how much does it cost
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    4. Brixton
       
      It generally costs between €15 and €20. Use Google, it works too to find all that out ;)
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    5. barbara
       
      Thank you, I have the same problem. But does the warranty not provide a new battery?
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  21. emmanounoudu60
     
    Me when I charge my Nikon, it shows 2% battery, but 1 hour later it still shows 2%!
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