lens-error Troubleshooting

Lens error / cannot focus on the Nikon D780 Vollformat Digital SLR Kamera mit Nikon AF-S 24-120mm 1:4G ED VR (24,5 MP, 4K UHD Video incl. Zeitlupenfunktion, 3,2 Zoll neigbarer Monitor mit 2,4 Mill. Bildpunkten, SnapBridge)

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The camera reports a lens error or fails to focus, often from a jammed lens or a dirty sensor.

How to fix Lens error / cannot focus

Restart the camera

Turn the camera off, remove the battery, wait 30 seconds, and power back on.

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Difficulty: ★ Est. 2 min

Clean the lens mechanism

Gently clean the lens barrel and mechanism to remove dust.

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Difficulty: ★★ Est. 10 min

Replacement parts for the Nikon D780 Vollformat Digital SLR Kamera mit Nikon AF-S 24-120mm 1:4G ED VR (24,5 MP, 4K UHD Video incl. Zeitlupenfunktion, 3,2 Zoll neigbarer Monitor mit 2,4 Mill. Bildpunkten, SnapBridge)

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