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Chas_T · 07-13-2006, 03:44 PM

Buzz,

I purchased the G-6 from Beach Camera and I think the extended warranty was around $50-$75 for 5 years. It's been a while since I made the purchase, so the dollar amount is an approximation, but the time period is correct. The warranty was through Mack. I think the standard Canon warranty is 1 year, but that may not be correct.

I would agree with "Man" on every manufacturer having issues with their product, but it seems you want a camera that is durable and can take a kerplunk on occasion. Perhaps there are other companies that make more durable products in this area. I always had good luck with Canon and Nikon in my lifetime.

Although I am very careful with my electronics, the SD400 did log some miles domestically and internationally. At the same time, I used it frequently on our new child and took numerous photos of our newly constructed home. I never dropped it nor did I abuse it. However, it did image 1000's and 1000's of digital images and the lens itself retracts and extends every time you use it. Perhaps it was just a lot of use that created its downfall.

For me, the money was well spent, even if the camera died as it captured our personal lives and travels. I'd recommend Canon again to anyone even with the error. Hope this helps.

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Chas_T Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Local Time: 10:07 PM Local Date: 08-29-2008 Posts: 765	Re: Cannon A620 and "E18 Error" Buzz, I purchased the G-6 from Beach Camera and I think the extended warranty was around $50-$75 for 5 years. It's been a while since I made the purchase, so the dollar amount is an approximation, but the time period is correct. The warranty was through Mack. I think the standard Canon warranty is 1 year, but that may not be correct. I would agree with "Man" on every manufacturer having issues with their product, but it seems you want a camera that is durable and can take a kerplunk on occasion. Perhaps there are other companies that make more durable products in this area. I always had good luck with Canon and Nikon in my lifetime. Although I am very careful with my electronics, the SD400 did log some miles domestically and internationally. At the same time, I used it frequently on our new child and took numerous photos of our newly constructed home. I never dropped it nor did I abuse it. However, it did image 1000's and 1000's of digital images and the lens itself retracts and extends every time you use it. Perhaps it was just a lot of use that created its downfall. For me, the money was well spent, even if the camera died as it captured our personal lives and travels. I'd recommend Canon again to anyone even with the error. Hope this helps. Last edited by Chas_T : 07-13-2006 at 03:57 PM.