Finally got around to buying a Canon 300D, so the first results are from Shuttleworth. Was told that my old Sigma 140- 500 might not work with the Digi, it focused and gave meter reading but error 99 was shown when the shutter was pressed. Has anybody had similar problems? I have been told that Sigma offer a upgrade service with some older lens has anybody used the service, is it any good and how long did it take. Thanks in advance for any assistance
DOUGHNUT
By: Niall - 11th June 2004 at 01:28
I contacted Sigma by e-mail last month on the same issue and there reply was, if I had proof of purchase it was £5 p&p, if not £33.99.
Average turnaround was 2-3 weeks from receipt of lens.
Hope this helps.
Niall
By: aerovet - 8th June 2004 at 22:51
Hello Doughnut,
I have the experience that it depends on the age of the lens. My slightly older Sigma APO 400 mm could not be re chipped, according to a list they held at the Sigma service center. Fortunately my 28-105 mm can have a surgery: it will take 4 weeks in Holland and will cost Euro 45 ex tax for everyone..
Good luck with yours !
Aerovet
By: DOUGHNUT - 8th June 2004 at 13:40
Thanks for your help.
Doughnut
By: EN830 - 8th June 2004 at 12:38
I paid £35 for both my lenses, unfortunately they both came back with broken shields.
By: Cargomaster - 8th June 2004 at 12:32
I paid £35 last year and got the lens back within about a week or so.
CargoM
By: Snapper - 7th June 2004 at 23:34
Error 99 is in need of rechipping. If you have the original receipt its free. I think they quoted £35 without. Mine was one of the first, and was back within a couple of weeks.
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