Canon Error Codes

Error Codes

If a camera error occurs, “Err xx” will be displayed on the LCD panel. Follow the instruction below to resolve the problem for respective error code.

If the same error occurs often, something is probably wrong with the camera. Jot down the “xx” error code and take your camera to the nearest Canon Service Center.

If an error occurs after you take a picture, the camera might have missed the shot. Press the <x> button to see if the image appears on the LCD monitor.

Error Code	Countermeasures
Err 01	Communications between the camera and lens is faulty.
	Clean the lens contacts. (p.11)
Err 02	There is a problem with the CF card. Try any of the following:
	Remove and re-insert the memory card. Formatting the CF
	Card. Use another CF card instead.
Err 04	The memory card is full. Erase unnecessary images in the card
	or replace the CF card.
	An error other than the above has occurred.
Err 99	Press the shutter button halfway or remove and reinstall the
	battery.
	This error may occur if you use a non-Canon lens and the
	camera or lens does not operate properly.

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