andrewbonner

I recently bought a Tamron 24-70 f2.8 VC to use with my Canon EOS 50e (Elan II), however whenever I try to take a picture the camera locks up and the battery indicator on the camera flashes. My older canon lens works fine. Is this an issue with the lens or a general compatibility issue with the camera, and can it be fixed?

I recently found my mum's old Canon EOS 1000FN, and figured it would be a good camera to use as a relative beginner and hopefully learn a bit more about photography. I have replaced the battery however the camera seems to be dead, there's nothing showing on the LCD screen. I fear having the old battery in for the last 20 years without use may have killed it. Everything else on the camera such as the lens, shutter, and mirrors seem to be in really good condition. Is there any way I can revive it? As a side note if I can get it working, it has the original 35-80mm lens that it came with, however I was wondering if there are any better cheap-ish lenses I should upgrade to, or if that is fine to start out with. Thanks