ronald_johnston

<p>Definitely the "F" word...but hey, very nice shots of it, especially #2. Very nice indeed.</p>

<p>Well, for what it's worth...I just bought an FS-1 on the Bay for $17.00, less than a month ago...and it has precisely the same problems mentioned above. It cannot be the batteries...I'm thinking that I'll send mine to Greg Weber...he has an Auto S3 and FT-1 of mine that he is doing work on currently and if he's in the shop, he answers the phone and will discuss the possible fixes and costs. He will provide a formal quote after he receives the camera and has a chance to analyze the problem. In consideration of the fact that all of the cameras mentioned above have identical problems and no apparent trauma, that points to defective design. Thing is...I love the look and feel of the FS-1 and might spring for the $150 or so to have it fixed...but I may change my mind. Maybe best to list on the Bay and disclose the problems. When I bought mine, I assumed that the owner didn't realize that the batteries were just low and I thought I'd found a bargain. NOT! Oh well, I'll try to remember to post the ongoing saga. In the meantime, if anyone reading these posts has anything additional to offer up, please do...it will be interesting to see what Greg has to say. Regards all...RJ</p>