Professional Canon 1200D (Rebel T5) Repair
Why Choose Us for Canon 1200D Repair
We fix what others couldn’t — or can’t.
Same-Day Repair
Original Parts
1–3 Month Warranty
Professional Team
Canon EOS 1200D Service Prices
Prices exclude parts. We prioritize board-level repair before module swaps. Rush option available.
- Diagnostics — $0 if repaired / $59 if declined
- Rush repair (2–3 h) — +50% to selected service
- No power / random shutdowns (fuses, DC-DC, rails) — from $155
- Rear LCD 3.0″ (fixed, non-touch) — from $119
- Shutter assembly — from $199
- Mirror box / sub-mirror geometry — from $145
- AF unit clean + VF calibration — from $112
- Pop-up flash latch / solenoid — from $82
- SD slot pins / controller — from $92
- USB 2.0 (Mini-B) port — from $95
- Mini-HDMI (Type-C) port — from $118
- Mode dial detents / contacts — from $89
- Grip rubber re-adhesive — from $70
- APS-C sensor wet clean + dust map — from $58
- Deep exterior & port detail — from $49
- Battery door / latch (LP-E10) — from $68
- Main board power-path repair — from $165
- Firmware unbrick / boot hang — from $85
- EF/EF-S bayonet & shim calibration — from $115
Final price depends on damage and parts. Every camera is test-bench verified and covered by a written warranty.
EOS 1200D Model-Specific Faults
- Err 01 with kit zoom after minor impact — oxidized lens pins or mount flex; clean and re-shim.
- Flash pops but no light — aging tube/capacitor; flash board service.
- Mirror pad degradation after storage — sticky first curtain timing; mirror cushion replacement.
- Mode dial paint flakes into contacts — intermittent mode switching; dial cleanup and index.
- Loose tripod socket causing flex — base plate repair with metal insert.
DIY Pre-Service Checks
| Symptom | Likely Cause | Try First |
|---|---|---|
| “Card cannot be accessed” | Bent SD pins / weak eject spring | Use full-size SD/SDHC/SDXC; format in-camera; avoid microSD adapters. |
| Black frames in burst | Shutter timing drift | Fresh LP-E10; reset; if repeats, shutter service. |
| USB not recognized | Worn Mini-B port or cable | Short, known-good cable; replace port if loose or intermittent. |
| Soft corners with light lenses | Flange tolerance shift | Bayonet re-shim and AF path calibration on the camera. |
Owner Care for EOS 1200D
- Use full-size UHS-I SD cards; format in this camera for best stability.
- Do not pry the pop-up flash by hand; it increases Err 05 risk.
- Clean the focus screen with a blower only; swabs can mark the matte surface.
- Store LP-E10 at 40–60% charge; cycle fully every few months.
- Keep the hot shoe and battery contacts clean to prevent dropouts on the camera power path.
FAQ
1) Is it worth repairing a Rebel T5 now?
Yes if the camera body is clean and the estimate is under ~$220. Batteries and EF/EF-S lenses carry forward if you upgrade later.
2) Can you add Wi-Fi or Bluetooth to this model?
No native wireless. We can validate Eye-Fi/FlashAir cards or suggest external tether options.
3) Does the 1200D support AF microadjustment?
No user MFA. We calibrate the AF module internally against reference lenses.
4) Can you replace or brighten the focusing screen?
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It’s not user-replaceable. We can service/replace the screen and re-calibrate metering.
5) What’s the safest card size for this body?
SD/SDHC/SDXC up to 128 GB work reliably; format in-camera for best results.
6) My camera drains the battery while off. Fixable?
We run a quiescent-draw test, then repair the leaky rail or DC-DC stage if confirmed.