Professional Canon 500D (Rebel T1i) Repair
Why Choose Us for Canon 500D Repair
We fix what others couldn’t — or can’t.
Same-Day Repair
Original Parts
1–3 Month Warranty
Professional Team
Canon EOS 500D Service Prices
Prices exclude spare parts. Component-level repair whenever possible. Express queue available.
- Diagnostics – $0 if repair approved / $50 if declined
- Express repair (same day) – +50% to selected service
- No power / random shutdowns (rails, fuses, DC-DC) – from $155
- Main rear LCD module (3.0″) replacement – from $120
- Shutter assembly replacement – from $205
- Mirror box / sub-mirror alignment – from $135
- AF unit clean + calibration – from $110
- Pop-up flash repair (Err 05, weak burst) – from $95
- Hot shoe contacts / sync circuit rework – from $80
- SD/SDHC card slot pin repair – from $95
- USB 2.0 (Mini-B) port replacement – from $95
- HDMI (Type C) port replacement – from $110
- Main dial / buttons / mode switch service – from $90
- Weather-seal refresh (doors, gaskets) – from $75
- APS-C sensor cleaning (wet swab + dust map) – from $55
- Body deep clean (ports + exterior) – from $50
- Battery door / latch repair (LP-E5) – from $65
- Main board / power regulation repair – from $170
- Firmware recovery / stuck on logo – from $85
- Lens mount & bayonet service (EF) – from $110
Final cost depends on fault complexity and parts availability. Each repair includes full testing and a written warranty.
Typical EOS 500D Issues We Fix
- Err 99 after release — lens/body contact, shutter path, or PCB fault; we isolate and service.
- Err 20/30 — mechanical shutter or mirror drive; assembly repair or swap.
- “BUSY” with pop-up flash — slow recycle or flash driver; cap/driver test and fix.
- Built-in flash won’t pop/fire — stuck hot-shoe microswitch or flex; clean/rework.
- Mode dial shows wrong mode — dial sensor or flex wear; re-index or replace.
- Stuck on logo / boot loop — firmware/boot partitions; service reflash and NAND check.
EOS DSLRs — Error Codes Quick Hints
| Code | Meaning | First Aid |
|---|---|---|
| Err 20 | Mechanical fault | Power cycle; remove battery/lens; service mirror/shutter if repeats. |
| Err 30 | Shutter problem | Fresh LP-E5; inspect blades; likely shutter replacement. |
| Err 40 | Power/electrical | Clean contacts; avoid hot-plug; board diagnostics. |
| Err 70 | Data/processing | Reset; new SD card; firmware/board service if persistent. |
| Err 80/99 | General/image fault | Stop use; full diagnostics to isolate shutter/sensor/firmware path. |
Pro Tips for EOS 500D
- Use SDHC Class 10; avoid microSD adapters.
- If “BUSY” with pop-up flash, wait for recycle; repeated timeouts need flash driver service.
- Keep hot-shoe rails clean; the microswitch under the rail can stick and block the pop-up flash.
- Rotate the mode dial through all positions if modes misread; if it returns, book service.
- Store LP-E5 at 40–60% charge; occasional full cycles help gauge accuracy.
FAQ
1. Camera won’t power on or dies under load.
We test LP-E5 health, charger comms, fuses, and DC-DC rails, then restore the failed stage.
2. Err 99 shows intermittently.
We check lens/body contacts, shutter path, flexes, and main board. We rework or replace weak parts.
3. Pop-up flash won’t fire or Err 05.
We service the pop-up unit, free the hot-shoe microswitch, and validate the driver and cap charge.
4. “BUSY” message blocks shooting.
We test flash recycle timing and power path. If normal, we inspect the flash driver and wiring.
5. Stuck on logo / boot loop.
We perform a service-level reflash, verify boot partitions, and check NAND integrity.
6. Mode dial selects wrong modes.
We re-index the dial sensor, replace worn flex if needed, and test detents and logic.