Lumix DMC-FX8 problem

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I have a big problem with a Lumix DMC-FX8. The screen is very very dark, you can't see anything on it in normal light. Only when you put it under a strong light are you able to see the screen. The camera itself functions fine its just the display thats the problem. Its my mom's camera and this happened about 2 years ago and I still havent figured out how to fix it. Also I tried resetting it and it didnt work.

Is this a hardware problem or is it just a setting you need to change?

Thanks,
Quick reply appreciated

 

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can somebody help me on this? anybody?

 

[GoCubsGo]

Don't bump your thread. It is likely the display is shot. You can take it in but since it happened 2 years ago it's also likely it's no longer under warranty.

 

[peskaa]

Sounds like the backlight on the LCD has gone. As such, only way to repair it would be to send it back to Panasonic for them to do.

 

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ok thanks