A few weeks ago, our digital camera died on us. Actually everything works except it can’t take pictures. All I get are pure black images and the occasional streaks. I was all set to throw it out until I saw this article which talks about expected digital camera failures for most brands if the unit was manufactured between 2000 and 2004.
If you’re having similar problems, go have your camera checked out by an authorized service center. Most manufacturers have issued their own notices. In our case, Canon will be making the repairs for free. Looks like I dodged a P20K bullet. At least for now.