Canon T series 1983 - 1990

[LtDave]

i was gifted this from a friend who got it from his uncle, who had no use for it.

too bad its basically an interchangeable lens, point and shoot.

its fully automatic. came with the two sigma brand lenses (with their own cases).

28-80 f3.5~4.5
75-250 f4~5

 

[Andreas Thaler]

Nice to see you again Andreas! All the best in your interesting projects! Please visit us here when you can!

Thank you very much! I'm back

 

[kingbuzzie]

I use a T90 (you HAVE to use it or it gets the damn EEE error!) and a T70. The T70 is a small, wonderful underrated camera that flies under the radar so shhhhhh on that one. I have a set of tokina AT-X pro zooms along with a canon prime 50 and sigma wide.

 

[kingbuzzie]

I loved my T90 back in the day, but it started doing the EEE message and I stopped using it. Fast forward to a couple months ago when I bought a T90 on eBay because it had been recently serviced and was supposedly in great condition. It was and it shot a roll of film perfectly. Then the weirdness started happening. I didn't get any EEE errors but suddenly the camera would make a soft humming noise when you press the shutter button but it never took a picture. I ended up sending it back but along the way I tested some things. What was 100% reliable in getting it to fail was using Energizer lithium batteries. You would put them in you would take a couple shots and everything seems fine, but leaving them in the camera overnight with it off caused it to lock up the very next time you try to use it. Apparently there is something about the amperage in those batteries that causes issues. I used some 1.2v Eneloops in it and it was fine. They even funnier thing is that the eBay auction listing specifically recommended you use the Energizer lithium batteries. I guess they never left it overnight huh?

If you want to use a T90 keep this in mind. May save you a few headaches.

WOW! So I've been causing my own error all this time by using energizer lithium batteries? Just wow. Good to know.

 

[Andreas Thaler]

I use a T90 (you HAVE to use it or it gets the damn EEE error!)

The cause of EEE/HELP on the T90 is usually dirty shutter magnets or a sticky damper that causes the shutter curtains to stick together. Moving the shutter won’t help in the long run and can even cause damage if the shutter is forced against resistance (sticky damper). You can clean it from the outside, but the problem is only truly resolved once the shutter is removed and cleaned. Unfortunately.

 

[LenB]

I received a T90 that I bought from an eBay seller in Japan. It was sold as MINT. It didn't look quite mint in the photos, but not too bad. It seemed okay for the price.
The first thing that happened? EEE and HELP inside the viewfinder. I hadn't paid close attention the the EEE discussions here. I somehow was able to get it out of that state through random button pushing and other movements. I searched online later and found out the deal with EEE. As far as MINT goes, oh my goodness, it is far from that. The top is cracked, the lens mount is loose, there is corrosion in the battery compartment. There are other defects as well. I contacted the seller and he agreed to give me half my money back. I want to get it working better but I think it will not ever be a camera I rely on. That's not a problem and I am enjoying learning about it. I can see why people like it. I have to agree that the user interface is better on the T90 than on the T70. I also like the increased EI range, faster motor drive and faster shutter speeds. Since it is mainly a backyard bird camera, it fills the need. Hopefully, I get enough use out of it before it ceases to work. I am using Duracell batteries in mine. Until I can clean it out properly, I'm not leaving the batteries in it. I won't pollute the thread with photos of the ugly bits on the camera.

Good thread!

 

[Andreas Thaler]

@LenB

The T90 deserves a little care

Canon T90: Guide for service and repair work

 

[kingbuzzie]

The cause of EEE/HELP on the T90 is usually dirty shutter magnets or a sticky damper that causes the shutter curtains to stick together. Moving the shutter won’t help in the long run and can even cause damage if the shutter is forced against resistance (sticky damper). You can clean it from the outside, but the problem is only truly resolved once the shutter is removed and cleaned. Unfortunately.

I've had mine serviced twice by a canon factory trained service tech (both for the EEE) before learning how to do the screwdriver magnet trick myself. It couldn't be dirty, I just don't use it enough to cause that.

 

[Andreas Thaler]

I've had mine serviced twice by a canon factory trained service tech (both for the EEE) before learning how to do the screwdriver magnet trick myself. It couldn't be dirty, I just don't use it enough to cause that.

Using the screwdriver trick, you can activate the mirror release solenoid, which is usually dirty as well. This strengthens the opposing magnetic field during release, which helps the contact surfaces separate. But that doesn’t solve the problem. To fix it, you'll need to remove the solenoid and clean its contact surfaces.

But that has nothing to do with the shutter. Except that the two solenoids there function similarly and may be affected by the same problem.

As far as we know, the dirt or contamination is caused by the outgassing of lubricants inside the camera. This has nothing to do with usage.

 

[LenB]

@LenB

The T90 deserves a little care

Canon T90: Guide for service and repair work

WOW! I was looking at your recent uploads here right after my post. I walked away for a bit and this message greeted me. I am so grateful for your contributions here. I can't believe the depth of info and attention to detail. I repaired pre-press equipment, photofinishing equipment (mostly) and even some medical equipment. Seldom did I have material like this as a resource. There was only one person who I worked with over the years who documented his discoveries the way that you have shared here. I look forward to fixing this T90 and you have inspired me do give it a deep dive.

Thank you very much!

 

[Andreas Thaler]

WOW! I was looking at your recent uploads here right after my post. I walked away for a bit and this message greeted me. I am so grateful for your contributions here. I can't believe the depth of info and attention to detail. I repaired pre-press equipment, photofinishing equipment (mostly) and even some medical equipment. Seldom did I have material like this as a resource. There was only one person who I worked with over the years who documented his discoveries the way that you have shared here. I look forward to fixing this T90 and you have inspired me do give it a deep dive.

Thank you very much!

Thanks you your feedback! I'm glad my posts are helpful

Enthusiasm is everything

 

[Tony-S]

I have a dead T60, the last of the FD mount cameras and made by Cosina.

 

[kingbuzzie]

I did the bulb setting / pull batteries out trick on the t90 today. Felt odd doing it, but if it slows the EEE so be it.

 

[Andreas Thaler]

I did the bulb setting / pull batteries out trick on the t90 today. Felt odd doing it, but if it slows the EEE so be it.

What problems is your T90 having?