I'm sure (or at least I'm hoping) that the remedy to my problem is something simple that I've just overlooked.
I need to take some pictures of somethign to post in the yardsale. Well, I finally found my camera, and it doesn't want to work. When I switch it into picture taking mode, the screen is black (no, the lens cover is not on). At first I thought it was the batteries, so I bought fresh ones....same issue. I would assume that the Camera was broken, but when I switch it into photo viewing mode, all of the images saved on my CF card come up with no problems at all. I've expiremented with the settings, but it hasn't made any difference. The model is a Canon Powershot something-or-other (A30?, I think).
The camera has never been stored anywhere other than in a closet in my home, where neither temperature nor humidity should be a concern. What would cause a camera (that was never used very much) to stop working or go black after only about four or five years? Is it just a setting or something?
Any input is very much appreciated!