I know from previous posts there are a number of past or present users of the Sony RX 100 series on here. I wonder if anyone can help me?
Mine is the Mk 1 version which has worked faultlessly for 8 years. I've not felt a need to upgrade. Yesterday I switched it on after a couple of weeks non-use. First I saw a weird regularly patterned image on the screen - like a mosaic of multi-coloured 5 barred gates. Then I couldn't switch the camera off to retract the lens. Taking the battery out and replacing it with my (fully charged) spare allowed me to retract the lens but it immediately extended out again. There seems no way I can keep the lens retracted, and no way I can use the camera to take pictures or review old pictures stored on the memory card. The memory card reads correctly in my laptop.
Has anyone had a similar experience? Is it time to retire my trusty Mk 1 version? Or can you suggest a repairer who might be able to correct the fault economically? Realistically, the camera now has limited resale value even if working perfectly.
Many thanks for any ideas.
Martin