Nikon Coolpix

[Biccylova]

I have a Coolpix 5200 and the battery compartment door no longer shuts as the tiny plastic catch broken off, has anyone got a clue as to how much this will cost to fix and if it can be fixed?

[Buenchico]

I doubt that it's worth repairing but you can find out the cost by phoning 0330 123 0932 (M-F, 0900-1700, calls charged at the same rate as normal '01' numbers).

DIY, perhaps?
http://www.velocityreviews.com/threads/summary-of-ways-people-fixed-their-nikon-coolpix-camera-battery-door-latch.545422/

[ivor4781]

might look naff but you tried gaffer tape to hold it shut, i know the're sprung to a degree

[rosyposy]

I have the coolpix 3100 and the same thing happened, I took it to a camera shop but they said that it wasn't worth fixing as it would cost so much, shame because altho' I have had it for years it is still a great little camera.However a friend managed to solder the catch back on and I am one happy bunny. There are some really good tips on Buenchico's link tho' which seem worth trying first as I think the soldering was a bit of a faff. Hope you get it fixed.

[Biccylova]

Thanks all your replies, I have some silver coloured duct tape in the shed so will try that first, pity Nikon couldn't have done the job properly and put a decent catch on in the place.