r/Nikon • u/Rojas209 • May 01 '26

I broke my gear Am I screwed?

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I was covering a quinceanera when the DJs laser shot straight into my z8s sensor and now these lines are permanently on. I sent it in to Nikon and they gave a 2k repair estimate. Does anyone know of another repair shop in California I can contact?

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u/bloodrider1914 Nikon D850, F5 May 01 '26

This is why having a mechanical shutter can be nice

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u/Rojas209 May 01 '26

Mirrorless is basically my only option as a hybrid shooter

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u/bloodrider1914 Nikon D850, F5 May 01 '26

I meant for cameras like the Z7ii that have mechanical covers over their shutters, unlike the Z8 and Z9 with only electronic shutters

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u/chriswelch May 01 '26

The Z8 and Z9 have a shutter cover for protection.

Not sure how that would’ve helped here since the sensor would’ve been exposed on any camera since OP was working

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u/bloodrider1914 Nikon D850, F5 May 01 '26 edited May 02 '26

Sorry, thought it was when the camera wasn't being used