Article ID : 00112100 / Last Modified : 29/03/2019

The LCD screen is blank or appears dark or black.

    Follow the steps below to troubleshoot this issue.


    1. Make sure the camera is turned on.

      NOTE: If the camera won't turn on, further troubleshooting is required .

    2. If applicable, make sure the lens cover has been removed before taking pictures.
    3. If applicable, press the DISPLAY button several times to see if the LCD back light is working.


      • Depending on the camera model, the DISPLAY button may be labeled as DISP or with a png59523icon.

        This button could be a stand-alone button or incorporated as one of the arrow buttons on a control wheel depending on the model of camera. To know more about the DISPLAY button of the camera, check the supplied manual of the camera.

      • If your camera has a FINDER/LCD button, press the button and make sure the LCD screen displays.
    4. Make sure no Audio/Video (A/V) cables are connected for viewing pictures on a TV; the LCD screen does not display when an A/V cable is connected.
    5. Reset the camera  back to original factory settings.
