If the image is not clear, then the problem may be that particles (dust, pollen, etc) in the air reflected the flash light appeared in the image. This is not a malfunction.

A lot of times, your camera's battery display can show a higher than actual charge, or the battery can drain much faster than normal, causing owners to be surprised when the camera suddenly powers down when it seems to still have charge. Extremely hot or cold conditions, frequent powering on and off of the camera, and extensive use of the microphone, flash, or zoom can all reduce battery life. Clean your battery's terminals with a dry cloth to keep it in good condition and replace an old, run-down battery with a new one if these problems persist.

Hi Reuben, there could be a couple reasons your camera won't turn on. First, the battery could be dead, so make sure that the battery pack is fully charged before attempting to turn the camera on. You might also want to make sure that the battery pack is properly inserted into the device, otherwise it won't function properly.