DIY Camera Repairs; Should I, or Not? A must read before you get started

This is a tricky question, even for the technical experienced person.

You may have seen videos on U-Tube, which make it look so easy and straight forward. But is it really?

Let's have a closer look and start with common sense. Firstly, an expert in any field of endeavour can make it look so easy, that's why he/she is an expert. Secondly, most videos are well prepared, rehearsed and edited for best results. Now, let's have a closer look at the details.

Even during my 25years experience I sometimes have challenges in completing some repairs. This doesn't have to be a technical or knowledge problem, it could be a general and basic issue like the availability, or over the moon prices for a service manual, spare parts or special service tools and equipment.

Let's get technical

First of all you may want practice disassembling and assembling a camera, which is written off. So if you can't pull it apart properly or have problems in putting it back together, it doesn't matter. Keep in mind that assemble procedures can be unique to every camera model. Screws can be hidden even under stickers and doors. Housing parts are often clipped together. You have to apply the right amount of pressure to pull it apart.

If you are new to this, I strongly suggest you document every step with a camera. This will help, when you put things back together.

Before you get started, you have to be aware of the following things, which can happen:

The camera can be worse off as it was before you started to undo the first screw

You can't get it back together as it was

You can't locate or repair the faulty components

The camera has multiple faults

No spare parts available or you can't buy the parts you need

The part price is as expensive as a new camera

You accidently brake something

Preparations before you start working on your camera:

Make sure you can get parts

Have the right tools

Take notes or photos as you disassemble the camera

Watch screws: length, head, thread and color

Obtain service manual and follow procedures, if you can

Summary

If you are new to camera repairs, use the points and steps above as a guide.

Start with a cheap camera you can afford to write off, if things go wrong.

I wish you great success with the camera repair. If you do get stuck or even before you start, take advantage of our 'Free camera advice'section on our camcorder blog.

DIY Camera Repairs; Should I, or Not? A must read before you get started

By: Thomas Klose

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