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DJI Spark Camera Replacement

Introduction

If you need to replace the camera of your DJI Spark (model CP.PT.000903) because it is no longer taking photos or recording as required, use this guide. The camera of the DJI Spark allows the user to take photos with a resolution of 3968×2976p and videos with a resolution of 1920×1080 at a rate of 30p. If the camera is no longer working, it may be unable to save any new videos or pictures taken, or may not be able to take photos or videos at all due to damaged cables.



What you need

  1. DJI Spark Camera Replacement, Propellers: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Push down on the propeller that is being replaced.

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  2. DJI Spark Camera Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 DJI Spark Camera Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Twist the propeller until it feels loose.

    • Pull on it until it comes off.

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  3. DJI Spark Camera Replacement, Battery: step 3, image 1 of 3 DJI Spark Camera Replacement, Battery: step 3, image 2 of 3 DJI Spark Camera Replacement, Battery: step 3, image 3 of 3

    • Flip the drone over.

    • Grip the left and right sides of the battery.

    • Slide firmly forward until it pops out.

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  4. DJI Spark Camera Replacement, Lid: step 4, image 1 of 3 DJI Spark Camera Replacement, Lid: step 4, image 2 of 3 DJI Spark Camera Replacement, Lid: step 4, image 3 of 3

    • Flip the drone over.

    • Remove the four 1.5mm Hex screws.

    • Remove the two 1.5mm Hex screws near the camera head.

    • You may need to remove plastic nubs from the hex screws using a spudger first.

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  6. DJI Spark Camera Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 3 DJI Spark Camera Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 3 DJI Spark Camera Replacement: step 5, image 3 of 3

    • Hold the drone so the lid is facing up.

    • Insert the plastic opening tool into the side of the drone.

    • Slide the tool around the perimeter until you can lift the top off.

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  7. DJI Spark Camera Replacement, Camera: step 6, image 1 of 2 DJI Spark Camera Replacement, Camera: step 6, image 2 of 2

    • Disconnect two gold antenna next to the internal GPS while removing the motherboard.

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  8. DJI Spark Camera Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 3 DJI Spark Camera Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 3 DJI Spark Camera Replacement: step 7, image 3 of 3

    • Remove all the Phillips #0 screws attaching the motherboard to the drone.

    • It is the piece with both the fan and GPS module on it.

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  9. DJI Spark Camera Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 2 DJI Spark Camera Replacement: step 8, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the 3.0 mm Phillips #000 screw.

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  10. DJI Spark Camera Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 3 DJI Spark Camera Replacement: step 9, image 2 of 3 DJI Spark Camera Replacement: step 9, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the two Phillips #0 screws on the right and left sides.

    • Once removed, pull the front facing sensor out.

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  11. DJI Spark Camera Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 3 DJI Spark Camera Replacement: step 10, image 2 of 3 DJI Spark Camera Replacement: step 10, image 3 of 3

    • Gently remove the gimbal along with the camera from the top of the device.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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2 Comments

Good start, but missing many steps and details.

Basil Yokarinis - Reply

I am now going to try and fix my drone. thank you so much

sebasnavarro1116 - Reply

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