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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 Lens Replacement

Introduction

Some things to consider before you work on the Sony Cyber-shot DSC W800 to replace the Lens:

  • The Lens is an integral part of the device and any improper handling can cause issues in other parts of the camera.
  • Be cautious when removing ribbon wires.
  • Be sure to keep track of all pieces that are taken apart.

What you need

  1. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 Lens Replacement, Button Board: step 1, image 1 of 3 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 Lens Replacement, Button Board: step 1, image 2 of 3 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 Lens Replacement, Button Board: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the five 4.0 mm Phillips #000 screws on the back panel.

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  2. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 Lens Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 Lens Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Using the Spudger, remove the back panel from the device.

    • The loose piece circled in the picture will most likely fall off the camera housing.

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  3. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 Lens Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 3 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 Lens Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 3 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 Lens Replacement: step 3, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the two 2.15mm Phillips #000 screws from the circuit board.

    • Gently pull on the ribbon wire from ZIF connector with the tweezers to remove the button board.

    • Ribbon wires can easily be damaged.

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  5. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 Lens Replacement, LCD Screen: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the four 3.75 mm Phillips #000 screws from the LCD back panel.

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  6. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 Lens Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Lift the back panel and separate the LCD Screen by prying it up.

    • Remove the back panel.

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  7. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 Lens Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 2 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 Lens Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 2

    • Gently pull on the ribbon wire disconnecting from the ZIF connector (connecting the LCD screen to the motherboard) with the tweezers.

    • Ribbon wires can be easily damaged.

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  8. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 Lens Replacement, Lens: step 7, image 1 of 2 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 Lens Replacement, Lens: step 7, image 2 of 2

    • With plastic opening tool, gently pry loose the front panel.

    • Separate front panel from the camera housing.

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  9. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 Lens Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 3 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 Lens Replacement: step 8, image 2 of 3 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 Lens Replacement: step 8, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the lens housing by pushing it, from the front, through the housing and lifting it out.

    • Gently pull on the large ribbon wire (connecting the Lens housing to the motherboard via ZIF connector) with the tweezers.

    • Gently pull on the small ribbon wire (connecting the Lens housing to the motherboard) with the tweezers.

    • Be careful not to damage either of the ribbon wires.

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Conclusion

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

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