Canon Powershot SD550 Zoom Lens Assembly Replacement

Matthew Theiss et 2 autres contributeurs

Dernière mise à jour le January 28, 2014

1 heure

Modérée

Photos d’action

Outils incorrects

Introduction

Passez à l'étape 1

The lens is the device that focuses the image seen by a camera. Because it is the only moving part, it can easily malfunction, causing blurry pictures or even a camera error.

Ce dont vous avez besoin

Outils

Afficher plus…

Étape 1 Outer Case

Canon Powershot SD550 Zoom Lens Assembly Replacement, Outer Case: étape 1, image 1 de 1

Remove the battery and SD card from the camera.

Traduire

Étape 2

Remove the three 3.8 mm screws from the underside of the camera.
Each of the screws is slightly different, so it is important that you note the original location of each screw.

Traduire

Étape 3

Canon Powershot SD550 Zoom Lens Assembly Replacement: étape 3, image 3 de 3

Remove the 3.2 mm screw from the right side of the camera.
Remove the 2.2 mm screw from the right side of the camera.
One of these screws is hidden under the USB port cover.
Lift the side panel off.
Remove the 1.8 mm screw from underneath the side panel.

Traduire

Étape 4

Canon Powershot SD550 Zoom Lens Assembly Replacement: étape 4, image 3 de 3

Remove the two 2.2 mm screws from the left side of the camera.
Lift the plate from the camera.

Traduire

Étape 5

Canon Powershot SD550 Zoom Lens Assembly Replacement: étape 5, image 3 de 3

Gently lift the rear of the case to remove it from the camera.

Traduire

Étape 6

Canon Powershot SD550 Zoom Lens Assembly Replacement: étape 6, image 3 de 3

Remove the front of the camera body.
Be sure to keep track of the rubber ring.

Traduire

When removing the front, this little clear rubbery piece might fall out.

Cody - 22 mars 2021 Réponse

Étape 7 LCD Screen

Canon Powershot SD550 Zoom Lens Assembly Replacement, LCD Screen: étape 7, image 1 de 3

Canon Powershot SD550 Zoom Lens Assembly Replacement, LCD Screen: étape 7, image 2 de 3

Canon Powershot SD550 Zoom Lens Assembly Replacement, LCD Screen: étape 7, image 3 de 3

Peel the navigation buttons from the button panel and set them aside.
To free the LCD display, remove the 2.9 mm screw in the top left corner.
Rotate the screen clockwise until it lifts away from the camera.
There are two ribbon cables attached to the rear of the screen. Do not try to pull the screen off at this point.

Traduire

After removing the screw, there are two metal hooks overlapping. Once those are separated, it was easy to lift the display. Also, this metal bracket kept falling off.

Cody - 22 mars 2021 Réponse

im a bit confused, what does it mean to rotate the screen clockwise? mine isnt budging, and im too afraid to force it. (ive tried doing all previous instructions)

Fuuv Fugguig - 11 mars 2024 Réponse

Étape 8

To unplug the ribbon cables, pull them straight out of their plugs. Do this gently to avoid damaging the connections.
After disconnecting both cables, pull the screen away from the camera to remove it.

Traduire

During reassembly, I had to remove the button assembly to attach the large ribbon cable. I had to remove these two screws (there is a hidden ribbon cable under the button assembly, be careful)

Cody - 22 mars 2021 Réponse

Étape 9 Image Sensor

Canon Powershot SD550 Zoom Lens Assembly Replacement, Image Sensor: étape 9, image 1 de 2

Canon Powershot SD550 Zoom Lens Assembly Replacement, Image Sensor: étape 9, image 2 de 2

Now the photo sensor is exposed. In order to remove the ribbon cable from its port, first flip up the blue locking mechanism.
After the cable is unlocked, it easily pulls free.

Traduire

Étape 10

In order to remove the photo sensor, you will have to cut through glue and remove screws.
Use a knife to carefully slice through the glue at the tree points indicated. Try not to cut through anything but the glue to avoid damage.
WARNING: Knives are sharp. Treat them with respect.
Now remove the three .15 inch screws holding the photo sensor to the camera frame.

Traduire

Étape 11

Now you can carefully lift up the image sensor and remove it from the camera.
Be careful not to lose the three small springs or the rubber grommet that lie beneath the sensor.

Traduire

Étape 12

You have now successfully removed the image sensor.

Traduire

Étape 13 Flash Bulb Assembly

Canon Powershot SD550 Zoom Lens Assembly Replacement, Flash Bulb Assembly: étape 13, image 1 de 1

Once the image sensor is removed, turn the camera over and find the screw in the bottom right corner.
Remove this .01 inch screw to free the ribbon cables.

Traduire

Étape 14

Canon Powershot SD550 Zoom Lens Assembly Replacement: étape 14, image 3 de 3

One by one, detach the three ribbon cables from their ports.

Traduire

flip up the black locking mechanism on the first ribbon cable before detaching.

Katherine - 27 avr. 2024 Réponse

Étape 15

Pay special attention when removing this connector. It does not pull out like the rest of them. Instead, you must use a spudger to lift the connector vertically out of its slot.

Traduire

Étape 16

Flip the camera over again so that the rear is showing and remove the two .065 inch screws holding the flash unit in place. They should be on the left side.

Traduire

Étape 17

Now you should be able to remove the flash unit from the camera.
When removing the flash, be careful when handling the capacitor. It may contain a powerful charge. Discharge may result in damage and personal injury.

Traduire