I Bought two BROKEN $1,600 Cameras - But Can I Fix Them?!

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Trying to Fix a "Professional" $1,600 Camcorder - I bought 2 professional level camcorders to see if I could fix them. This is my first time trying to fix a camcorder... or even taking one apart so I probably didn't do things the easiest way... but I did get them apart -- eventually! I love trying to repair new things.
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[@Tronicsfix]

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[@mcstabs096]

Honestly so cool!

[@12345.......]

I ordered a shadow box from Amazon and am going to try a duplicate with an old Droid incredible

[@Tronicsfix]

@@12345....... That's a great idea!

[@PimpTwzt]

To be fair, on cameras with removable lenses the sensor is exposed every time the lense is changed so shouldn't be a problem.

[@stevewaller6577]

Me personally, I would not overcome the urge to put them back together again.

[@benhui9021]

Excellent work! Your video reminded my childhood life. My father was a camera repairman fixing all kind of mechanical camera back in the sixty and seventy. I used to sit next to him and watch him taking the camera apart, fixing the problem and putting it back together. When we came to the US in 1977, he tried to get a job in a camera repair shop. The owner gave him a shoebox with a fully disassembled camera full of lose parts and asked him to put back together. He sat down, rolled up his sleeves and one hour later, a fully functional camera was put back in the shoebox. He got hire right on the spot. Look forward to more camera fixing video.

[@Tronicsfix]

Your Dad is impressive!

[@pextor]

Canon should use the perfect amount of loctite to hold those screws in.

[@Tronicsfix]

Agreed! I should have put some on but didn't even think of it for some reason.

[@herrakaarme]

@@Tronicsfix Yeah, I immediately thought that you should have added some to those loose screws of the second camera, especially if you are planning to sell it. Maybe you could still go back to it and do it. You didn't need to dig nearly as deep as with the first camera, so it shouldn't be as nerve-racking.

[@Max-uv3eg]

@@andymouse you could see the Loctite residue on the screws that came out of the second camera, so they definitely used some. No idea though how the screws ended up in there.

[@idahofur]

I call that bad design. I see it tons in laptop monitors and cases. Screws just falling out and moving around missing.

[@polendri4812]

​@@idahofur One contributor IMO is the misuse of Phillips (cross) screw heads. They cam out easily, which is nice for preventing overtorquing on delicate materials (e.g. drywall, soft wood, plastic, circuit boards), but otherwise it's a liability. Robertson (square) or Torx don't have this issue. Not sure whether it applies in this case though, since I think all the faulty screws might have been binding thin plastic.

[@thedub007]

You're a genius man, these things are so complicated, like onions with how many layers they have, and you make it look easy.

[@rickrolled09]

Cameras are notoriously hard to fix, this is going to be interesting!

[@Tronicsfix]

Yes, they are! That's why I haven't done much with them before.

[@nathanlopez5610]

Congratulations on finally learning enough about fixing cameras to feel confident in making a video on them! I know it’s something you’ve been wanting to do for a while! 🎉🥳

[@Tronicsfix]

Well, I wouldn't say I'm confident but I finally have the time to give it a try.

[@comedian0338]

@@Tronicsfix I'm an amateur photographer and gotta say I loved seeing you switch it up and try tackling a couple cameras. Hoping the numbers on this vid make it worth your time to consider doing more in the future!!

[@Madrrrrrrrrrrr]

He got so lucky with these. I tried to fix one myself but had to open the lens and that destroyed it. But i hope he does more because these are most of the time never fixed because they are so complicated.

[@imanshojaee5109]

"Let's see what kind of damage we can do." TronicsFix Aug 2021

[@TheKrisKing]

The most intense repair i've seen you do, great job!!

[@Tronicsfix]

Glad that came through on camera. It was intense for me as well!

[@RobSchofield]

Of all the videos you've done of repairs, this one has impressed me the most. The sheer nerve required to start, and finish (with decent results) the first one was astounding. Well done, great video!

[@DelphineDofain]

Congrats on fixing those cameras, the good thing with your setup is that it's easy to review footage to put them back together ^^

[@keithwhisman]

Thanks for ruining the video for me now I know how it ends.

[@talalshakur343]

@@keithwhisman You shouldn't read the comments then lol

[@keithwhisman]

@@talalshakur343 lol

[@eljacome]

Nevermind being able to repair them, you being able to assemble everything together perfectly is the most incredible thing on this video, kudos.

[@_Livid_]

You’ve inspired me to fix so much. I started with phones over a year ago when I found this channel, now I’m doing smart watches and gaming consoles as well. It’s really rewarding, and call me crazy but, sometimes fun to fix these devices and see how everything is on the inside.

[@DavorBa]

Nice to see you tackle new challenges! These are some weird malfunctions, like, how do 5 screws just decide to leave their spot ? It must have been an fabrication error, not tightened enough probably.

[@Tronicsfix]

Ya, that was strange.

[@PimpTwzt]

ikr, like what were these cameras doing in their life that they were able to back out so many screws. Must have been some serious shaking going on.

[@daft9097]

That’s what I was thinking too.. a lot of shaking?

[@sdlion7287]

I guess the camera fell with the telescopic part open and broke that plastic parts. They might be retainers for those screws. Since they were broken, with time the screws got loose. That would also explain why it's working now, they might get loose with time and the lens expected movement.

[@xxxxbigdavexxxx]

wow man just wow, really impressed, lots of small stuff going on there and no screws left at the end is always a bonus

[@CallMe_DrWorm]

This is awesome! I already watch your videos quite a bit, but I'd be so game to watch you try repairs on things way outside your comfort zone!

[@Tronicsfix]

I've got more coming!

[@StezStixFix]

Nicely done, Steve! How odd to have those screws pop out like that! I guess either mistreated or poor manufacturing. Or both! 😁

[@batt8001]

I'm now convinced that Steve can fix literally anything

[@asdfasdf7199]

@@lordjaashin bro it's a camera repair vid, relax

[@surelyyeah]

@@lordjaashin just wait until you find out most of the county’s are like that or even worse Nothing is going to chance😔

[@leom9286]

Maybe they should send him up to the Hubble telescope!!!

[@mikeb1013]

Super impressed you managed both cameras. Such densely packed tech. Great work.

[@kaokenx1007]

First off wow! When you got the first one apart I was like “there’s no way I can put that back together!” Kudos! Secondly, love the grid products! Looking at a couple for my office now

[@cxlouisy_7542]

I never saw someone fix a camera... never was I interested in seeing one being fixed.... but I can't stop watching this xD

[@Tronicsfix]

Glad you're enjoying it!

[@raksh9]

As a photographer of over 17 years, I'm watching this with the morbid fascination of an autopsy. The thought of putting this back together is like nails on a chalkboard.

[@thechampeons]

three tips from taking apart complex things that has helped me, 1: use one of those weekly/monthly pill cases. put the removed screws and small parts in the case in the order that they were removed so that when you put it back together you go reverse order/ 2: record video and watch it backwards when reassembling 3. take a break if you are not confident. sometimes doing other tasks or leaving it for the next day, lets your subconscious work on it!

[@BigKyleXXL]

You should try and repair some Texas Instrument calculators. They can be purchased for around $5 each (depending on the time of year) and sell for $25-35 for a Ti-83 plus and $50-60 for a Ti-84 plus.

[@ryanmartie1244]

I love stuff like this and props to you Steve for not trying to swindle anyone. Looks like it works fine, you know it's not 100%. Thanks for being honest.

[@acebanner0077]

I wish I could afford a camera like those you fixed. I love taking photos of things that catch my eye. Great Video. I hope to see the next one

[@taureanPrasanth]

I really love these salvaging videos.... you are a pro Steve!!

[@Tronicsfix]

Glad you like them!

[@ifacepunchppl]

So cool to watch you try something new! Great content, as always!

[@Tronicsfix]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@keenhgod]

That’s absolutely astonishing that your were able to reassemble that! You definitely have a gift!

[@robf228]

You are one brave soul! BTW, I still get tense watching you fix stuff. But I love it.

[@Tronicsfix]

Ha, ha...glad you enjoy it!

[@qbishop1]

So far, my favorite video of the channel. You go at it the same way I do. I don;t stop trying to fix it until i'm convinced that I can't fix it. Thanx for the video.

[@AshLardner1]

that was so satisfying seeing you fix those two incredibly complex cameras!

[@justavian]

Awesome video. I love your game console / controllers videos - but this kind of different content is a great addition. More like this!

[@shoydaru7]

This has been the most exciting of your videos I've seen so far.

[@Tronicsfix]

Wow, thanks!

[@caodesignworks2407]

Massive props for even trying. I've taken apart several Canon Cameras and lenses and they are so tightly built. that first camera took some big fall damage for sure. CA glue with a fixative can usually repair the broken plastic bits nicely.

[@Tronicsfix]

CA glue comes in handy in one of my upcoming videos where I take apart a lens!

[@Keziapurrs]

Those Grid frames were awesome!!!! It would be so cool to have an entire feature wall of handhelds!

[@Tronicsfix]

YES! That's a great idea!

[@tonycronin2296]

Your enthusiasm and dedicated finesse is wonderful to see. The speeded up video is a model for others who feel we must see every turn of every screw. Congratulations on jobs well done

[@nigelscully4138]

That was an amazing video. Well done on the fix I like you didn't think you would be successful in putting them all back together but man you killed it. Great videos very entertaining.

[@Th3OmegaPoint]

Those were intimidating to fix, great job Steve!

[@ChaosAgente]

holy that was for sure the most insane repair i have seen you do what a wild repair good job !!!

[@ez8308]

This is absolutely amazing.. I can't believe people can actually take something apart and put it back together and not end up with missing screws lol

[@thegroove2000]

WOW that grid stuff is such a fantastic idea. Makes me want to hunt on ebay for broken tech to do something similiar.

[@CheapCheerful]

Wow! Great to see you do this seriously complex stuff!

[@dsmmovies]

One of your best videos ever. Well done getting them back together.

[@805atnorafertsera6]

Crazy project, impressive work/patience

[@koford]

Those frame from grid, i love it. Never though it excisted, this is awesome. Thank you for provide link to Grid.

[@Tronicsfix]

Glad you like them! I do too!

[@tecniqe]

It's always a good day when a new TronicsFix video drops!

[@Tronicsfix]

Glad you enjoy these!

[@SURGE101]

First time seeing a tear down of a camera like this, it’s amazing to watch👍great video👍

[@bvanbart]

This was SO AWESOME to watch!! Love your videos!!

[@Tronicsfix]

So glad you enjoyed!

[@cflinger1979]

Great video. I just discovered your channel a week ago and I have been hooked ever since

[@davidmontgomery475]

Love your ability to teach thank you truly

[@smid556]

This was amazing to watch, the skill is mesmerizing

[@mipi_game]

Awesome video, I’m glad you made to repair the cameras, it might be useful for the recording setup 😁

[@PaulBarwick]

Nice change of pace. Congrats on getting both of the working. I would be interested in buying the one you might be selling for parts...

[@Leon.G]

You literally can fix anything! Amazing repair.

[@TimeCodeMechanics]

Great work! And glad to see the XC10 getting some attention.

[@danielkeyes3931]

Wow. Your patience and skills are insane!

[@marisanya]

I really appreciate this video. I’ve been branching off to general electronics fixing myself, as someone who started on N64s and PS1s. I find that there’s so much potential for profit since things like computers are still as straight forwards as consoles but worth more.

[@G3DTrance]

This was awesome! Like watching a suspenseful movie! I was hooked from beginning to end and anxious in every step! Excellent video!

[@Tronicsfix]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@prabhumurugesan1550]

Great Job on working on the camera, you mentioned being intimidated by cameras, but the way you proceeded in addressing the problem shows that the skills and experience you gained over the years are wonderful. By the way, even though it is a video on camera thorough out the video I was looking for the catchphrase of "perfect amount of thermal paste". but i can manage with the one on your Tshirt :p

[@Tronicsfix]

Camera's are pretty intense but I do want to try to fix more now.

[@soymartin]

Well this is a whole new level, congratulations!

[@olcom]

Fantastic job!!! Amazing skills!

[@pouria_s]

Hey steve ,this is actually very nice repair I also do believe in fixing stuffs, you've done pretty awesome repairs which is very hard for most of technicians and require alot of equipments and experiences , i like what you do ,keep doin it You're awesome ❤️

[@kuroihana3228]

Good job as always 👍 You are very good repairman, I can't open such equipment with out reading data sheets or any guidance first Two of them working very well now and just with more tests they will good in hand of professional photographers

[@paulpiatt5610]

Nice! Great job! I commend you, stepping out of your comfort zone and trying something new. Thank you for sharing this video.

[@bourdeaux21]

Nice job! you inspire me everyday to repair all my stuff.

[@notrealrob6363]

On the edge of my seat rooting for these to turn on when you put them back together.

[@auston781]

My guy your confidence with these is crazy I would be so nervous

[@Estib07]

You Sr. are AMAZING at fixing stuff! I love your content and your channel! Going outside of your "expertice field" to fix something new is really difficult! You are a living inspiration to me! Keep up the good work! (By the way, really cool Grid products!)

[@Tronicsfix]

Wow, thanks!

[@daz41262010]

2 pretty awesome fixes great fault finding and working out the problem also putting them two back together I bet wasn't fun but you did it :) well done Steve :)

[@KP101YT]

As always, Well done Steve!

[@JoeyDoesTech]

Amazing job considering you've stepped out of your comfort zone as well! Nice one Steve 😁

[@Tronicsfix]

Thanks! Got a couple more random fixes coming

[@razzikhan1980]

Wakey wakey... what a cool video and what a good effort to make the cameras in working condition. One simple word for this video is just "awesome"

[@fatalerror---]

I love the honesty of tackling this initially. Gonna be a great watch I think. Fingers 🤞 no extra parts. 😂😁

[@Dee_Just_Dee]

4:03 _“I am _*_not_*_ convinced I'll ever be able to get this back together”_ Hah, that's probably what every beginner thinks to himself when approaching console repair (and watching your videos). With these cameras, you just stepped into a new challenge level appropriate for advancing your level of skill! Oh wait, that's the idea, isn't it?

[@FranktheTank319]

Dude, you're a repair god! I was kind of intimidated for you. Luckily the 2nd repair was a lot easier than the first. Also, I was in awe when you found those missing parts in the housing for the lens. Great work. I definitely enjoyed watching this one.

[@dougdennis3302]

Favorite video of yours in a long time…glad to see you step outside of your comfort zone

[@m4heshd]

I consider this an absolute win. I don't know about anybody else but I'm going to bed pretty satisfied. This was like meditation.

[@stephanc7192]

Your hands are amazing! Well done!

[@mtshark7]

Well done Steve!👏

[@fiyahblaze8732]

Amazing video would like to see more variation like these.

[@jreinel1966]

This guy is a genius of electronics,definitely..great job..!

[@greasemonkey5637]

A very interesting video, I enjoyed the difference from your usual console videos.

[@FranLMSP]

Not gonna lie, sometimes this videos are kinda stressful lol. I really appreciate the work that you guys put on this repair channels!

[@ricardolmendes]

I'm enjoying these videos outside the regular switch/xbox/ps regular content :) And boy! disassembly these compact cameras is highly stress inducing xD

[@davewatson2018]

Man Steve I'm still waiting on you to fix some old game consoles but man you do some damn good work! Keep it up!

[@waynegregory9512]

I enjoyed watching this video this was so different to your normal video repairs and camera repairs is not easy.

[@skeki]

WOW respect man ...good relaxed hands xD

[@epicplayer0219]

I never knew that professional cameras like this have a fan that’s amazing.👍👍

[@jfmaddocks]

Very impressive work!

[@gooseman247]

The level of skill is incredible here. Really good video.

[@Tronicsfix]

Thank you

[@ouba90]

I am glad for you! Keep going on making good videos like this :)

[@Tronicsfix]

Thank you! Will do!

[@Mopantsu]

Your videos made me confident enough to take apart my Odin vaporizer in order to clean up gunk that was stuck behind the display. A very simple fix that took me about 30 minutes :)

[@rumblingprune1525]

Great job Steve I knew you could put the camera back together. never say you don’t have confidence in yourself.

[@dave_s_vids]

This gave me flashbacks to replacing the aperture diaphragm on a Canon 18-75mm lens; that was an absolute nightmare to reassemble! Good job :)

[@squwilf]

I think this is one of my favorite videos you have done.

[@Tronicsfix]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@laloramos]

Amazing work, thank you for the video..

[@krayzie7022]

Crazy. I've always thought fixing cameras was extremely hard. Great job fixing them.

[@danishprince2760]

Interesting video! Nice to see something completely new :D

[@Tronicsfix]

More to come!

[@pbag9560]

Great fix Steve, 👍

[@trevked]

best video so far, well done!!!