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[@ronstowell2163]

Very well done, good commentary and no useless music!

[@CameraRestore]

Thanks!

[@delcambrem]

I completely agree

[@tianxianglan1613]

Thank you for teaching me how to dismantle and maintain the 5DMARK2. Now I can boldly disassemble the camera and clean it up.

[@CameraRestore]

Thanks, glad to hear that. Please consider to share this channel on other platforms you are frequenting.

[@RavinderSingh-ft5dw]

Superb work dear

[@CameraRestore]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@STenUetratioU]

Wow. Your videos are awesome. I probably never seen better videos of device disassembly. Thanks, it helped me alot.

[@CameraRestore]

Hey, thanks. Great to hear!

[@Chris1260]

This is a Very well done video as far as it goes! One of the main failure issues with electronic lenses is communication from the body either aperture, focus or stabilization, and repair involves replacing the Lens Contact Bridge Assembly (CG2-2311-000). I encourage covering this as many will find it helpful (and your production quality is excellent!)

[@CameraRestore]

Hi Chris, thank you for your message. Regarding the communication issue, there's one thing that I would have to say, the lens contact shoe tends to worn out significantly more than the camera contact shoe, don't know in your case, but to me, replacing the camera contact bridge happened extremely rare, and that because of a physical damage (pins stuck) or water damage (oxidation), at least on Canon cameras. Also, another big factor is the lens mount lock hole, with time tends to worn out if not used with care, and the lens connection may get out of its position, furthermore there is bad communication with the camera. Anyhow, that's a good point, this problem could be covered on a video regarding camera and lens communications issues.

[@shown94]

This video really help me to repair some part of my camera ❤️😊

[@CameraRestore]

Glad to hear that!

[@shown94]

@@CameraRestore 😊✌🏽

[@MrFryfish]

Yes please, show us how to fix or repair blades on the camera box. I do have error 20...

[@CameraRestore]

Put it on the 2024 list 😉

[@aidinborrero6016]

Un video de mucha ayuda. Tengo una canon 5d iii que no enciente ¿podría montar un video para reparar fallas en la 5d mark iii?

[@CameraRestore]

Thanks, got recently a canon 5D mkiii, on the list of videos, I’ll keep you updated

[@kmario29]

That was beautiful, should have seen this before I opened one of my uni's 5DMII. I fixed the pins in the CF port, but now the LCD won't turn on :( everything seems to be in place, but the connecting film seems to be bent and slightly whitish in here 6:40, right there over the black locking piece. Is this film that delicate or could it be because I touched it with no gloves? If broken, what's its name to at least buy it 😢 I was trying to save time and money but now I see I doubled both of them. Hope you see this. Lovely artisan work

[@AtaBoraBasar]

Very good job 👍

[@PurityVendetta]

Wow, incredible video. I work in vintage motorcycles and was completely unaware that it was possible to dismantle and repair cameras and lenses. I'm completely in awe of your work and the accompanying commentary. I own a 5D Mark ii and really enjoyed seeing it's internal works. Would it be possible for you to do a video discussing the tools you use and if it is possible to obtain spare parts. Thank you.

[@CameraRestore]

Hey, thanks, in my pipeline of things, but I'm very busy with some other things at the moment, still, I'm trying to bring back to life this channel. I have a bigger surprise, but wouldn't get that soon, unfortunately. Stay tuned!

[@PurityVendetta]

@@CameraRestore Thanks, I will.

[@Simoncelica05]

Good job!! I would love to see you do a video on canon 24-105 f4 usm!!

[@CameraRestore]

Thanks! Guess what? 24-105 coming soon 😉

[@Simoncelica05]

@@CameraRestore yess 😁🤘🙏🏻 wating for my parts to fix my lens, hopefully the video will be out by then 😅

[@davidheffes4384]

Your explanation was nice and clear, thank you! I need to change tripod damaged nut and 1- I do not sure I can open (only)the bottom cover. 2- where you suggest to buy a replacement nut. Thank you in advance

[@CameraRestore]

Hi thanks, you will need to take off the back, front and bottom covers. I might have the replacement in case you’re interested. Check out my info page for contact details.

[@MrFryfish]

I think we can put the screws back by unscrewing them couple of times. Like that we cannot put that part back and/or loose them, neither miss place them. BUT, do you know how the sensor can be repositioned once I get to it and replace the mirror box reflector motor unit for CANON 5D MARK II.. On my camera the is faulty, having Error Code 20..

[@CameraRestore]

If you have a shutter failure but the original blades are not damaged then you will need to replace the whole shutter. Replacing the shutter will fix the problem only when the blades are damaged, otherwise the mechanical part of the shutter is compromised.

[@NhanNguyen-gb3du]

Hi Thank you for your excellent video and I have a question. I wonder just some of Canon 5d mark 2models have memory slot on-off switch or all of them have to have it. Because it seems my camera does not have one. Thank you for your time

[@CameraRestore]

Hi, if you meant power off switch when opened, yes it does.

[@TheJackMarcin]

Theres a piece of rubber thats next to the door that runs a cable for a dummy battery. That poece of rubber broke off. Is this a difficult repair?

[@CameraRestore]

You will need to take off the left side, back and bottom coves to change that little rubber. Following the steps up to minute 20:00 you will see how to do it.

[@HMChristoph]

Hej, thanks for that video 😊 My 5d doesn't start up and shows empty battery. Do you have a suggestion? Power board? Thanks!

[@CameraRestore]

I will start with DC/DC power unit.

[@theblackarrow]

Amazing breakdown video and thanks for doing this. My 5D mark i’s hotshoe is intermittent with a godox pro. Direct flash placement doesn’t help either. The intermittent connection is with a sync cable. How easy is it to replace the hotshoe and where do you think I may get the parts? Thanks in advance!

[@CameraRestore]

Thanks, you will need to open up the camera and check if there's any bad connection at the pinpoint from inside. Check this video of the canon 6D where I'm explaining few things on that particular point kzbin.info/www/bejne/o3eUqqZ7o6qUqqM. Before you consider to open up the camera, check that plate that I'm taking off from the hot shoe and ensure is free of rust! You will need to disassemble the back, front and top cover to reach the hot shoe connections. Actually, I'm working on a 5D classic teardown, but it might take me another couple of weeks until it goes online.

[@brahmmeyer1062]

Thank you for this excellent video! Could you please let me know which the correct screwdriver type and size is for these screws, I think it is different from the regular star or Philips type?

[@thechannel8183]

47:09 So what I have to do to not losing calibration sensor and to make the things right?

[@CameraRestore]

Need a special bench tool with a micrometer that can measure 0.001 of a mm. Max tolerance by Canon is 0.040 mm, basically 40 microns, similar to human hair thickness. Not possible otherwise.

[@Meth0z]

quick question... i bought a used 5d mark ii.. with fungus in the pentaprism.. is there a way to get to the pentaprism to clean it?

[@ianfisher4155]

Excellent instruction. Well presented, Thank you. What screw driver do you recommend to remove bottom auto focus unit?

[@CameraRestore]

Hey, did you fix your problem? If not, the autofocus unit needs calibration once it is disassembled, I believe, only canon can do that, unfortunately. What you can do instead, you could get a mirror box with the focus unit ambled, that should solve your problem. Are you sure is that the issue?

[@ing.wilbercalderonm.sc.9254]

Excellent work. I have a question, I hope I have time to answer. The on/off switch on the 5D Mark II camera I use is stuck in the ON position, so I can't turn the camera off and I can't activate Quick Control Dial 1, how can I fix this? I appreciate your shared experience. Greetings from El Salvador.

[@CameraRestore]

Could be the back cover connector slightly off. Did you drop it? Was the camera opened before?

[@godisnjiodmor]

Here's the translation: "Hello, I'm trying to repair the 5D Classic. When I insert the battery and close the cover, the red light doesn't flash like it used to. The battery works in another camera (original). I checked the 1.5A fuse beneath the display - it's fine, showing 0 ohms. 3A fuses I don't know where they are located. I've been working on it for a year and I don't plan to give up. When I insert the battery, it gives no signs, and I've checked all three switches. Thanks."

[@Penpal]

I'm going to begin trying to repair my model, it no longer powers on and does not offer any indication that any power is getting through, the access lamp does not flash when turning it on. I think I should be checking the power board to see if a fuse is blown?

[@CameraRestore]

That would be a good start.

[@TomSidProductions]

Got this camera for cheap from an industry flea market, only issue is two pins in the CF slot are bent. So I'm going to follow this and another guide on getting to the reader, unbending the pins. And then I'll get my camera working.

[@CameraRestore]

Did you fix it

[@beplh5242]

How do you keep the screws organized?

[@CameraRestore]

I get this question quite often, I will make a dedicated video for this.

[@clearviewblue]

Do you cover replacing the microphone port part no Canon CG2-2283 MIC PCB?

[@CameraRestore]

59:52

[@caulacau2318]

Great, very useful video, thanks! Quick question if I may; to change the Outer LCD Display Glass on this camera do I have to remove the back and do it from the inside or is it done from the outside? Thanks Caula

[@CameraRestore]

Thanks. Not necessarily, you can use a suction cup and a hear dryer without disassembling anything. Worm up the glass (must be hot to touch but not extremely hot) and use the suction cup To extract it. With this method be careful to not touch the lcd, any dirt or hands fingerprints on the lcd would be impossible to clean.

[@caulacau2318]

@@CameraRestore thanks for replying. Much appreciated.🤙👍

[@gkw83]

Any other way to remove to cover if the hidden screw is stripped?possible to remove with the strap holder?

[@CameraRestore]

Don't think so, you will need to drill the head and then remove it from inside.

[@Gonzomateo90]

Is calibration necessary after such a procedure? I can't quite focus and there is some vignette on the edges

[@CameraRestore]

Yes!

[@187onaPigeon]

Hi! The micro switch of the memory card door is broken. Can I do anything to fix it? Can I somehow bypass the check? Thanks!

[@CameraRestore]

Hi, not easy but yes, you will need to de-solder or replace it.

[@Meth0z]

Another question.. what brand are your tools? i keep buying terrible screwdrivers that just damage my screws

[@gkw83]

Also my AF was a little out after i sent it to someone who remove and clean the sensor for me.can it be the sensor is not screwed in properly?

[@CameraRestore]

Why did the sensor need to be removed?

[@andrewdavecalansingin3546]

What is the number of the nikon d3300 IC sir,,,

[@Fetguf]

arghhh the 2 flexcables at 6:34 are mounted in fixed connectors on mine. Cant disconnect them.

[@CameraRestore]

Are you sure?? Check and you’ll find it. Watch carefully the video 😉

[@Fetguf]

@@CameraRestore I'm pretty sure. I had to look in a macroscope, but the socket is white, and very small. It doesn't seem to have any moveable parts.

[@Fetguf]

@@CameraRestore I had a good look at it, and the camera body seems pristine, but..two of the screws was mounted not quit right, and I can see now, that the 2 sockets on the top of the print seem to be missing something...think some one have been here before 😕

[@CameraRestore]

I was about to say that. A replacement of the mounts could fix it. Not an easy job dough…

[@CameraRestore]

Where are you based, I do PCB connectors repair if interested....

[@cafiveohsrockbandremix9254]

I have a 5D MK II and the shutter button isn't working. Autofocus works, but pressing the button further does not release the shutter. Is it common for the contact switch to fail in the shutter portion? I'm hopeful the camera can be fixed by changing out the shutter/aperature wheel assembly.

[@CameraRestore]

Actually not, unless got damaged by moisture or water. On this model, the AF/Shutting is very well build. Are you sure you didn't mess around with the menu in some way? Did you check by setting up M mode on the camera without a lens mounted? Try with a remote control, if that works, very probably the button needs replacement. In case you require the part, drop me mail at: [e-mail], I should have it in stock.

[@malibuguy5187]

What is the best way to wet clean the plastic focusing screen? I assume it can be removed for cleaning but how would you clean it? Thanks.

[@CameraRestore]

The focusing screen is one of the most difficult part to clean, I’ve spent a long time to be able to clean it and even now I may end up failing. One side is shaped with nano-lenses so whatever you touch it with you will end up by damaging it. Maybe one day I’ll make a video about, explaining by text is almost impossible. The only thing you could do is by blowing some air to it with a blower, also the viewfinder optics gets dirty so this is a topic that need a proper video.

[@malibuguy5187]

@@CameraRestore I was planning on removing my focusing screen on my 5D Mark I, which looks easy to do, then rinsing it under luke warm water to get any particles off. I could dry it by patting it down with a micro-fiber cloth or blow dry with a hair dryer set to cool setting. Would this be an acceptable technique?

[@CameraRestore]

It’s up to you if you want to destroy it or not. Consider to read carefully of what I’ve said on my previous message.

[@jamesbuckle6077]

I'm trying to identify what board has failed on mine, has no power to any lcd or the eyepiece display. It can activate the shutter but only in certain modes (af failure?). If I plug in the hdmi cable I can get see the rear screen output and see images etc but the camera will not record an image even if the shutter exposes, not even a black image. I believe I found a screw from the lower power board loose inside when I opened it and I'm thinking that board may have been shorted. Thoughts?

[@CameraRestore]

A screw can create lots of damage, it might compromise the motherboard. If you want to give it a try, replace the bottom circuit board. I have the replacement, if you're interested drop me a message, check my info for contact.

[@bradysartdept.6219]

I've got two 5DM2 camera bodies. One doesn't power up, which happened suddenly, during shipping. The other powers up, but nothing shows on any screens, and the shutter snaps slowly. I don't think it records an image to the CF card. Any suggestions?

[@CameraRestore]

First one I’ll focus on the dc/dc power board, second one might be a mainboard damage, try to swap the motherboard from the good one and see what comes out…

[@MiMeSKH]

please tell me where is the orientation sensor in this camera? maybe I missed it.

[@CameraRestore]

Into the menu, you mean?

[@tominjapan4759]

Hi my 5D Mark II suddenly does not switch on anymore. LCD lights up but no menu shows up viewfinder remains empty. On some lenses when I put it on MF the shutter fires the red light blinks but nothing is recorded (40 2.8) when I put it on AF lens does not move and Live View releases shutter. With some other lenses the shutter does not fire at all regardless and view finder is dark (24-105 L) . I replaced the clock battery and tried with 2 different fully loaded main batteries. no difference. DC/DC power board or main board failure in your opinion ?

[@tominjapan4759]

well now when I insert the battery red light flashes continuously...DC/DC or mainboard :) ?

[@CameraRestore]

Did you open it before the fault or just suddenly happened?

[@Vedrajrm]

I found one on eBay but the seller says that the “ground glass” fell off I can see like a translucent white square in one of the photos No idea what that is, she says it’s a ground glass, but couldn’t find anything online. What do you reckon that is? Would it be fixable if I bought it? A reply would be awesome

[@CameraRestore]

Hey, did you buy it in the end?

[@the-entertainment477]

Fungus still on sensor after removing IR filter and cleaning. How can I remove the glass of 5DII sensor to cleaning sensor without any glass? Is it possible or not?

[@CameraRestore]

I’ve gave you the answer (under a different name) on one of Facebook camera group, easiest way is to replace it, if not the only way.

[@andrewdavecalansingin3546]

Hi sir how can i contact you sir and can i have 1 question sir please

Could you tell what´s wrong when error 20 appears on the display and doesn´t get solved by switching on and off, changing lenses or CF disk? I can hear something rattling inside.

[@CameraRestore]

That's related to a shutter failure, but not only, anyhow it is a mechanical problem and not electric. Could you gently lift up the mirror by hand and see if there is any visual damage to the shutter? What's the shutter count?

@@CameraRestore Watching you unassembling so many parts before getting to the shutter makes me getting shaking knees. By lifting up the mirror I can´t see anything unusual or lose parts. The shutter count tells me something around 60.000 but it has to be more because I´ve got mine second hand from a photographer.

[@CameraRestore]

@ haha, unfortunately the camera need complete teardown in order to reach the shutter… Anyhow an expert hand is needed to understand better what is going on with it.

@@CameraRestore I fear so... But is it worth the effort? I mean I could buy another used Mark II for about € 400...

[@CameraRestore]

@ If you get a good service you will have a camera almost like new, cost wise shouldn’t be more than 200€ also you can ask to have the whole mirror box cleaned. In the end is your camera, you don’t know what else you could get out there by just replacing it… Ask around your area…

[@HugoMartins-kf5wv]

at 57:50 the second switch that you refer and the metal part it's also the device that keeps the communication between body and battery, right ? After replacing some batteries, I still have no communication with the battery with this canon 5D MKII.

[@rajendrabiswas]

can you pls help me my display screen is black and I can't see photos or live view mode

[@CameraRestore]

Does the camera take/save proper photos?

[@82973daniel]

hello, mi 5d saca footos de color magenta...como la reaparo?

[@CameraRestore]

Hi there, it might be related with the image sensor or the mainboard, the only way to understand is by replacing one of the two. Another thing you might consider is moisture, open up the camera and check if the flex cables and connectors are clean. If they are clean, then one of the two components mentioned are faulty.

[@andrewdavecalansingin3546]

Beside the 2r2 the small black part sir,,

[@simonepusceddu44]

It looks like the camera has already been opened in the past. Just see the fingerprints left on the LCD cover, and I don't think they were made during assembly by Canon, as they work in a dust-free environment and wear gloves etc.

[@CameraRestore]

Hi, thanks for your observation, as you can see, I also use gloves, just because of that. Apparently this camera was poorly serviced by someone else, anyhow, this is not the idea of this channel. Hope you've learned something from the video.

[@simonepusceddu44]

@@CameraRestore Yes, thank you, your videos are very useful, especially for understanding how a reflex works. Although, this is my opinion, I would never open a camera myself😂. I would certainly make some disaster! Nice work, keep it up.

[@andrewdavecalansingin3546]

Can i contact you in other social platform sir so i can send you the picture?

[@CameraRestore]

Hi sure, drop me an email at: [e-mail]

[@andrewdavecalansingin3546]

I already sent an email sir, I hope i can have a positive result,, and i hope you could seen it 🙏🙏

[@dixiepeachmusic]

hi how all is well do u do repairs

[@CameraRestore]

@@dixiepeachmusic Hi depends, if I have the parts yes. What’s the problem?

[@EAGL3YT]

Hey I noticed it's been a while since you uploaded whys that?

[@CameraRestore]

Hey I’ve beet trough some personal health stuff, nothing serious (I hope) and that slow down me a bit… Lots of projects in my head so hopefully will get back on track soon 🙂 Have some contents that I’m working on so I’ll upload something soon…

[@EAGL3YT]

@@CameraRestore I appreciate the explanation and can I contact you to get some stuff off my chest it's none of your problems I just need serious help and am looking to anyone who might listen

[@CameraRestore]

Hi, if is related with the camera why not post it here. It might be useful for others as well 😉

[@edwardalexander9486]

I felt sick watching this teardown. So complex. All for weddings. Look at the magic of it. If someone said "Yeah, Aliens are working for Canon - they're doing it for a laugh to piss off Fujifilm" - I'd believe them. Nah - it's just not possible our stupid homo sapien mental killers (us) can achieve this.

[@CameraRestore]

love your humor 😀

[@DabblerBabbler]

at 57:50 the second switch that you refer and the metal part it's also the device that keeps the communication between body and battery, right ? After replacing some batteries, I still have no communication with the battery with this canon 5D MKII.