GoPro Hero 4/3+/3 Lens Change - 5.4mm 10MP Non-Distortion Lens Install

[@DangerCell]

Again, excellent video but now we need one on how to put the orange ribbon back!!!!

[@Lightwatervideo]

This video doesn't explain a problem that it looks like a lot of KZbinrs are having. The issue is an orange ribbon cable on the hero 4 black edition that comes loose extremely easily. I had to use a combination of tape and super glue to get that thing to stay in place. Great video, just doesn't mention how difficult it is to get that ribbon cable to stay in place.

[@Firespectrum122]

Can you tell me how to put it back? I can't use my camera again until it's back in :(

[@PeauProductions]

Remove the mainboard from the front faceplate, you will find the small flip-up connector on the front of the main board (backside when taking it apart).

[@Firespectrum122]

PeauProductions Hold on, I'll just give it a try. Thanks for the speedy reply btw

[@Firespectrum122]

PeauProductions It's a bitch to get back in, but I think I can do it. Thanks.

[@noynac527]

Great video. I have a Hero4. Rear screen does not work after disassembly. I have checked and reattached all 4 ribbons. Which connector effects this? Thank you in advance.

[@OfentseMwaseFilmsShorts]

Thanks for this tutorial, followed step by step and got to replace my lens :)

[@vincek217]

PeauProductions Very nice video. Looks like you´re doing this a lot. Is it also possible to remove the plastic ring from the lens and screw the lens out while the rest of the camera is still assembled or could this damage the lensholder?

[@PeauProductions]

Vince Kraus Yes you can remove the plastic black lens surround but then the small tabs in the lens surround are slightly bent meaning it will not be held on as securely anymore. This means attaching accessories to the lens surround will likely pull it off during use. Also, when trying to break the glue holding the lens in the mount you have a good chance of popping off the black ring holding the last lens element onto the lens which means you'll need to take the camera apart anyways to remove the lens (which is damaged beyond use at this point). With that said, we always recommend taking the camera apart as we show in this video. Plus, if you're installing a lens other than the stock one into a new stock lens mount or our Supermount, having the stock lens and mount glued together means you don't have to focus the lens again if you want to swap back to the stock setup.

[@vincek217]

Thank you very much. Sounds like disassembling the camera is the best way to go. I hope I wont damage anything :D.

[@DangerCell]

Help...the gold ribbon you are not supposed to disconnect, disconnected while reassembling...took absolutely zero force...looked like it just fell out. excellent video, but it seems the hardest part is reassembling...could have used a hint as to how not to let that happen...maybe use tape to hold together so it can't get tugged out??? Anyway, any earthly idea how i can possibly get it back in? seems impossible...so flimsy and short...please help.

[@EricGabriel]

+DangerCell Did you get the ribbon to stay in place?

[@twopine33]

Thanks for posting this great video! Once I have done this and installed the 5.4mm lens, is is possible to quickly go back to using the stock lens by simply unscrewing the 5.4mm lens and screwing in the fisheye?

[@PeauProductions]

Yes you can unscrew the lenses and swap them. The issue though is that you need to focus each lens for the depth of field you need. This is done with the HDMI out cable to a large HD monitor. Also, the 5.4mm lens has a long back focal length, so it will stick out of the lens mount. We make a mount that works much better than the stock lens mount, called the Supermount.

[@twopine33]

PeauProductions Thanks, I was looking at your Supermount. But I can't use the stock lens with it, from what I gather.

[@PeauProductions]

Rick Boden Correct. To be honest, most people that convert to the 5.4mm never go back to the stock lens. You're better off having two cameras at that point. If you really want to be able to swap them back and forth you'd need to convert it to a camera that has a metal threaded lens mount, such as the RibCage or Novo setups.

[@twopine33]

Yes, I've been thinking that two separate cameras are the way to go. Thanks!

[@yomomma915]

Peau Productions is the lens more stable in the hero 4? I have had issues with the hero 3+ and 5.4mm lens since it only needs about 1.5 turns in the threadding where the lens has a tiny bit of wiggle room and leads to one side of the FOV being slightly out of focus. Can you give some insight into that?

[@PeauProductions]

The Hero4 uses the exact same lens mount as the Hero 3+ Black camera, so the minimal amounts of threading you mention is still an issue. Our solution is to use our SuperMount which provides many threads for the 5.4mm to firmly thread in straight and not wiggle at all.

[@markshirran1]

Tutorial looks great and easy! Just bought a replacement standard lens for my GoPro Hero+ Black (Dropped on the lens while it was charging after a week of buying it :( ).. I'm assuming everything is the same apart from putting the new lens (attached to its mount) in before assembling rather than threading the new lens in at the end? Thanks! Liked & Subscribed.

[@mohittttttt]

So technically if I get a GoPro Hero 4 Black and have you guys install a lens on it. Will the 4K video come out to be without the fisheye effect?

[@PeauProductions]

Yes. Please watch our other videos comparing the stock lens vs the 5.4mm.

[@artpointmedia]

I need a new lens holder for the gopro4 Black or can I use the old lens holder further?

[@PeauProductions]

***** Depends on the lens you are using. The 5.4mm we show in this video has a large back focal length making it focus further away from the sensor. Since the stock lens mount has only threads at the bottom near the sensor it is recommended you properly secure the 5.4mm to reduce lens movement. We recommend replacing the lens mount with our Supermount.

[@artpointmedia]

ok, so i need a new lense holder for the gopro4 black.

[@felipeatton922]

hey! i just broke my stock lens for hero 4 black. i need to buy from you a new one. im not familiar with this info here, but at least i want the stock one. if there is any other lens that works better, but with the original case, please let me know to order it. thanks a lot! needto purchase asap

[@loganmarksmedia]

The small orange ribbon on the top right is now disconnected after I did this. Can i reattach somehow? Or did I just toast my camera

[@vornet]

Marks Media No need to panic, same thing happened to me. Just lift the connector lock and push it back in with a small flat head screwdriver.

[@HaveDroneWillTravel]

Do you have a printout and recomended distance to set focus? What is the best distance to set "infinity focus" ? My use for my 3.97mm lens is from a drone, if that helps?

[@PeauProductions]

+Have Drone, Will Travel Hyperfocal distance for the GoPro Hero and the 3.97mm lens is 40 inches.

[@HaveDroneWillTravel]

Ahh, thanks I was trying to zero in on things much further...it's my first lens install of many.

[@AlexJenkins]

More of an action cam question. The one I purchased doesn't seem to focus at all. It looks good on the small LED screen but when I play it on my computer, everything is blurred out. Is there a way to adjust this as far as the lens is concerned or does it sound broken?

[@PeauProductions]

That is indeed weird that it's not as focused when viewing the content. The rear screen really isn't large enough to tell the focus properly. I'd contact GoPro and see what they have to say. Otherwise you can break the glue holding the lens in place and give it a small turn to adjust the focus.

[@MrErk714]

Do you have a video on how to replace the lense on hero 3 not plus? And where can I get a replacement lense.

[@PeauProductions]

eric G The procedure is the same, though even easier since there are no ribbons holding the main board to the back shell. Replacement lenses can be seen here: peauproductions.com/store/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=137_139_157

[@MrErk714]

How do you know if it's a gopro hero 3 silver or other

[@PeauProductions]

eric G You will want to look at the front faceplate logo, the 3 will be a certain color (black, silver or white).

[@briffan]

Great video. Can I ask what camera you used to make this video? Is tia Gorpo? I am a surgeon and I would like to use the Gopro but with a zoom lens. Nostrum which lens to go for.

[@PeauProductions]

We filmed this video using a Sony Nex7. Since the focus on the GoPro is manual, you would not be able to bring objects close to the lens like we show in this video unless you twisted the lens each time to adjust the focus. Yes, you can use a zoom lens on the GoPro and it will depend on how much zoom you require. Please contact us through our website so we can help you.

[@JohannVollrath]

Can you get it to infinity focus? and if you can, how close can you be until it begins to get blurry? thanks.

[@PeauProductions]

+Johann Vollrath Hyperfocal distance (infinity) is different for each lens

[@JohannVollrath]

+PeauProductions can this lense be focused to infinity? or do you always have to re-focus for different distances?

[@PeauProductions]

All lenses can be focused for infinity (a lens and sensor combination known as hyperfocal distance).

[@diegomartinez-its22]

Hello , very good video. Could you help? I was broke the lens of my GoPro Hero 4 Silver... But only the outside glass!!! What I can do? Where I buy a new one? In GoPro do not sell these accessories... and my big problem is that I live in Cancun, Mexico . I do not have many options :(

[@PeauProductions]

You will need to replace the entire lens, which we sell on our store. Model of the stock lens is GP29228

[@diver967ALP]

Hi, thanks for your nice technical explanations. I had used to break my front lens so I decided to chance 5.4mm lens but unfortunately while opening H4 body as you explained in the video at second of 03:54 ribbon on the upperleft has opened (not tear off - ribbon removed from its connection point at the board) how can I fix it? Can I use a type of glue? or a small piece of tape shall be a solution? Urgent reply appriciated. Many thanks in advance Alper

[@PeauProductions]

When you separate the main board from the black front heatsink, flip the main board over and you will see the little flip up tab that that ribbon goes into.

[@smartbomb101]

Is the procedure similar to other "Generics" ie the "Ultra Pro X"? Do you offer lens replacement services for these cams?

[@PeauProductions]

smartbomb101 It appears the "Ultra Pro X" is based on a SJCAM 4000 camera. Please see this page for lenses tested to work on those cameras. Modifying those cameras is super easy, just pop the faceplate and lens surround off, grab the lens and untwist. You don't have to undo a single screw. peauproductions.com/store/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=137_190

[@smartbomb101]

PeauProductions Thanks for the info. I'll take a closer look at that system, and probably be looking at ordering some lenses in the near future.

[@MGOSAN3DR]

i noticed that you used the same lens mount back. do i need to switch to supermount if i need to install internal filters to the camera. and for sony as100v what type of dust ring do i need to purchase if I'm installing a 5.4mm lens non distortion? thanks!

[@PeauProductions]

MGOSAN If you want to install internal filters you will want to also purchase our Supermount. The Supermount also provides added stability to lenses that have long Back Focal Lengths like the 5.4mm lens. If you're installing the 5.4mm into a Sony action camera, you will want to use the Dust Ring A. It is the thicker ring that has a slightly smaller diameter center hole. Slide it on the threads before threading the lens onto the camera. When you buy a 5.4mm lens both a Dust Ring A & B should be included.

[@MGOSAN3DR]

thank you. that helps my questions. ill be ordering them soon. great videos by the way!!

[@scstudios8]

Do these replacement lenses you sell have any coatings on them to reduce lens flare?

[@PeauProductions]

scstudios8 We don't have any documentation saying they do or don't from the factories. Most of the lens flare produced by these lenses are a direct result of having a smaller last lens element than the stock lens (the part that you see on the front of the camera). The smaller the last element, the more chances the stray light ray will enter into the iris and make it to the sensor. The stock lens has an advantage that it is about 2x the diameter of the 12mm threaded lens barrel, so many of the light rays never get into the iris. To help reduce the lens flare (should you want to reduce it) we recommend ND filters, Circular Polarizer filters and using one of our lens hoods for the more popular non-fisheye lenses.

[@ELPaso1990TX]

HiI have a gopro and have noticed there appears to be a tiny hair or other foreign object either inside or behind the lens. It's around the top right hand corner and from looking at recent movies seems to be moving further from the edge into the field of view.Could this bit of dirt be inside the lens or behind it? It's obviously very small, what's the best way of removing the dirt if I do removed the lens as I don't want to touch the internal parts?

[@PeauProductions]

You'll need to take the camera apart so you can access the screws holding the sensor board onto the lens mount. Then clean the sensor and back of the lens.

[@airfilm_it]

some questions: with this lens can i use the stock underwater case? Will it works correctly with all resolutions and all FOV's without vignetting?

[@PeauProductions]

Yes, the 5.4mm lens works in the waterproof case. Yes, all resolutions and FOVs work perfectly, no vignetting. You capture the full sensor instead of cropping when using the N (Narrow) mode.

[@officjalnyandrzejski8365]

What is the weight difference with the 5.4mm lens? Thanks!

[@PeauProductions]

5.4mm Lens Weight: 6.3g. That's +0.8g more than stock original lens due to metal threaded body (stock is plastic). Weight difference will not affect gimbal performance.

[@jaccoh]

The video is clear, thnx My GoPro (Hero 4 Black) fell into the water with open housing. So I first put it in a bowl with dry rice. After 2 days I seen this movie and decided to open the GoPro in order to vaporize the remaining moisture out of the lens. And it worked! But I see more reactions from people who accidentally loosened the orange ribbon. So did I :( Still closed the GopRo to see what works (and what not). The ribbon make contact on it's original surface but it's not fixed. I'm glad there is reaction with the Power-button :) But de shutter on top and the button on the side do not respond on touching. What could it be? Is it the loose orange ribbon ?? Can I fix it myself ?? HELP pls

[@PeauProductions]

+Jacco Hulsbos If the side and top button are not working than you will need to re-seat the small orange ribbon.

[@jaccoh]

+PeauProductions Thanks for your reaction. I allready thought it was the ribbon. How do I re-seat / re-connect the ribbon? With a little glue or something? Or just touching the black foil by the ribbon? At least if the ribbon has to be placed on the black foil... that's what I guess

[@PeauProductions]

+Jacco Hulsbos There is a small flip-type ffc connector on the front of the main board under the black tape.

[@jaccoh]

+PeauProductions YESS Found and fixed Thanx a lot

[@scottallen6133]

I just got my lens today from you, it's the 3.97mm for the 3+ silver. Is it the same procedure to install.

[@PeauProductions]

+Scott Allen Yes

[@scottallen6133]

+PeauProductions OK thanks

[@markohara3645]

The White edition has a small metal clip. Do you know where it goes?

[@PeauProductions]

On the bottom right screw hole of the board that has the 30 pin rear accessory (BakPak) connector.

[@SF.photographer]

With the sensor exposed after pulling the old lens out....aren't you worried that dust will get onto the sensor prior to screwing in the new lens?What if some debris falls into the chamber where the threads are and the sensor? What to do? I mean you have a lot of activity going on and with that exposed sensor from the video.

[@PeauProductions]

Just make sure you don't get anything on the sensor before putting the lens back on. If you notice any debris simply remove the lens and clean the sensor. Since the lens will not focus for the sensor it is unlikely small debris will be an issue, only really large debris which will cause black spots.

[@KristianSchumacher2]

Ok, I gave this a go today and seem to have messed up quite badly. My camera is the 4 black and I was trying to do this mainly to use the 2.97mm lens on the 4 for my drone. I seem to have been a bit rough and pulled out the ribbon you point out at 2:54. Trying to reconnect it I have now screwed up even further and the whole connector for that ribbon came off the main board. I am guessing it is a complete write-off, but any salvage ideas would be greatly appreciated. :)

[@PeauProductions]

Link to Hero 4 repair parts: peauproductions.com/store/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=124_170_171 Questions give us a call or email.

[@ppm4551]

I think you bent the top right corner of the face silver plate of the camera at the beginning when you took it out with the screwdriver. You can see it at 7:22...

[@PeauProductions]

Pablo Prats Mira Yes, we slightly bent it. We use our fingernails these days or replace it with a new one if we damage it too much (faceplates are available on our store for sale).

[@ppm4551]

Good to know! Bad for Gopro for doing such weak plate, should be made out of tougher material.

[@PeauProductions]

Pablo Prats Mira I doubt they expected people to be removing the cover in the first place, otherwise they'd be selling replacement faceplates themselves. Really thin plastic is the lightest more economical solution to cover the front of the camera, so their choice in product design and materials falls in line well with their intended use of the camera.

[@0815sdf]

Hey PeauProductions I have some problems to find out the sensor size of the hero 4 black and silver. Somebody is writting this sbd this. Do u know which Sensor size is inlcuded?

[@PeauProductions]

Here is the sensor used in the Hero 4 and 3+ cameras: www.sony.net/Products/SC-HP/cx_news/vol70/pdf/imx117cqt.pdf

[@w4ck02]

I'm having the most difficult time attaching the orange ribbon back since there's no room to push it back into place. The orange ribbon next to the screen that allows the top button and wrench button to be active. Any suggestions?

[@PeauProductions]

+Dixon Wong If the orange ribbon comes out you'll need to separate the main board from the heatsink and flip up the little white connector on the front of the main board, then reinsert the ribbon.

[@winstonnugara5226]

Hi. Great video. I followed it on my gopro 4 black but when I went to close the camera back up I found the tiny orange ribbon in the corner has come out! What is the easiest way to re-insert it? I looked at removing the small white connector with three back wires and then connecting the ribbon first but I am not sure the best way to get that white plug out. Does it just pull out or are there any latched to undo etc as I don't just want to pull it and break it! Any help much appreciated. Many thanks!

[@PeauProductions]

High Flyer If the tiny orange cable comes out you need to separate the main board from the front black heatsink (where the lens mount is attached) and flip the main board over. There is a small black tape over the ting orange connector, pull that off and reinsert the orange ribbon. Reassemble. No need to take the white connector (battery wires) off.

[@winstonnugara5226]

PeauProductions Thank you! I will give be that a go. So I basically unscrew the lens mount and I can then separate the main board from the heat sink?

[@PeauProductions]

High Flyer No need to unscrew the lens mount from the front heatsink. Just separate the main board from the heatsink and flip it over to see the small orange FFC cable connector under the black tape.

[@winstonnugara5226]

PeauProductions Got it. Thanks again!

[@epicenter800]

Thanks for the great video. Where can I get the nice soft pliers you used for the swap? Thanks!

[@PeauProductions]

If you don't have the pliers we show in this video you can use 2 vice-grip style pliers with electrical tape or shrink tubing wrapped around the teeth. Or, even easier is to buy a new lens mount from us and install a new lens in that.

[@timf3545]

Any idea where to buy a replacement lens for a hero4 silver? Thanks

[@PeauProductions]

+Tim “Focus” F Here: www.peauproductions.com/collections/gopro-hero-4-black-silver-lenses

[@CrainRacing]

What is the minimum focusing distance that this lens can achieve by screwing it in or out?

[@PeauProductions]

CrainRacing Depends on which lens you are asking about, but pretty much all of the lenses can be focused on objects that are really, really close. You can twist it to focus on the ridges of your fingerprint.

[@manuelmacedo1651]

What about the video showing you doing this on a phantom 2 vision +?

[@PeauProductions]

bymac3 We haven't made one, but you can watch one here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHSpm5p3qbWkfa8

[@nickdoeseverything431]

Do you need the actual lens mount from PeauProductions to use your lenses? Is there any reason not to just use the one in the stock camera?

[@PeauProductions]

+Nick The stock lens mount allows many different lenses to work, but due to the lack of threads at the top (away from the sensor) you may need to use our Supermount for certain lenses (like the 5.4mm lens) that have a longer back focal length (meaning they're in focus when further from the sensor).

[@danielgronberg742]

Hello i wonder if the 5.4mm lens will fit in hero 3 black? Not plus edition. Is it m12 or what? :)

[@PeauProductions]

Yes all the small lenses are m12. To fit the 5.4mm on the Hero 3 cameras you will need to use our Supermount (peauproductions.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=124_125&products_id=711) to hold it.

[@danielgronberg742]

Or a mount from gopro 3plus or 4?

[@PeauProductions]

Daniel Grönberg Yes, the Hero 3+ and 4 lens mounts will hold the 5.4mm lens, but it will wobble. The Supermount is recommended to hold it more securely.

[@allenampueda447]

Hey I'm planning on doing this mod on my GoPro Hero 4 Black. The only thing I am worried about is in completely removing the fish eye distortion while keeping the same 4K resolution etc etc. What lenses do I need to purchase? Thanks!

[@PeauProductions]

We would recommend any lens with a MP rating of 8.4MP or higher to maintain the 4K sharpness. Right now the most popular lens is our 3.37mm.

[@allenampueda447]

PeauProductions thank you so much for your reply, I will give those a try.

[@FeBreZzYY]

I have a cracked lens, are these better than the original ones?

[@PeauProductions]

Most customers prefer the non-fisheye replacement lenses we offer instead of the stock fisheye lens.

[@clydebroflovsky7905]

Oh & I have a Gpro4 silver would that matter 4 the prices ?

[@PeauProductions]

No

[@pinzgauernorcal]

is this the same procedure for hero3 silver ?

[@PeauProductions]

+Highteckhobbies Yes

[@LucasLAX]

On a scale of 1-10, how risky is it to take off the faceplate? I did it to my old hero 3 white, but the front LCD screen stuck to the faceplate, snapping a cord, rendering it useless. I want to do this mod, but I am worried that the same thing will happen.

[@PeauProductions]

Well, we've never ripped an LCD, so I'd say 0. Weird that your faceplate stuck to the LCD, there should not be any tape touching the LCD. We typically start at the bottom lip underneath the lens and then pop it off as it swings up to the top. If you don't want to use a tool you can use your finger nails to get under it.

[@glkoop]

were do I get this player?? can i use any other safe method?

[@PeauProductions]

If you don't have the plieres we show in this video you can use 2 vice-grip style pliers with electrical tape or shrink tubing wrapped around the teeth. Or, even easier is to buy a new lens mount from us and install a new lens in that.

[@calvin2x]

I, too have broken the lens of a gopro hero 4 silver and replaced it using your instructions. However, when I put them back it won't turn on or won't respond when charged. =,( Any ideas? I hope it's just the ribbon cable I was not able to put back correctly. Could you please share how to put the ribbon cable back? It's the ribbon cable you pulled out at 4:36. Thanks a lot!

[@PeauProductions]

Mel Torres Difficult to say without opening the camera again. The ribbon going to the LCD is less likely the issue as compared to the small orange ribbon in the top corner coming out. I would take it apart again and take out all ribbons and then reconnect them.

[@calvin2x]

Thanks for the reply. I found the three very thin cables being held by a tape. I lifted the tabs, pulled them out, then tried to slide them back in. I just don't know how far I should push it in. I was trying to make it come out the other side but it won't go all the way through so I just pushed it as far as it will go before pushing down the tabs again. Unfortunately, no luck. =,( Any other tips please? I really appreciate the help.

[@PeauProductions]

Mel Torres All ribbons should be inserted fully into the connectors and then the tabs should be lowered to hold the ribbons. Beyond that I can't offer any other advise without having it in our hands as there may be a number of issues due to some slight damage caused when you opened the camera. Please see our store and under products the Modification Services section where the repair item is. Further questions can be directed to [e-mail]

[@calvin2x]

I finally got it to turn on, thanks to you! I saw another hi-res video of how the cable looked before and I noticed that I inserted the bottom cable with the black plastic covering the exposed wires. I tried peeling off the black plastic and it started charging! :D Thanks again for your time and patience.

[@dreauxmire]

What's the benefits of the different lens?

[@PeauProductions]

+Christian Mire A different lens changes the field of view of the camera optically, so you can capture any resolution with that FOV along with still use the sensor-crop zoom modes (Medium and Narrow).

[@jitstazz]

i have a gopro3 white. can i change the lens

[@PeauProductions]

+Jitendra Chaudhari Yes

[@toddstowe1]

Opened my up and the ribbon that connects the top to the bottom pulled out. How can I fix it?

[@PeauProductions]

+Todd Stowe You'll need to find that ribbon's small flip connector on the front of the main board and re-insert it into that.

[@ashwithharshavardhan8407]

hello is there fish eye for ^these lens which you used in Video.? i dont want fish eye iwant like cinematic film view. please help me.

[@PeauProductions]

That would be the 5.4mm lens we show an install of at the end of this vide. Please see our store for purchasing (links in the video description).

[@archiemiller9362]

i have a gopro hero 4 black, the orange ribbon became disconnected and my camera wont turn on, how do i reconnect the ribbon and possibly why isnt the camera turning on

[@PeauProductions]

+Archie Miller The connector that the orange ribbon goes back into is on the front of the main board (front of camera side).

[@knupps]

Why not just unscrew the old lens and screw the new in? Is there a difference in the treads? Why do I have to take the GoPro apart like this?

[@PeauProductions]

Knut Uppstad Yes, you can simply unscrew the stock m12 lens and install a new one into the mount. In order to grab the lens you have to pop off the black lens surround on the front. Once you do that the small plastic tabs that hold that part on will not grab onto the camera as strongly and thus you will not be able to mount anything to the front. This is why we recommend you take the camera apart so you are not damaging the camera in order to chance the lens.

[@clydebroflovsky7905]

How much does all that cost buying the lens & installation?

[@PeauProductions]

Lenses vary in price so please see our site for the most updated options. We currently have a labor suite for $100 when you buy a lens that covers lens removal, install, focus and stock lens profile removal.

[@clydebroflovsky7905]

PeauProductions K thanks

[@orpheusFXcom]

Great video mate!

[@MichaelfoyleCoUkphoto]

Hi guys, I just tried this mod. All seemed to go to plan but now my gopro wont turn on and when I plug the USB into the computer I get the message "USB device not recognised" and the USB connect / disconnect tone on the PC repeats over and over again. Help!

[@PeauProductions]

Michael Foyle Photography Take the camera apart again and make sure all the ribbons and connectors are fully seated.

[@swha670]

Do you repair peoples go pro lenses?

[@PeauProductions]

Yes www.peauproductions.com/collections/services/products/service-replace-damaged-gopro-lens-with-new-focused-stock-lens

[@MarkDeKruyter]

Why did you take it apart, to do that?

[@PeauProductions]

+Mark DeKruyter It is difficult to remove the stock lens from the front of the camera without damaging it. If the stock lens is scratched then you can attempt to remove it from the front, but if you don't get a good enough grip on the stock lens, the plastic outer ring will pop off and you'll need to take the camera apart then to remove. Since we modify so many cameras each day, we prefer to disassemble the camera as the lens removal is always perfect and the stock lens is unharmed by the procedure shown in the video.

[@seoandwebdesigncom]

why would you do that, you have medium view on camera?

[@PeauProductions]

seoandwebdesign.com Medium view crops the sensor and can only be used on certain resolutions. If you want to capture using the full sensor, so 12MP photos and 4k video, you need to change the lens to one that has a different focal length.

[@Oslokiddo]

Actually. all you have to do is remove the plastic covers on the lens and use a plier to turn the lens around and out. got myself a 5.4mm now and that worked fine. 10 min job.

[@PeauProductions]

Removing the black lens surround without taking the camera apart breaks the small plastic tabs on the surround which means it will not go back on without glue. Many accessories such as our filter adapters rely on that black lens surround being secured firmly to the camera. Using glue near optics is not recommended. We recommend taking the camera apart as we show in this video.

[@Oslokiddo]

PeauProductions right. i guess you can brake it. okey then.

[@YeeiPlay]

Great!!! Thank you

[@nickdoeseverything431]

Sample footage?

[@PeauProductions]

Nick P Sample footage for various lenses is available on our KZbin channel.

[@equigs]

Why didn't you just unscrew the old lens without dismantling the camera?

[@PeauProductions]

Because in order to do that you have to pop off the black plastic lens surround which once popped off breaks the tabs holding it on and you have to glue it back on. Also, the 1/8" or so that is exposed after you pop it off is not enough to properly hold onto the lens and you have a good chance of breaking off the plastic ring around the last lens element and requiring you at that point to take the entire camera apart anyways. The best way to not damage the camera, is to take it apart from the beginning.

[@tylerxmoto7338]

Can i send my GoPro to you and the lens i bought ill pay

[@PeauProductions]

+Tyler x Moto Yes, see our services section here: www.peauproductions.com/collections/services

[@tylerxmoto7338]

ok thanks.

[@ACDSEVEN]

thanks cool !

[@catmacleod6241]

didn't even get to give the lense a "little wiggle" ribbon cable popped right off. There goes $400.

[@PeauProductions]

+Cat “Leod Escapes” MacLeod Which cable popped off? If it simply came out of the connector just lift up the tab that holds it in place, reinsert it and push the tab back down.

[@catmacleod6241]

Nah, it was the gold one connected to the mother board. Poof! Bare breathed on it and it came off.

[@PeauProductions]

+Cat “Leod Escapes” MacLeod You can simply lift the tab for that connector and reinsert it.

[@realtrees5998]

nice!

[@MotorsportCreative]

Folks, you don't need to open the camera!!

[@PeauProductions]

EmcSqrd In order to grab the lens you have to pop off the black lens surround on the front. Once you do that the small plastic tabs that hold that part on will not grab onto the camera as strongly and thus you will not be able to mount anything to the front. This is why we recommend you take the camera apart so you are not damaging the camera in order to chance the lens.

[@skydiver187]

I've broken 2 gopro's so far attempting this mod. Same ole story.... the orange ribbon WILL come detached. Read the comments below. Peau Productions have done nothing to address this issue whatsoever and everyone has the same issue. Buyer's beware.

[@PeauProductions]

+brad womack You don't break the GoPro when the orange ribbon comes out (if it does). Just flip the front tab that holds it in up, re-insert and then flip it back down. Our technicians perform these modifications every day and rarely does the ribbon come out.

[@skydiver187]

+PeauProductions I did that and it's still ruined. At this point I'm convinced that you would have to be a technician and do this everyday to make it successful. Everybody is having the same issue. Why wasn't this addressed in the video?

[@PeauProductions]

+brad womack The only way to "ruin" it is to break that flip tab off which takes a bit of force. If that happens you would need a new main board which we have for sale on our store (less expensive than a new camera). The reason we didn't show it in the video is because it didn't come out when we made the video. Yes our technicians are very skilled which is why we suggest watching this video and if it's not something you are comfortable with, you can send it to us to modify. There are also other videos which show removing the stock lens from the front of the camera without taking it apart, but there is a very, very good chance you'll damage your stock lens beyond usability if you do that method. If the stock lens is already damaged, you also run the risk of breaking the 3 small plastic tabs that hold the black plastic lens surround on, which will also need to be replaced or glued back on. This is why we show this procedure as it's the only way to insure you're not breaking anything when swapping lenses.

[@Firespectrum122]

I'm having the same problem. I can't figure out where to even put the orange cable back. PeauProductions, can you please make a video addressing this?

[@PeauProductions]

Remove the mainboard from the front faceplate, you will find the small flip-up connector on the front of the main board (backside when taking it apart).

[@ozolutsukarci561]

wow hardd

[@PeauProductions]

We offer services to send your camera to us or purchased an already modified one: peauproductions.com/store/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=124_175