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My Elph 310 hs broke...help?

Started Dec 16, 2011 | Discussions thread
jmcarp Regular Member • Posts: 279
Re: My Elph 310 hs broke...help?

sueanne wrote:

Not sure if this helps but your picture reminds me of step4

http://www.myfixtips.com/blog/digital-camera/how-to-fix-a-sticky-lens-barrier-on-canon-a530-14.htm
(if you still have the springs, maybe there is a chance?)

Those are good, well-illustrated instructions. But be aware that you need a well-lit workspace, an extremely steady hand, perhaps a magnifying light or a loupe, and a LOT of patience. The springs are tiny and hard to get back in the proper position and orientation. I did this procedure on an old A520 that had a sticking lens cover. It worked OK for a while, but reverted back to its non-functional state a lot sooner than I expected.

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