Introduction
Use this guide to replace a damaged back case, or open the case to access other components of your camera.
We highly suggest you use a magnetic project mat or an organization tray. This camera has many different types of screws and keeping them organized is key to proper reassembly.
Tools
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Turn the camera upside down. Only remove the lens if you have to in order to access the battery compartment, as dust particles could easily enter the main body and fall onto the delicate sensor.
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Slide the button to the left to open the battery compartment.
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Push the blue button up to release the battery.
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Remove the four 7.3 mm Phillips screws from the front of the lens assembly.
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Remove the silver ring with tweezers.
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Remove the three 4.3 mm Phillips screws from the bottom of the camera.
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Remove the 4.3 mm Phillips screw hiding inside the battery compartment.
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Remove the 4.2 mm Phillips screw from the left handgrip.
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Remove the two 4.2 mm Phillips screws from the right handgrip.
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Use the flat end of a spudger to pry the flat topped connector straight up from the motherboard.
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Remove the back case.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.