Introduction

The lens release button is a component of the camera body, and is used to release the lens from the camera body. This button can become stuck, stopping one from removing or switching lenses.

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    • While completing this guide, do not touch the image sensor (the center rectangle encircled by the lens mount).

    • Unscrew the 4 silver 1.2 mm Phillips #000 screws along the front outer lens mount.

    • Applying extra force to unscrew these 4 screws may be necessary.

    • Detach the outer lens mount ring.

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    • Pay attention to the positioning and order of the spacing rings for reassembly.

    • Using your fingers, pull out the first black spacer ring.

    • Repeat the previous step for the second silver spacer ring.

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    • Unscrew the 2 silver 1.2 mm Phillips #000 screws on opposing sides in the lens ring area.

    • Using your fingers, easily pull off lens housing. This will complete the removal of the E-mount.

    • The lens release button and the small spring underneath will be loose.

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    • Find the lens release button.

    • The button should be easily removed by hand.

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    • After removing the button, the spring underneath it is uncovered and can be replaced.

    • This completes the removal of the lens release button.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

Anna Tole

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What to do if the lens is attached to the camera and the release button is stuck?

on a Nikon d7100.

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