HOW TO CLEAN the INSIDE LENS CANON G7X

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For this Vlogging 101 with Matt, I solve one of the biggest problems with one of the best vlogging cameras on the market today. The Canon G7X.
THE PROBLEM: dust penetrating the camera body and getting onto the inside surfaces of the lens.
This is a huge problem, affects the picture quality greatly, and according to Canon is not inside their scope of repair. I met with them personally at their Hong Kong headquarters and asked if they could clean it for me and they have told me that I should simply buy a new camera to solve the problem, and I had only been using it for a month! Unacceptable!
So I found a workaround.
WARNING!!!!
This is a invasive fix. You will be making irreversible changes to your camera. I do not take responsibility if you break your camera, but if you follow my instructions you should have the same result as me.
I assume that this hack can be used to clean the inside of almost any point and shoot of the similar build to the G7X as well. Rescue your camera! Get back to filming!
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@angelicasilva6392 6 жыл бұрын

You lost me at drill bit.

@JaYoeNation 6 жыл бұрын

Hahah. Trust me it works

@boogety12 5 жыл бұрын

Nothing to fear. I used a real drill with the two bits (no patience since birth), working slooowly, while my Lovely Assistant vacuumed. Reminds me of the old joke: No one ever needs a drill bit... What you need is a hole

@BlenderUnreal 5 жыл бұрын

hahaha same here. i was like: aha ok..., aha ok..., WTF!!??

@adverspace 4 жыл бұрын

Nope nope nope nope

@Natoya 18 күн бұрын

Came here to say this! 😂

@janebennett3480 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video, extremely helpful, I purchased a used G7X and discovered soo much dust, I am a 60 year old female and braved drilling the holes (purchased new sharp drill bits for it), I did use cordless drill carefully, that was the easy bit, all done and spotlessly clean now thanks to Matt. The top 2 fins each side came off with the cover despite being careful and the cover was a struggle to get off initially too, but with patience the fins all back in place too, actually my daughter did that bit - she has more patience and finer fingers for that fiddly bit. Thanks Matt

@JaYoeNation 5 ай бұрын

Just saw this comment. So happy this worked for you.

@whitehouseonthehill 6 жыл бұрын

Yep, worked like a charm... took awhile to get the right cover pressure on the lens covers for them to open and close properly. But it's good as new now. Thanks for doing this!

@JaYoeNation 6 жыл бұрын

Very happy to help! You have a new life for that camera now... :) JaYoe and Keep Posting! Say hi to the chickens for me.

@BryGuyy 2 ай бұрын

How did you fix the lens cover? Mine doesn’t seem to function anymore after the fix

@hamilbeatz5839 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you soo much! At first I was scared to drill in but from there it went smoothly! This helped me so much and I think you deserve much more than you think. Keep doingwhat you love and stay positive all the time! 🔥 Thanks again!

@efromhb 6 жыл бұрын

Good hack. I've been using a G15 for many years in the deserts of the southwest US and have hardly any dust inside. I've been using a magfilter adapter with a circular polarizing lens attached almost the entire time as well. If I run into dust issues with my P&S cameras I'll be sure to remember this.

@WW2HistoryHunter 7 жыл бұрын

Such a great tip and thanks a lot for sharing it. Already done it to mine and Works Perfect. Thanks and Greetings from WW2HistoryHunter

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

im happy it worked for you! yea... and now you can service your lens whenever you want. i have opened it up every week now and vacuumed it out with a q tip and its really perfect.

@omarknowsphotos 6 жыл бұрын

Not sure why anyone is complaining in the comments. The alternative is buying a new one and this is pretty straightforward. Thanks for making the video. Used my dremel and it works like a charm.

@lostleblanc 7 жыл бұрын

Appreciate this!

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

+Lost LeBlanc hey man! Pleasure to get a comment from you! Love your channel. If you do this hack just take your time. It works great and might safe your g7x for a while. I literally open it up now every month or so and suck out the dust. Makes it serviceable. You can see a difference when you do. Tell your friends about it. I'm sure we all have the same issue.

@spo5egy 7 жыл бұрын

Brilliant thanks and will need to remember this when my lens eventually goes dirty as I have been worried about this, thanks again and subbed.

@CommentsfromRick 5 жыл бұрын

Hey... wanted to let you know - 2.5 years in - this video is still doing some good. You just helped me get some great shots and video at a music fest that I would have missed otherwise... sadly I slipped and fell in a creek a few weeks back and while I thought I saved the camera from serious water damage, I discovered a dried water spot a few days later that made the camera unusable... was stumped on what to do and found your video... One thing not obvious in the video (but obvious in hindisght) - there's a second lens inside the camera - and I missed cleaning it the first time and only cleaned top/surface lens. Anyhow, thanks for sharing.

@JaYoeNation 5 жыл бұрын

Yup. The lower lens you can clean the top of if your careful. But if there is anything below that your Shit out of luck as far as I’ve been able to tell. So glad it was helpful!

@advjmneto 6 жыл бұрын

which glue or product do you use to glue the first ring that was removed?

@davnesto 7 жыл бұрын

One question. Since you have the whole in your camera does the camera easily get dust inside?

@progman1525 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent ! I repaired the protective shutters of my G5x with this manipulation. I saved a few euros and a lot of time thanks to you !

@SantoRedentor 7 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial, and a very ingenuous solution. It's also great to see how your communication skills developed through all these years of video production are applicable to purely practica tutorials apart from your normal vloggin. Cheers!

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

thanks.... im always trying to improve with every video i make

@MLifeFamily 7 жыл бұрын

Wonderful tutorial! Thank you for the help. We'll be trying this and letting you know how it goes!

@KakFary 3 жыл бұрын

can i do it on another canon with built in lense? sorry if i may sound stupid but i have a canon sx610 with the same problem

@christianleo3135 5 жыл бұрын

I would advise Canon to better seal the lens!!!

@MArk-yn4sp 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Any advice for cleaning dust out the S95 lens unit?

@boogety12 5 жыл бұрын

After finding dust INSIDE my lens, Googled "Canon GX7 dust inside lens" and this popped up. Genius! Just got through doing it and now my lens is dust-free. Two hints: Find a small flashlight of the approximate right size, remove the plastic or glass lens, use it to press down on the lens blades (scotch-tape it in place temporarily) while you do this (any round flat item would do... Does anyone have a 50 cent piece anymore? That'd probably work just as well). Also: have A Lovely Assistant (or the equivalent) be the third hand with the vacuum,

@tomoverwater1903 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Matt for the video. I pulled my G7X apart to clean from dust/sand from the skirt that covers the lens. All went good but when I put the hood back on it did not stay in place. It will fall off freely. Any comments or suggestions for that or am I going to a camera repair shop?

@sergiosecreto3189 2 жыл бұрын

hello is it also possible with g5x? the lens is the same?

@tomoverwater1903 4 жыл бұрын

After checking more online I may have found the problem of the barrel sliding off. Is it some sort of glue that holds it on? I cleaned off the inside of the barrel of dirt and also what was probably the glue to hold it on as well. Any idea of what kind of glue that would be?

@i-changeus Жыл бұрын

Great fix!! Question: What did you use to cover the holes? I would think some black gaffers tape would be good.

@Rownashspeakers 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks heaps for this hack! It's something I've information that I've been looking around for ages for. Cheers! :)

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

glad you like it.. just be careful when you drill the holes.. i have had a few angry people come at me.... but it does work... very well.. Use a brand new bit if possible... they cut into the plastic like butter.

@rogerunderhill4267 7 жыл бұрын

New genre for you... you did a great job! Loved the presentation :)

@AdamCouser 7 жыл бұрын

How did you drill this with your fingers ? I don't get t lol

@AMAETV 7 жыл бұрын

Outstanding! Burning Man definitely infused my lens with a healthy dose of dust. I may look into doing this.. Thanks for the info JaYoe!

@olliei 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I managed to blast my G7X with a load of grit whilst trying to make a cool video fo ym quadcopter taking off.. bad idea! Took the metal cap off, and just gave all the exposed holes and openings a good vacuuming. I actually put tape over the vacuum cleaner nozzle to make a the inlet as small as possible in order to get the most suction. After a few goes and cycling it on and off, the lens eventually worked smoothly again :)

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

+olliei glad you got it working again

@JasminGendron 5 жыл бұрын

I am a french Canadien living in Japan. I am about to purchase a Canon G7X mk2 for my YT videos and luckily found out about your channel! I love you videos! Thanks for the dust hack... still hope I won't have to do it, but it is good to know! peace

@justkibby5959 5 жыл бұрын

Will this work on a more basic model? Canon sx730hs OMG I CAN'T DRILL INTO MY CAMERA HOLY CRAP

@HowToWithKristin 7 жыл бұрын

I tried this out and recorded a how to video for my subscribers. I linked you in my channel to give credit for the idea. Thanks for posting this video!!

@user-qz4xm8wb7k 11 ай бұрын

would this trick works also for Canon SX739 HS?. Tried to pull the external cover out but it looks to be hard, so I stop.

@blainemills987 5 жыл бұрын

Just Did It. Works Great. Thank you

@GizelleCamille 7 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU FOR THIS TIP!!!! So useful!!

@KrissKwaddFPV 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I have G5X that has same issues & is starting to compromise photo & video footage. I am sure both cameras share same lens mechanism, so happy to find this fix. Thanks!

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

+KrissKwadd FPV let me know how it goes!

@realgar9588 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, so you don't have to re close the holes? doesn't that maybe cause mold or whatever ?

@1972verrinche 5 жыл бұрын

Very good video, and Whats is the weak point in this lent to get dust

@Mat0Guitar 4 жыл бұрын

It is the same with G5x mark i?

@sauravbasu8805 4 жыл бұрын

On a very different note, if that camera stops working and it can not be salvaged in any way , is there a way to use that lens with some kind of adapter on a mirrorless ( lens- changing ) Sony/ Canon / Olympus camera ? Just for experiment ?

@RadeonRX6500XT 4 жыл бұрын

Is this works on Canon PowerShot G15?

@enelcaminoaemausconjesus 3 жыл бұрын

hi thanks for the advice ... One question: does this process work for any compact camera? Do you think it works for my Panasonic Lumix ZS60 camera?

@BryGuyy 2 ай бұрын

Yes, just tried on a Samsung camera and worked like a charm

@StalePhish 5 жыл бұрын

Darn, it doesn't seem like my SX730's lens tip barrel thing comes off the same way. I can HEAR the dust/sand/whatever grinding inside when I try twisting it back and forth though. From ONE DAY shooting in heavy dust at a car race!

@annbabe4286 6 жыл бұрын

why doesn't canon see this video and start drilling holes before they sell it ffs lol

@JaYoeNation 6 жыл бұрын

Right! They should have a service port premodern on them. But I guess a new camera sale is more important to them.

@bloubear2557 6 жыл бұрын

Marketing strategy

@MArk-yn4sp 5 жыл бұрын

Given the problems I have with Canon I'm loathe to buy another Canon.

@hardiknpandya 4 жыл бұрын

Then nobody would go to their service center.. Everybody will be able to do that with earbuds at home.. & they will not be able to rob people..

@madeinkonada 6 жыл бұрын

Somehow ended up binge watching old Matt videos. Its probably healthier than a lot of the things the internet gets me into

@JaYoeNation 6 жыл бұрын

There are worse things in life to do. ;). Although some of my videos are better than others. Hopefully you picked a few good ones

@vladimirhutta6402 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your instruction. I have new cam canon G7X and i have afraid. It is save? If I will repair my lens, it is will work good? I clean my lens with compres air and my lens dirty with inside- it is not good idee. Now i need clean my lens in inside Thank you

@XTGALLARDO Жыл бұрын

Would this work in the rx100 m7?

@cantkeepitin 4 жыл бұрын

Hi, my g7x has the same problem, but I wonder if there is also dirt on the sensor itself? In sunny conditions I see a small circular unsharp area, looks like caused by a liquid. The size varies a bit. Would here drill + qtip help as well??

@JaYoeNation 4 жыл бұрын

I don’t know. I only know what worked for me

@SeguirViajandosv 7 жыл бұрын

It seems even easy!! Thanks for sharing this video :)

@tyrasia 5 жыл бұрын

what if the lens protector jump out how u put them back into place?

@gabrielhlavacka1619 6 жыл бұрын

It worked very well. Thanks, man! 😊

@JaYoeNation 6 жыл бұрын

great!

@ReezyResells 6 жыл бұрын

So I did this and while the lens is definitely now clean, I get an error now "lens error, will shut down automatically, restart camera. Any ideas on how to fix it? It works fine still, but the barrel wont fully retract. The camera attempts to retract it three times before it gives up and throws the error

@ReezyResells 6 жыл бұрын

i fixed it, there was a small piece of plastic stuck inside the barrel from drilling. i found it easily by shining a light into the lens and looking around the edges. qtip got it out easily. Thanks for the tips brother.

@furulevi 4 жыл бұрын

What if the dust is deeper inside, not on the first lens?? :/ Panasonic FZ82

@rollandelliott 3 жыл бұрын

take to repair shop

@TreasureChestMemories 5 жыл бұрын

This is crazy! Great video!! Very awesome work. Thank you for sharing!! I don’t know that I am brave enough to drill on mine. I love how it worked & how great you were at giving all the tips!! Having an extra hand would be nice.

@JaYoeNation 5 жыл бұрын

Yea. Some help would have been ok. But you can do it. Just take your time. It really extends the life of your camera

@TreasureChestMemories 5 жыл бұрын

I only have one little piece of dirt in mine.. It isn’t causing an issue yet.... but if I need to I will. Thanks again. I had to show it to my husband. Again great video!!

@danield.2998 7 жыл бұрын

Can you remove the lens sleeve for all Canon cameras?

@reeflivebeareraquatics8180 7 жыл бұрын

Great video glad I don't have to deal with these small dusty lenses, for the most part, the cameras I use are inside. Either way, this tutorial was very straight forward and very easy to understand.

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

thanks boss.

@SlumberandBloom 7 жыл бұрын

this was a great video. thanks for sharing!

@Bros4Lifesubscribe 3 жыл бұрын

Would this work if your camera is foggy please respond asap

@DetectiveBlackCat 7 жыл бұрын

Very creative way of lens cleaning. Cost me 50 bucks to have someone dissemble the whole camera to clean inner side of the lens. It was a different camera, but I think your method would also work. Thumbs up.

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

yea... i think it would work with most Point and Shoot cameras.. as long as they have that metal protective sleeve...

@user-im9jg3oq8z 7 жыл бұрын

I am considering to buy a "pocket" digital camera. I 've already have a Canon DSLR 6D. But it is too heavy for me when travelling, especially the huge lens(24-105 or 70-200mm)...Could you please tell me is G7x good enough to use when I am getting out? (The price of g7x is at the same level of zs110, LX100, and Sony RX100 III, so it is hard for me to make a decision).

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

i love this camera... really.. for sliding in your pocket.. the quality is great.

@annbabe4286 6 жыл бұрын

can you do a video of you drilling the holes? if you plan on getting another g7x II please? I don't feel comfortable drilling into something I can barely afford lol

@XanderBudnick 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks a ton :D Very helpful tips - I found that the drill was a bit hairy, even when done super slow and carefully at the point you break through its easy to push the drill too far in and possibly scratching some glass

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

+Xander Budnick so I'm sorry. Did it help or not? Not sure if you were being sarcastic. Yea you have to be careful just as the bit pushes thru

@XanderBudnick 7 жыл бұрын

haha woops. nope I wasn't being sarcastic - The video was very helpful Thanks :D

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

+Xander Budnick haha. Ok ok great

@DivineMisterAdVentures 6 жыл бұрын

PUT SOME TAPE AROUND THE BIT JUST BEHIND THE TIP so it won't go in at all!

@charleshan6546 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing! I do have one concern though. Wouldn't this make it easier for the dust to get in now that we have two large holes? I mean even if the cap is covering the holes, I'm guessing that you'll still get more in there than before

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

no... i have used this technique for quite some time now.. and i dont see any more dust getting back there than was happening before.. its a very snug cover.

@Minis.with.purpose 7 жыл бұрын

Does this also work for the first g7x (so not the mark II?)

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

i dont know.. i have not seen the mark 1 to try it... but i think it might be similar.

@DJ_LittlePea 7 жыл бұрын

Oh cool I'm gonna go do this right now 🤗🤗🤗🤗 thanks for the tip ..... I love this camera it's so amazing 🤗🤗🤗

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

great.. let me know how it goes.

@BudionoSukses 6 жыл бұрын

hei bro, how to make microphone hole in canon g7x mark ii i think is more useful :)

@tedormsby 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, G7X Mark 2 is off of my list. You would think Canon should know how to design a dust proof camera at $700 price range?

@gadgetworld6652 6 жыл бұрын

U are a life saver !! Thank you!

@JaYoeNation 6 жыл бұрын

great! just take your time... and dont push the drill bit in... i have had a couple people angry cause they were too aggressive at the drilling.. but i have three cameras i did this too.. and they are all serviceable now.

@napillnik 7 жыл бұрын

I just did it! Mine is the G7X, first gen. I didn't think I'd be able to pull the metal cap off without breaking it. I did. 2 blades flew off. I put them back on, no problems there. I took an electric screwdriver/drill to make the holes. Started with a small bit (because it's very hard to get started, especially on a curved surface). When it went through I realized I shouldn't have pressed so hard at the end (when the long plastic chunks started forming). But nothing broke. When I put the big drill bit on, the drill just bit a few big chunks out of the plastic, passing physical shock to the entire camera (I thought I broke it, again, but no). In the end the hole was clean, pretty, and I think a bit smaller (the cotton swab has to "slide" through). I made the second hole, even though I thought it was useless, since I could reach all parts of the lens from the first one. I didn't use a vacuum cleaner. I just wiped, and shook off all the big parts while holding the blades. Then I put it back together again, and BAM! Good as new! Takes great shots, opens/closes without issues. I just missed 2 small pieces of dust, but that's nothing compared to how it was before (I was considering that if I broke it, it wouldn't matter that much anyway). But seriously Canon, thanks for making me hate my decision of not getting a Sony.

@GeraldineCarney 7 жыл бұрын

THIS is what I absolutely needed, I just wanted to see how to take out the cap bit. Still a bit hesitant with drilling a hole though. Thank you so much for this video. And good luck cycling back to USA. I love China, been there for 5 years, miss the food so much!!! JIANBING for the win!!

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

awesome! just pull 30% harder than too much.. haha.. and it will pop out no problem..

@valvlog4665 5 жыл бұрын

Stretch a strip of masking take across the front of the lens to keep the spring mechanism in place so you don't have to "remember" to put your finger over it.

@JaYoeNation 5 жыл бұрын

Yup. That works too. Just pulling the tape off sometimes pulls the fins off too.

@mytechnologyeu 4 жыл бұрын

well... after seeing your lens conditions i don't fell guilty anymore for my G7X MII which is waaaaay better. Nice solution, but i would apply for it really just in bad conditions like yours. Thanks... you open minded me :D

@LWTL 7 жыл бұрын

Great video brother, subscribed 🙏🏼😀🙏🏼😀

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

groovy.. hope it helped you a little.

@kunoichichica 5 жыл бұрын

Is it possible to do this with a Canon Powershot SX160 is? I live in the Caribbean so the sand and dust is a real problem for me when I'm trying to take shots and I do not want to dole out the ridiculous fee that Canon is going to charge me to simply clean my lens. I also definitely do NOT want to replace my camera. She's ole faithful, the first camera I ever got, a birthday present from my mom. I'd rather learn how to maintain it because aside from a little dust in the lens, she works just fine.

@ForceOfWizardry 7 жыл бұрын

How about humid environments? Would moisture be able to get in there also?

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

i have had this this way for a while... no problems.

@lucawanderluster 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip!!!

@JaYoeNation 5 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! Hope it helps you like it has me!

@risenshineitsplaytime5620 7 жыл бұрын

Great tip! What are u using for the wind noise? Been thinking about buying this camera but the dust issue and audio make it hard to decide if it's worth the money. Btw liked and subscribed great video!

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

+Rise N Shine Its Playtime it's such a great camera in so many ways. This really does solve the dust problem if you are careful. The wind noise can be compensated by taping a foam wind screen to the top.

@andrewong416 7 жыл бұрын

awesome vid! Going to try this tomorrow. What drill bit sizes did you use?

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

+Andrew Ong drill A pilot hole with the smallest one you can find. Brand new preferably. Then follow it up with one large enough to get a qtip into. Take your time. Let me know how it goes for you!

@andrewong416 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video and the tips!! I just finished cleaning my G7X lens and it is now spotless. Can't wait to use the camera again!! For anyone who is interested, I used a 2mm drill bit to create a small hole and then a 5.5mm drill bit after.

@ArthurAndraus 7 жыл бұрын

I`m taking photos and videos with my G7X Mark II and there's a small black stain on every photo and video I take. Do you think that it may be dust? I tried to talk with Canon but they have a terrible support here in Brazil. I'm thinking about trying the thing you did but I'm afraid that's not gonna solve my problem. I hope you can help me with your knowledge. Thank you for your videos!

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

you should be able to see any dust by shining a light into the lens and looking in... if you cannot see it.. then probably is not your problem.. let me know what happens.

@Leigh_Leigh 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info!!

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

hope it was as helpful for you as it was for me!

@Hvtice95 Жыл бұрын

Hi, I have a smudge like underneath the lens after the hole you’ve made.. any idea how to clean that? What If I made a hole in de bottom ring? Thank you

@JaYoeNation Жыл бұрын

Hmmmm. I don’t know. You could try to find a small toothpick and attach some microfiber to it….. not sure.

@geoffcarter8670 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you mate. Great info. Cheers Geoff

@JaYoeNation 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome! hope it extends the life of your camera

@EveMattox 3 жыл бұрын

I would need this in the long run of using my own g7x mark ii. Thanks a lot I got through your video from Sean Farrell who shared your video.

@marilycarrias3952 4 жыл бұрын

Will this work for Samsung camera too?

@BAdventures 5 жыл бұрын

Good tutorial and hack. I wish they did that at the factory. Similar dust issue happened on my SX720. Lucky it was under warranty and Canon Australia replaced the whole camera.

@AluzionTV 5 жыл бұрын

how long did you own the camera before the dust got in the lens?

@4lliemac Жыл бұрын

I don’t know how to make a hole with my hands!! It’s taking too long 😢 any tips?

@MarekMigurski 7 жыл бұрын

Already done it to mine too, lenses are clean now finally!

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

great!

@samchristy5427 2 жыл бұрын

Is it safe to clean the lens behind the front lens with this technique? I was able to easily clean the front lens after drilling holes, but I see a lot of dust on the lens behind the front lens. Is it safe to clean that lens as well?

@leomersantos5681 7 жыл бұрын

the thin metal in lens? i can remove it even on canon 710hs?

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

i dont know about other canon... only my g7X... i cannot guess about others... if you try let me know on this comment section so if others have similar camera they will know.

@NUGROHOHuntingVlog 6 жыл бұрын

thns

@DIYYourz 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this

@DIYYourz 2 жыл бұрын

It's work for me, good job (Without open the camera)

@rollandelliott 3 жыл бұрын

wow this is so clever. the older G3, g4, g5, g6, g7, g8, g9, g10 cameras had a metal lens tube that one could attach filters to and they protected the zoom lens from dust as well as impact damage. only down side is they make the camera more bulky. one could probably buy an old g10 lens tube and dremle it out to fit, but it would cover up the aperature ring! wish this camera was designed better!

@bensvlogs6354 7 жыл бұрын

Fantastic tutorial. I might have to do this to my G7X mark 2 eventually

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

hope it helps you!

@bensvlogs6354 7 жыл бұрын

Definitely has done already. Thanks

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

great!

@DannyLovesana 7 жыл бұрын

Nice video. Keep uploading.

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

will do!

@xzygmvnd 4 жыл бұрын

Great video!

@RobNeves 7 жыл бұрын

You saved my camera. Not easy to do but with patience it has been done. Thank you for the tip

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

why was it not easy for you... i just wonder... I know it was nerve-racking for me. The cool thing is once you have done it... you can clean it super quick from now on.

@RobNeves 7 жыл бұрын

thats so true, its a wise solution!! actually the most difficult part was removing the black cover (thought it was going to break) Also, despite putting tape to secure the springs, it went off.. difficult to put it back but not impossible. apart from that, piece of cake. keep uploading great content By the way, does your g7x have any background noise? mine has and it sounds like hardware computer noise from inside the camera. its so annoying

@AndyPedersenCT 6 жыл бұрын

I will be doing this repair to my Canon G7X, my local Canon agent wont fix it will replace the lens which will cost of half the cameras value.... Great tip thank you!!

@JaYoeNation 6 жыл бұрын

just take your time drilling the holes... can even wrap tape around the bit so it does not go too deep.. .let me know how it goes...

@inditbycycle8580 7 жыл бұрын

so when all it's done and you want to put the steel cover back, is there any sign if the cover shut properly? like click sound or something??

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

no.... you dont hear anything... but you can feel it when it is all the way down again...

@inditbycycle8580 7 жыл бұрын

thank you brother..hope it'll works on me...

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

let me know.. just make sure you go VERY slo drilling and use a fresh drill bit. it should chew thru the plastic easy just using your hand... take your time.... and you should not have a problem.

@kunwar9899401419 7 жыл бұрын

Did you drill it by just constantly rotating the bit against the surface by hand or used a dremel / drilling machine ? I am guessing by hand else you would have mentioned and the speed of the machine might just shake things up the wrong way IMO

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

+Kumar Gaurav I used a dremel to drill a very small pilot hole on one side. Then hand drill it. But the other hole I just did all by hand. You're right. I tried to not vibrate anything too much.

@brianbr5388 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome. You are a genius!

@katrinachavez 7 жыл бұрын

The drilling part terrifies me! If something goes wrong with the camera after the holes are drilled, doesn't that void my warranty (since I've made alterations?) ? I love the difference!

@JaYoeNation 7 жыл бұрын

yea.. but the problem is that canon offers no warranty fix if the inside area is dirty... the image was getting so bad i didnt want to use the camera either way.... I had to do it. Actually it is a great solution if you take your time and are really careful.

@haroldgtv 5 жыл бұрын

@@JaYoeNation In Europe they do.. i had my lens cleaned under wharanty.