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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W150 Image Sensor Replacement

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W150 Image Sensor Replacement

iRobot

iRobot and 7 other contributors

Last updated on May 7, 2024

20 - 30 minutes
Moderate
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What you need

Parts

Tools

  • Tweezers
    Tweezers
  • Phillips #0 Screwdriver
    Phillips #0 Screwdriver
  • Spudger
    Spudger

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  1. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W150 Image Sensor Replacement, Back Casing: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • The screws from the camera are extremely small, so it is a good idea to have a small container to hold all the screws as you remove them.

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  2. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W150 Image Sensor Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Take your screwdriver and remove the four silver bottom screws of the camera.

    • The picture shows the lens facing away from you and the LCD facing you.

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  3. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W150 Image Sensor Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • On the right side of the camera, remove the two silver screws using the screwdriver.

    • The picture shows the lens facing away from you and the LCD screen facing you.

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  4. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W150 Image Sensor Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • On the left side of the camera, remove the two silver screws using the screwdriver.

    • The picture shows the lens facing away from you and the LCD screen facing you.

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  5. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W150 Image Sensor Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Gently detach the back cover by holding onto both sides of the camera and pulling them apart.

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  6. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W150 Image Sensor Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • After detaching the back cover, carefully pull it off.

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  7. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W150 Image Sensor Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • The back cover should now be separated from the camera.

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  9. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W150 Image Sensor Replacement, Front Casing: step 8, image 1 of 1

    • Keep track of the small screws that you remove.

    • Opening, removing, and/or replacing the front casing may void your manufacturer's warranty.

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  10. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W150 Image Sensor Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the two screws at the top of the camera casing.

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  11. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W150 Image Sensor Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 1

    • After removing the screws, gently pop open the plastic piece, as shown by firmly pulling it with your fingers.

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  12. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W150 Image Sensor Replacement: step 11, image 1 of 1

    • After popping open the plastic piece, there is a screw that needs to be removed.

    • Remove the screw connecting the front casing to the electrical components.

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  13. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W150 Image Sensor Replacement: step 12, image 1 of 1

    • On the casing on the opposite side of the camera, gently loosen and remove the casing by firmly pulling with your fingers.

    • Be cautious not to break the fragile pieces or scratch the LCD screen.

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  14. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W150 Image Sensor Replacement: step 13, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the two screws connecting the front casing to the electrical components using a screwdriver.

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  15. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W150 Image Sensor Replacement: step 14, image 1 of 1

    • Gently loosen the front casing by gently using your fingers to pull it apart.

    • Be cautious not to scratch any of the exposed electrical components.

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  16. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W150 Image Sensor Replacement: step 15, image 1 of 1

    • Fully remove the front casing from the camera and set it aside.

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    • Remove the two silver screws and two black screw holding the image sensor in place.

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  19. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W150 Image Sensor Replacement: step 18, image 1 of 1
    Tool used on this step:
    Tweezers
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    • Using a spudger, wedge the flat tipped end between the black bar and the circuit board.

    • Carefully lift the black bar into the vertical position.

    • Repeat first two bullet points for the circuit board port directly to the left of the one shown in this picture.

    • Use tweezers to carefully pull the electrical ribbons from the circuit board ports.

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    • Carefully remove image sensor and replace with new image sensor.

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Conclusion

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

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