Thanks for the help just used your guide to replace my screen and it's working beautifully. Word of caution to anyone doing this: 1. The back plate can bend very easily, make sure to "unbend" it when putting everything back together. 2. The ribbon cables are very delicate and require a very good connection with the motherboard to not fall out of place from movement. (learned this the hard way when the touch screen randomly stopped working) 3. Ensure you use some adhesive between the screen frame and new screen to keep everything nice and sturdy.
Just fixed my screen! In total it cost me $40 USD for the glue and the screen. 30 min of work and it is perfect again! Can't thank you enough for the well made video.
Hey Caleb, that's great news! I'm happy it panned out well and you were able to save a lot of money and time! Thank you for your comment and the video is my pleasure 🙏
thank you for such clear and concise directions! I just changed my cracked screen. Took 15 mins and saved me $$ and time sending off my camera to Sony, Keep up the great content!
Thanks for the detailed instructions! I’m wondering if, when the screen is shattered like in the video, the camera still powers on (e.g., viewfinder and functions still work)? My camera tipped over on a tripod, and now the screen shows no signs of life. I’m worried it might be more than just the screen-any advice?
My pleasure! The cracked screen in the video did function when the body was powered on. Does your camera's electronic view finder (EVF) function? Sorry for my delay! I'm curious about any advances you've made on your camera.
I bent the backing plate in order to show the steps better. I had to be very careful while bending it apart and bending it back. I would not suggest bending it like I had it!
Very helpful video. I just accidentally damaged my sony a7s3 screen. Is the replacement process identical to a7 iii and do you have an idea where to buy the replacement screen for sony a7s3? Thanks
Thank you! There is a website called "Sony Encompass" which sells genuine Sony replacement parts. I would recommend checking there for your A7SIII screen. I am not sure of the process for the "S" model, though I imagine it would be quite similar.
Have you ever tried to fit a replacement lcd for a a7 SIII into the A7 III (it is a little bit higher resolution, 1.229k dots vs 922k dots)? The ribbon cable looks similar to me and both are 3 inch. Would be a nice upgrade
Hello Benjamin, if the screens are interchangeable, this would be an awesome upgrade! I do not believe they are, but I have no attempt to confirm my suspicions. Let me know if you decide to try it!
@@H3Humper Thank you for your answer! If I try it I will let you know. But it‘s a tough decision since my screen isn‘t broken (I would do it just for the upgrade) and the A7 SIII screens I can find are a bit pricey (about 150€, which should also be about 150$). I once replaced the panel of my laptop from 720p to 1080p, which worked fine. So I‘m hoping to find some information about that before I buy a replacement screen
Thank you for the video, I need to replace my screen. The replacement screen in the Amazon link is no longer available. Have you used any other replacement screens that you might recommend? There are a few on eBay, but I'm unsure of the quality. thanks
My pleasure 🙏 The sellers seem to sell out of screens quite quickly. Purchasing through eBay is okay, though they send the wrong screen from time to time. For example, they sent me the incorrect screen the first time. I told the seller and they sent me the correct one free of charge, though swapping the screen a second time was inconvenient. Sony Encompass is an excellent, high-quality source for parts and part numbers. encompass.com/brands/SON/Sony
I do not know if it will work on the A9 or not. If you are able to find an A9 screen replacement, I imagine it is a similar process, though. Update us if you figure out your A9!
I did not notice a difference in quality between screens. I am doubtful the cheap screens with the Sony logo are genuine, but they do seem to function properly in my experience. To answer you other question, the Sony Encompass parts website has genuine parts and is a great resource for finding parts.
Great tutorial ! But for me unfortunately screen still doesn’t work as I was shooting in rain so I believe that motherboard for LCD screen is gone… I have checked both original screen and replacement. Non of them light up… I have to use viewfinder or use external monitor for photos 🤷🏼♂️
@@H3Humper I have gave my camera for repair which cost around £160 which isn’t that bad but the inly thing is I had to cancel my photoshoot last weekend 🤷🏼♂️
Thank you so much 🤓 I imagine the process would be very similar but not exactly the same for the A7Sii. I believe the part number for yours is Sony part#: 1-811-695-43
Dang! I am wondering if the seller of your screen sent the incorrect model screen replacement (which happened to me on my first order). Are you able to compare the old and new screens side by side? Have you figured anything else out since commenting? I noticed it's been a handful of days since you posted your comment.
Hello Igor, I am unfamiliar with a recalibration process. On the standard A7iii, I did not need to calibrate anything for it to function properly. They are two different screens, so there very well could be a calibration requirement for the 'R' version, but I truly have no idea if it does or not.
My screen was replaced at precision camera ripoff and after I they sent it back I did not use it for few months, and once I was planning to use it the new screen stated action weird changing colors, flickering and then going to complete black and next day it will start working normally for few minutes and it will start doing the same. First screen was damaged by salt water, so not sure if they replaced ribon cable or just the screen but now I can not even ask them to fix it again because they only give 3 month’s warranty and I did not even use camera I that period to notice that they did not fixed it correctly. Do you have idea what is causing this weird behavior.
What a tough situation, and being without a camera is no fun. I am wondering if maybe the connection is not clean or possibly the new screen is faulty. Very difficult to say for sure. Let me know what you find out!
I am not sure :/ I did a quick search and couldn't find any! Do you happen to have any of them? If so, one option would be measuring the "pitch" of the screw and ordering them from a machine screw supplier.
Just in case this helps anyone else, my screen was actually broken from water damage (salt water to be exact) and a replacement screen solved the issue for me.
@@JP-qq2wy it should, sounds like it’ll be water damage like mine was. I was worried that if the screen got wet it would mess up the insides of the camera but it’s sealed pretty good and it only affects the screen, so this method should get you back to 100%
Mine was also damaged by salt water and replaced at precision camera for a lots of $ and and after they fixed it I did not use camera for a months and once I wanted to use I noticed similar issue, screen will work and then it will start changing colors red to blue etc or going completely blank and after some period it will start working again so not sure what is going on and why they did not fix it
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Thank you, just successfully replaced mine with your video.
Hello Angelo, I'm happy to know your replacement was a success. 🤓
Price bro
Thanks for the help just used your guide to replace my screen and it's working beautifully. Word of caution to anyone doing this:
1. The back plate can bend very easily, make sure to "unbend" it when putting everything back together.
2. The ribbon cables are very delicate and require a very good connection with the motherboard to not fall out of place from movement. (learned this the hard way when the touch screen randomly stopped working)
3. Ensure you use some adhesive between the screen frame and new screen to keep everything nice and sturdy.
Just fixed my screen! In total it cost me $40 USD for the glue and the screen. 30 min of work and it is perfect again! Can't thank you enough for the well made video.
Hey Caleb, that's great news! I'm happy it panned out well and you were able to save a lot of money and time! Thank you for your comment and the video is my pleasure 🙏
I'll try to fix my A7RIII. Thanks for your guidance
Let me know how your A7RIII repair turns out!
thank you for such clear and concise directions! I just changed my cracked screen. Took 15 mins and saved me $$ and time sending off my camera to Sony, Keep up the great content!
Just got done replacing mine! Huge help man, definitely saved me hundreds of dollars with this one. Thanks for making this video.
I'm happy to know your replacement went well! Thank you for sharing, and the video is my pleasure!
Thank you for this. I’ve been searching for a video like this for about 2 years now.
My pleasure! I was very surprised to find there wasn't a video on it yet!
This was helpful for me in replacing my Sony A7C's screen too, albeit with a few differences because of the change in design. Thanks!
Great to know, and thanks for sharing!
Thanks a lot! mine just gone black, going to try to replace it for towing your video.
Thanks for the detailed instructions! I’m wondering if, when the screen is shattered like in the video, the camera still powers on (e.g., viewfinder and functions still work)? My camera tipped over on a tripod, and now the screen shows no signs of life. I’m worried it might be more than just the screen-any advice?
My pleasure! The cracked screen in the video did function when the body was powered on. Does your camera's electronic view finder (EVF) function? Sorry for my delay! I'm curious about any advances you've made on your camera.
Perfect explanation man. Definitely going to do this now instead of sending to Sony
Thank you 🤓 Let me know how your repair goes!
Otimo video, OBRIGADO
¡Gracías!
Anyone know what the screw size is for the little screws securing the screen to the frame are?
I'm not understanding how you're able to get that much separation between the back board and the mother board @ 3:07
I bent the backing plate in order to show the steps better. I had to be very careful while bending it apart and bending it back. I would not suggest bending it like I had it!
Lighter fluid to remove any glue.
Successful replacement here too, thank you!
My pleasure 🙏 Great news, and thank you for sharing!
This is wonderful, thank you for this thorough how to!
My pleasure! 🙏
Very helpful video. I just accidentally damaged my sony a7s3 screen. Is the replacement process identical to a7 iii and do you have an idea where to buy the replacement screen for sony a7s3? Thanks
Thank you! There is a website called "Sony Encompass" which sells genuine Sony replacement parts. I would recommend checking there for your A7SIII screen. I am not sure of the process for the "S" model, though I imagine it would be quite similar.
Thank you for this video! The screen replacement part is no longer available, do you have.a link to an available replacement part?
My pleasure! Here is a link to one on ebay with slow shipping for cheap: tinyurl.com/ye25shyr
Have you ever tried to fit a replacement lcd for a a7 SIII into the A7 III (it is a little bit higher resolution, 1.229k dots vs 922k dots)? The ribbon cable looks similar to me and both are 3 inch. Would be a nice upgrade
Hello Benjamin, if the screens are interchangeable, this would be an awesome upgrade! I do not believe they are, but I have no attempt to confirm my suspicions. Let me know if you decide to try it!
@@H3Humper Thank you for your answer! If I try it I will let you know. But it‘s a tough decision since my screen isn‘t broken (I would do it just for the upgrade) and the A7 SIII screens I can find are a bit pricey (about 150€, which should also be about 150$). I once replaced the panel of my laptop from 720p to 1080p, which worked fine. So I‘m hoping to find some information about that before I buy a replacement screen
@@benjamin5126 I bet the screen upgrade on your laptop was pleasing! I'm excited to find out if the Sony swap would work.
Thank you for the video, I need to replace my screen. The replacement screen in the Amazon link is no longer available. Have you used any other replacement screens that you might recommend? There are a few on eBay, but I'm unsure of the quality. thanks
My pleasure 🙏 The sellers seem to sell out of screens quite quickly. Purchasing through eBay is okay, though they send the wrong screen from time to time. For example, they sent me the incorrect screen the first time. I told the seller and they sent me the correct one free of charge, though swapping the screen a second time was inconvenient. Sony Encompass is an excellent, high-quality source for parts and part numbers. encompass.com/brands/SON/Sony
@@H3Humper Thanks
Good job. Thank you
Thank you, Sam!
Will this procedure work for a Sony A9?
I do not know if it will work on the A9 or not. If you are able to find an A9 screen replacement, I imagine it is a similar process, though. Update us if you figure out your A9!
Are the cheap replacement screens different in quality than the original? Brightness, Sharpness, etc?
I did not notice a difference in quality between screens. I am doubtful the cheap screens with the Sony logo are genuine, but they do seem to function properly in my experience. To answer you other question, the Sony Encompass parts website has genuine parts and is a great resource for finding parts.
Thank you!!!
My pleasure! 🙏
Has anyone done this with an old a33? My screen is smudged but I love this camera. Thank you.
I haven't heard any feedback on the A33, but hopefully someone will see your comment who has!
Great tutorial ! But for me unfortunately screen still doesn’t work as I was shooting in rain so I believe that motherboard for LCD screen is gone… I have checked both original screen and replacement. Non of them light up… I have to use viewfinder or use external monitor for photos 🤷🏼♂️
Thank you! Having to shoot through the view finder is a bit limiting, I imagine. Have you searched for a replacement board?
@@H3Humper I have gave my camera for repair which cost around £160 which isn’t that bad but the inly thing is I had to cancel my photoshoot last weekend 🤷🏼♂️
@moodyguy well darn, missing your photoshoot stinks. I'm happy to know the repair isn't too spendy.
@@H3Humper One company told me £350+ 💀💀 so £160 is nothing 😂
Beautiful tutorials… does this work with the a7sii ?
Thank you so much 🤓 I imagine the process would be very similar but not exactly the same for the A7Sii. I believe the part number for yours is Sony part#: 1-811-695-43
The amazon link to the screen says they are out of stock and not sure when re-stocking. Can you please recommend another good quality replacement?
Hello Lance, here is a link to a good site for Sony parts. 🤓 sony.encompass.com/item/11659864/Sony/A-2203-126-B/
Awesome, this was so helpful!
I'm happy to know the process in the video was helpful for you. There aren't many videos on this stuff. 😳
Does thuis work the same for the rx 10 iii?
Unfortunately, I do not know the answer to your question. Please leave an updated comment when you determine if the process was different.
What if I did everything right but once turning my camera back on it just shows a lit black screen what does that mean?
Dang! I am wondering if the seller of your screen sent the incorrect model screen replacement (which happened to me on my first order). Are you able to compare the old and new screens side by side? Have you figured anything else out since commenting? I noticed it's been a handful of days since you posted your comment.
Amazing thank you for this
Hello Jake, it's my pleasure! Thank you (:
Can it be done on a7r3?
If you are able to find the exact screen replacement for the A7R3, it should be a very similar process. I do not know for sure if it works or not.
@@H3Humper thanks :)
Amazon replacement part is not available anymore 😞
Darn! Have a look on ebay or 'Sony Encompass.'
Needed this
Hello. Want to replace my lcd on a7r3 but in the service they told me that it need to be calibrated after the change ... truth or not ?
Hello Igor, I am unfamiliar with a recalibration process. On the standard A7iii, I did not need to calibrate anything for it to function properly. They are two different screens, so there very well could be a calibration requirement for the 'R' version, but I truly have no idea if it does or not.
@@H3Humper thanks
My screen was replaced at precision camera ripoff and after I they sent it back I did not use it for few months, and once I was planning to use it the new screen stated action weird changing colors, flickering and then going to complete black and next day it will start working normally for few minutes and it will start doing the same. First screen was damaged by salt water, so not sure if they replaced ribon cable or just the screen but now I can not even ask them to fix it again because they only give 3 month’s warranty and I did not even use camera I that period to notice that they did not fixed it correctly. Do you have idea what is causing this weird behavior.
What a tough situation, and being without a camera is no fun. I am wondering if maybe the connection is not clean or possibly the new screen is faulty. Very difficult to say for sure. Let me know what you find out!
Try replacing both cable and screen again your self only 30 bucks together on evay Make sure you use tweezers and take your time!
Thank you!
My pleasure! 😎
I need lcd panel screws so where we get
I am not sure :/ I did a quick search and couldn't find any! Do you happen to have any of them? If so, one option would be measuring the "pitch" of the screw and ordering them from a machine screw supplier.
Where did you buy screen?
Feebay
Wow amazing 🔥🔥🔥 thanks dude 🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾
My pleasure 🙏 thank you!
Is the a7riii just as easy as this?
I am not sure 🤔 Maybe someone else can comment on the R version. I imagine it shouldn't be much different considering they are similar in design.
Does it work for a7ii?
If you have the correct screen replacement, I would imagine it would work on the A7II. Have you tried it yet?
I tried but I couldn’t take of the screen frame
I did this, and it caused a spot on the large riven cable to burn and it stopped working. Any ideas?
Sorry to hear that :/ At what area did the large ribbon cable burn?
@@H3Humper I plugged it in, it smoked and I noticed a small burn at the top stripe on the large ribbon. The one closest to the end
Can you upload a photo to Google photos and link it to me? Or email
@@H3Humper what’s a good email for you?
I think you out the cable in backward mines got hot and I turned it off fast and swapped which way and should work now!
Excellent
Thank you! 😎
do you use the same screen for the a7riii?
I believe they are different screens 🤔
Where did you buy?
Yes, from eBay 😎
Mine didn’t work 😢
Darn... What part did not work?
Appreciate it!!!
About to do mine if am successful at it I will make another comment
Sounds great! Let us know how it goes 😎
2mm double sided tape for electronics.
Sounds like an excellent product for the job! Thank you for the recommendation.
@@H3Humper You are most welcome.
Just in case this helps anyone else, my screen was actually broken from water damage (salt water to be exact) and a replacement screen solved the issue for me.
That's great news! Thank you for sharing, and I'm sure it will be helpful for some people who had a similar issue 🤓
Can this work if my screen gor damage by a shampoo. I accident leaked the shampoo in. The screen still working,but. It’s flickering.
@@JP-qq2wy it should, sounds like it’ll be water damage like mine was. I was worried that if the screen got wet it would mess up the insides of the camera but it’s sealed pretty good and it only affects the screen, so this method should get you back to 100%
Mine was also damaged by salt water and replaced at precision camera for a lots of $ and and after they fixed it I did not use camera for a months and once I wanted to use I noticed similar issue, screen will work and then it will start changing colors red to blue etc or going completely blank and after some period it will start working again so not sure what is going on and why they did not fix it
The circuit board touched the camera . Rip to the camera 😥😥😥😥😥
Oh no! Is it fried?
@@H3Humper pretty much. 369 dollars in parts and labor.
@@jokerharley1271 dang... was the battery still installed while replacing the circuit board?
@@H3Humper possibly. Surprised it can get damaged like that so easily.
@@jokerharley1271 oh yes, electronics can short super easily if they have power while repairing them.