Surprisingly Easy Sensor Cleaning and Dust Removal: Panasonic Lumix FX37 Digital Camera

Get the tools: Mini Screwdrivers: http://j.mp/alWxav • Blower: http://j.mp/9y6Acm • Lint-Free Cloth: http://j.mp/9GPYZG • Camera: http://j.mp/cIJgIA

Be careful disassembling your camera. This will almost surely void your warranty, so be certain that you are willing to risk breaking your camera. I take no responsibility for any damage incurred following these instructions.

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[mcwhitenyc]

@idiosyncrazy1980 If you open the case up as shown in the video, you might be able to use a blower like the Giottos rocket to blow the dust around from the inside instead of the outside. I didn't pay attention to see if I could take the actual lens unit apart. I would imagine it's a bit more intricate though.

[idiosyncrazy1980]

@mcwhitenyc Is it possible to clean *inside* the lens this way ? I've got a ZS3. I don't know exactly where the dust is located, but it doesn't seem to be on the sensor.

[Ralz100]

great pointers,,,,,,,,

[snifnscratch]

To remove dust from your camera, use a small paint brush and a vacuum cleaner nozzle. Works on my d3x

[Real454545]

Works for a ZR1, slightly different screw positions but same thing and the main part where sensor is with 3 screws is the same. Was going to throw it out then looked at repair prices, they wanted $90, After following this video I got it back to 100%, and when I opened to see the sensor before giving it the blower you could see the spec of dust. I don't know how it got in there, I have had camera for years but with this tutorial it is BRAND NEW, 100% Clear.

Thanks Mike ;-)

[ibanez2010]

How did you not get shocked with the battery in there?

[mrfoxtalbot]

Shouldn´t you have removed the battery before starting taking it apart?

[mcwhitenyc]

Great video. I looked at it and then opened up my Panasonic DMC-ZS7. The process wasn't exactly the same, but very similar. Definitely helped me figure out where the sensor was and how to clean it. Worked perfectly!

[WhynotJollyJumper]

Excellent! I dared to open my DMC-FX50 after watching your video.

Thanks Mike!

[johntindog]

Hi Mike

Like your video, I have a Lumax DCM-ZS3 with a stuck open lens, well the lens goes in when you turn it on but then comes out and stays out and camera says system error. I have tried blowing into lens parts with no luck. Do you have any suggestion. I have bought a phillips No .0 and it seems too big.

Kind Regards

john