Repair service

Camera Replacement

Blurry shots, a cracked lens cover, or a camera that buzzes or won't focus? We replace front and rear camera modules (wide, ultra-wide, and telephoto) and test autofocus and optical image stabilization.
Camera Replacement being done by a Mobile Care technician
$55
Starting price
45-60 min
Typical time
30 days
Parts and labor warranty
Free
Diagnostic

Overview

How we handle camera replacement.

Most phones now have several rear cameras (wide, ultra-wide, and telephoto), each with its own image sensor, lens stack, and tiny motors for autofocus and optical image stabilization (OIS). Camera problems usually come from one of three places: a cracked lens cover letting in dust and light flare, a failed OIS or autofocus actuator causing blur or a buzzing sound, or a damaged module showing a black screen. We isolate which lens and component is at fault, replace only what's needed, and verify focus, stabilization, flash, and video at every zoom level.

What's included

  • Wide, ultra-wide, telephoto, or front module replacement
  • Lens cover glass replacement
  • Autofocus and OIS actuator testing
  • Dust and debris removal from the lens stack
  • Flash, zoom, and video stabilization verification
  • 30-day parts & labor warranty

Process

How the repair works.

No appointment needed. Here is what happens after you walk in.

  1. 1

    Lens-by-lens diagnosis

    We test each camera and zoom level to find which lens, module, or software issue is at fault.

  2. 2

    Component removal

    The damaged lens cover or camera module is carefully disconnected from the logic board.

  3. 3

    Replacement

    A quality-tested part is installed, sealed, and kept free of dust inside the lens stack.

  4. 4

    Focus & stabilization testing

    We confirm sharp autofocus, smooth OIS, flash, and clean video before return.

When to visit

Signs you need a camera replacement.

  • Blurry photos or autofocus 'hunting'
  • Camera shakes, buzzes, or rattles
  • Cracked lens cover or light flares
  • Black screen on one or more lenses
  • Dust, spots, or haze in every photo

Terms

What our technicians mean.

Camera module
The complete camera unit: image sensor, lenses, and motors. Each rear lens on your phone is usually its own module.
OIS (optical image stabilization)
Tiny motors that move the lens to cancel out hand shake. When OIS fails, the camera may buzz or photos may blur.
Autofocus actuator
The small motor that moves the lens to focus. A damaged actuator makes the camera struggle to lock focus.
Lens cover glass
The outer glass protecting the camera. It's a quick, low-cost fix when only the cover is cracked.

Questions

Camera Replacement questions.

Still unsure? Call your nearest store and a technician will help.

Yes. A cracked lens cover lets in dust and moisture and causes flare in bright light. Replacing just the cover glass is quick and inexpensive.

That's usually a failed OIS or autofocus actuator, often caused by a drop or strong vibration (like mounting a phone on a motorcycle). Replacing the affected module fixes it.

In most cases, yes. Focus issues are usually a faulty module, which we replace and test across all zoom levels.

Broken this morning.Fixed this afternoon.