Broken, LIQUID Damaged Canon 5D Mark IV for $500 - But Is It Fixable?

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  • Опубликовано: 17 ноя 2024

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  • @hellsmaniacs
    @hellsmaniacs 2 года назад +2065

    I hope you do a part 2 to this looking into this more! I'm invested and want to see this camera run again!

    • @windowsxpprofessional
      @windowsxpprofessional 2 года назад +50

      Probably bga chips need a full reball

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  2 года назад +1734

      If enough people want to see it I'll do it.

    • @svperstarmx
      @svperstarmx 2 года назад +57

      @@Tronicsfix i want you to try more!

    • @garlicbread4244
      @garlicbread4244 2 года назад +28

      Me too imagine if it was something easy and he gets a nice camera out of this

    • @PoxyBear
      @PoxyBear 2 года назад +48

      @@Tronicsfix I do, please do a part two!

  • @torbenmayer
    @torbenmayer 2 года назад +668

    I really hope there will be a part 2 of this camera, disassembling it completely and see if there's something else. It will take a lot of time for sure, but man it would be satisfying to watch it getting taken apart!

    • @kirara4953
      @kirara4953 2 года назад

      Probably not worth the money from the video, but yeah he didn't test the battery or try plugging it in.

  •  2 года назад +384

    Test two things: Both SD card slot and battery slot have tiny switches. Without them closed there will be zero reaction - not even MPU will run ( small CPU that runs even when camera is turned off and handles buttons, power, main CPU power on).
    If that's only switches and you will get any reaction, there's a chance to diagnose further via onboard debug connector (UART).
    Corroded pin was on viewfinder connector. I would be more interested if power board (small pcb under top mono display) is working fine.
    I contribute to firmware mod for Canon cameras (Magic Lantern), so I guess i know a thing or two.

    • @AllanEason
      @AllanEason 2 года назад +21

      Were you involved in the Magic Lantern April Fool's days joke a few years back? I was shooting with a 5DmkII and when that blue screen popped up I had to switch to my backup, a crop sensor of some sort. Was not a happy day.

    •  2 года назад +10

      @@AllanEason No, I worked for the project for the last year. I remember that joke though - as I was using ML on 550d and 5d2 around that time ;)

  • @lyamc4445
    @lyamc4445 2 года назад +105

    We need a part 2 on this one 😎

  • @OliverMay1
    @OliverMay1 2 года назад +35

    As a photographer I love these videos with cameras and lenses, so please do more. It's great to see the inner workings :-)
    The Canon 5Dmk4 is a weather sealed camera, so I a was stunned to see the amount of dirt and grit inside. Either it fell into dirty water with no lens on, or the original owner wasn't fully honest with you.
    Either way, despite your sterling efforts I think one is a lost cause.

  • @LuXun12
    @LuXun12 2 года назад +91

    loving the new adventures of repairs you are doing, I still love your console repairs but, seeing you attempt these new things like cameras, laptop and even the graphics card has been such an enjoyable expereince.

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  2 года назад +11

      So glad you're enjoying that.

  • @GrundleGrump
    @GrundleGrump 2 года назад +12

    Would you say digital cameras are some of the most complicated and compact technologies you've ever worked on? I get anxiety just watching your videos on them. How anyone designs them in the first place is beyond me. Amazing stuff.

  • @frozenbean
    @frozenbean 2 года назад +73

    Anyone who has ever wondered why dslr cameras are so expensive should watch this video.

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  2 года назад +11

      Ha, ha, yes, that's true!

  • @syalulu21
    @syalulu21 2 года назад +3

    No extra screw!!! You're a magician of your work. Good job.

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  2 года назад +1

      I was even a little surprised by that ngl

  • @mukaiba1
    @mukaiba1 2 года назад +18

    We need a part 2! This was very entertaining - it's cool to see you work on something that you're learning about. We learn together!

  • @XLessThanZ
    @XLessThanZ 2 года назад +148

    That was a really interesting teardown. I've never taken apart a camera either, but watching your video makes me want to give it a try. Only thing that could become an issue is no spare camera for parts. What puzzled me was how did that pin end up gone. It's buried inside the camera, so strange it was missing. Great work, though. 👍

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  2 года назад +38

      Yes, not many spare parts out there for these. That pin was missing because it corroded away.

    • @FunBeforeDamnation
      @FunBeforeDamnation 2 года назад +4

      F

  • @virgildeklerk
    @virgildeklerk 2 года назад +68

    Wow that was a very very interesting repair attempt. Amazing how much boards and screws are in a camera. Hopefully you can do a part two where you analyse the board and possibly you will find out why the power from the battery (which i assume is working) is not beiing transfered to the mainboard etc. Have a nice weekend Steve 👍

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  2 года назад +40

      There is so much to these things! Just the fact that I got it that far apart and back together again is a major win for me!

  • @chrisunderhill6527
    @chrisunderhill6527 2 года назад +5

    I took apart a 650D (T4i) to remove the low pass filter for astrophotography, following a comprehensive guide and that was difficult enough! Kudos for trying to fix something so complicated with such little prior knowledge.

  • @pherman8852
    @pherman8852 2 года назад +5

    Please do a part 2. It’s great to see you diverge away from console based repairs. Your the best bud!

  • @twotone3070
    @twotone3070 2 года назад +49

    A great adventure, worthy of a part 2. I'm surprised there was so much in there as a 5D is supposed to be weathershielded, I'm presuming the cover was not on the lens mount.

    • @bowtie0069
      @bowtie0069 2 года назад +4

      The lens body was torn from the mount, allowing the mud and water to enter. I don't think Canon accounted for that!

  • @b00573d
    @b00573d 2 года назад +37

    Dang, i never realized how much stuff was on the inside of a dslr!

  • @DeepThought420
    @DeepThought420 2 года назад +24

    Even though it's still broke I really enjoyed this video! Thank you for the awesome videos!

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  2 года назад +5

      Thanks for watching! So glad you enjoyed it anyway

  • @jfncho
    @jfncho 2 года назад +9

    4:06 "i think what i need to do...is, actually i have no clue what i need to do.' - My biography

  • @bnice1374
    @bnice1374 2 года назад +7

    Major respect this is such an intensive and daunting job, it reminds me of the first time I opened up my receiver. You open it up and see just a huge amount of components that get more and more complicated as you dig deeper, it can get daunting; Especially when it's something you're not that familiar with. Too bad you couldn't fix it this time, but it seemed pretty much great on the inside so maybe go back and see if you made a mistake somewhere.

  • @bmooch1
    @bmooch1 2 года назад +1

    Agreed on the part 2 and the fact that you put these things back together sometimes fascinates me more than the project itself

  • @rfer5464
    @rfer5464 2 года назад +9

    Maybe this is something that a 'perfect amount' of thermal paste can fix? Great job regardless. Looking forward to part 2!

  • @diegocrusius
    @diegocrusius 2 года назад +2

    I am so jealous of americans. They have access to high quality tools and supplies for relatively cheap. This is one of your best videos imo. Hoping for a part 2.

    • @fayelinae
      @fayelinae 2 года назад +1

      In Germany we do too. Not exactly cheap though. Where are you from?

    • @diegocrusius
      @diegocrusius 2 года назад

      @@fayelinae I am from Brazil and I want to work with restoration stuff. unrelated -My family migrated from Germany earlu 20th century but I barely know a word of two of your language

    • @fayelinae
      @fayelinae 2 года назад +1

      @@diegocrusius Aah! I actually have no idea about how far globalization has come to Brazil. You'd probably have to have someone in Europe or the US to order stuff and then ship them to you, right? That sucks :/

    • @diegocrusius
      @diegocrusius 2 года назад +1

      @@fayelinae I have friends in america and uk and they'd gladly help. Thanks for the advice have a great weekend

    • @fayelinae
      @fayelinae 2 года назад +1

      @@diegocrusius aw thanks, you too!

  • @jasonkirkham7243
    @jasonkirkham7243 2 года назад +1

    I was exhausted watching you take them screws out ,you need the patience of a saint to even take this on

  • @DirkMensonides
    @DirkMensonides 2 года назад +1

    Your videos are like therapy. Love your channel logo by the way!

  • @hamldna
    @hamldna 2 года назад +2

    Part 2 is a MUST. Please dive back in.

    • @grayhalf1854
      @grayhalf1854 2 года назад

      Yes! This feels like unfinished business...

  • @michaelpascual2731
    @michaelpascual2731 2 года назад +1

    What's amazing to me is the amount of stuff that is crammed in to that camera, props to the engineers 👏

  • @RussellSpjut
    @RussellSpjut 2 года назад +1

    Between the lense and camera videos, I'm always surprised at how many components they have and appreciate the engineering that goes into it all

  • @ernstt2234
    @ernstt2234 2 года назад +4

    A part 2 would be amazing! I love digital cameras and it would be so cool seeing this one turn on after everything it went through :D

  • @annson24
    @annson24 2 года назад

    Having the top screen cleaned is already satisfying to watch.

  • @JoeyDoesTech
    @JoeyDoesTech 2 года назад +2

    Maaan I was routing for you so much at the end! Regardless fantastic video Steve, great attempt 😊😊👍👍

  • @chrisbagnell
    @chrisbagnell 2 года назад +8

    On the bright side, now that it is clean you might be able to send it in to get repaired!

  • @Ghxzt2161
    @Ghxzt2161 2 года назад

    Something I love about your channel is that you don’t put people under the assumption that you’re 100% perfect and show that not all attempts are successful. You don’t know how many ASMR restoration videos I’ve seen that were nothing but success. Great video as usual and I agree for a part 2

  • @creedolala6918
    @creedolala6918 2 года назад +3

    ooo camera repair, I love it... I hope you keep trying with these. And lenses. They're such a black box, NOBODY repairs them, every place just ships to canon/nikon, and you're at their mercy. "3 weeks and $1,100 bucks, OK?"..."I guess it'll have to be."

    • @Tronicsfix
      @Tronicsfix  2 года назад +3

      Yep, I can definitely understand why people just send them off. Honestly though it just makes me want to do it more, lol

  • @TheCod3r
    @TheCod3r 2 года назад +12

    Awesome love these camera videos. Should be a good one

    • @danarepouille1381
      @danarepouille1381 2 года назад

      I was going to post that I don't care for camera repair videos, but I'm glad you enjoy them.

  • @ShaneFix
    @ShaneFix 2 года назад +2

    You are a brave man opening up a DSLR! And thanks for the shout-out!

  • @ZehnGen
    @ZehnGen 2 года назад +8

    and I thought disassembling a laptop was complicated... This was really cool to watch, have never seen an ultrasonic cleaner before 😅

  • @raddaks2039
    @raddaks2039 2 года назад +1

    I was watching a video where the guy pointed out that camera designs have remained mostly unchanged since the film camera era, and the enclosures are simply not the right shape for digital. Thus you get circuit boards at bizarre angles with ribbon cables going everywhere... it's a total mess both to design and repair. Great attempt, Steve! I certainly don't blame you for stopping there. lol

  • @smashICE1
    @smashICE1 2 года назад +1

    Insane work, dude. The complexity is crazy.

  • @ChickenWhat-
    @ChickenWhat- 2 года назад +1

    Never knew how overwhelmingly complicated cameras are. I would pass out trying to put that back together, so you disassembling then assembling back together is a success on its own. Also would like to see a part 2 like others suggested

  • @sektr_btw9167
    @sektr_btw9167 2 года назад

    all those components makes people shiver once they open it!

  • @Keziapurrs
    @Keziapurrs 2 года назад

    I don't even own a camera and i thoroughly enjoyed this video. I enjoy watching you do what i can't even imagine attempting. Keep up the awesome work!!!

  • @SicksomniA
    @SicksomniA 2 года назад +5

    Love the Camera repair! As i repair cameras myself i can say this is super super hard. I do only "small" defects like buttons not working. I hope you will fix it!!!

  • @Exstaz
    @Exstaz 2 года назад +1

    I like the videos where you go outside your comfort zone. It is fun watching you learn.

  • @dertwerst
    @dertwerst 2 года назад +1

    Knew that ending was coming, with dread, but you did a hell of a job anyway, and I'm glad you enjoyed the learning. I tore down my relatively cheap $250 camera a while back to fix a lens error (turns out I maybe only needed to grab the lens cylinder while fully assembled and just kind of mandhandle it, oh well), and it was almost a success, but I broke the latch on one of those tiny connectors so the face buttons don't work anymore. Couldn't figure out how to search for the proper replacement part, though I kind of doubt I'd be able to install it anyway.

  • @RobSchofield
    @RobSchofield 2 года назад +7

    I continue to be impressed by your bravery in attempting repairs like this without official OEM repair training.
    What was the solvent in your US bath? And although it didn't power on, are you going to have another go? Finally, how many hours did you spend on the strip, clean and re-assemble?

  • @mrwyyeet
    @mrwyyeet 2 года назад +1

    Hey Steve! Just wanted to say that you've really inspired me to repair tech! I've bought a few switch joycons that are arriving soon and am going to fix them and resell them! Ive learned a lot from your videos and I hope to see more!

  • @x8jason8x
    @x8jason8x 2 года назад +1

    Even though it didn't turn on, you still did an amazing job. Would love to see if you're able to fix it in the future!

  • @datasilouk1995
    @datasilouk1995 2 года назад +7

    Such a shame it didn't turn on, but taking it apart I'm amazed at the amount of manual construction required to make the camera. It would be interesting to know how long it takes them to make each one.

  • @bayronvega2102
    @bayronvega2102 2 года назад

    4:09 thanks the most honest and epic sentence ever

  • @f-22r
    @f-22r 2 года назад

    The music is perfect on these videos.

  • @Markymark1408
    @Markymark1408 2 года назад +1

    Yes needs to be a part 2, want to see you fix it.

  • @don4techy
    @don4techy 2 года назад

    I love repairing everything for the fun of it. It's like an addiction

  • @Yanuarual
    @Yanuarual 2 года назад

    So complicated and relaxing at the same time for watching it

  • @DhrJay
    @DhrJay 2 года назад +1

    Man... I really NEED a part 2!!! 😱🔥

  • @elvsrbad2
    @elvsrbad2 2 года назад

    Watching you pull out all of those little pieces was anxiety inducing. Glad you were able to get them all back in even if the camera isn't working. Looking forward to a future part 2!

  • @RJenkins6586
    @RJenkins6586 2 года назад

    I don't know why but the ending was hilarious for me. Whole video leads up to you turning it on and it doesn't video ends immediately. I'm sure working on a camera is a nightmare, but I definitely would want to see a part 2. I personally wouldn't want to take it apart again to just have the same results.

  • @JimNichols
    @JimNichols 2 года назад

    You ask, so. .... you are amazing as a repair person, when the folks that make the camera will not service it you probably can ascertain that it is a coplicated endeavor which pays nothing and has a low probably of success. Hundreds of screws later you have a complete camera with no extra parts. This is a success in and of itself. I personally love the videos and agree with the rest of the gang you have to do a follow up victory video... thanks for the time, effort and all the jazz you have to go through to make these and post them for our enjoyment bro!

  • @danarepouille1381
    @danarepouille1381 2 года назад +1

    You and Vince love a challenge. That's for sure.

  • @Rotten_Appplez
    @Rotten_Appplez 2 года назад

    I hope to see a part 2 of this! Good job on getting deep into and putting it back together 100%. Don’t let it defeat you Steve! 🙌 I believe in you

  • @johncanon9514
    @johncanon9514 2 года назад

    I love that you just Deep-Fried three Circuit boards

  • @750katman
    @750katman 2 года назад

    With your ability to fix stuff i thought for sure this would be another win , hope you do a part two !

  • @matteogilles4238
    @matteogilles4238 2 года назад

    Don't give up Steve you can do it!

  • @JensilDsouza
    @JensilDsouza 2 года назад +2

    Hola TronicsFriday! Another amazing fix Steeve! 🙂

  • @djavi90
    @djavi90 2 года назад

    You should open a online class because you have so much knowledge and so much to teach us!

  • @InTeNsEplayer4
    @InTeNsEplayer4 2 года назад

    Love watching you test yourself. I wonder what item you would look at and go “hell no I’m not trying that”

  • @merkeet
    @merkeet 2 года назад

    It's nice that you share the good and the bad :)

  • @sergeantschnoodlejuice6540
    @sergeantschnoodlejuice6540 2 года назад

    I love watching you try to fix things you have never fixed before! Hope you can find even wackier things in the future to try and fix!

  • @djavi90
    @djavi90 2 года назад +1

    Please we need a part 2 for this one

  • @mattridler377
    @mattridler377 2 года назад

    Mate that was an epic strip down and rebuild. Love your content

  • @DualDice
    @DualDice 2 года назад

    Just want to say I love your videos! You taking things apart and fixing them made me really want to clean my old original PS4. I ended up taking it entirely apart and even replaced the thermal paste and it now runs like new! I also took apart another PS4 slim and again replaced the thermal paste! Now they are both running like new and I can take them apart with ease. Now I want to try and fix my old PS3 and replace the disk drive. I really enjoy the calming nature of your videos and I think fixing things that are broken is such a fulfilling thing! Thanks again!!

  • @GMMilambar
    @GMMilambar 2 года назад +1

    Regarding repair places refusing to even look at it, I had a similar experience with my first ever digital SLR, a Nikon D5000. It wasn't even water damaged, it just failed to turn on one day. I contacted Nikon about an out of warranty repairs. They don't do out of warranty repairs. I contacted 5 independent repair places, only one of them got back to me saying they only repair professional grade cameras, not amateur. The other 4 didn't even respond.

  • @codykh
    @codykh 2 года назад

    This camera is worth putting back into working condition, and I would like to see a part 2. I believe in you.

  • @icedvodka420
    @icedvodka420 2 года назад

    I hope theres a part 2 that was hella interesting! Keep up the good work Steve!

  • @life-is-inspiring3953
    @life-is-inspiring3953 2 года назад

    You've already done a great job even though it doesn't come back alive; I enjoyed the video !

  • @tahirmahmudov8933
    @tahirmahmudov8933 2 года назад

    We need part two! Great video, as always.

  • @StarlightStream
    @StarlightStream 2 года назад +1

    Thank you souch for this video. I truly appreciate it when someone puts in so much effort into a repair.

  • @Drenixx
    @Drenixx 2 года назад

    You have to show us how you keep track of every single screw and every single cable this looks like magic

  • @goodoldstuff6826
    @goodoldstuff6826 2 года назад

    Oh man. Even if you aren't able to fix it I were enjoyed very much your attempt. Really good job. It wasn't easy.

  • @Chewligan1
    @Chewligan1 2 года назад

    I use these cameras at work. Lovely cameras. If it eventually works it's a great buy. Good luck Steve

  • @ThySovereignLP
    @ThySovereignLP 2 года назад +1

    Always fun to see you repair stuff. Cameras are whack to repair. I work with computer/phone repairs myself so i know how fiddly some stuff can be. But im not at any level that you are. I rarely do any soldering

  • @UnknownPerson-pt7oj
    @UnknownPerson-pt7oj 2 года назад

    Even though it did not work out in the end it was still such an amazing video to watch and learn from

  • @kikihobbyrepair
    @kikihobbyrepair 2 года назад

    Just putting this all together was already a great success Steve :)

  • @mackenzierinier4956
    @mackenzierinier4956 2 года назад

    Please do a part 2. I don't want you to give up on that camera. If anyone can figure it out. We all know you can.

  • @TC_here
    @TC_here 2 года назад

    oh no.. great job tearing it down, cleaning it and rebuilding it... no screws left over is still a major win !.

  • @wheresvr6
    @wheresvr6 2 года назад +1

    Great vid, really hope that you will make second part!
    One thing to mention is that matte piece inside the bayonet on the top shouldn't be touched with anything including cotton swabs. It's called focus screen and is very sensitive to any touches. I accidentaly once touched it with a lenspen while cleaning the mirror and now the red focus dot is very dimmed. I asked an actual photo gear repair technitian if the touch could lead to this issue and he confirmed that.

  • @realskincare6568
    @realskincare6568 2 года назад

    I love watching you repair, even if it doesn’t work. Can’t wait for episode 2…

  • @CapitalP177
    @CapitalP177 2 года назад

    I love your videos. Always hurts me when some don't work out.

  • @HunterPhoenix1
    @HunterPhoenix1 2 года назад +2

    Please do a part 2 of this camera for the sake of humanity *-*

  • @jimmyd4ng3r
    @jimmyd4ng3r 2 года назад

    That was mint regardless !!!!! Do not feel disheartened

  • @Nogarda_
    @Nogarda_ 2 года назад +4

    I see why they are so expensive after this. But I believe in you, this should get a revisit when you are up to it to discover the source of some problems. maybe reflow some chips or replace anything you find suspicious.

  • @calebbohannon1051
    @calebbohannon1051 2 года назад +1

    Love to see a part 2

  • @Aksel_16
    @Aksel_16 2 года назад

    Part 2 please. Don't give up yet.

  • @Coach13013
    @Coach13013 2 года назад

    Well done TronicsFix. This is a tough one as you have no spare 'known working' parts you can swap in. Shame it didnt work.. BUT... ive always thought 'nothing' is a good fault. Intermittent can be a bgger. Fails are part of the fun of electronics and just make the successes so much more rewarding. Have a great new year all

  • @alexm5554
    @alexm5554 2 года назад

    Thanks for all the great videos Steve! Happy Holidays!

  • @MikeGervasi
    @MikeGervasi 2 года назад

    They can't all go in the win column, Steve but it was definitely cool to watch.

  • @supratimdas5083
    @supratimdas5083 2 года назад +1

    Please do a part 2 of this one, and check if there is something else that is creating the issue. This cameras are darn expensive. It will be great if you could repair one

  • @kylec1181
    @kylec1181 2 года назад

    Really enjoyed this, although need a part 2 ASAP I'm invested

  • @carlprobert8529
    @carlprobert8529 2 года назад

    I am subscribing specifically for a part 2 to this video!!

  • @scottyleics
    @scottyleics 2 года назад +1

    What a relief to see a repairs channel without politics and covid waffle.

  •  2 года назад +1

    Part 2 for sure ! :))