Broken EF-S lens mount

[Ken Katz]

Friends of mine dropped their DRebel and the lens mount on the 18-55IS cracked. Does not seem to be any other

damage to camera, and the lens appears to operate when held onto camera (it will mount but will not lock onto

camera). They would like to attempt a repair themselves, so (a) does Canon sell the lens mount to the public?,

(b) has anyone else successfully accomplished such a repair?, and © if they send it to Canon (or an authorized

repair shop) how much does such a repair cost (assuming its just the mount and the lens mechanics and optics are

OK)? If its the standard $100 or $125 minimum repair charge, then it probably makes more sense for them to

replace the lens instead of fixing it.

 

thanks

[Marcus Ian]

<p>Well if it works when held in place, maybe they should just goop it on, or duct tape ;-) </p>

<p>Seriously though $8.55 (plus shipping I'm sure)<br>

<a href="http://www.procamerarepair.com/CANON-EF-S-18-55-35-56-MOUNT_p_719.html">http://www.procamerarepair.com/CANON-EF-S-18-55-35-56-MOUNT_p_719.html</a></p>

<p>best of luck to them!</p>

[HenryUK]

<p>I think Marcus may have shown the non-IS version of the lens mount. The IS version houses the IS sensors as well.<br>

It's quite a simple job to replace the lens mount. Two tiny screws hold the contact block onto the mount, and four screws hold the mount onto the lens body. You also have to unplug the IS sensor flex.<br>

Ring Canon, or their service agent, and they will tell you the correct part number and price.<br>

Provided you have the right tools, are careful, and make a note of which bit went where, it's quite feasible for a dextrous person to replace the lens mount.</p>

<p>Henry</p>

[Marcus Ian]

<p>My bad! maybe that explains the cheapness. Hadn't realized there was a diff in the mount! +1 Henry then - Call Canon.</p>

<p>...or stick with the goop and duct tape!</p>

[HenryUK]

<p>This appears to be the mount for the 18-55mm IS:<br>

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CANON-18-55MM-REAR-BAYONET-MOUNT-NEW-REPAIR-PART-OEM-/390217236122?pt=Camera_Lenses&hash=item5adac27e9a<br>

USD 67.00 sounds quite expensive. Canon might be less expensive. Used lenses don't cost a lot more.</p>

<p>Henry</p>

[Ken Katz]

Thanks for your responses

 

Ken

[JDMvW]

<p>Used copies of this lens sell on eBay (completed listings, not asking prices) for between US$70 up to the price of a brand new one. They are widely available since they are nearly free as an add-on when buying one of the entry cameras. I can't imagine that a repair would cost less.</p>

<p>Obviously, if you bid, you need to set a price and stick to it - patience will eventually reward you. Or go to one of the reputable on-line stores to get a used one.</p>