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Scratched GoPro Lens

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David.
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Hey guys,
Recently I let my friend borrow my GoPro because he wanted to do some filming and what not.  He plugged the GoPro into his laptop forgot it was plugged in got up and started walking pulling the GoPro right off the table and onto the concrete floor.  There are five small scratches on the center of the lens, although they are not really to noticeable(look like small smugges) they get in the way of the image and become more noticeable during good lighting.  Is there anyways that I could fix this myself?  Have any of you tried to fix a scratched lens?  Just looking to see what works and what doesn't.  According to GoPro I would have to replace the entire camera.  Apparently they can not just replace the lens, which is beat.
Jan 28 2011 12:00AM
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gordie.
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No, they cannot replace the lens by itself like you said, and as far as we know, there's no easy, cheap way to fixing a scratched lens.

though a google search will yield hundreds of crazy wackjob theories for doing it; couldn't hurt to try?
Jan 28 2011 12:03AM
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LBJJ
Posts: 683 - Karma: 1,730
try to find the glasses pen that repairs scratches in glasses. that will be your best bet

http://www.amazon.com/Lens-CPR-Doctor-Scratched-Glasses/dp/B000AJGP1E
Jan 28 2011 10:41AM
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B1kessk1s
Posts: 953 - Karma: 691
this. the best way is to have a card reader and so this situation will not happen. feel sorry for you bro. when you will find a solution, post it there so others can see what you did.
Jan 28 2011 10:54AM
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TWoods
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You mean: "According to GoPro my friend would have to replace the entire camera".

Don't get screwed man, it's your buddy's bad.

I don't think there's any way to replace or fix a lens. You're probably going to have to have him get you a new one.
Jan 28 2011 1:21PM
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WillStart
Posts: 3955 - Karma: 3,192
truth. if he doesn't offer to pay for it without you having to ask, he's a dick.

i have a scratched lens too, shit sucks
Jan 28 2011 1:42PM
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LuminatX
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thats sucks.
i know all my buddies leave the camera in that waterproof case at all times.

but yeah, hopefully you find a fix
Jan 28 2011 4:24PM
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WillStart
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you have to take it out of the case to charge it and get the card out. this is when the scratches happen.
Jan 28 2011 4:34PM
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.jon
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Am I missing something? Or is this what you're looking for...

http://gopro.com/camera-accessories/lens-replacement-kit
Jan 28 2011 9:29PM
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WillStart
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no this is just for the case 'lens.' not the actual camera lens
Jan 28 2011 9:39PM
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.jon
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ahhh that makes sense. thought i was missing something.
Jan 28 2011 9:40PM
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T_orageskiier
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if the scratches arnt to deep you can take it to a camera or jewelry store and the can buff thw scratch out of the glass. Its worth a shot thats what ive been told. I also have a small scratch on the inside cause i dropped it when taking it out of the case, but it doesnt appear in the picture so i'm lucky.
Feb 5 2011 9:21PM
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LuminatX
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I know this is an old thread, but this will be useful to everyone.
Feb 28 2011 12:00AM
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WillStart
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the OP has a scratched camera lens, this kit is just for the case lens, not the actual camera lens. GoPro should really stop calling it a lens replacement, because it's not replacing the lens at all.
Feb 28 2011 12:05AM
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LuminatX
Posts: 197 - Karma: 40
ahhh i just figured because of the name.
nvm then lol.
Feb 28 2011 12:14AM
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Rob.
Posts: 189 - Karma: 16
If you think your only option is to get a new camera, you could try and look into replacing the lens.

A couple of searches on Google turns up a mention that the lens has a standard M12 thread (commonly used for CCTV cameras). However, it also requires an IR coating. The links I found: http://vimeo.com/14108070 and http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1322487

The modifications are at your own risk, and you'll have to find more information on how to remove the lens from the camera. I'm guessing it is bonded in there pretty well, so only consider going down this road if you'd be scrapping the camera. I doubt you will be able to match the quality of just buying (/having your friend buy you) a new camera.
Feb 28 2011 9:27AM
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prosnurfer
Posts: 1842 - Karma: 83

figured it out everyone! 

i aswell have a scratch on my go pro lens, it wasnt from me but the previous owner. (i actualy found mine hiking at my local mt in the summer, lucky me!)

http://ragecams.com/shop/product_info.php/products_id/301?osCsid=479cb1730fb6214694391638f24d1088

its 100 bucks comes with everything you need including the filter, the installition is pretty simple but you do need a heat gun to loosen up the factory glue. im gonna go for it bc i have not too much to loose on a free cam. ill let you guys know how it goes.

good luck peeps

Aug 2 2011 12:26PM
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