Best place to replace chipped lens, HVX200

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OK - I'm really depressed today. Shooting footage of kids at a playset, and one throws a handful of rocks at the camera. The UV filter wasn't replace last time we had the Redrock on, so BAM, a big nasty chip in the front lens element. It is toast.

Can anyone recommend the best way to go about getting that lens repaired?

And while you're thinking about it, make sure your UV protective filter is on, or go buy one. It's gonna be lots cheaper than what I'm facing this week....

thanks,

Rick
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Rick,

Sorry to hear about your lens, I think the only choice you have is to send it to Panasonic for repairs.

Good luck Rob.
 
I doubt you will be able to replace the piece of glass yourself, I think either send it into Panasonic, or bring it to a local camera repair shop to get their opinion.
 
i wish i had read this thread earlier...too late

i wish i had read this thread earlier...too late

The same thing happened to me this week end! a car send lots of stones my way and my lens got chipped. Does anyone know how much it will cost to get a new lens put on by panasonic.

is sanding it down an option (by lens specialists)

thanks

(I'm depressed, i love my hvx and am kicking myself for not having a UV filter screwed on to the front of the lens)
 
I have an old HVX200 lens that was replaced because of the servo motor. The front element is great.

$100.00 plus shipping and its yours.
 
hmmm

hmmm

would i not have the same servo problem? Don't know exactly how it works? Is it just the glass I would use of your lens?
 
NVM said:
would i not have the same servo problem? Don't know exactly how it works? Is it just the glass I would use of your lens?
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Yes, just have the service center replace your glass with mine. Check with THEM first to make sure this is a viable option.
 
ok will do.
Thanks, if this works out it would be great.
At this point i might just mention that i live in europe, ireland. Might be a bumpy flight for a lens to travel.

I'll find out and will get back to you

if anyone else has any wisdom on the matter please let me know

narayan
 
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