Samsung wb660 lens cover will n ot open

Stuck automatic lens covers are fairly. But usually it's very easy to fix, without even opening the camera. See this link for troubleshooting steps for this problem.

Since it springs back then the part of the lens that opens it is broken. Then lens covers are very delicate, but usually reliable.

If it's still in warranty, let samsung deal with it. They can usually fix digital hd video cameras in a couple weeks and have service centres in major cities.

If it's out of warranty, try a bit of 100% isopropyl alcohol (see your drug store) on a Q-Tip. Swap it around the lens cover gently and then gently force the cover open several times. The lens cover should be a little wet from the alcohol, but not so much that there are droplets or puddles. Have some kleenex ready just in case of a little spill. That should help to remove any dirt inside that might be affecting the cover.

If that doesn't work and it's out of warranty, then consider repairing it. They will charge you for an estimate ($40ish). Consider replacing it, particularly if the repair cost exceeds 50% of the replacement cost.

This link might help:
http://www.fixya.com/support/r4696998-camera_lens_not_extend_retract_maybe_bat

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Sure it is, and repair isn't that hard. See this link for tips on repair of sticky automatic lens covers. Recommend reading the reader's comments section of the link for additional tips. Especially pay attention to the vacuum cleaner tip.

easy fix. yo turn it on and then very lightly tap the lens cover or push it out. then you should clean the lens because the dirt or dust on the lens is stopping the lens cover.

Please see the following article on automatic lens covers:

http://camerarepair.blogspot.com/2007/11/repair-of-stuck-lens-covers.html

Try removing the battery for a couple of seconds then insert it again. Click on the power button, it should turn on and turn it off again to close the lens.

You may have the same problem that i had. It does involve taking the camera apart. Not overly difficult - just fiddly.
Let me know and i'll talk you thro' it

Hello Tomkimball, the solution for your problem is in replacing the lens barrier. Part number is 178727811. Best regards, Arpad

Try blowing lots of compressed air around the open lens shutter to clean the mechanism. Or use a hair dryer for a few seconds (don't want to heat up the camera). Also with the lens barrel extended and pointed downward, tap the lens barrel with a pencil while you extend and retract the lens by powering the camera on and off. A grain of sand in the mechanism is usually the culprit, and you want to try to dislodge it.

You can open it up, but only as a very last resort. The above procedures usually work if you try them enough. But for those particularly nasty stuck mechanisms, here's an example repair on a Canon Powershot A400 (do this at your own risk, and it will void your warranty):

http://camerarepair.blogspot.com/2007/11/repair-of-stuck-lens-covers.html