Advice please on repairing my EOS 6D

[atommo67]

I discovered what I believe is a broken camera part and I'm not sure what to do about it. Picture #2 shows a plastic part that was found loose inside the camera body. Would you agree that the plastic part appears to have a broken tab on the top left? And if so, do you know what this part is called? Would you recommend I try to order the part from Canon and try to put it back myself? Do you know where exactly the part in question fits in the camera (top or bottom)?camera bodyAm I seeing a broken tab at top left?

[Danny]

Hi, atommo67!

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[atommo67]

Sorry - the camera is an EOS 6D. I guess I'm just wondering if I should send it to Canon for repair or if it's an easy part to order and somehow re-attach.

[MikeSowsun]

The plastic part you are holding is the focus screen, and it does not have anything wrong with it . 

Normally it is held in place with a clip and is designed to be removed for cleaning or replacement. It should be possible to re-install it yourself.  Search out a “Do It Yourself” video on YouTube for instructions how to remove and replace your focus screen.  

Example:   https://youtu.be/A0polW1Bj3o 

If you don’t feel comfortable doing yourself, a good camera store might be able to do it for you. 

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[atommo67]

Thank you!

[Peter]

Buy a new one. They are fragile and touching them with fingers may be enough. With a new one you will also get a decent tool to install it.

[jrhoffman75]

Canon Knowledge Base - QuickGuide to EOS Focusing Screens