OT: VX2000 lens blemish

NickHope wrote on 9/12/2004, 11:16 AM

I've got a small blemish on the lens of my VX2000, approx 4mm circle. It's not scratched but it look like a bit of the coating has gone. It shows up especially when shooting towards the sun or a bright light. Maybe I've rubbed it too much during cleaning.

Is there a "DIY" option for recoating?
Can the lens be recoated by a repair shop or do I just need a new lens?
Any idea of the cost of a replacement lens?
Is there anywhere in Thailand or the UK other than Sony themselves that could do the repair?

thanks

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NickHope wrote on 9/13/2004, 11:37 PM

After closer inspection with a strong flashlight I realise it's fluffy white mold on one of the internal elements. So I need to open up the front to get at it for cleaning.

Has anyone any experience of this? It looks like the first step would be to unscrew the black ring marked "SONY VIDEO LENS / OPTICAL 12X" using the small notch in it (at 9 o'clock as you look at the lens) that seems to be provided for that purpose. After that I'm not sure and would appreciate any insights before I take the plunge.