Fix a Sony A7/A7R/A7S screen that is scuffed or scratched

Richard replaces the laminate LCD screen protector on his Sony A7R using the Sony PKG-LM16 part. What people think is scratching or scuffing at the edge of the screen is actually the laminate bubbling and wearing over time. Old Sony cameras tend to display this issue, but it can be easily fixed, having your screen looking like new, which is especially useful if you want to sell or trade in your camera.

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[liquefiedable]

Thanks for this! It should be noted that the PCK-LM16 part (the video description has the part number wrong) is NOT the same as the original screen protector. It is a thicker, harder protector that adheres to the screen differently than the original part and does not have the same anti-reflective coating as the original.

[redscott]

Thanks! Hugely helpful, just ordered the part for my Sony A7 Mark i

[BubbaBearsFriend]

Use some citrus oil based adhesive remover (like goo-gone) on a cloth with only as much as needed to slightly moisten it. It cuts through adhesive easily. However, don't let it soak into cracks an crevices, else you'll get adhesive dissolving in places you don't want.

[dawidpopowsky]

Damn man, u saved me, i thought that I destroyd my LCD 😂

[josephchan]

Thank you so much for your video. I also watched the other YouTube video, bought a normal screen protector, then realised I need to buy the original Sony protector. The W40 trick suggested by another person commented below also was a great tip; otherwise, I really wouldn't able get rid of all the old glue. Now, my old A7 mark one looks so nice again. Thank you very much!

[NicholasPaulFranks]

This was mega helpful, thanks! I'm trading my A7RII in for the newest release and took my third-party screen protector off yesterday to discover that underneath is was all scuffed etc. Glad to know that it isn't expensive to sort out

[ironcladpatriot]

Definitely helped 😊
Unfortunately I've already ordered a replacement screen thinking it was bad...

[dolladolla]

Anyone know where I can purchase one now? They all seem to be sold out everywhere?

[Petrolhead]

Thank god I found this because like you I got a shock when I started removing the Sony screen protector. Problem is trying to find one in the UK

[paulm]

👍Good video. I’m impressed with how quickly you did the task!😂. One has to be careful to keep dust off the old surface after cleaning it and before applying the new one. I still have my A7 — first model had its quirks (noisy shutter, shutter button not tilted, etc.) but it was very light weight. Also, there were many reports of light leaks around the lens mounting flange on the body — so many that third parties made replacements. (Same w/original A6000.). A vid on replacing the flange might be useful. Third parties make screen overlays and replacements for the A7 and A6k line — not all the same, w/same fit, so need care in compatibility.

[mazzfotovideo]

Hi, thanks a lot i hace the dame issue, but the configuration wheel, also giving me problems, do You know how can i disarm or clean thanks a lot

[cihaniboule]

I had this problem on my nex 5.
I simply polished the screen protection to make it even.
First thing I did when I bought the a7s was to buy a screen protector...
Good cameras but that s Sony, quality flaws.
Rubber worn out, doors becoming loose etc

[Alessa]

Someone can help me? My lcd working very good but i broken the monitor mirror, for A7r IV witch mone i have to buy? Pls help me they ask to change everything, but its no sense

[burhanaltncan]

OMG I was so afraid when I see the gray frame

[anatolyivanov]

Did that to my NEX-6. There's a lot of different screen protectors for less than $5 on Aliexpress.

[peterdenes]

What..I've been looking for this video for weeks, and nothing showed up?? I mean, at least I got recommended videos from 2002 of people's home videos. Thanks Google and Youtube algorithm. (Found this video through yet another search)

[kalisti]

thats great they still have the parts! I'm very tempted by a 1st gen alpha, would you have picked the R over the A7 if you had to buy one again?

[pocabromaproduccions]

oooh! I brought my a7s to repair this issue, and they ask me 250€ for that! they say that the LCD must be replaced as a whole!

[shawnshing]

Hello Dear sir
I’m shawn and I need help from you about my Sony cal zeiss less 24-70 the zoom rubber ring been lose up ( because of its been expanded so much. ) do you know where can I order that pat?
Thank you
Shawn
Sincerely.

[martinraunecker]

Is this really save? I tried it on my alpha 7 but i stopped because i'm not sure if this is the screen or the protection that i peel off