Hi
My D40 focusing screen fell out. Tried to re-install it but accidentally broke the tiny plastic tab used to hold the retainer ring in place.
1. Focusing Screen
2. Red Arrow pointing to the "tiny plastic tab" that secures the metal retainer ring. I broke it when forcing down the retainer
3. Another angle
Pictures taken from this website (credits to them!).
--Nikon D5100 / D3100 Focusing Screen Installation Instruction--
Called Nikon Service Center, staff didn't seem to know what I was describing... Anyway, labour cost starts from $100. Clueless about price of this plastic tab / retainer lock-tab.
Should I send it for repair? No warranty.
Else, where can I sell my "half-dead" D40?
Sadddd day for me. Costly DIY failure
My D40 focusing screen fell out. Tried to re-install it but accidentally broke the tiny plastic tab used to hold the retainer ring in place.
1. Focusing Screen
2. Red Arrow pointing to the "tiny plastic tab" that secures the metal retainer ring. I broke it when forcing down the retainer
3. Another angle
Pictures taken from this website (credits to them!).
--Nikon D5100 / D3100 Focusing Screen Installation Instruction--
Called Nikon Service Center, staff didn't seem to know what I was describing... Anyway, labour cost starts from $100. Clueless about price of this plastic tab / retainer lock-tab.
Should I send it for repair? No warranty.
Else, where can I sell my "half-dead" D40?
Sadddd day for me. Costly DIY failure