LG V50 ThinQ Camera Replacement

Clear a flat workspace by placing tools and phones nearby.

Removing the SD card and sim tray now will save time later.

• The main camera module is identical on both LGV50 and LG8 models, despite physical differences.
• Identify your model (e.g. Korean V50) to ensure correct parts are ordered for camera components.

Careful: ordering incorrect parts may cause component damage or incompatibility issues.

• Verify the correct region-specific part number for your LG model.
• Be aware that minor differences exist between LG V50 and G8 components.

Do not use a knife to avoid damaging internal components.

Reference images are provided, showing a disassembled G8 with two cameras (compared to the standard three).

Note that camera components differ between LG V50 global and Korean models:

• Korean model uses a triangular connector for the camera.
• Global model shares camera components with the G8.

Remove the LCD display. Apply heat for at least two minutes using an iPone tool or blow dryer to loosen adhesive.

• Lift the display with a suction cup or prying tool, starting from one corner.
• Pry around the display to separate adhesive completely.

Avoid prying more than 0.25cm into the phone to prevent damage.

Use a plastic spudger or picks instead of metal tools, which can damage internal components.

Remove all screws from the top and left side of the device.

• Identify and remove 3 screws above the camera, 3 in the middle below it, 3 on the bottom left, and 2 on the bottom right.
• All screws are small Phillip head type; no special tools required.

Careful when lifting the wireless charging flap to avoid damage.

• Remove the large display guard using a spudger.
• Next, remove the long L-shaped guard on the bottom.
• Lift the wireless charging flap gently, no more than 15 degrees.

Remove the display connectors:

• Disconnect the top front camera connector.
• Remove the battery connector in the middle.
• Disconnect the circuit connector on the left middle.

Be gentle when removing the bottom two wires to avoid damaging them.

• Identify and disconnect these wires using a spudger.

Disconnection is not necessary, but you can also remove the audio jack connection on the bottom right for added security.

This step is the most challenging part of the procedure — approach with caution.

• Remove any remaining components, such as the Sim SD card slot.
• Gently lift the top board by 15 degrees or until you see the connector. Then use a spudger to disconnect the boards.
• Lift and remove the board carefully, taking care not to damage it or the fragile front facing camera.
• Consider removing the front facing camera entirely if necessary, rather than trying to reposition it.

Remove the camera connector from the board.

• Gently remove the camera module.
• Replace it with your new part.

The LG v50 global edition has a triangle-shaped back connector, which is incompatible with the Korean model's connector (V50n).