Samsung Galaxy SIII Mini Camera Failed Troubleshooting

Enter Settings.

• Navigate to Application Manager.
• Select All Apps.
• Choose the Camera application.

Clear data and cache, then test the camera functionality. If it still does not work, proceed to the next step.

This process will completely erase all stored data on the device.

• Navigate to Settings and select Backup & reset.
• Select Factory data reset from the menu.
• Choose Reset device and confirm by selecting Erase everything.

All user data will be deleted permanently after completing this process.

For alternative methods, consult the Samsung Galaxy manual for hard reset instructions using hardware keys.

Visit sammobile.com and register.

• Search for your device model's firmware variant on the site.
• Find the correct variant in Settings > About the device or by dialing *#1234# in the dialer app.

Follow instructions and download the Odin app from the page provided.

Remove battery, SIM, and memory card before proceeding.

• Disconnect Menu buttons and SD card reader flex cables.
• Lift board from left side, being careful of earpiece and main camera adhering to Display frame.

Remove the Midframe.

Disconnect the LCD display flex cable.

• Be careful not to damage the pin headers.

• Open the camera flex cable connector and reconnect the camera.

Camera replacement is the final troubleshooting step if it continues to malfunction.

• Obtain a replacement camera module from an authorized supplier or manufacturer.
• Follow the installation instructions provided with the new camera module for a successful swap.

Has the repair been completed without issues?