Automatic lens cover won't open

This camera doesn,t had a front cover at all maybe the lens has a cover.Just turn it on and the lens open automatically

Lens covers are delicate things. A bit of dust or dirt inside and the the springs can't do their job. When cleaning doesn't work, to repair this I remove the lens cover and shorten the springs by cutting off a bit and then reattaching them. A small bit of mollyd to lubricate helps too. never use oil or silicone.

Try these procedures.

It shows a problem with the motorized lens mechanism.I will prefer unscrewing the camera only if you are such an expert because there are very fine mechanics inside the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ2 which could be easily damaged if mishandled.Please take it to the nearest authorized service center.
I know this is not the solution you were expecting but I won't allow a much bigger damage due to mishandling.Your valuable feedback would be appreciated.Thanks for choosing Fixya.

TinuAlbinAlex

Yes this card is comaptible with the camera because the camera supports SD / SDHC / MMC card compatible.

Need to replace len assembly

to open them completely simply push them with your finger. try doing so also when closing them. i have the same issue sometimes.

See my solution to this common problem on other questions from those with same problem.

This is a common problem with TZ3s. Power the camera on, then puff a little graphite onto the lens cover and coax it open with a tooth pic. Do this, powering the camera on/off till lens opens normally. Add little more graphite if necessary, but sparingly.

Graphite is used because it is extremely slippery, but will not attract dust like an oil will. At the same time, it is black! so you don't want to use anymore than absolutely necessary make lens work. Even then, check to be sure lens itself is clean after, and wipe carefully with an Eyeglass lens cloth only if necessary.

Another option in to remove the lens cover altogether by just pulling the leafs out of the camera. Another option is to sell your working but lens cover problem to a repairman on ebay, and buy a good TZ3 or TZ5 on ebay used, refurbished or new. Good prices if you bide your time.

Don't put in your best bid to the very last minute of the auction. In the mean time, put a camera you are interested in on your MyEbay Watch list and set a reminder alarm on your cell phone about 5 minutes before the auction is to close, then if the price is still good, enter your best bid 30 seconds before the end of the auction. Refresh the auction page on your PC to keep track of the bidding right up to the last 30 minutes so you can see the last remain bid and if it is worth outbidding on this camera. Again, if you are not in a hurry and bide your time, you can get a great buy. There are plenty of these cameras sold every day.

I need to remove front cover and look for an obstruction or possible substance spilled or splashed in camera. N/C for estimates! www.flcamerarepair.com Art Schneider (40 years exp.)