I have the same problem with the same camera. If I had the CCD and board, I could put it in myself, it only takes 5 min to get the camera apart. The CCD and chip come seperately and I am not willing to attempt that soldering job. I don't mind spending the money for the two parts soldered. Is there anyway Sony would ante up and give some practical customer service in this circum.. and possibly others as well.

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