Physical & water damage

Camera bump glass cracked

The raised glass covering a multi-camera bump is one of the most drop-prone parts of a phone, and a crack there is a targeted, moderate-cost repair.

Difficulty
Professional only
Time
30–60 minutes at a shop
DIY cost
$10–$20 (case only)
Pro cost
$40–$150

Symptoms

  • Crack or shatter on the raised camera bump glass
  • Individual lenses underneath may look fine
  • Camera bump edge may feel sharp

Likely causes

  • CommonDirect impact on the raised camera bump during a dropBecause the bump sticks out, it's usually the first point of contact when a phone lands on its back.

What to do

  1. Cover any sharp edges with tape to avoid cutting yourself or your bag.
  2. Check if any individual camera lens (not just the cover glass) is also cracked — that's a separate concern.
  3. Avoid setting the phone camera-side down on hard surfaces until repaired.
  4. Add a case with a raised camera bump lip to prevent this from happening again.
  5. Get the camera bump glass replaced at a repair shop, since this is a distinct part from the main lens covers on many models.

Tools and parts

  • Tape (temporary)
  • Case with raised camera lip
Camera bump glass coverSearch: “camera lens cover glass replacement for your model”

When to call a pro

A repair shop can usually swap just the camera bump glass without replacing the whole camera module.

Safety

Use caution

Sharp glass edges around the camera bump can cut fingers; cover with tape until repaired.

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