Xperia Z3 Close Range Focus

[jmejme]

Since recently (I think the most recent firmware update) my Xperia Z3 will no longer focus at close range.

Anything closer than about 1 metre can no longer be photographed. When pressing on the screen (or holding the camera button down half way) it doesn't seem to focus at all.

This is only a recent problem and it seems software related as everything else is working fine.

I have read that it may be related to a change in the Android api in the most recent update.

Sony, please explain and advise? Thank you.

[Qatrium]

What's your firmware version? You can find it in Settings -> About phone.

[Uliwooly · Accepted solution]

@jmejme

Check if the lens has scratches or if it's dirty, also check if there's anything near the lens. 

[jmejme]

Thanks! There was a spec of dust under the back glass cover (was cracked and replaced). Once wiped it fixed it. I thought any dust would have had a much larger impact on the camera. Thanks for your help.