Cleaning Mirrorless and Rangefinder Sensors
Jul 15, 2017 14:54:17 #
Jul 15, 2017 15:29:30 #
I have read once for fixed lens cameras, Extend the camera lens to the maximum zoom then put the end of the vacuum hose over the lens for a few seconds while vacuum is on.
Jul 15, 2017 15:55:24 #
bylinecl wrote:
Anyone have any tips on a small vacuum tool for cleaning off sensors and related area?
Sensor Swabs and Eclipse Fluid. Watch the movie at:
http://photosol.com
You don't want to touch the sensor surface with anything that isn't specifically engineered to clean it. A blower bulb (Rocket Bulb) can knock off surface dust. The sensor is mildly charged with static electricity. So unfortunately, over time, greasy bits of lubricant and metal shavings from the lens, and dust that enters the camera while you change lenses, will get on the sensor and stick to it. A cleaning with a Sensor Swab and 90 to 99% pure, filtered methanol (Eclipse fluid) will usually remove the gunk. You may have to do it twice. Watch the video and follow instructions carefully. Be sure to download and read the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet), as methanol is a nasty poison.
Jul 15, 2017 16:57:58 #
Sorry, something was omitted from my original post i.e. For mirrorless and rangefinder bodies, but thanks anyhow--
Cl/
Cl/
Jul 15, 2017 18:03:35 #
That reply was for cjkoprb, but I screwed up. So thanks, Burke Photo. Good gen. Ordered the kit. cl/
Jul 16, 2017 07:59:35 #
Jul 16, 2017 08:30:05 #
Yes, there are. And so, thanks again. The suggestion to keep continuing to collect "good gen" is much appreciated. Time's short and knowledge's elusive.
Jul 16, 2017 09:12:33 #
I used a vacuum Once for trying to pull dust out of my camera.. The problem was it Pulled tons more dust in from the surrounding area that attached to the sensor... I thought it was a great simply solution to my problems, but sometimes I have to learn the hard way.. Took several hours to clean the recommended way. I'll stick to proven methods from here on out.....
Jul 17, 2017 15:16:26 #
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