Using Censor Cleaner as a Lens Cleaner
Dec 12, 2017 16:35:18 #
mas24 wrote:
Sensor cleaner for sensors, and lens cleaner for lenses. Simple as that. I have both. Why experiment? Especially, the prices we pay for our hard earned camera gear.
Especially when Zeiss lens wipes are practically free.$15 for 200
Dec 12, 2017 16:36:46 #
Rab-Eye wrote:
I know; it was a typo!!
If it wasn't for typos, we would loose half the jokes on this sight.
Dec 12, 2017 16:39:15 #
dsmeltz wrote:
If it wasn't for typos, we would loose half the jokes on this sight.
eye neevor nake typoz
Dec 12, 2017 16:39:57 #
lamiaceae wrote:
Ben, br br Not to be disrespectful, first I saw L... (show quote)
Mike, no disrespect intended, but I am very clear on the difference between a censor and sensor. That was a typo. I'm unclear about your point regarding the word lens; the correct plural is lenses.
Dec 12, 2017 16:40:24 #
dsmeltz wrote:
If it wasn't for typos, we would loose half the jokes on this sight.
They should be minimal if they are actually typos. We do get almost an hour to proof read and edit. Of course I sometimes still have typos after editing 3 or 4 times.
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Dec 12, 2017 16:41:09 #
rmalarz wrote:
Ben, my personal preference is to use the tool made for the specific job.
--Bob
--Bob
Thanks for being a gentleman and taking me seriously, Bob.
Dec 12, 2017 16:43:34 #
jerrye1000 wrote:
why not just use a lens cleaner and avoid the risks?
Perhaps a dumb answer, but its the truth: I have a bottle of sensor cleaner on hand that I really like, and I cannot remember the name of my favorite lens cleaner. M something-3, maybe? Anyway, you're probably right.
Dec 12, 2017 16:47:46 #
billnikon wrote:
Why use anything but the best for your lenses.
Agreed, and maybe the Zeiss wipes are great, but I am sure Zeiss is only putting their name on someone else's product, and if they are paper-based, I don't think I want them. IMHO, a microfibre cloth is the best, not a premoistened paper wipe. If they are not paper, that's another story entirely, and I will do my due diligence and find out. Thank you.
UPDATE: It appears that these were once made in Germany, but are now made in China and are half the size of the original product. Most interesting to me is that they come with a microfibre cloth. That says to me that they do not do a good enough job on their own and should be following by final cleaning with the cloth. YMMV, but I'll find a solution made for lenses and use that with a microfibre cloth. I do appreciate the suggestion, though.
UPDATE 2.0: God bless Amazon! Formula MC lens cleaner. That's the stuff. Best I ever used.
Dec 12, 2017 17:11:46 #
Looks like you've made up your mind but just in case you want a look see:
I've used these for a couple years, I like the idea of not reusing a cloth due to the potential of picking up dirt and wiping it on a lens.
Ps: nice work conning some guys into free grammar lessons.
I've used these for a couple years, I like the idea of not reusing a cloth due to the potential of picking up dirt and wiping it on a lens.
Ps: nice work conning some guys into free grammar lessons.
Dec 12, 2017 17:20:27 #
Bugfan
Loc: Toronto, Canada
Rab-Eye wrote:
It seems to me that this would be safe and effective. On the other hand, I'm sure censors don't have the same coatings that lenses do. Anyone have a definitive answer as to whether this is a safe thing to do?
For delicate things I tend to always use a tool that is designed for the job. I have a lens cleaning kit that has its own cleaner. I have a sensor cleaning kit that has different chemistry and brushes. I think this is the wise way to go. After all lenses are expensive and replacing a sensor is even more expensive so it's not good to try to save a buck or two by cutting corners.
Dec 12, 2017 17:53:25 #
BassmanBruce wrote:
Looks like you've made up your mind but just in ca... (show quote)
You're the best, Bruce! Thanks for the info and the chuckle!
Ben
Dec 12, 2017 17:53:47 #
Bugfan wrote:
For delicate things I tend to always use a tool that is designed for the job. I have a lens cleaning kit that has its own cleaner. I have a sensor cleaning kit that has different chemistry and brushes. I think this is the wise way to go. After all lenses are expensive and replacing a sensor is even more expensive so it's not good to try to save a buck or two by cutting corners.
Agreed. Thanks.
Dec 13, 2017 00:10:57 #
I think some of the English teachers that felt compelled to point out the typo need to chill out.
Dec 13, 2017 00:28:34 #
GBrcka wrote:
I think some of the English teachers that felt compelled to point out the typo need to chill out.
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Dec 13, 2017 01:24:07 #
boberic wrote:
Especially when Zeiss lens wipes are practically free.$15 for 200
$5/100 in California; the extra $5 is tax!
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