Favorite brand?
Feb 28, 2020 09:29:09 #
olemikey
Loc: 6 mile creek, Spacecoast Florida
I've used Kimtech "Kimwipes" since my working days, it worked well for all manner of high-end glass then, and has worked well on all my glass (have never seen any evidence of damage to my glass). Bulb blower first, then wipes "if needed".
Like some other folks, I will use fresh out of the package microfiber cloth, but don't re-use on lenses after initial use. Unless something really nasty on a lens, just a little distilled water (few drops) and very gentle rubbing action.
Biggest thing, keep fingers off of lens glass!! Or, if you shoot a lot in harsh environments - then a good clear filter, or UV filter might be a good way to go, better to clean the filter all the time rather than the lens glass, much easier and cheaper to replace!!. Some lenses will become "sealed, or semi-sealed" on the front element by the addition of a filter.
Never use old cloth or wipes that are not clean, have not been protected from the environment, no telling what you might wipe on your lens, or cause micro-scratches.
When tearing down and working on lens internals, sometimes alcohol, then water, if things are nasty inside, or out...
All this is IMHO, YMMV, and my $.02
Like some other folks, I will use fresh out of the package microfiber cloth, but don't re-use on lenses after initial use. Unless something really nasty on a lens, just a little distilled water (few drops) and very gentle rubbing action.
Biggest thing, keep fingers off of lens glass!! Or, if you shoot a lot in harsh environments - then a good clear filter, or UV filter might be a good way to go, better to clean the filter all the time rather than the lens glass, much easier and cheaper to replace!!. Some lenses will become "sealed, or semi-sealed" on the front element by the addition of a filter.
Never use old cloth or wipes that are not clean, have not been protected from the environment, no telling what you might wipe on your lens, or cause micro-scratches.
When tearing down and working on lens internals, sometimes alcohol, then water, if things are nasty inside, or out...
All this is IMHO, YMMV, and my $.02
Feb 28, 2020 09:33:41 #
dsmeltz wrote:
Sorry. My optometrist gave me a lecture one day about using TP on my glasses. It stuck. 
Maybe I should have added, if you must use TP, only use fresh. Would that have helped?
Maybe I should have added, if you must use TP, only use fresh. Would that have helped?
You may get away with "used" if you haven't use it too often . . . .
Feb 28, 2020 09:49:05 #
Thanks for all the info, I learned one thing, don’t reuse my little cloths. I have been doing that... However I have not been using Charmin!!
Feb 28, 2020 09:51:13 #
Photolady2014 wrote:
What is your favorite brand of lens cleaner and tissue papers for cleaning?
I have the lens pen and rocket blower with and without brush that came in a kit. Also dozens of lens cloths, but sometimes a more through cleaning seems necessary.
Thanks for your input!
Beth
I have the lens pen and rocket blower with and without brush that came in a kit. Also dozens of lens cloths, but sometimes a more through cleaning seems necessary.
Thanks for your input!
Beth
Zeiss wipes are good. When I run out of Kodak Lens Cleaning Tissue and Fluid, I'll buy some Zeiss Wipes. They work on all fine optics.
Feb 28, 2020 10:09:36 #
Jimmy T wrote:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1350132-REG/zeiss_2203_468_pre_moistened_cleaning_cloths_box.html
Safe for optics, screens, self contained pre-moistened, pocketable, and they do a great job.
Smile,
JimmyT Sends
And Recommends!
Safe for optics, screens, self contained pre-moistened, pocketable, and they do a great job.
Smile,
JimmyT Sends
And Recommends!
Wow. You can buy the same Zeiss wipes from Walmart for $5 a hundred. B&H must love you!
- FTn
Feb 28, 2020 10:37:38 #
Longshadow wrote:
I just saw the Zeiss that were in little packets at B&H and decided that is what I can easily carry around, and use them for my glasses also. So I bought them. 
Walmart sells the zeiss packets
Feb 28, 2020 11:53:07 #
Feb 28, 2020 12:30:25 #
Longshadow wrote:
I just saw the Zeiss that were in little packets at B&H and decided that is what I can easily carry around, and use them for my glasses also. So I bought them.
You can get them at Walmart too.
Feb 28, 2020 14:18:41 #
dsmeltz wrote:
A blower.
Microfiber cloth.
Spit. Unless I have recently chewed on granola.
Microfiber cloth.
Spit. Unless I have recently chewed on granola.
GOOD CALL!!!
Feb 28, 2020 14:57:18 #
Photolady2014 wrote:
What is your favorite brand of lens cleaner and tissue papers for cleaning?
I have the lens pen and rocket blower with and without brush that came in a kit. Also dozens of lens cloths, but sometimes a more through cleaning seems necessary.
Thanks for your input!
Beth
I have the lens pen and rocket blower with and without brush that came in a kit. Also dozens of lens cloths, but sometimes a more through cleaning seems necessary.
Thanks for your input!
Beth
I was going to say that I just send my camera with lens attached out with the dry cleaning. Then I rethought that impulse based on the possibility that some of my hedgehog friends might attempt to do the same. Again, just a bit of levity.
Feb 28, 2020 16:42:33 #
Photolady2014 wrote:
What is your favorite brand of lens cleaner and tissue papers for cleaning?
I have the lens pen and rocket blower with and without brush that came in a kit. Also dozens of lens cloths, but sometimes a more through cleaning seems necessary.
Thanks for your input!
Beth
I have the lens pen and rocket blower with and without brush that came in a kit. Also dozens of lens cloths, but sometimes a more through cleaning seems necessary.
Thanks for your input!
Beth
Air and brush. I use Zeiss patches in individually sealed sealed packets.
Feb 28, 2020 20:26:34 #
Jimmy T wrote:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1350132-REG/zeiss_2203_468_pre_moistened_cleaning_cloths_box.html
Safe for optics, screens, self contained pre-moistened, pocketable, and they do a great job.
Smile,
JimmyT Sends
And Recommends!
Safe for optics, screens, self contained pre-moistened, pocketable, and they do a great job.
Smile,
JimmyT Sends
And Recommends!
Ditto Jimmy T
Feb 28, 2020 20:39:23 #
When I worked for Minolta (15 years) and visited the factory I was taught to only use a thin chamois cloth and the water created by breathing on the lens, filter or even mirror surface. If there is dust first use a brush.
Whatever method you are using you can check its effectiveness and residue by breathing on your lens. Reside will show swirls.
Whatever method you are using you can check its effectiveness and residue by breathing on your lens. Reside will show swirls.
Feb 28, 2020 22:07:39 #
Feb 28, 2020 23:13:48 #
I have consistently used a blower on lenses and hold the camera inverted to blow off mirror. Let gravity be your friend. For actual cleaning of lens surface and sensors I have used several of the products mentioned. But as of late (last 2 years) I have been using Joseph Cristina's products. I have had zero issues and very satisfied with his products. I also drink his tea brand! LOL
https://jcristina.com/product-category/lens-cleaning/?v=7516fd43adaa
https://jcristina.com/product-category/lens-cleaning/?v=7516fd43adaa
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