Dust on Sensor
Apr 3, 2012 07:42:53 #
Don't know about the 60d but with the 40D in the same menu you should be able to clean the sensor manually... It will lock up the mirror so you can blow the dust off with a lens cleaning bulb. Also invoking the Clean Now function gives my camera a longer self clean hold the camera facing down when you do... I was worried the first time I cleaned te sensor manually...it s no biggie
Good luck
Good luck
Apr 3, 2012 07:49:49 #
Jerry... When you are finished talking to Erv's wife, please add me to the list of wives you need to talk to. Maybe we could even set up a lecture hall for you to address all the spouses of UHH members.
Apr 3, 2012 07:51:50 #
Dust on sensors is a common headache. I carry my hurricane cleaner with me in my camera bag. I haven't had anything 'stick' to the sensor so haven't had to use anything but the hurricane. My Nikon doesn't auto clean, but does have a cleaning mode to allow manual cleaning.
As an interesting side: while looking for the dust in your picture (only saw one in the water), found I also had a spot on my monitor. Only it wasn't dust - it was something more persistent.....
As an interesting side: while looking for the dust in your picture (only saw one in the water), found I also had a spot on my monitor. Only it wasn't dust - it was something more persistent.....
Apr 3, 2012 08:37:31 #
Erv wrote:
Funny Jerry!! Could you talk to the wife for me? :D
Erv
Erv
I have absolutely no experience convincing anyone's wife that buying camera equipment is a good thing. When UPS arrives, I meet him at the truck.
Wife: "Is that a new camera/lens/thing?"
Me: "This? Oh, I've had this for years."
Apr 3, 2012 08:42:25 #
rambler
Loc: Masssachusetts
Very common, especially if it is windy. There are good cleaning pens available. It could also be a dust spot on a lens even though it is hard to see.
http://www.google.com/products/catalog?client=safari&rls=en&q=camera+lens+cleaners&oe=UTF-8&um=1&ie=UTF-8&tbm=shop&cid=11232020652688947188&sa=X&ei=RfB6T73CAoei9QThg6GLBQ&ved=0CHkQ8wIwAQ#ps-sellers
http://www.google.com/products/catalog?client=safari&rls=en&q=camera+lens+cleaners&oe=UTF-8&um=1&ie=UTF-8&tbm=shop&cid=11232020652688947188&sa=X&ei=RfB6T73CAoei9QThg6GLBQ&ved=0CHkQ8wIwAQ#ps-sellers
Apr 3, 2012 08:48:15 #
You can try to find the closest Canon dealer, but you don't have to. Just go to the closest local camera shop - one that sells Nikon and Canon DSLRs. They can often clean your sensor for a $20 charge, and may even show you how to do it yourself if you ask. If they can't do it, they'll tell you where you can go in the area for this service. Sensor cleaning is just a regular part of camera care - get used to it!
Apr 3, 2012 08:50:17 #
globetrekker wrote:
quote=Hammster Really, you can do it yourself...g... (show quote)
The long way to reach that video is:
http://www.phototips.biz/
Below the latest eposode are two ways to get to the oldies. You are looking for Eposode 71 (November 2010).
Oops, I forgot :oops:
You have to "save as" (download) to your computer since it is an archeive on Vimeo. Hope that helps.
Apr 3, 2012 09:54:06 #
See if ther are any experts in your area who have the know how to clean it, as having it done cost a pretty penny. I have
two Canon T2i cameras, which have the sensor cleaning function built in them, even though that does not say for sure
it is anywhere near perfect for doing the job. I always point my
cameras towards the ground and give them a very light blow
with a bulb blower before attaching the lens.
two Canon T2i cameras, which have the sensor cleaning function built in them, even though that does not say for sure
it is anywhere near perfect for doing the job. I always point my
cameras towards the ground and give them a very light blow
with a bulb blower before attaching the lens.
Apr 3, 2012 09:55:19 #
Lucian
Loc: From Wales, living in Ohio
that spot is not on your lens it is a dust spot on the sensor. If you get a blower be sure to get a higher end one.
There are plenty of cheap ones out there but some still have powder residue in the bulb that they used in manufacturing to stop the rubber from sticking to the mold when making it. So if you have a cheap one you may just be blowing dust into your camera body and on to your sensor. Be sure your bulb is spotlessly clean before blowing into your camera body.
There are plenty of cheap ones out there but some still have powder residue in the bulb that they used in manufacturing to stop the rubber from sticking to the mold when making it. So if you have a cheap one you may just be blowing dust into your camera body and on to your sensor. Be sure your bulb is spotlessly clean before blowing into your camera body.
Apr 3, 2012 10:08:01 #
rambler wrote:
Very common, especially if it is windy. There are good cleaning pens available. It could also be a dust spot on a lens even though it is hard to see.
http://www.google.com/products/catalog?client=safari&rls=en&q=camera+lens+cleaners&oe=UTF-8&um=1&ie=UTF-8&tbm=shop&cid=11232020652688947188&sa=X&ei=RfB6T73CAoei9QThg6GLBQ&ved=0CHkQ8wIwAQ#ps-sellers
http://www.google.com/products/catalog?client=safari&rls=en&q=camera+lens+cleaners&oe=UTF-8&um=1&ie=UTF-8&tbm=shop&cid=11232020652688947188&sa=X&ei=RfB6T73CAoei9QThg6GLBQ&ved=0CHkQ8wIwAQ#ps-sellers
Are you saying to use this lens pen on your sensor?
Apr 3, 2012 10:23:55 #
You could take your camera to a professional to have it cleaned but if you change lenses on your camera, then you will be paying for that quite frequently. Dust on a mirror, or sensor is really irritating so I did some research and bought a little jewel that I can fix the problem myself. I am not trying to sell anything but I will give you a link to check out a cleaner and you can decide which way you would like to go with your dusty sensor. This little piece of equipment is not cheap, but is worth every penny I paid for mine.
http://www.visibledust.com/products3.php?pid=3
http://www.visibledust.com/products3.php?pid=3
Apr 3, 2012 10:44:29 #
On my D60 I remove the lens, Hold the shutter open on Bulb and hit the sensor with a little Dust Off. Hold the can upright and spray a couple of quick bursts before using it on the sensor. I've used this tecnique on several DSLR's and never had a problem. :thumbup: To check the sensor I take a shot with the lens off through an off white piece of thin plastic material and pull the shot up on my monitor and increase the magnification and examine the entire frame.
Apr 3, 2012 10:52:56 #
The smudge on the ocean is indeed a sensor spot. No matter what you do, you will always get dust on the sensor. Sometimes you can blow some of it off. Other methods work better.
I have my cameras periodically cleaned and tweaked by Canon, which is a little costly but worth it to me.
To detect and eliminate sensor spots and other defects, I scroll across my photos at 200%. Time-consuming but worth it if you're selling stock or making big enlargements.
I have my cameras periodically cleaned and tweaked by Canon, which is a little costly but worth it to me.
To detect and eliminate sensor spots and other defects, I scroll across my photos at 200%. Time-consuming but worth it if you're selling stock or making big enlargements.
Apr 3, 2012 11:07:04 #
jefflantzimages
Loc: Seattle
60 D does have an auto dust cleaner. i use the procedure outlined by Hammster and a large bulb. i only have my camera cleaned when the dust is on the mirror. you can remove the dust also by Lightroom, or any of the Adobe products - CS5 or Elements or repair brush in Aperture. go to a good camera store in SF and ask for the name of several good camera repair stores. they may have their own, but if they are wanting your long term business they will give you a list. here in seattle, Glazers will give you such a list. then go in a talk to the people in the store and make your judgment. i have mine cleaned regularly especially if i have been at the beach, or a high wind area.
Apr 3, 2012 11:34:25 #
sontog wrote:
You could take your camera to a professional to ha... (show quote)
That is what i use and recommended
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