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Lens Cleaner
Mar 8, 2015 18:33:14 #
Mar 8, 2015 19:54:22 #
bkblaw wrote:
I have a Sony NEX 3N - what lens cleaner would be recommended?
I use Zeiss lens wipes. If they don't work ajax.
Mar 8, 2015 20:31:31 #
Any decent lens cleaner? What does your local camera store have? I wouldn't use a window cleaner with ammonia in it, lenses are usually coated.
Whatever you do, NEVER use saliva.
Whatever you do, NEVER use saliva.
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Mar 9, 2015 04:06:22 #
Leitz
Loc: Solms
bkblaw wrote:
I have a Sony NEX 3N - what lens cleaner would be recommended?
Lens cleaners are not generally recommend for cleaning cameras.
Mar 9, 2015 05:50:03 #
Mar 9, 2015 05:56:15 #
I like the lens/glasses cleaning cloths that 3M manufactures. I never have to use any spray. Maybe I am prejudiced because my best friend works for 3M and gives them to me for free.
Mar 9, 2015 07:12:52 #
RWR
Loc: La Mesa, CA
pumpkinbrat wrote:
What do people use to wipe down, clean there camera with?
I use an old worn out T-shirt, maybe dampen it a bit with water or rubbing alcohol, depending on what I'm wiping off. Micro fiber cloth is also good.
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Mar 9, 2015 07:14:27 #
Mar 9, 2015 07:16:53 #
boberic wrote:
I use Zeiss lens wipes. If they don't work ajax.
The Zeiss wipes are very good. I use them for my glasses and my lenses now. I don't know what they use that's any different from the general run of wipes but they really do the job.
I use a blower to remove dust/grit followed by the lens wipe. As long as your not touching the surface of the lens, you shouldn't need to use the lens wipe very often.
Be sure you don't use any wet cleaning agent if your lens is hot (as in, out in the New Mexico or Arizona sun). You'll get spots that will be difficult to remove.
Mar 9, 2015 08:39:07 #
RWR
Loc: La Mesa, CA
Longshadow wrote:
Rubbing alcohol contains mineral oil.
The label on the one I use says only 70% isopropyl alcohol and water. I fail to see what difference a minute amount of mineral oil would make, anyway.
Mar 9, 2015 10:02:30 #
Longshadow wrote:
Rubbing alcohol contains mineral oil.
I just read my bottle of Rubbing Alcohol, no mention of any oils! You probably have Rubbing Alcohol confused with Fingernail Polish/Paint Remover which is Acetone mixed with Mineral Oil.
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Mar 9, 2015 10:07:45 #
bkblaw wrote:
I have a Sony NEX 3N - what lens cleaner would be recommended?
Why don't you shop at your nearby camera store? Buy a lens cleaning kit? They will have the necessary wipes and solutions.
Mar 9, 2015 10:29:28 #
I use the Zeiss wipes. Had to buy them on Amazon. Hard to find here.
Why do I use them? 'Cause MT Shooter said so...that's why!
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Why do I use them? 'Cause MT Shooter said so...that's why!
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Mar 9, 2015 11:17:37 #
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