Spots on the sensor: Hi all, I have a Canon 60d that has some spots on the sensor. They are easy to see - have a look at the last shot here http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-508563-1.html...

stevenh0027 Loc: Melbourne Australia

Hi all,
I have a Canon 60d that has some spots on the sensor.
They are easy to see - have a look at the last shot here
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-508563-1.html

I have checked that it is not the lens - it defiantly is not (spots apear in same position on shots takes with two different lenses).

Looking at various options I have come across this product:
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/AU-9-IN-1-VSGO-DSLR-Camera-Clean-Lens-Kit-Sensor-Cleaning-Swab-LCD-Screen-New-/222379560232?

Just wondering if anybody has used this product?
Or if anybody can recommend an alternative.

Thank-you

IDguy Loc: Idaho

There are many alternatives. If the spots aren’t sticky I’ve had good success with te Arctic Butterfly. You need to shop around as the manufacturer in Canada charges outrageous shipping. Try Adorama.

If that doesn’t do it you need wet cleaning. I recommend you get a lens to observe the sensor before and after. The spots are opposite from where they appear on your images.

Dan R Loc: Way Way Way Upstate NY

If my rocket blower doesn't remove them, my sensor gets wet cleaned. Take a look at the following link, it has some good info.

http://www.cleaningdigitalcameras.com

MichaelH Loc: NorCal via Lansing, MI

Check out these two sites. One is the manufacturer's site and the other a distributor. There is information on the procedure(s) and supplies. The only thing that cannot travel by air is the methanol based cleaning solution for which they have a non-flammable alternative. But the easiest part of the cleaning process (and the only one I have so far used) is inverting your camera with the sensor exposed and blowing air in from the lens opening with a good bulb blower and dislodge any loose dust. You can damage your sensor by being too rough with it. A local camera shop should have someone on hand who has experience doing this and it shouldn't cost much more than the kit you are looking at if you don't want to risk damaging the sensor.
http://www.thedustpatrol.com/
https://www.micro-tools.com/collections/the-dust-patrol?page=2

CO

I would start with a good filtered blower. I have the Koh Global Hepa Jet Air II blower. It has a large hepa filter, an anti-static filter, one-way check valve, and a medical grade PVC bulb. Blowers that have a rubber bulb can shed fine particles which can end up on the sensor. The PVC bulb won't do that. Adorama Camera has it or you can order it directly from Koh Global. It has always removed dust on my camera's sensors and reflex mirrors.

leftyD500 Loc: Ocala, Florida

stevenh0027 wrote:

Hi all, br I have a Canon 60d that has some spots ... (show quote)

I recently cleaned my sensor with a sensor cleaning kit I purchased from B&H. I was very apprehensive, I have never one it before. However, after watching several videos on sensor cleaning, I took the plunge, and glad I did, it was quote easy. Sensor now clean as a whistle. Just be sure to buy a kit made for your sensor size, like full frame vs crop sensor. Good luck.

brucewells Loc: Central Kentucky

stevenh0027 wrote:

Hi all, br I have a Canon 60d that has some spots ... (show quote)

Does your camera not have a sensor cleaning function in the menus?

mas24 Loc: Southern CA

CO wrote:

I would start with a good filtered blower. I have the Koh Global Hepa Jet Air II blower. It has a large hepa filter, an anti-static filter, one-way check valve, and a medical grade PVC bulb. Blowers that have a rubber bulb can shed fine particles which can end up on the sensor. The PVC bulb won't do that. Adorama Camera has it or you can order it directly from Koh Global. It has always removed dust on my camera's sensors and reflex mirrors.

I never heard of this blower. I've always, for many years, just used the standard rocket blower. I am going to check this one out. It seems to meet your approval.

LoneRangeFinder Loc: Left field

stevenh0027 wrote:

Hi all, br I have a Canon 60d that has some spots ... (show quote)

I haven’t used that specific kit—I’ve used the Eclipse cleaner and swabs. Although the first time is likely met with trepidation. It’s not for everyone..... here’s some information: https://www.adorama.com/alc/0013666/article/The-Secret-of-Effectively-and-Safely-Cleaning-Your-Digital-Camera-Sensor-Yourself

Brent Rowlett Loc: Atlanta, GA

brucewells wrote:

Does your camera not have a sensor cleaning function in the menus?

Doesn’t work for condensation streaks and dust. If you are a serious photographer for $100/yr join Canon’s PPS program for free cleaning of all your cameras, 20% discount on all repairs, and free loaner cameras if you are in a bind. Personally I would not risk my cameras with a cleaning kit. Let the pros do it with a guarantee. $100.00 a year? Nothing. I have all my 4 cameras cleaned and maintenance pulled annually. I have all my lenses cleaned and maintenance pulled every 2 years.

LoneRangeFinder Loc: Left field

Brent Rowlett wrote:

Doesn’t work for condensation streaks and dust. If you are a serious photographer for $100/yr join Canon’s PPS program for free cleaning of all your cameras, 20% discount on all repairs, and free loaner cameras if you are in a bind. Personally I would not risk my cameras with a cleaning kit. Let the pros do it with a guarantee. $100.00 a year? Nothing. I have all my 4 cameras cleaned and maintenance pulled annually. I have all my lenses cleaned and maintenance pulled every 2 years.

Valid point—not everyone is comfortable or perhaps even capable of cleaning their sensors. The first time can feel intimidating. However sensor spots occur at the most inopportune time—and sometimes may interfere with ones ability to complete a shoot. I’m pretty careful, but spots happen—and having the capability of cleaning a sensor is an essential part of the way I work. To each his own.

Brent Rowlett Loc: Atlanta, GA

LoneRangeFinder wrote:

Valid point—not everyone is comfortable or perhaps even capable of cleaning their sensors. The first time can feel intimidating. However sensor spots occur at the most inopportune time—and sometimes may interfere with ones ability to complete a shoot. I’m pretty careful, but spots happen—and having the capability of cleaning a sensor is an essential part of the way I work. To each his own.

That’s why we have Lightroom and Photoshop at hand.😎

JimRPhoto Loc: Raleigh NC

You might want to check the camera store where you bought it. The one near me provides free sensor cleaning by people who know what they are doing, for the entire time you own the camera. They tell me that some pro photographers bring their cameras in for sensor cleaning once or twice a month, and it is no problem. Good luck. JimR

ORpilot Loc: Prineville, Or

Always use a blower 1st. Next step is to go in your menue and try the camera's onboard sensor cleaning. Next is to let your camera store clean it. Out here in Oreagon, Shutterbug Cameras, will do it and every once in a while offer free cleaning. And last, get a kit from a dealer like B&H or Adorama. Just remember, if you screw up the sensor you just trashed your camera. The minor stuff I just deal with in post processing.

bwana Loc: Bergen, Alberta, Canada

stevenh0027 wrote:

Hi all, br I have a Canon 60d that has some spots ... (show quote)

1) Try an air puffer first; if doesn't work 2)
2) Then try a lens brush; if doesn't work 3)
3) Then try a LensPen sensor cleaner; if doesn't work 4)
4) Then try a VisibleDust wand and cleaning solution; if doesn't work 5)
5) contact your local camera store

A few dust specs can easily be removed in postprocessing, particularly in Lightroom. I wouldn't get too worried it!

bwa