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Mar 17, 2019 10:57:56   #
Orson Burleigh Loc: Annapolis, Maryland, USA
 
mborn wrote:
I have been using the Zeus’s wipes without any problems. Will have to try the Nikon brand


Zeus's wipes must, by definition, be devine

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Mar 17, 2019 11:52:10   #
LWW Loc: Banana Republic of America
 
Orson Burleigh wrote:
Zeus's wipes must, by definition, be devine


By thunder, that would be divine.

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Mar 17, 2019 12:00:29   #
cjc2 Loc: Hellertown PA
 
Never even knew that Nikon sold wipes, but have been using the Zeiss version for some time. I buy them in Walmart for $5 per box of 100. Best of luck.

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Mar 17, 2019 12:36:51   #
AMO Loc: Pennsburg, PA
 
ronichas wrote:
Hoodman Lens cleanse wipes are great. There are 2 in a package, one wet one and one dry one.

https://www.hoodmanusa.com/Lens-Cleanse-Kits-s/132.htm


I have the Nikon wipes but wonder if they are safe to use with certain lens coatings such as Tamron Fluroine and B+W MRC nano. Does anyone have any experience with using these wipes with these types of coatings?

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Mar 17, 2019 12:47:32   #
jeep_daddy Loc: Prescott AZ
 
LWW wrote:
As a geek always looking for something better I’m offering my thoughts on what I’ve tried and am open to new suggestions.

INVISIBLE GLASS WIPES: I’ve always loved their products for detailing auto glass and mirrors. Very disappointed as they left visible streaks.

KODAK CLEANING PAPER AND FLUID: Used to be my go to stuff. Did a good job, but I don’t know if it’s even still available.

PORTER’S CLEANING PAPERAND FLUID: I think it was made by KIDSK but was a bit less money as a store brand.

ZEISS OPTICAL WIPES: This was my next go to product. Did an excellent job, but was a bit speedy.

NIKON OPTICAL WIPES: So far the best I’ve found, and oddly the least expensive.
As a geek always looking for something better I’m ... (show quote)


LIGHTER FLUID WORKS GREAT!














KIDDING!

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Mar 17, 2019 13:01:12   #
LWW Loc: Banana Republic of America
 
AMO wrote:
I have the Nikon wipes but wonder if they are safe to use with certain lens coatings such as Tamron Fluroine and B+W MRC nano. Does anyone have any experience with using these wipes with these types of coatings?


I have not tried on that glass, but the packaging claims its good on lenses with anti-reflective coatings.

I rarely ever touch the front element of any lens. I do clean filters periodically and rarely ever clean the rear element of a lens.

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Mar 17, 2019 13:01:56   #
LWW Loc: Banana Republic of America
 
jeep_daddy wrote:
LIGHTER FLUID WORKS GREAT!














KIDDING!


Now thats what I call a hot tip!

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Mar 17, 2019 13:32:55   #
Bill P
 
I have never seen Nikon wipes, and until now hadn't evven heard of them. Certainly they're not available at our local Costco.

But Zeiss wipes are all over. I just checked my box of them and it says "Made in China. Dist. by Carl Zeiss Optical." So, not made by Zeiss, but still good for glasses. Never have tried them on a lens. \\Which I must ask, what are you getting on your lens that requires a wet wipe? I just use a microfiber cloth on my lenses when needed.

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Mar 17, 2019 13:53:04   #
nadelewitz Loc: Ithaca NY
 
Use 91% isopropyl alcohol and a soft fabric cloth or a delicate-task disposable wiper. Some lens fluids are just alcohol anyway.
I've given up on lens tissue and commercial lens cleaners...too much streaking.

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Mar 17, 2019 14:10:43   #
CamB Loc: Juneau, Alaska
 
LWW wrote:
As a geek always looking for something better I’m offering my thoughts on what I’ve tried and am open to new suggestions.

INVISIBLE GLASS WIPES: I’ve always loved their products for detailing auto glass and mirrors. Very disappointed as they left visible streaks.

KODAK CLEANING PAPER AND FLUID: Used to be my go to stuff. Did a good job, but I don’t know if it’s even still available.

PORTER’S CLEANING PAPERAND FLUID: I think it was made by KIDSK but was a bit less money as a store brand.

ZEISS OPTICAL WIPES: This was my next go to product. Did an excellent job, but was a bit speedy.

NIKON OPTICAL WIPES: So far the best I’ve found, and oddly the least expensive.
As a geek always looking for something better I’m ... (show quote)

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Mar 17, 2019 14:14:02   #
CamB Loc: Juneau, Alaska
 
I use my T shirt. Available where ever clothes are sold. 55yrs. without a problem.
...Cam
LWW wrote:
As a geek always looking for something better I’m offering my thoughts on what I’ve tried and am open to new suggestions.

INVISIBLE GLASS WIPES: I’ve always loved their products for detailing auto glass and mirrors. Very disappointed as they left visible streaks.

KODAK CLEANING PAPER AND FLUID: Used to be my go to stuff. Did a good job, but I don’t know if it’s even still available.

PORTER’S CLEANING PAPERAND FLUID: I think it was made by KIDSK but was a bit less money as a store brand.

ZEISS OPTICAL WIPES: This was my next go to product. Did an excellent job, but was a bit speedy.

NIKON OPTICAL WIPES: So far the best I’ve found, and oddly the least expensive.
As a geek always looking for something better I’m ... (show quote)

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Mar 17, 2019 14:24:21   #
Bill_de Loc: US
 
LWW wrote:
I’ve wondered about that.

We buy them on AMAZON by the 200 box, and they are within pennies per box.

My guess is each has a proprietary formula. The ZEISS stays wet a tad longer, the NIKON dries on the filter a bit quicker. Neither has a streak issue.

With two eyeglass wearers they go quickly.


Got me curious. Your observations are probably spot on. What I found, just looking at the packaging, Nikon wipes contain alcohol, Zeiss clearly states 'contains no alcohol'.

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Mar 17, 2019 17:13:02   #
aellman Loc: Boston MA
 
LWW wrote:
As a geek always looking for something better I’m offering my thoughts on what I’ve tried and am open to new suggestions.

INVISIBLE GLASS WIPES: I’ve always loved their products for detailing auto glass and mirrors. Very disappointed as they left visible streaks.

KODAK CLEANING PAPER AND FLUID: Used to be my go to stuff. Did a good job, but I don’t know if it’s even still available.

PORTER’S CLEANING PAPERAND FLUID: I think it was made by KIDSK but was a bit less money as a store brand.

ZEISS OPTICAL WIPES: This was my next go to product. Did an excellent job, but was a bit speedy.

NIKON OPTICAL WIPES: So far the best I’ve found, and oddly the least expensive.
As a geek always looking for something better I’m ... (show quote)


I have used the Zeiss and Nikon wipes. Both excellent.

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Mar 17, 2019 18:25:51   #
Peanut_the_cat Loc: Bradenton, Florida
 
AMO wrote:
I have the Nikon wipes but wonder if they are safe to use with certain lens coatings such as Tamron Fluroine and B+W MRC nano. Does anyone have any experience with using these wipes with these types of coatings?


Only ever use a wipe designated for wiping lenses. But NEVER overuse even a designated wipe. They will remove the lens coating that is for anti flare as well as assisting the transmission of light. A friend of mine used to wipe a lens he used all the time, and in 3 years the coating was gone. This was a Sigma lens. He returned it to Sigma who kindly offered to sell him a new lens with a huge discount or they could replace the front element (for a fee). I carry wipes with me but almost never use them. I use a puffer/blower now and again but unless the lens has a fingerprint or grease mark on it then try to avoid wiping.

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Mar 17, 2019 19:29:26   #
KLambar Loc: New Jersey
 
I use Zeiss at Sam's Club for $8.64 for 225.

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