Safe lens wipes?
Oct 13, 2020 08:45:59 #
The camera store where I practice GAS will not carry paper wipes for ecological purposes.
Oct 13, 2020 08:56:39 #
I've used the Zeiss wipes, found out they do dry fast, however for a big glass (600 mm F/4), they still can do the job, smaller lenses, no issue
Oct 13, 2020 09:05:41 #
billnikon wrote:
Zeiss makes a very good one. I got mine at Walmart in the glasses section in the front of the store but most on line camera centers also carry them. These are the only ones I have ever used.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1350132-REG/zeiss_2203_468_pre_moistened_cleaning_cloths_box.html?sts=pi&pim=Y
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1350132-REG/zeiss_2203_468_pre_moistened_cleaning_cloths_box.html?sts=pi&pim=Y
They appear to be the same packaging that Nikon has and I'll bet both brands are from the same manufacturer. I use ones from Nikon just because.
But I have noticed a film left on the filters when I finish the wipe. I have often wondered whether this film will show up on the final image. So after I wipe with the lens cloth, I then use the old tried and true method of warm breath and one of those microfiber cloths. Sometimes coffee breath will perk up the colors and give a little more vibrance to the image.....
Oct 13, 2020 09:06:26 #
billnikon wrote:
OK for a filter, never for a lens surface!
Why? Are the lens coatings different? More easily removed? Ruined? Sensitive?
Obviously one would not want to grind the shirttail into the lens.
Usually done in a pinch, not like it's done four times a day, daily.
Oct 13, 2020 09:07:01 #
tomcat wrote:
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But I have noticed a film left on the filters when I finish the wipe. I have often wondered whether this film will show up on the final image. So after I wipe with the lens cloth, I then use the old tried and true method of warm breath and one of those microfiber cloths. Sometimes coffee breath will perk up the colors and give a little more vibrance to the image.....
But I have noticed a film left on the filters when I finish the wipe. I have often wondered whether this film will show up on the final image. So after I wipe with the lens cloth, I then use the old tried and true method of warm breath and one of those microfiber cloths. Sometimes coffee breath will perk up the colors and give a little more vibrance to the image.....
Oct 13, 2020 09:08:37 #
brooklyn-camera I wrote:
Zeiss wipes $15.99 free shipping.... AMAZON PRIME
https://smile.amazon.com/Zeiss-Pre-Moistened-Lens-Cleaning-Wipes/dp/B00GL64QG6/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=zeiss+wipes&qid=1602592763&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1&smid=AOUT97QIB451U&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyQU9RU0FKSk1LQlZMJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMjgyNDY2TUozVjNIMzM5TU9OJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA2Mzk4MjgxWkgwQ0w5V1JOUlI0JndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==
https://smile.amazon.com/Zeiss-Pre-Moistened-Lens-Cleaning-Wipes/dp/B00GL64QG6/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=zeiss+wipes&qid=1602592763&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1&smid=AOUT97QIB451U&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyQU9RU0FKSk1LQlZMJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMjgyNDY2TUozVjNIMzM5TU9OJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA2Mzk4MjgxWkgwQ0w5V1JOUlI0JndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==
Nikon ones are the same price and are probably from the same manufacturer. But after cleaning my filters with these, I have noticed a purplish film smear left on the filter glass. Wonder if this affects the images?
Oct 13, 2020 09:09:46 #
Eric Bornstein wrote:
The camera store where I practice GAS will not carry paper wipes for ecological purposes.
Bunch of snoots aren't they? Do they have paper towels in the bathroom?
Oct 13, 2020 09:13:46 #
gvarner
Loc: Central Oregon Coast
I don’t stress over dust on my lenses. I brush it off once in a while and if it’s really dirty I use a fine spray of half water, half isopropyl alcohol and Kleenex, then dry with one of those eyeglass cloth wipes. I’ve seen beautiful bird shots through window glass. Just sayin'.
Oct 13, 2020 09:14:45 #
tomcat wrote:
Nikon ones are the same price and are probably from the same manufacturer. But after cleaning my filters with these, I have noticed a purplish film smear left on the filter glass. Wonder if this affects the images?
Probably, in some minuscule aspect. Most likely not noticeable by anyone.
(But the lens is not perfectly clean...
)I wonder if anyone uses a magnifying glass to make sure they got everything off of the lens.
Oct 13, 2020 09:33:16 #
Longshadow wrote:
Probably, in some minuscule aspect. Most likely not noticeable by anyone.
(But the lens is not perfectly clean... )
I wonder if anyone uses a magnifying glass to make sure they got everything off of the lens.
(But the lens is not perfectly clean...
)I wonder if anyone uses a magnifying glass to make sure they got everything off of the lens.
Yeah, maybe the smear doesn't affect it, but it does bother me.. But next time, I think I'll do a before and after smear test shot...
Oct 13, 2020 09:45:25 #
tomcat wrote:
Yeah, maybe the smear doesn't affect it, but it does bother me.. But next time, I think I'll do a before and after smear test shot...
Agreed, I don't care for smears either.
It would be interesting to see if the difference is actually discernible.
Oct 13, 2020 10:34:56 #
Tomcat5133
Loc: Gladwyne PA
I have bought boxes of Nikon wipes for a long time.
They are good but get dryer the boxes are big and reasonable on Amazon.
I wipe my Sony camera's with and respectful of my years with Nikon.
Their batteries still work on my LED etc. And amazing company.
They are good but get dryer the boxes are big and reasonable on Amazon.
I wipe my Sony camera's with and respectful of my years with Nikon.
Their batteries still work on my LED etc. And amazing company.
Oct 13, 2020 10:37:18 #
cigar dude
Loc: South Central MA
goldenyears wrote:
I'm looking for recommendations of safe, effective pre-moistened wipes for dust and fingerprints on camera lenses and lcd screens. There are many products for sale on Amazon, including Nikon and Zeiss products, but some buyers complain that these products are too dry. Maybe they are not supposed to be very wet.
I use Hufa wipes from B&H.
No residue, but costs more.
Oct 13, 2020 10:39:07 #
Longshadow wrote:
Agreed, I don't care for smears either....
Actually a little smear on a bagel this morning would have been nice.B ut I went in to the office early today and missed out.
Sorry couldn't resist a little morning humor.
Happy shooting
Oct 13, 2020 10:45:39 #
djlouden wrote:
Actually a little smear on a bagel this morning would have been nice.B ut I went in to the office early today and missed out.
Sorry couldn't resist a little morning humor.
Happy shooting
Sorry couldn't resist a little morning humor.
Happy shooting
Smear or a smattering?
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