Camera sensor cleaning, round two
Feb 23, 2023 07:03:18 #
Decided to try the Carson 4.5X 30 mm Camera Sensor Magnifier
1 On the box is "*Not compatable (sic) with mirrorless cameras". Did not see this in Amazon ad. My bad.
As I intended to use on a Nikon D200 and D300 and Sony 6400, I seem to be out of luck.
Yes/no/comments/solutions? There is a larger 40 mm device. Is this more usable to me or just for larger sensors?
2 Are these devices even necessary? On one YouTube video, the presenter just turned on his cell phone light and used it to highlight the sensor.
3 Looking at more videos, it appears these devices have trouble at times with various mounts. Not clear but maybe some mounts, due to size, prevented accurate focusing on the sensor. Is this an issue?
Thanks for advice.
1 On the box is "*Not compatable (sic) with mirrorless cameras". Did not see this in Amazon ad. My bad.
As I intended to use on a Nikon D200 and D300 and Sony 6400, I seem to be out of luck.
Yes/no/comments/solutions? There is a larger 40 mm device. Is this more usable to me or just for larger sensors?
2 Are these devices even necessary? On one YouTube video, the presenter just turned on his cell phone light and used it to highlight the sensor.
3 Looking at more videos, it appears these devices have trouble at times with various mounts. Not clear but maybe some mounts, due to size, prevented accurate focusing on the sensor. Is this an issue?
Thanks for advice.
Feb 23, 2023 08:02:46 #
I would never attempt to do so without some instruction by someone very experienced.
Feb 23, 2023 08:19:23 #
I dont understand why people are looking for high tech way to remove dust particle from the sensor , when a mini shop vac $ 30 , does that to perfection . I guess too easy .
Feb 23, 2023 09:13:37 #
tcthome
Loc: NJ
iamimdoc wrote:
Decided to try the Carson 4.5X 30 mm Camera Sensor... (show quote)
Are you talking about the way the sensor mag mounts to the camera. Maybe calling & talking to B&H might help. Tell them what cameras you have & your sensormag . The benefits of purchasing from someone who deals with cameras. Mine works/fits on the Nikon D810. You see the little slide on the bottom/base of the sensormag. If not look at the bottom & move the slide.
Good luck.
Feb 23, 2023 09:19:29 #
iamimdoc wrote:
Decided to try the Carson 4.5X 30 mm Camera Sensor... (show quote)
Whenever I think that I have a sensor dot, to be sure I wait until there is a nice blue sky and shoot up at that. This will show even the smallest dot on my sensor. Then I remove the lens from my camera. I then get out my "Sensor KLEAR Loupe. This device has a cylinder that goes over the opening that has a ring of high intensive led bulbs that brightly light up the sensor with a strong magnifier lens . The side of tube has an opening which allows me to insert a cleaning wand down through and clean all that is necessary. I also have some wet cleaning wipe sticks, however haven't had to use the first one as yet. (Hope this helps).
Feb 23, 2023 09:25:07 #
iamimdoc wrote:
Decided to try the Carson 4.5X 30 mm Camera Sensor Magnifier
1 On the box is "*Not compatable (sic) with mirrorless cameras". Did not see this in Amazon ad. My bad.
1 On the box is "*Not compatable (sic) with mirrorless cameras". Did not see this in Amazon ad. My bad.
I wonder why.
Feb 23, 2023 09:30:48 #
Feb 23, 2023 09:32:54 #
I've always heard that you shouldn't use a vacuum to clean the inside of a camera and a computer, but I don't know the reasoning behind that advice. Maybe that only applies to very powerful vacuums.
Feb 23, 2023 10:49:06 #
I bought a lighted magnifier for my Lumix M4/3 camera. The built in DSLR "stand" doesn't sit right on the camera body, but I can see if there is any dust on the sensor.
Feb 24, 2023 06:36:13 #
Feb 24, 2023 07:05:24 #
agillot wrote:
I dont understand why people are looking for high tech way to remove dust particle from the sensor , when a mini shop vac $ 30 , does that to perfection . I guess too easy .
You have overstated it a bit because people will think of a miniture Hoover-vaccum with the rotating brush as being a more-perfect solution!!
The reason "people" are looking for a high-tech way is a religious belief that only technicians trained in the Vadican and chanting in Latin can clean their sensors successfully. The sensors are protected by a vapor fusion silicone coating and finally a tough glass sealed on the top of surface. It is that glass that we clean, not beyond that.
The attached photo shows a diagram of the sensor assembly. I have a photo of my murdered sensor but it is not as clearly authoritarian as the diagram from NEG a company that produces those glass covers.
https://www.neg.co.jp/en/rd/topics/product-cover-glass/
DIAGRAM OF SENSOR ASSEMBLY
Feb 24, 2023 09:17:39 #
Lagoonguy
Loc: New Smyrna Beach, FL
I have the same device and it is very effective in detecting sensor dust. As suggested I always take a shot of a blue sky at f16 or above to note the general location of the dust remembering the location is reversed while looking at the sensor. I successfully cleaned my D750, D7100 & D7000 with the Eyelead stick which cleans dust very well. If it stubborn with some type of other residue I then use the wipes being careful not to use more than 2 drops on the pad. Lots of YouTube videos on how to do it. Be sure to read the directions for either product and do a trial run before you start the procedure. I was anxious at first but it all went pretty smoothly. I have not attempted to clean my mirrorless G9 as it has never needed it in over 4 years. Good luck!
Feb 24, 2023 09:54:11 #
If I can't clean my sensor with a gentle blow from a rocket blower, I send the camera to Nikon for a clean and adjust.
Feb 24, 2023 10:09:04 #
BobPeterson
Loc: Massachusetts
jerryc41 wrote:
I've always heard that you shouldn't use a vacuum to clean the inside of a camera and a computer, but I don't know the reasoning behind that advice. Maybe that only applies to very powerful vacuums.
The best reason not to use a vacuum is static electricity messing with the electronics.
Feb 24, 2023 10:21:34 #
Lagoonguy remarked: "I... As suggested I always take a shot of a blue sky at f16 or above to note the general location of the dust remembering the location is reversed while looking at the sensor." Yes, Lagoonguy, I must redo my Nikon 1 IR conversion because I did not clean the tough glass covering the sensor... The sensor and its cover are below a microscope slide replacing the IR Hot-Mirror.
I was concerned based on all the fears expressed in UHH regarding how delicate sensors are... the tough glass covering the tender areas is just that... Tough. When I take the camera apart again I will have no fear of cleaning the sensor. I ordered 99% Isopropanol from Amazon 500 ml for $20. If mixed with distilled water at least you know the ingredients are pure.
https://www.diyvideostudio.com/how-to-safely-clean-a-camera-lens-with-alcohol/
Lagoonguy, do you realize the government is spending millions to investigate UFOs and it may be dust on the camera lenses? Planet 9 may prove to be a bird dropping!!!
I was concerned based on all the fears expressed in UHH regarding how delicate sensors are... the tough glass covering the tender areas is just that... Tough. When I take the camera apart again I will have no fear of cleaning the sensor. I ordered 99% Isopropanol from Amazon 500 ml for $20. If mixed with distilled water at least you know the ingredients are pure.
https://www.diyvideostudio.com/how-to-safely-clean-a-camera-lens-with-alcohol/
Lagoonguy, do you realize the government is spending millions to investigate UFOs and it may be dust on the camera lenses? Planet 9 may prove to be a bird dropping!!!
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