Lens cleaning
Jun 21, 2023 14:31:11 #
trbeason
Loc: Otsego, Michigan
I do mostly sports photography as a hobby (Timothy Beason Photography on FB) for my local high school.
I’m wondering what most photographers use for cleaning lenses. I’ve heard the term “polishing” used in some cloths used. Polishing doesn’t sound like a good idea to me. I would think the cleanest approach would be best. What do you all use and recommend?
I’m wondering what most photographers use for cleaning lenses. I’ve heard the term “polishing” used in some cloths used. Polishing doesn’t sound like a good idea to me. I would think the cleanest approach would be best. What do you all use and recommend?
Jun 21, 2023 14:37:59 #
stogieboy
Loc: Marlboro, NY
Get a dry microfiber cloth (like the ones for eyeglasses) and keep in your camera bag. If you need to use a liquid, there are Zeiss cloths available by the hundreds from Amazon for not much money, and they'll last you for a long time. You could also use just a bit of water, or an alcohol & water solution.
Jun 21, 2023 14:42:11 #
I use Clear View lens cleaner. Spray it on a microfiber cloth and use that to wipe the lens clean.
Jun 21, 2023 14:53:56 #
I use Zeiss Wipes on occasion.
(But they don't need a lot of cleaning.)
(But they don't need a lot of cleaning.)
Jun 21, 2023 20:35:57 #
I've been using Zeiss wipes on all my lenses for years. Just make sure to follow the instructions on the back. Esp. the Advisory note!
Jun 21, 2023 22:12:59 #
Jun 22, 2023 07:40:47 #
Jun 22, 2023 08:27:06 #
Jun 22, 2023 08:31:52 #
trbeason wrote:
I do mostly sports photography as a hobby (Timothy Beason Photography on FB) for my local high school.
I’m wondering what most photographers use for cleaning lenses. I’ve heard the term “polishing” used in some cloths used. Polishing doesn’t sound like a good idea to me. I would think the cleanest approach would be best. What do you all use and recommend?
I’m wondering what most photographers use for cleaning lenses. I’ve heard the term “polishing” used in some cloths used. Polishing doesn’t sound like a good idea to me. I would think the cleanest approach would be best. What do you all use and recommend?
First use a Rocket Blaster or similar tool to get rid of any loose grit. Then use either Zeiss or Nikon wipes.
A high quality filter is not a bad idea.
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Jun 22, 2023 08:34:31 #
jim quist wrote:
It’s glass so windex should do you good.
From what I've heard, Windex is not a good cleaner for camera lenses, eyeglasses, and many other surfaces.
Jun 22, 2023 08:34:51 #
Some tips -
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/photography/tips-and-solutions/how-to-clean-your-lens-and-filters
http://www.diyphotography.net/5-easy-top-tips-keeping-lenses-clean/
http://www.diyphotography.net/clean-camera-lenses-check-problems/
https://photographylife.com/how-to-clean-slr-camera-lenses
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/photography/tips-and-solutions/how-to-clean-your-lens-and-filters
http://www.diyphotography.net/5-easy-top-tips-keeping-lenses-clean/
http://www.diyphotography.net/clean-camera-lenses-check-problems/
https://photographylife.com/how-to-clean-slr-camera-lenses
Jun 22, 2023 08:39:43 #
CliffMcKenzie
Loc: Lake Athens Texas
Bill_de wrote:
First use a Rocket Blaster or similar tool to get rid of any loose grit. Then use either Zeiss or Nikon wipes.
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YES...always start with Rocket Blaster (or like) tool. Follow with brush...then clean lens.
Jun 22, 2023 09:04:29 #
CliffMcKenzie wrote:
YES...always start with Rocket Blaster (or like) tool. Follow with brush...then clean lens.
Never use canned spray.
Jun 22, 2023 09:54:28 #
jerryc41 wrote:
From what I've heard, Windex is not a good cleaner for camera lenses, eyeglasses, and many other surfaces.
I've added him to my...do not buy gear from list.
Jun 22, 2023 10:09:49 #
jim quist wrote:
It’s glass so windex should do you good.
I would stay away from Windex. It's not the glass that you need to be concerned about. It's the coating on top of the glass that you need to be careful with. While coatings have become more durable over the years, they still need to be handled with care.
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