Lens Pen Question
Apr 13, 2015 14:30:49 #
First, I'm new to the group and want to say I enjoy reading all the posts.
I have a question about Lens Pen. I don't have a problem with a dirty camera lens but do have another optical device that I need to clean (binoculars). I have used the brush end of Lens Pens for quite a long time, but my question concerns the other end which is described as a "carbon cleaning compound." Although it's advertised as being completely safe for even coated optics, I'm not sure I want to try to clean optics with a carbon cleaning compound. Does anyone have any experience with this, or should I just use a quality moist lens cleaning wipe?
Thanks in advance for any advice.
I have a question about Lens Pen. I don't have a problem with a dirty camera lens but do have another optical device that I need to clean (binoculars). I have used the brush end of Lens Pens for quite a long time, but my question concerns the other end which is described as a "carbon cleaning compound." Although it's advertised as being completely safe for even coated optics, I'm not sure I want to try to clean optics with a carbon cleaning compound. Does anyone have any experience with this, or should I just use a quality moist lens cleaning wipe?
Thanks in advance for any advice.
Apr 13, 2015 14:49:46 #
Welcome!
Ziess lens wipes are very good and designed for optics. You can get them at Wal-Mart for about $5.00 a box.
Ziess lens wipes are very good and designed for optics. You can get them at Wal-Mart for about $5.00 a box.
Apr 13, 2015 16:04:58 #
chickenfish wrote:
First, I'm new to the group and want to say I enjo... (show quote)
Guess what chicken fish! YOU are a carbon cleaner! Carbon is so readily available that it is no big deal to see it listed as an ingredient. Lens Pens have been around for a time, and enjoy a good reputation. Now if it says carBIDE you have a problem.
Apr 13, 2015 16:25:48 #
I've used the Lenspen carbon wipe on the front and rear elements of all my lenses with no discernible negative effects. Wonderful tool.
Apr 13, 2015 17:46:38 #
mwsilvers
Loc: Central New Jersey
chickenfish wrote:
First, I'm new to the group and want to say I enjo... (show quote)
I've been using Lens Pens on all my lenses for the last few years. Quick, easy and safe. However, there are apparently counterfeits out there, so buy from a reputable dealer, or buy directly from Lens Pens.
Apr 13, 2015 17:55:29 #
chickenfish wrote:
First, I'm new to the group and want to say I enjo... (show quote)
Lens pens work great on binoculars; I use for all camera lenses and binoculars. Friends use them for sensor cleaning, but I never have. Camera stores in Nashville have been out of stock so I need some.
Apr 13, 2015 18:20:58 #
I've used a brandname LensPen for a few years now, and really like it. Always blow off (with a rocket blower or similar) loose dust first, or lightly brush it away with the brush built in with the LensPen, then use the LensPen.
It's quick, easy and after some three years of frequent use, no indication of "wear" or damaging the coating on my lenses.
It's quick, easy and after some three years of frequent use, no indication of "wear" or damaging the coating on my lenses.
Apr 14, 2015 06:37:58 #
davidrb wrote:
Guess what chicken fish! YOU are a carbon cleaner! Carbon is so readily available that it is no big deal to see it listed as an ingredient.
LensPen is fine. We've been using them for year,
Spaghetti alla carbonare, Portobello And Leek Carbonara, Asparagus And Tomato Carbonara,
Apr 14, 2015 09:48:30 #
DaveyDitzer
Loc: Western PA
chickenfish wrote:
First, I'm new to the group and want to say I enjo... (show quote)
Often, Leupold rifle scopes come with lens pens. These feature a soft brush on one end and a carbon cleaner on the other. I have used them more often on scopes than camera lenses without problems. However the carbon cleaner is shaped and intuitively seems to require the absence of any grit or particulate matter before use. If the brush can't move it then wet lens tissue might be better.
Apr 14, 2015 09:53:31 #
Works great on my lenses. Just don't try to use it wet: it's a dry cleaner.
Apr 14, 2015 11:35:15 #
balticvid
Loc: Queens now NJ
Erik_H wrote:
Welcome!
Ziess lens wipes are very good and designed for optics. You can get them at Wal-Mart for about $5.00 a box.
Ziess lens wipes are very good and designed for optics. You can get them at Wal-Mart for about $5.00 a box.
I would only trust a cleaner with the Leica or Ziess
name on it. Who makes the lens pens?
Apr 14, 2015 12:21:52 #
DaveyDitzer
Loc: Western PA
balticvid wrote:
I would only trust a cleaner with the Leica or Ziess
name on it. Who makes the lens pens?
name on it. Who makes the lens pens?
Mine came with my Leupold scope, but the maker is not specified. Just has a Leupold name on it.
Apr 14, 2015 13:01:14 #
balticvid wrote:
I would only trust a cleaner with the Leica or Ziess
name on it. Who makes the lens pens?
name on it. Who makes the lens pens?
Mine is a Nikon. Beware of imitations. :-D
Apr 14, 2015 15:09:18 #
balticvid wrote:
I would only trust a cleaner with the Leica or Ziess
name on it. Who makes the lens pens?
name on it. Who makes the lens pens?
Zeiss and Leica undoubtedly are trusted names, too!
To answer your question: LENSPEN®
See: http://www.lenspen.com
Apr 15, 2015 13:20:24 #
chickenfish wrote:
I use a lens pen all the time, even on my expensive lens, and so far no ill results. I doubt that Nikon would put their name on one if it would harm a lens.First, I'm new to the group and want to say I enjo... (show quote)
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