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05/02/2011 03:34:20 PM · #1 |
I used this pen to clean my sensor and it made a huge difference!
I don't need it perfectly perfect, but I did a dry cleaning in about 10 minutes and about 3 passes.
I had before and after images but closed them without saving. Shooting a sky at f32, I went from about 10-15 black specks to 1 in a lower corner that I will not worry about.
Not bad for less than $9!
This post is less impacting with no photos, but I hope it helps someone looking for a relatively cheap solution. |
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05/02/2011 03:39:23 PM · #2 |
I may have to get one of these. I bought 15 cleaning pads and some eclipse fluid a few months ago and the other day I went to clean it and after every pad the dust was just getting moved around the sensor and I just couldn't clean it! I ended up using 6 pads in one session which is worth about £10!
EDIT: Is this the one?
Message edited by author 2011-05-02 15:53:14. |
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05/02/2011 03:51:32 PM · #3 |
yup I use that pen too, it's great! plus easy to travel with ;)
Message edited by author 2011-05-02 15:51:46.
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05/02/2011 08:56:39 PM · #4 |
| I've got one of those. I think I bought it back in the days when I was using a point and shoot, so I didn't know one could use it on the sensor. If I'm going to try that I should probably get a new one because I doubt I can get the old one clean enough. I wasn't very happy with the wet job I did on my Rebel and have been scared to try cleaning the sensor on my 7D. I think I'll give it a try on the Rebel first to see how it works out. |
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05/02/2011 09:29:45 PM · #5 |
| that pin is for ccd sensors......ok for cmos type? |
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05/02/2011 09:33:13 PM · #6 |
A friend of mine just purchased this kit. I never used a loupe before, but now that I did, i will never recommend not using one.
Lenspen SKLK-1 SensorKlear Loupe Kit
It really lights up the dust and spots and makes it really easy to clean. I have it in my wish list and will be ordering it soon. I already borrowed his twice.
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05/02/2011 10:34:10 PM · #7 |
I'd have to have a lot of image dust on my D700 before I stick that thing on my sensor ! With that said....I'm sure it works fine...however, I bet there is some fine print somewhere !
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05/02/2011 10:57:20 PM · #8 |
It is pretty bold "...recommended to be performed by the Service Centers..." "...no responsibility for any damage..." etc etc. :-D
I was just very careful and risked it after reading a ton of good reviews, used light pressure and steady movements.
Still, I had no loupe. Instead I held a Surefire in my mouth, held the camera upside down in my chest, leaned all the way over peered in upside down....quite a feat!
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05/02/2011 10:57:42 PM · #9 |
copper hill method worked for mine, but even that scared the crap out of me initially.
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05/02/2011 10:58:41 PM · #10 |
| Looks like a standard Lenpen. Wonder if there is a difference in solution on it. I have one I use on my lenses all the time and it works great. Maybe I'll give it try on my sensor as it is pretty cruddy at the moment. |
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05/10/2011 08:47:58 PM · #11 |
A non-invasive software solution is available.
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05/10/2011 08:53:56 PM · #12 |
Do you guys make a spam filter too?
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05/10/2011 10:19:22 PM · #13 |
Since the glass cover over your sensor is essentially the same hardness as a lens (at least, in a modern camera, anything more than a few years old might be significantly different), I would say that it's about as safe to use this on your sensor as it is to use on your lens.
I own one of these, I keep it in a plastic baggy in my bag, as I really like the brush end, but the flat rubbery end will never be used on anything other than the LCD on the rear or my camera (works great there)..
Just as an aside for those who are curious as to how I clean my lenses in the field (and elsewhere too), here's my secret.. Zeiss wipes, they're meant for glasses, but they are superb for lens cleanings and other optical equipment (even works pretty good on laptop screens, especially the high gloss ones like the iPad's..)..
Just to be clear, I'm not of the opinion that this is a good idea, despite the fact that there is no significant difference between the glass on your sensor and on your lens, the biggest issue is that ANY flaw in a sensor is very obvious, while even a deep scratch on a lens is usually not apparent.. Just look at this if you don't believe me.. |
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