totally of topic Dom but have you considered trying out a micro 4/3 camera?
Just got myself a Panasonic GF1 with the 20mm F1.7 lens & it really is a superb little camera ie DSLR quality in something that's not much bigger than a P&S plus 720p HD movies aswell, could come in handy for when ya out & about.
A good tip i have is to have a small piece of double sided tape in the bottom of both lens caps. Just make sure it cant come in contact with the glass. Then if theres any crap floating around it sticks to the tape, and not the glass, possibly getting into your sensor and results in less on the filter end as well.
I read somewhere that the UV filters don't really do anything. Like the newer lenses don't need UVs because the glass is actually treated with an anti UV gel or something.
The UV filter, especially clear UV(0) is perfect for protection of the lens from mechanical damage. I always put a clear filter on all my lenses. Better to crack a $30 filter than a $700 lens, what do you think?
In the US Wal-Mart Optical center sells a glasses cleaning kit that includes the micro fiber and the special solution for $2.00 and unlimited refills.
@MrRobgardner unlike lens or filters sensor is a lot more sensitive and expensive so you should not clean it by yourself. If you have a spot or two on your photos I wouldn't really mind (use photoshop) but if you have to clean the sensor send it to authorised services so you won't be sorry later.
It's also a good Idea to do it in the bathroom. If you leave the hot water running the steam will make all the dust drop right out of the air...of something like that. If it's good for developing film, it's good for cleaning a lens or sensor.
Have you thought about wearing a surgical mask to keep from breathing on the lens? You can find them at medical supply stores, or you could get something close at a paint store.
Funny you bring this out today, cleaned my lenses this morning. Found my 50mm F:1.8 has dirt on the inside. Thing is it's cheaper to go buy a new one @ £80 then it is to get it cleaned by a pro @ £95.
You're very careful about cleaning and keeping out dust on the lenses but not too worried about having the camera body open with no lens or body cap? I'm really paranoid about that myself and it never ceases to amaze me when I see others who aren't. Even though my D200 has no sensor cleaning, if I DID have a camera that did, I'd be just as careful as I am now (I hate seeing small specs of dust in the viewfinder where it's settled on the mirror... or worse). Thanks for the vid.
LOL
SchneiderStudios 8 months ago
dude it really seems like you are paying attention to every single detail! Your video was very helpful! Thanks man and keep posting plz!!
DonWito84 8 months ago
haha, a very good photographer and bikes, nice dude
highroller921 1 year ago
Just a quick heads up the title says DLSR rather than DSLR :)
Punisher4000 1 year ago
@Punisher4000 thanks changed now
dombower 1 year ago
3:45 Yeah funny moment!
Your tip, how to and review are pretty cool!
Thank you for all the videos!
xmateuL2 1 year ago
Have you ever used cleaning fluid on the rear element?
What wide angle lens is that?
edelosada 1 year ago
@edelosada think its the tokina 11-16mm
Kmendoza7 1 year ago
@Kmendoza7 correct
dombower 1 year ago
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edelosada 1 year ago
hey mate nice vid, what is the intro song please!
djmathik 1 year ago
totally of topic Dom but have you considered trying out a micro 4/3 camera?
Just got myself a Panasonic GF1 with the 20mm F1.7 lens & it really is a superb little camera ie DSLR quality in something that's not much bigger than a P&S plus 720p HD movies aswell, could come in handy for when ya out & about.
Ixon2001 2 years ago
A good tip i have is to have a small piece of double sided tape in the bottom of both lens caps. Just make sure it cant come in contact with the glass. Then if theres any crap floating around it sticks to the tape, and not the glass, possibly getting into your sensor and results in less on the filter end as well.
brinormeg 2 years ago
I read somewhere that the UV filters don't really do anything. Like the newer lenses don't need UVs because the glass is actually treated with an anti UV gel or something.
IntensePizza 2 years ago
@IntensePizza
The UV filter, especially clear UV(0) is perfect for protection of the lens from mechanical damage. I always put a clear filter on all my lenses. Better to crack a $30 filter than a $700 lens, what do you think?
TheLeadGuitar 2 years ago
I agree with that. That's why I put the money towards polarizers.
IntensePizza 2 years ago
sorry, i can't really see the dirt Dom. haha! but hey, thanks for making this video. atleast i have idea how to clean my lens now.
imacs22 2 years ago
cool Intro!!!.-)
schumacher3344 2 years ago
I do it exactly as you do, but I clean the spray off with the rice paper which is much nicer for spray than microfibre.
gilegraam 2 years ago
In the US Wal-Mart Optical center sells a glasses cleaning kit that includes the micro fiber and the special solution for $2.00 and unlimited refills.
onjoFilms 2 years ago
looking foward to the senor cleaning video...please make it soon !
MrRobgardner 2 years ago
@MrRobgardner unlike lens or filters sensor is a lot more sensitive and expensive so you should not clean it by yourself. If you have a spot or two on your photos I wouldn't really mind (use photoshop) but if you have to clean the sensor send it to authorised services so you won't be sorry later.
gilegraam 2 years ago
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MrRobgardner 2 years ago
@gilegraam, thanks for the advice - how much does that costs ? and any idea of a good company to do it ?
MrRobgardner 2 years ago
It's also a good Idea to do it in the bathroom. If you leave the hot water running the steam will make all the dust drop right out of the air...of something like that. If it's good for developing film, it's good for cleaning a lens or sensor.
paintbasstard 2 years ago
Great to see your new teachings video!!
Stickwithfacts 2 years ago
Have you thought about wearing a surgical mask to keep from breathing on the lens? You can find them at medical supply stores, or you could get something close at a paint store.
ManicEightBall 2 years ago
Funny you bring this out today, cleaned my lenses this morning. Found my 50mm F:1.8 has dirt on the inside. Thing is it's cheaper to go buy a new one @ £80 then it is to get it cleaned by a pro @ £95.
snappuppy 2 years ago
great video as always
spaded 2 years ago
You're very careful about cleaning and keeping out dust on the lenses but not too worried about having the camera body open with no lens or body cap? I'm really paranoid about that myself and it never ceases to amaze me when I see others who aren't. Even though my D200 has no sensor cleaning, if I DID have a camera that did, I'd be just as careful as I am now (I hate seeing small specs of dust in the viewfinder where it's settled on the mirror... or worse). Thanks for the vid.
42hiker 2 years ago