Proper SLR Camera Lens Cleaning Tutorial (HD)

This video teaches you how to clean the SLR camera lenses to deliver the best image quality as possible. Enjoy!

UPDATE: Yes, this cleaning technique works on rear glass element as well.

Download the links in PDF format here: files.me.com/j.n.spina/rkuwga

Download the links in MS Word format here: files.me.com/j.n.spina/u64tsa

Music: Summertime by John Coltrane

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[JezRelaxed]

I wouldn't say the technician in this video was VERY GENTLY rubbing the lens (as you suggest) ?

[Lilkiwiguy87]

It was gently. If it wasn't gently, we would've caused an earthquake scrubbing the lens.

[manontherun111]

Having a major issue wit my rebel T1i,

I had a uv filter on it, It was dusty so i removed it for cleaning, as i was removing it i dropped my camera ( heart attack insued ) and i quickly grabbed it, pressing my thumb into the unprotected lens and leaving a large oily mark,

I followed this video and used brand new microfiber cloths and alcohol, but the smudge just spread out and is now destroying every photo i take,had it professionally cleaned for 10 bucks and the problem is still there,hlp?

[Lilkiwiguy87]

What if the smudge isn't a smudge? Sometimes there are scratches that look like a huge fingerprint smudge. How are your pictures "destroyed"? Please elaborate.

[peshawargallery]

Here's a free tip: Blast from a hand dryer/blower in a rest room is an easy way to blow away any potential abrasive dust particles on the lens. Just ensure not to hold it directly under it for too long. Use quick sweeping motion for 5-10 seconds. Cheers :)

[Lilkiwiguy87]

*chuckles* Funny and clever. Unfortunately, hairdryers suck in dirty air to blow out. The air goes through a special air filter, which—normally—is always dusty. This is where Rocket Blowers come in handy.

[Lilkiwiguy87]

What you referred to is sensor dust particles, they'll show up on the photos at small apertures (F/5.6 and smaller). Dust particles on the lens' front and/or rear element(s) won't show up on the photos unless a single dust particle is as big as a coin.

[kylekruchok]

@snuurtje Also, if you're shooting at very small apertures (ƒ/11+), dust'll show up. No doubt.

[Lilkiwiguy87]

Oh, the dust particles will absolutely affect your images when you're pointing the lens at a bright light source. Also, when photographing in a low contrast area, the images will appear much lower contrast.

[snuurtje]

Pretty sure that dust particles on the front lens element wont affect the final image at all. They will be so much out of focus because they are so small that they wont show up.