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 p.1 #10 · Cleaning my 5D sensor, again... | |
I've found the best method is a combination approach. First, the rocket blower (although to be honest, this tends to just move dust around).
Then I use a sensor brush to get large particles out of the way, charging the bristles with a can of compressed air then very lightly moving across the sensor, barely touching it.
At this point, I can use one of two methods, the wet swab method, or the LensPen method. I generally prefer the latter. At first I was doubtful but the SensorKlear does a really good job--I think it actually works better than Eclipse+swabs. It is certainly faster and less messy. One tip when using any LensPen product--after twisting the cap on the tip to "recharge" it, tap the pen on the edge of a table to remove the excess carbon. This reduces the chance that you will leave any residue.
Also, never mix LensPens...if you use one for a lens, don't use it on the sensor, and vice versa. You can use three--one for your lenses, one for the sensor, and one for the viewfinder. (Don't bother cleaning the LCD cover with one--there's too much oil/dirt for one pen to absorb.)
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