Best way to clean a camera lens?

Alie

I have a Canon Rebel, and the lens is dirty and I don't have a lens cleaning kit yet, whats the safest way to clean it?
DUHH I don't have a lens cleaning kit!!

Answer
A lens cleaning kit - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000EF3YQI/ref=pd_cp_p_title/104-4597660-7495121?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-41&pf_rd_r=0Q15QXW7ACG94RRB668M&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_p=250314001&pf_rd_i=B0001006CQ

or a lens cleaning pens - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00006JN3G/ref=pd_cp_p_title/104-4597660-7495121?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-41&pf_rd_r=16JECAC7HA5YCYZ29QPH&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_p=250314001&pf_rd_i=B000EF3YQI

having a problem with Canon Rebel T1i?????????????????????????????

Biatch!

it comes with a kit lens. when i try to shoot with the AF selected on the lens, the camera always say "busy", the flash keeps on flashing and it keeps on focusing and won't shoot.

but when i shoot with the MF selected on the lens, it shoots normaly and also the flash.

any help?

Answer
It cant be a problem with the camera because I read someone on YA who said
âCanon has never given me a problem quality wise.â

Kidding aside it could simply be dirty electrical contacts on the lens mount or camera body. Clean the contacts using a cotton swab LIGHTLY wetted with rubbing alcohol and try again. If this doesnât work try cleaning the contacts with a pencil eraser followed by a cotton swab lightly wetted with rubbing alcohol. You may not see dirt or corrosion but even amounts not visible to the naked eye can interfere with the low current.

Be very careful no rubbing alcohol or eraser dust gets into the camera. The lens mount and camera opening should face down when doing this. Wipe all eraser dust off the lens and body while they face down. If youre uncomfortable at all trying this take it to a shop and pay for the cleaning.

If cleaning doesnât work youâll need to contact Canon if youre certain youre following the users manual properly.

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What lens cleaning kit should I get?

Kat

I have a Canon Rebel T2i. I have the standard lens that comes with it (18-55mm), and I also have the 55-250 mm lens. I want something that is not too expensive and something that really works good. Links would be great. I usually buy my things from Amazon, so if you can find it there I'd greatly appreciate it! Thanks.

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I read about the LensPEN Lens Cleaning System in a photography magazine and decided to give it a try. Trying to keep DSLR filters and camera lenses clean is a chore, especially when cleaning liquids keep leaving some smearing, no matter how careful you try to be. The Lenspen has two types of cleaners in one small package -- a very good dust brush and an excellent cleaning wiper for smudges or dried moisture spots.

With what do I clean my Canon lens with?

Q. The front of my Canon lens already has a smear on it. How can I clean it without damaging it? With what?

Answers please!

Thanks.

xxx

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One of the most recommend item is a Microfiber Cloth.

Also there's also Lens Cleaning Kits that's also available.

Which I actually have both Microfiber Cloth and Lens Cleaning Kit.

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Is this a good deal on a Canon XS camera?

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Raivey

I found a Canon XS camera on ebay for 483.00 It comes with a EF-S 18-55mm IS Lens, Battery Charger, Camera Bag, Extra Battery, Extra Memory, 8GB SD Memory Card, Lens, Lens Cleaning Kit, Memory Reader, Neck Strap, Tripod, cords, strap, Free shipping too!
Is this a good deal? The company selling it has had great reviews. What is the catch here?

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The catch is probably that they replaced the Canon parts with no name parts or it is grey market. Meaning that it is not intended for sale in the U.S. and therefore will not carry a U.S. warranty. Any tripod they are giving you is worthless. It wont be able to hold up the camera. The bag and other stuff is certainly junk as well. Spend a few extra dollars and get it from a reputable dealer.

The camera should come from the factory with the following.

EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Autofocus Lens for Select Digital SLR Cameras
Front & Rear Lens Caps
LP-E5 Battery Pack
LC-E5 Battery Charger
IFC-200U USB Interface Cable
VC-100 Video Cable
Ef Eyecup
EW-100DBIII Wide Neck Strap
EOS Digital Solution Disk and Instruction Manuals on CD-ROM
"Great Photography is Easy" Booklet and "Do More with Macro" Booklet
1-Year Manufacturers Limited Warranty (U.S.A. & Canada)

Cost at B&H Photo which is a very reputable site is $524 now.

What is the best way to clean a lens on a 35mm camera?

Angellover

I've got a Cannon Sure Shot Owl 115. It is a 35mm camera. When I look through the shutter window (the little window that you look through to focus and capture the object) I have a little white smear on my lens unless it is zoomed to 10x. That is too large for most short range photos. The lens isn't removable. How can I clean that off without damaging my camera? I don't want that smear in my holiday photos, Thanks.

Answer
Hi AngelLover, that Canon sureshot is a great little camera.

Remember that any smear you see thru the viewfinder window is NOT going to show up in your photos.

That smear is simply on the front viewfinder lens. It is the tiny glass lens above the main lens of the camera.

Here is what you do.

In a bright room place the camera on its back on a table.

Look at the front viewfinder lens from different angles until you can see the smear.

If the smear is on the front of the lens it is probably one of two things, either a fingerprint, or possibly some other sticky debris.

Most drugstores, camera shops or big discount stores sell cheap lens cleaning kits for less than $5. They come with a brush, a rubber blower to blow dust off, special tissue paper, and a bottle of cleaner.

First blow any dust off the viewfinder lens. Then brush the lens gently.

Next moisten the special tissue with a drop of fluid. Dab at the lens gently. Wipe dry with another cleaning tissue.

If this does not work, try cleaning the back viewfinder lens.

If the smear is inside the camera, don't worry because it will not show up in your photos.

Cleaning an older camera at a shop is not worthwhile unless you are under warranty.

Best of luck.

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