I was very nervous cleaning my sensor for the first time which was done
with a Rocket Blower, PecPads and Eclipse. It just made things worse
until I had been through three complete cleaning cycles. When I was
done it still really wasn't clean but the spots didn't show up until
f/16. Since I rarely shoot there I just let it go.
The next couple of cleanings were done with the dry brush method. I was
a bit nervous on the first one but after I got done I realized it's a
piece of cake as long as the brushes are scrupulously cleaned before
hand. Before I ever used the brushes I cleaned them with soap and water
and rinsed them with copious amounts of water. After thorough drying
they were submitted to the filter test which showed no problems. Since
then I haven't washed the brushes again. I just rap them on the back of
a silverware knife blade as described in the instructions I posted and
use each of the two brushes to make a single swipe across the sensor.
Clean as a whistle and takes only a couple of minutes. Between
cleanings I keep the brushes and the knife in a zip-lock plastic bag.
I'd say I've cleaned the sensor about every 9 months. Not a frequent task.
Chuck Norcutt
AS wrote:
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> Frankly cleaning the sensor scares me! I sent both my D80 and D200 to
> N*kon upon the 1st sign of dust. I basically used the excuse that the
> camera had other issues and I am sure they had something or the other
> not working properly because parts were replaced. Luckily, N*kon
> included the sensor cleaning at no charge. However, I cannot send it
> again because I need the camera. Local shops wont touch sensor
> cleaning...they sell products and will show me how but they wont do
> it.
>
> I have been reading threads and people ruining their sensors. I will
> try the dry brush method. I also purchased a Giottos Rocket and
> Sensor Swab w/ eclipse but I wont rush to use those. The Giottos
> blower may do the trick.
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