Popular Post michali Posted February 1, 2020 Popular Post Share #1 Posted February 1, 2020 (edited) Advertisement (gone after registration) Build up of some irritating spots on the sensor, so I took the plunge today and wet cleaned my SL2 sensor. I've always wet cleaned the sensors on my cameras, have never attempted this on a camera with IBIS before. For anyone interested: 1. Inserted a fully charged battery. 2. Turned IBIS OFF. 3. Power Saving > Auto Power set to OFF. 4. Camera ON -made sure my fingers were nowhere near the shutter button. (Camera ON is important as it locks the sensor into place & there's no sensor movement. I briefly experimented with the camera OFF & could feel the sensor moving). 5. A few blows with the Rocket Blower. 6. Several passes with about 3 Visible Dust Green Swabs and Smear Away liquid sensor cleaning solution -not too much pressure, that's why I used more swabs than normal. 7. A few more passes with 3 more Visible Dust Green Swabs with Sensor Clean liquid sensor cleaning solution - to remove any streaks left by the Smear Away. 8. A few more blows with the Rocket Blower & then sweep with Arctic Butterfly (optional). 9. All clean. 10. Turn IBIS & Auto Power back ON. I used approx. double the amount of swabs than I would have normally used on the M10, Monochrom or SL601, as I applied less pressure for fear of damaging the sensor. I've now poured myself a glass of wine, which I was tempted to do earlier, however decided to wait until after cleaning the sensor 😬 Best, Mike Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Edited February 1, 2020 by michali 14 7 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/305975-wet-cleaned-sl2-sensor-today/?do=findComment&comment=3903812'>More sharing options...
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tom.w.bn Posted February 1, 2020 Share #2 Posted February 1, 2020 The sonsor shift mechanism probably differs from the Panasoic models. I clean my Panasonic S1 with camera turned off. Didn't find an official recommendation for a specific routine so far. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel81 Posted February 1, 2020 Share #3 Posted February 1, 2020 i was sweating just reading that!! About six months ago, i bought a used SL. Two months in, it had two very large particles on the sensor - visible to naked eye - and showing up on some photos. I was too nervous about cleaning it - and sent it to the shop I bought it from - they cleaned it and sent it back. But is has no IBIS - if I have cleaned my Nikon D810 before, should I feel ok cleaning my SL sensor??? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted February 1, 2020 Share #4 Posted February 1, 2020 24 minutes ago, Daniel81 said: if I have cleaned my Nikon D810 before, should I feel ok cleaning my SL sensor??? If it makes you feel more comfortable, you’re not cleaning the sensor, just the cover glass. The answer is yes. Jeff 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel81 Posted February 2, 2020 Share #5 Posted February 2, 2020 (edited) yes thanks - I recently became aware of that - its a good thing to know . . . I guess with IBIS, the bigger issue is damaging the IBIS mechanisms with the pressure of the cleaning - sounds like you've overcome that - and of course, its not relevant to the SL. The various swabs and solutions you have linked above - in your experience, these are the best products? Edited February 2, 2020 by Daniel81 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
michali Posted February 2, 2020 Author Share #6 Posted February 2, 2020 49 minutes ago, Daniel81 said: yes thanks - I recently became aware of that - its a good thing to know . . . I guess with IBIS, the bigger issue is damaging the IBIS mechanisms with the pressure of the cleaning - sounds like you've overcome that - and of course, its not relevant to the SL. The various swabs and solutions you have linked above - in your experience, these are the best products? Hi Daniel - I've used the Visible Dust products for over 10 years with no issues whatsoever, I highly recommend them. Best Mike 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alistairm Posted February 4, 2020 Share #7 Posted February 4, 2020 Advertisement (gone after registration) I’ve cleaned the SL2 sensor with the camera off. The sensor moves a touch, but nothing to worry about, and you certainly don’t apply much pressure at all. As with all sensor cleans, use air first, go slowly, be careful, use commonsense (eg do it sober, use the right equipment, don’t scrape debris across the glass with a swab) and don’t overdo it and there’s not too much that can go wrong. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted February 4, 2020 Share #8 Posted February 4, 2020 On 2/1/2020 at 1:28 PM, michali said: Build up of some irritating spots on the sensor, so I took the plunge today and wet cleaned my SL2 sensor. I've always wet cleaned the sensors on my cameras, have never attempted this on a camera with IBIS before. For anyone interested: 1. Inserted a fully charged battery. 2. Turned IBIS OFF. 3. Power Saving > Auto Power set to OFF. 4. Camera ON -made sure my fingers were nowhere near the shutter button. (Camera ON is important as it locks the sensor into place & there's no sensor movement. I briefly experimented with the camera OFF & could feel the sensor moving). 5. A few blows with the Rocket Blower. 6. Several passes with about 3 Visible Dust Green Swabs and Smear Away liquid sensor cleaning solution -not too much pressure, that's why I used more swabs than normal. 7. A few more passes with 3 more Visible Dust Green Swabs with Sensor Clean liquid sensor cleaning solution - to remove any streaks left by the Smear Away. 8. A few more blows with the Rocket Blower & then sweep with Arctic Butterfly (optional). 9. All clean. 10. Turn IBIS & Auto Power back ON. I used approx. double the amount of swabs than I would have normally used on the M10, Monochrom or SL601, as I applied less pressure for fear of damaging the sensor. I've now poured myself a glass of wine, which I was tempted to do earlier, however decided to wait until after cleaning the sensor 😬 Best, Mike Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! That is a rare thing, a Grenache Blanc and a South African one at that. The only other example I can think of is Olifantsberg. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bags27 Posted February 4, 2020 Share #9 Posted February 4, 2020 (edited) 13 minutes ago, jaapv said: That is a rare thing, a Grenache Blanc and a South African one at that. The only other example I can think of is Olifantsberg. Spain and especially California produces tons of these. But, like many California wines, the name may refer to a style, rather than a grape. I believe that Roussillon--a pretty well known French varietal--is also a grenache blanc. Edited February 4, 2020 by bags27 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted February 4, 2020 Share #10 Posted February 4, 2020 Yes it is originally a Spanish grape, but the white variety is less often seen. Mostly it is used in blends, single-grape wines are less common. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
michali Posted February 4, 2020 Author Share #11 Posted February 4, 2020 46 minutes ago, jaapv said: That is a rare thing, a Grenache Blanc and a South African one at that. The only other example I can think of is Olifantsberg. 34 minutes ago, bags27 said: Spain and especially California produces tons of these. But, like many California wines, the name may refer to a style, rather than a grape. I believe that Roussillon--a pretty well known French varietal--is also a grenache blanc. The Foundry Grenache Blanc is made by a friend, it is made from 100% Grenache Blanc grapes. He also makes a Rousanne which is even rarer, also made from 100% Rousanne Grapes. Two of my favourite white wines when I'm not trying to clean a sensor.... 🤤 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted February 4, 2020 Share #12 Posted February 4, 2020 It seems to be the way with this kind of wines - the owner of Olifantsberg is an acquaintance of me. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bags27 Posted February 4, 2020 Share #13 Posted February 4, 2020 100% of Leica owners on LUF who I know who drink wine drink Grenache Blanc. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
helged Posted February 4, 2020 Share #14 Posted February 4, 2020 Should we strive to get back on the sensor cleaning track, perhaps...? 1 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted February 4, 2020 Share #15 Posted February 4, 2020 Using wine? 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
helged Posted February 5, 2020 Share #16 Posted February 5, 2020 8 hours ago, jaapv said: Using wine? Let me repeat: "Should we strive to get back on the sensor cleaning track, perhaps...?" 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sillbeers15 Posted February 5, 2020 Share #17 Posted February 5, 2020 26 minutes ago, helged said: Let me repeat: "Should we strive to get back on the sensor cleaning track, perhaps...?" Moderator tipsy? 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exodies Posted February 5, 2020 Share #18 Posted February 5, 2020 Is there anymore to say about sensor cleaning? There’s no new trick. Blow it, if still dirty, wet wipe it. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
albireo_double Posted February 5, 2020 Share #19 Posted February 5, 2020 All I would add that I've been using sensor swabs from Photographic Solutions Inc, with the Eclipse solution, to clean sensors since years ago. First use the Giottos rocket blower, then wet clean. Haven't had to clean the SL2 sensor yet. With the SL601, had to clean only once, with air was sufficient. Far less sensor dirt accumulation with the SL/SL2 than any M or S camera, in my experience. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeTZ Posted March 7, 2020 Share #20 Posted March 7, 2020 New to the forum so I apologize if this subject has been kicked to death but I am frustrated trying to identify the latest problem with my SL. I was hoping someone can offer potential solution other than sending it to Leica for repair. There is visible noise while composing and most of it appears in the photos. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/305975-wet-cleaned-sl2-sensor-today/?do=findComment&comment=3926991'>More sharing options...
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