Sad Posted February 6, 2020 Share #1 Posted February 6, 2020 Advertisement (gone after registration) So here's the problem: I've had this M10 for about two years now and I've always kept it in either a protective camera wrap or a camera bag. I only cleaned the camera with a cloth which has been purposefully made for cleaning camera optics and I used no liquids apart from the spray you use to clean glasses. This morning, I spotted some stains (see attachments) above the viewfinder which I can't seem to remove using this method. Now, before I think of using Chempads or anything (stupid) like that - whats the best way to clean this? Before you ask: No, it's not like I treat my cameras like babies or that this bothers me too much, no worries, but any kind of help is still appreciated. Thank you. 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/306156-spots-above-viewfinder/?do=findComment&comment=3907024'>More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted February 6, 2020 Posted February 6, 2020 Hi Sad, Take a look here Spots above viewfinder. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
lexontario Posted February 6, 2020 Share #2 Posted February 6, 2020 I have read you should not use eyeglass cleaners/spays for lenses. You should only use cleaners/ liquids designated for camera lenses. I have no idea what has caused the staining or if it could be corrected. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakontil Posted February 6, 2020 Share #3 Posted February 6, 2020 It looks like kind of “brashing” from the black chrome? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lucerne Posted February 6, 2020 Share #4 Posted February 6, 2020 (edited) The staining / paint Bubbling has affected the special paint. Not the glass. Possibly the special paint finish is less resistant than standard paint finishes. Leica should be advised and a request for a clean top cover requested. Edited February 6, 2020 by lucerne Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndreasG Posted February 6, 2020 Share #5 Posted February 6, 2020 If it was my camera, I put a piece of cloth around my index finger and tried to polish it off with black shoeshine 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lucerne Posted February 6, 2020 Share #6 Posted February 6, 2020 3 minutes ago, AndreasG said: If it was my camera, I put a piece of cloth around my index finger and tried to polish it off with black shoeshine You cannot be serious!!!! The body of this camera with its special Safari paint finish has reacted to the OPs first cleaning effort. Why would he now introduce an alien cleaning product to try to clean it? I’m sure he has already tried to wipe the damage away and has been unsuccessful. Shoe polish contains coloured wax and fillers. Your index finger will become black. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndreasG Posted February 6, 2020 Share #7 Posted February 6, 2020 Advertisement (gone after registration) vor 8 Minuten schrieb lucerne: special Safari paint finish The photos shown above do not tell me it is a Safari finish, it looks like plain black, therefore my idea. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lucerne Posted February 6, 2020 Share #8 Posted February 6, 2020 1 hour ago, AndreasG said: The photos shown above do not tell me it is a Safari finish, it looks like plain black, therefore my idea. Sorry Andreas. The image rendered with a tint on my iPad. Let’s wait until the op updated us. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sad Posted February 6, 2020 Author Share #9 Posted February 6, 2020 The paint is indeed no special one but black chrome. My eyeglass-cleaner consists of distilled water with just a tiny amount of soap which, I think, does not react with brass if dried afterwards. Especially since these spots whould practically be appearing all over the body then. But hey, maybe I'm wrong. The shoe wax thing is interesting. Perhaps a bit of alcohol first before I try that though? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndreasG Posted February 7, 2020 Share #10 Posted February 7, 2020 Eye glass/lens cleaner consist of water, alcohol, usually Isopropanol and traces of surfactants, they do not damage camera body surfaces, regardless of chrome or black chrome. To me, the spots look like mold, however, since metal surface are not an ideal breading ground for mold, there must be some organic material left - spilled drink, saliva, sneezing residue etc. Therefore, first dry gently with water and soap, applied with a soft cloth. Then try alcohol, though I doubt any effect. How was temperature/humidity during storage? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mujk Posted February 11, 2020 Share #11 Posted February 11, 2020 There seems to be something in the groove between the glass and the metal as well. It may be only dirt but also some kind of corrosion. Hard to tell from the picture. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sad Posted February 18, 2020 Author Share #12 Posted February 18, 2020 (edited) On 2/7/2020 at 1:50 AM, AndreasG said: [...] How was temperature/humidity during storage? Mostly dry. On 2/11/2020 at 9:51 PM, mujk said: There seems to be something in the groove between the glass and the metal as well. It may be only dirt but also some kind of corrosion. Hard to tell from the picture. Yes. Thats mostly just dirt and small particles of dust. Edited February 18, 2020 by Sad Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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