Cleaning the Front Element, in the Field?

[pgk]

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4 hours ago, lct said:

May i ask if you shoot often into the light? I do an a filter is definitely a no no due to reflections for me, i mean when i don't need one for UV/IR filtering or to protect the lens from dust, sand or water. Also, in my modest experience, any filter can produce ghost images when shooting spot sources in dark environments. Now i have always a couple of filters in my bag or a pocket for sake of precaution. Old debate anyway... YMMV.

Yes, often. point sources in dark environments require the filter to be removed which I do. Otherwise its only specific lenses/angles to the sun or other bright sources which very occasionally cause trouble - easily spotted by reviewing and then removing the filter - or if in doubt removing the filter. Its not difficult to remove and replace a filter if deemed necessary.

[Danner]

OP here.  I ordered some Zeiss pre-moistened lens wipes, and a new (sparkling clean) lens pen.  Using a reasonable degree of care, I think this work well.

'preciate all of y'all's replies

[MrFriendly]

On 12/30/2020 at 6:37 PM, Danner said:

What do you keep in your bag, or recommend, for cleaning a smug or such off the front element?  Call me crazy, but I'm running my V5 Summicron w/o filter, but with screw-on hood (Heliopan) attached.

 

I've got a lens pen, but haven't needed it, yet.

 

High quality medical grade sterile virgin cotton I stole from my dentist 🙂.  I've used it couple times so far, and it works surprisingly well.  They're soft and highly absorbent.

[Jeff S]

10 hours ago, jaapv said:

Try a modern Nano-coated one like B&W 007 or Heliopan Protective . The reflections are negligible and they are so easy to  clean that you can wipe them with your dog's tail.

But you’ll need a proper bag..

https://www.shopdogandco.com/products/topzoo-oval-bed-bag-in-denim
 

Jeff

[astrostl]

On 12/31/2020 at 10:55 AM, BradS said:

Never clean glass in the field!

Why not?