SL2-S dust and zooming

[paul.bridges.3388]

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Shocked by dust on the sensor after ~20 minute shooting session (admittedly on a sand dune). Was super careful - didn't change the lens and kept the camera off the sand. I can only assume that the 24-90 sucked in from the air. Just sent it back for a sensor clean. Anyone else experienced this?

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[LocalHero1953]

I haven't had your experience. I've had dust, but just blown it off most of the time. I've never had it cleaned professionally. It's a craft worth learning, if only to avoid losing the camera while it is cleaned.

[paul.bridges.3388]

1 hour ago, LocalHero1953 said:

It's a craft worth learning, if only to avoid losing the camera while it is cleaned.

Foolishly tried using the corner of a wet lens wipe. Not to be repeated.

[LocalHero1953]

2 hours ago, paul.bridges.3388 said:

Foolishly tried using the corner of a wet lens wipe. Not to be repeated.

'fraid not!

[michali]

13 hours ago, paul.bridges.3388 said:

Shocked by dust on the sensor after ~20 minute shooting session (admittedly on a sand dune). Was super careful - didn't change the lens and kept the camera off the sand. I can only assume that the 24-90 sucked in from the air. Just sent it back for a sensor clean. Anyone else experienced this?

Why are you shocked? That's what happens when shooting on a sand dune, the fine dust in the air is like talcum powder it gets in everywhere. I've spent hours cleaning cameras & lenses after trips into the Namib Desert.

Here's the technique I use. Take your time & don't rush the job:

 

 

 

Edited September 15, 2021 by michali