Jump to content

SL 90-280 rear element dust


Shawn30

Recommended Posts

Advertisement (gone after registration)

I picked up a open box 90-280 and the rear element has dust. I’ve tried the blower, a new Leica lens cloth dry and moistened. I can’t get it clean, in fact it seems like it gets worse sometimes. I’m not saying I want it clean room clean, but the dust that’s there isn’t normal. 
Does anyone have any tips?

Link to post
Share on other sites

Shawn30,  I recommend if the rear element can't be cleaned as it appears from what you wrote, take the open-box lens back to the dealer and ask them to clean it.  If they can't do it, ask for a refund or have the dealer send it to Leica for service.  Whatever the substance might be, you don't want to damage the rear element (or front glass for that matter) cleaning it yourself.  You did the right normal procedure, only there is something else on the glass.  Might well be the reason you got the lens as an "open box".  Hope this helps.  r/ Mark

Edited by LeicaR10
  • Like 3
Link to post
Share on other sites

So the reason the dust couldn't be removed is that it's internal. Some glitter a bit. Looking from front to rear magnifies them & It looks like some are fibers from a cleaning cloth. I assumed it was on the outside of the sealed lens. I can't imagine it would meet any spec at Leica.

 

It's being shipped back today.......

Link to post
Share on other sites

Join the conversation

You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.

Guest
Reply to this topic...

×   Pasted as rich text.   Paste as plain text instead

  Only 75 emoji are allowed.

×   Your link has been automatically embedded.   Display as a link instead

×   Your previous content has been restored.   Clear editor

×   You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL.

×
×
  • Create New...