 Shauna Linde |
Cleaning multi-coated filters I just got a Hoya Multi-coated UV filter for my zoom lens and I am wondering if there's anything around my house that I can safely clean it with while I wait for my microfiber cleaning cloth to arrive. I have a bottle of ROR and kodak lens cleaning paper, but I think I read somewhere that the ROR is bad for multicoated filters? Is there any truth to this? I used it on one of my other filters and it seemed to leave a residue, a fog, on it. Is there another safe and easy way to clean these filters?
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Samuel Smith |
i haven't figured out yet why you need to clean camera equiptment so often.this is your pride and joy,take care of it! sam
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Shauna Linde |
Well I'm not quite sure that answers my question, or makes much sense really. This is a brand new filter. I opened the case, examined it, and want to clean it (there is some dust or some other debris on it already) and my lens thoroughly before I put it on. My camera IS my pride and joy- which is why I am taking the time to ask this question.
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Samuel Smith |
hey shauna, ok,i use a microstar cleaning cloth,50% polyester,50% nylon.i never use any cleaning solution.take a soft brush and brush off any grit or dust.then as per instructions,start in the center and gently clean in a circular motion out to the edge. i've had it so long I don't remember where I got it,but I think it was the local camera store. that help,sam
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John Rhodes |
Shauna, why are you waiting for a microfiber cloth to arrive. Go to the Walmart optical department and grab one off the wall--about $2.30. I also use Ziess lens cloths (pre-moistened) if needed. Main thing is to blow the particles off the lens before wipping with any cloth. I use a simple bulb blower you can also pick up at Walmart. John
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Shauna Linde |
Thank you both for the input! To answer your question John, I purchased both the filter and the cloth at the same time- but they shipped them separately. And I wasn't expecting to find anything remotely close to what I was looking for at Walmart. Just didn't think of it...I get kind of picky about where I get my camera stuff from anyhow- I've had too many issues with Walmart in the past (for other things) to risk getting something for my 'baby' there. Thanks again-
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Irene Troy |
First, Sam, with all respect – getting your equipment dirty does not mean that you do not care about your equipment! I take every precaution with my equipment, but it gets pretty dirty almost every time I go out. The reason? Where and what I shoot! I was out this morning shooting at the beach. Think sand, spray,etc. I also do a lot of wildlife photography at the local refuge and under all sorts of nasty conditions. As a result I end up cleaning my gear just about every night. Perhaps if I did mostly studio work or in cleaner environments I would not have to clean as much, but that it not where my interest lies. Okay, Shanua; I swear by the cleaning routine I have recently learned: I have a large bulb blower that I use to clean off any “stuff” I then use something called “Eclipse” fluid and pro-pads. I love this stuff and find it much, much better than anything else I have ever used! It does not streak, leaves no marks and is extremely gentle on the glass. It removes any marks made by fingers, spray, etc. I use it to clean both my lenses and my filters and find that it works great to remove even stick stuff that somehow gets on the lens or filter. Because of the type photography that I enjoy (see above) I need something that will remove gunk without marring the lens and that will not leave streaks and marks on the lens surface. I did not find that a chamois or other cloth was sufficient for my needs.
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Samuel Smith |
sometimes i'm a little short with my comments[slight character flaw]thanks for the heads up irene.i'll go stand in the corner.sorry shauna,sam
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Irene Troy |
Ahhh Sam, don't stand there too long! I am never sharp or ill-tempered myself so I would have no idea of what you speak (SO VERY NOT!!!)
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Samuel Smith |
can I come out now?
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Shauna Linde |
Thank you, Irene for your suggestions also! It's interesting that you mentioned how dirty your camera and lenses get sometimes because I read an article over the weekend where the photographer was saying that same thing. Sometimes it's impossible to keep your camera clean when shooting. Thanks again. And no hard feelings Sam- I appreciate the feedback.
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Will Turner |
The bulb blower and/or camel hair brush is a great idea. Anytime you can use that and skip rubbing a cloth on the glass, you are extending the life of the multicoating. Keeping a lens hood on the camera will help keep oily fingers away from the filter. Some Hoya M/C filters are rather difficult to clean without smearing, anyway. When you do have to clean the lens, use a moistened, CLEAN soft cotton or microfiber cloth only (they can be washed & reused) or you will just rub grit into the surface. Hoya recommends ONLY water as a moistening agent: "Filters should be cleaned gently with just a lens tissue or soft cotton cloth. Never use any chemicals, such as lens cleaning fluid, on your filters, as these can damage the coatings. IF any stubborn stains occur, these can usually be washed off with some clean water and a soft cotton cloth."
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