How to clean Lenses & Cameras - a beginners guide to looking after your photography gear.

[@photogenius]

Make sure you watch the full video for bonus tips! Please LIKE and SHARE to help support my channel - Thank You 😀 Paul @ Photo Genius

[@fahiyanbrahma1996]

Where will I get the sensor cleaner kit

[@austindarrenor]

It would have been nice if he mentioned dirt and tiny hair particles thru the viewfinder that won't clean off no matter what. Now I know they're inside the pentaprism (Nikon D3300) as I can see them with a flashlight (torch). I believe I may have caused the situation myself by using compressed air can (tin) to blow out the interior of the camera. It looks like I'll have to send it to Nikon to get it disassembled and cleaned. Boo hoo.

[@dianeschuller]

This is one of the most useful, and thorough, videos for anyone with a camera. Definitely going to share this with others. Thank you!

[@donnalowe5504]

I`ve cleaned all my cameras and lenses several times and it has saved me many trips to the repair shop

[@photogenius]

👍 🙂

[@MrMMAJER]

Thank you, nobody talks about proper storage of camera gear. I'm glad I've been doing it right.

[@Jacob_Roberts]

Thank you. Videos about how to care for your equipment are rare. Most videos deal with filmmaking technique and which equipment to buy.

[@OujiDarkmatter]

I learned many years ago when buying a lense to NEVER leave the store without an affixed UV filter,great video!

[@tekinfokraft]

Just bought a Nikon D5600 bundle off Amazon for Christmas present to ourselves. Thankful to learn more about care & maintenance before it's too late. I will tune in to other videos as well to learn more about making best use of this gear.

[@photogenius]

Thanks for watching Don, hope you're having fun with your D5600.

[@pdlagasse]

Nice to see you recommending the silica gel packs. I haven’t seen anyone else mention this technique. I bought a bag of 100 packs online a couple of years ago and I carry them along with zip-lock plastic bags big enough for camera body and lenses. One time I had a camera die on me after shooting an event in a downpour (fortunately it was a company camera!). The camera and lenses each went into separate bags with silica packs, and within a couple weeks the camera turned on like nothing had happened. (Just remember to take the battery and cards out and leave all the doors open!)

[@set3777]

If in Australia SunSack CLI-MATE (reusable) sold by Bunnings is excellent. Has blue indicators that turn red when saturated with water. Regenerate in Microwave or Sun or central heater vents. I recovered a foggy EF-S 24mm f2.8 pancake lens that would not autofocus by storing in a container with CLI-MATE for 2 weeks.

[@AGENT-J-bt2mm]

You can use rice also

[@MrMiss-cp9bw]

1:20 Inside voice: _Nonononono_ 😁 *giggles* - Can't wait to see the rest of the video, but have to comment: I nearly always walk around with 3 lenses, and before changing (which I rarely do) I always have the cap in a convenient pocket and before changing I have my back-cover handy and have the camera pointed down (if able) - I make sure to swap quickly, and have everything handy *before* taking my lens off, which I'm sure you'll also recommend later 😉😄 E) The silica bucket is really nice! I'll have to get one of those too - And I store my gear the same way. Makes for a nice overview, I like looking at my gear too and well.. I don't have a dedicated camera bag yet 😄 I work in a supermarket, and often I find smaller bags with silica and I nearly always nick'em (We throw them out anyway) 😁 And good tip about filters. I have a set of step up/down rings and BOY can they be a pain to remove 😑

[@ashstubbings2603]

Thanks Paul, I found that really helpful. You know when you realise you've been making some 'schoolboy errors' with regards to cleaning and storing your kit, a video like this can really be useful. For instance, I totally forgot that the lens hood can be screwed on the other way for easier storage! LOL

[@joesmalltown6303]

I have ordered a canon 2000d and im currently waiting trying to gather as much knowledge as possivle so i know how to use the camera when it arrives and id say im pretty well on the way. Thanks for making your videos clear and easy to understand.

[@photogenius]

You are very welcome Joe - Happy New Year to you

[@jacktoddy9783]

There are several of these videos on KZbin - I thought yours was explicit and sensible. It is amazing how many people clean lenses then place a dirty cap over the lens object glass.

[@christinecourtney3734]

I have been looking for this type of information since I started taking photos. Thank you. Lots of good information.

[@photogenius]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching Christine.

[@shellymagruder5418]

Thank you! I am new to cameras, but definitely learned alot today.

[@colinweir5807]

Yay ! Someone else who cleans their lens caps.

[@jeffreyrhine1956]

Thanks Paul, more great tips, I have learned so much from you. You provide a wealth of information to us hobby photographers.

[@steveboys5369]

One of the most useful videos I've ever seen Paul, Thanks very much. The "marigolds" tip has just saved me from a stuck circular polariser filter ( as you'll know the front part is meant to rotate, so it was quite difficult to get a grip ... as it is in life more generally! )

[@stam8265]

Very useful and creative ways of caring lens and camera gears.

[@earavichandran]

Wonderful tips. Much needed video. Almost I follow all tips, except the camera bag cleaning. Today i will clean it. Thanks for your valuable video.

[@avenegas0691]

Great Photography teacher, you keep dealing with every issue related with photographic stuff. Five Platinum Stars for it, thanks a lot!!!

[@MrAlijelo]

I love your Chanel very much sir. Realy good for me who just started learling about photography. Wish you the bests.

[@bernadinecabanas331]

Hello Paul, I waited for this video for a long time. Your precious tips how to care for the camera and accessories are so helpful and save us money in a long term. Thank you so much . Take care. Bernadine

[@lynnmarksberry]

I knew you'd have the answers I was looking for! Thanks, Paul for this excellent video.

[@olta6449]

Very helpful video as always! I just got a camera and your videos are always helpful😊

[@koteto999]

This was very informative and helpful, thank you! ☺️

[@photogenius]

You're so welcome, thank you for the great feedback.

[@grahamsmith2381]

Hi Paul ,thanks for this informative video, what are your thoughts on dry cabinets for storing camera and lens gear. ‘

[@DaveThompsonfairlife4all]

"Dust falls downwards due to gravity." I honestly had forgotten about gravity. Thanks for that.

[@photogenius]

Happy to help 😂

[@Transformers_nerd_stop_motions]

Thank you so much for answering questions I was unsure of!

[@MrRensan404]

Very good practical tips! Thank you, Paul.

[@peterweinand9114]

Thanks Paul terrific simple tips there. Sometimes simple is best.

[@pauldouglas7597]

Thanks for sharing the cleaning tips. Have you ever used cans of compressed air for cleaning your camera gear? Dust Off is the brand that I have.

[@DrTHC]

I would assume that he doesn't recommend it for a few reasons. First, shaking the can can expel the propellant into your camera or lens. Second, it is a repeat purchase, needlessly costing more money. And lastly, the force of the pressure might dislodge or damage the delicate inner workings of either camera or lens. IMHO, the compressed air is something best left to people who know how to use it safely. Of course, I'm a newbie to photography... But I've been a geek since childhood and handling compressed air is one of the first lessons newbies learn. It can screw up electronics very quickly when used incorrectly.

[@ssmith278]

Should we clean the microfiber lens cloths after we clean a lens before we clean another one with it. Also, do you recommend pre-moistened lens cleaning tissues that come in little foil packs?

[@photogenius]

Clean the cloth when it starts to look dirty, the pre-moistened packs are good and worth picking up.

[@RobertRodriguez19]

This has been a really helpful video, thank you so much for sharing.

[@fabriziocanale9768]

Nice and useful videos. The Star Wars helmet is terrific!

[@eyeidea]

So awesome to see DampRid! We use a few of those here in Tennessee. And stood also has a dehumidifier. Great overview and tips! Sub'd. God bless.

[@jaideepahuja9655]

Thank you for your tips. Very useful, as the rest of your videos

[@ThrottleDownunder]

G'day from Sydney, thank you for this video, it's time to give my XT4 a little love. New sub here too

[@billyriley492]

Subscribed and started watching. Lots of great videos and great tips. One thing I would like to know - filters. I assume they are specific to the lens? Thank you for the vids...excellent stuff and I was taking photos of the moon tonight after watching your video on it.

[@ActionMaxxed77]

What’s the best UV filter for my Nikon D3100? Their so many to choose from and I can get the wrong size

[@photogenius]

Check the filter thread size of your lens. This is typically written on the front of the lens around the glass. Tip : If you have more than one lens with different filter sizes, buy a filter to fit the larger lens as you can use adaptors to downsize.

[@paulmilovich2982]

Paul, so watching your video's, you always have a Nikon and a Canon camera displayed. So which one do you prefer to photograph with? Love your videos, keep up the great work!

[@MrMiss-cp9bw]

I'm fairly certain he's a bit biased to the Canon, but thinks both are great 😋 - Then again he does have the Nikon Z7, I believe.. He'll correct me either way when he gets time to read your question 😅 E) It's the Z6, not Z7 he owns 😋

[@BriansPOV]

Thanks Paul, very informative

[@Rudra-P-Gajera]

1:35 You said here that dust is usually falling downwards due to gravity, but this is not true because of "Brownian Motion". Dust (and particles of smaller sizes) are very light weight and therefore these normally get tossed around due to air molecules hitting them, so I don't think keeping your camera facing up or down makes any difference (unless there are heavy particles in your environment which haven't already fallen (which I personally don't think would be the case)).

[@TheMattJames]

Really helpful video thank you

[@colintaylor9165]

Thank you just starting getting into photography.

[@ramus9]

I actually use a compressor with a nozzle to clean my gear and to clean the sensor as well. The high pressure air should be enough to remove any dust and dirt.

[@leewatson1525]

great video always learn something new

[@riazbirdsvalley3238]

I was surprised to c my cameras senser looks like dirt on it, trying help my cam myself,u helped n remunded some useful ideas.. Thnks again

[@johnmact5548]

Very useful practical tips.thanks

[@MRGarcia1983]

Nice video I just got a canon t6 and I keel it very clean. whag is the best lins for my canon i herd is the 50 mm to use need help and tnks for the video

[@TribbleLPTV]

This is a masterclass

[@levyhall5039]

Should I use a screen protector for my 80 D

[@captainellfin9656]

I have a screen protector and I'm glad I do because at least it has the scratches instead of the screen. So personally it is a good idea to have one

[@leniehulse1621]

How do you clean a camera body itself after going to the beach and you have salt spray on it?

[@darrylthomas4306]

Excellent information! Thank you.

[@juanluciano7828]

Good morning Paul thanks you one thing I noticed tha this new lenses get dust inside very easily . What to do about it

[@Roeger1024]

I get spots on my photos like you mentioned. You didn’t elaborate any further. How do I get rid of these spots? Thanks. Love your videos.

[@angelahaines6792]

fab informatie video , can you tell me where you got the cleaning stuff from please, thank you

[@krzysiek2402]

Hi. Could you make a movie how to replace the focusing screen in the Canon 2000D camera? or how can I clean it?

[@DrTHC]

Good, solid advice. Thank you.

[@jeffshea1389]

Should I use compressed gas duster to remove dust and lint remover from camera?

[@photogenius]

Hi Jeff. The problem I foresee here is that dust and debris my be forced into seals and areas of the camera that may make removal even harder. I would certainly NEVER try this will the internals of the camera as damage to the sensor is highly likely. Paul.

[@Vishumanuಕನ್ನಡ]

I have bought last month Canon Eos R8 and i am keeping camera in Bag only and i use camera weekly two times is this ok please suggest me

[@akino007ful]

Thanks mate, nice professional tips 👍

[@herlingadventures]

how do you clean the camera body. My hands get sweaty and next to the beach salt water particul fly around. Do you use water a wet clothe or is there a special solution for it. Thanks

[@PawelMachala]

Thanks for another video full of useful tips.

[@donnalowe5504]

I've put a screen protector on my camera screens which saved it once when I bumped the bag off the seat and it cracked the screen protector but not the screen .. Just thought it was worth mentioning as screen protectors are only $6 to $14 from Ebay

[@photogenius]

Sounds like that was a good purchase.

[@donnalowe5504]

@@photogenius Definitely Is rather pay $14 than pay the cost of a new screen and I can’t tell you how sick I felt when it fell off the seat So relieved the gear and my cameras were safe as I’m usually so careful with it all

[@Twobarpsi]

Great advice!

[@cleometelitz6354]

omg just popped off my uv filter......its filty. thanks again!!!!!

[@quintonshuman3144]

could the dehumidifier tub or whatever that is just be pulling in a large portion of what you’re sending out with that diffuser on top of the shelf?

[@sankalpakasthuriarachchi8013]

Thank you

[@photogenius]

You're welcome 👍

[@donnalowe5504]

Awesome Thankyou I was wondering though why you didn’t clean the other end of the lens which attaches to the camera

[@BenjoC8632]

Always enjoy your vids!

[@abertinasco6481]

Hello Paul I was wondering if you ever wiped down you camera shell with solution of any sort? To remove oils from sweat from the hands? And with the view finder, do you use anything to clean specs off it?

[@juanluciano7828]

My new Nikon at 70 to300 mm was new refurbished I noticed that few days after I got it I saw couple of specks. Of dust they is still the I haven’t been able to clean them I don’t think it has bothered the pictures. What should I do.

[@dieterilg5162]

Hello, I was wondering if you should turn the camera off before changing lenses, something about static building up on the sensor which will attract dust if the camera is NOT turned off before changing the lens. Thank you.

[@legalbeagle6853]

do you have any video on solar eclispes?

[@projectxk3300]

Great videos as usual. Thank you sir. I take well care of all of my belongings and since I got my first ever dslr (850d) i want to know everything about it. And you provide all the knowledge n thanks.

[@capturethephotons2078]

When you clean your camera bag periodically you should wipe it down Is with a wet cloth to neutralize the dust

[@leeshebin1]

I just discovered your videos and wonderful talent for teaching. Would like to follow your camera settings, Could you please do a full camera settings tutorial for Nikon Z series. Thanks

[@Pete7Davies]

Great video, very helpful thanks 😉

[@syd417]

What should I do about two pieces of dirt inside of a lens? It isn't the lens that comes with the camera (Tamron brand). Should I take it and the camera to a repair shop? I am a beginner and am afraid to clean anything myself yet

[@photogenius]

If the lens has dirt inside of it then you would need to get it looked at professionally, certainly not something to tackle yourself.

[@jeepjoseph9036]

Try using cotton swabs and residual oil remover. Then, clean the mount, rear and front elements

[@agustinrodriguez5058]

Thank you mate!!

[@dedskin1]

Im an expert in lens cleaning , i will give you advice that will save you time , save you money , save you camera bag space , and save you from scratching you lens with dirty cloth , because even if you think its clean , cloth if used and stored has sand in it , and its a soft sand paper . Now to the advice . Do you know what is the most expensive optics made by man ? Its a telescope mirror , it sometimes goes to space ! Do you know how they test this Millions of dollars worth of lens ? They use a sticky tape , normal kind . It is happy to stick anything to it , and does not leave residue . You are not brushing it across your lens so you wont scratch anything even if you have sand on your glass . And it cleans human fingerprints and oil , basically things you cant blow off , like a boss . Just try it . Take a piece of sticky tape , stick it to your lens , real good ... Then peal off .. yes clean like it came from the factory . If not , well you have a lot of sticky tape left right ? So have at it . You wont damage your lens with it , not possible . Even if you have dirty hands with sand on them . Your welcome .

[@konicid0342]

Thank you for this video 🙂

[@mathewselvaraj6902]

Thanks 👍

[@peterb1543]

Great vid.

[@indika219]

What is the best way to clean the sensor of canon eos 2000d..dry or wet clean ? any advice will be a helpful

[@jeepjoseph9036]

Wet, by god no dry

[@mariamartinalumpkin]

what is the liquid did you spray on the cloth?

[@TopTechSavvy]

Very nice pencil holder

[@papado72]

Any tips for keeping your camera and lens grips from turning white??

[@photogenius]

It sounds like the material is breaking down, this can be caused by oil on the skin - wiping the camera down with a lightly damp cloth before putting it away may help.

[@papado72]

@@photogenius Thank you!!

[@GoTMLGo1967]

Hi Paul. In regards to lens hoods, does it matter if it’s a “name brand” lens hood? Will the budget ones do just as well?

[@photogenius]

Budget ones are ok as long as they are designed with the lens in mind. Paul.

[@athena4realty]

You are just awesome! I love your teaching style. Striaght to the point with lots of good info. Thank you for that. Do you have a video regarding using wide angle lenses? Thanks again for all you do!

[@juliesheard2082]

I have a Lumix G1 which has been in storage for some years. I recently pulled it out of its case to find tht the body of the camera is covered in a gluey substance which will come off it gently eased with a thumbnail nd is like little balls of glue or chewing gum in texture. I can't get it off completely and wonder if you can suggest how I can clean it. Rubbing alchohol? Don't want to cause further damage.🙄

[@ridemanaic216]

Love from Kerala ❤️

[@markhopley710]

Thanks for the video Paul can you recommend a good place to get my canon camera sensor cleaned and probably serviced in Brisbane

[@jeepjoseph9036]

Im a tech, trust me unless you purposely try to you will not damage your sensor. What are you shooting on? I suggest eclipse and just sensor cleaning swabs

[@markhopley710]

@@jeepjoseph9036 thanks for the reply I a have a canon 600d

[@jeepjoseph9036]

@@markhopley710 sure. Also, check out moose Peterson and the angry photographer before doing it. They have a lot of helpful tips

[@jeepjoseph9036]

@@markhopley710 also, you dont have ibis so no need to worry there. I always ask since some cameras (like the a6000) have the gimbal that you need to drain all residual energy for to prevent damaging it

[@projectxk3300]

Hi Paul. May I ask you a question? I live in Switzerland and I do photography in the cold winter. When I switch from outside to inside my camera got a lot of condensation on the lenses and everywhere. Any tip on how to deal with that? I'm worry it will damage my camera because when I go to the -5/10 celcius to 20 celcius the camera looks almost wet after a few minutes. Thanks. And happy new year.

[@godstrike12]

Put your camera in a plastic bag before you come inside - any condensation will accumulate on the outside of the bag rather than the camera, after a few minutes the temps will equalise.

[@sujahk.a1709]

Hi master i am having kit lense only and not removing from camera body.is it necessary to clean sansor ?

[@hansrajchangulani3726]

hai Paul,I am an amateur photographer.I am in search of filters, usually I am outing 2 to 3 times a year,So what kind of filters You should recommend me.thnx.

[@MrMiss-cp9bw]

Depends on what you take photos of, really 😊 A polarizing filter could be great, but so could ND filters - If you're up for it you could get a 'filter holder' so you're able to place several filters in front of the lens and simply 'slide them in'. Some kits have various colours, and *A LOT* of ND filters in them for relatively cheap prices - Screw on filters can be pretty expensive in comparison, but they're still great. This bit is from Hoya, on their CIR-PL filter (Polarizing): _''They allow you to remove unwanted reflections from non-metallic surfaces such as water, glass etc.''_ An ND filter is like sunglasses, but for your lens, and can help out during very bright days or even when you're taking pictures of the moon. The moon is/can be 'blinding' bright without one 😊 I just like Hoya, but there are also other brands that does a great job: hoyafilter.com/catalog/ < They also have a 'special' protector filter (not an UV filter, they have those as well) which can help reflect dust apparently 🤔🤨

[@annalizamagana6501]

how about airtight box for camera and lense storage?

[@fofdeejay]

Tnx for sharing again 👍

[@YasuBira]

Very nice dear

[@riazbirdsvalley3238]

Mostly i remove view finder hood, i cant focus my eye muce time,is it useful if i buy eye cup for view finder?