Cleaning D200 sensor..

[bruggink]

Planning to do some maintenance on my D200 (in fact, it's the cleaning of sensor) due to dusts spotted on the sensor. Anyone can share the basic method of cleaning a DSLR sensor?

Thanks a million!

[aspenx]

Originally Posted by bruggink Planning to do some maintenance on my D200 (in fact, it's the cleaning of sensor) due to dusts spotted on the sensor. Anyone can share the basic method of cleaning a DSLR sensor? Thanks a million!

What I do is set the mirror lockup, face the camera down and used the blower upwards. Solved the issues I had, not sure if it'll work for you. I don't think the sensor is meant for end-users to touch unless you're very sure of what you are doing.

[longkangman]

if you do not have the skill to diy then send it to NSC, but pls make sure you double check before you leave the NSC.

[bruggink]

Originally Posted by longkangman if you do not have the skill to diy then send it to NSC, but pls make sure you double check before you leave the NSC.

I would really love to do as you mentioned.. However if every time I have a dirty sensor and I send it for servicing, it's gonna be quite costly for me.

I think most of us are gonna face the same prob as I do, sooner or later. Therefore this thread will be pretty useful if those who know can contribute a little bit..

[u2nofear]

i try alot method on my D200 & D700 ,still can't clean the dust 100%....send to NSC better !

[longkangman]

Originally Posted by bruggink I would really love to do as you mentioned.. However if every time I have a dirty sensor and I send it for servicing, it's gonna be quite costly for me. I think most of us are gonna face the same prob as I do, sooner or later. Therefore this thread will be pretty useful if those who know can contribute a little bit..

In fact all DSLR user face the same problem even with build in sensor clean.

Every time you clean yourself you run the risk of damage your filter on top of the sensor.

else follow what mention before by aspenx but make sure your batt is full power.

For hard to remove dusts go back to NSC, there is no choice. I remember someone use a wrong sensor cleaning liquid on D3 body.

BTW, I always carry a kit with me even if I travel and on location with a can of CO2 canister.

HTH

[chansw]

Originally Posted by bruggink Planning to do some maintenance on my D200 (in fact, it's the cleaning of sensor) due to dusts spotted on the sensor. Anyone can share the basic method of cleaning a DSLR sensor? Thanks a million!

If dust only , use the sensor brush to sweep after mirror lock up if the blower still can't help.I use the sensor swab and eclipse solution to clean the stubborb stain . But if you buy the swap and lotion or the brush , it will still cost you. If you need only to brush off the dust , i can lend you mine the visible dust brush. Only if you dare to try like me

[erictan8888]

try to find the right place to change lens and minimise the chance of dust entering...
this will ensure you need cleaning only like once in 6 mths or once in a year...
if it is like that, then can consider sending to NSC for peace of mind as you can consider it as a once a year maintainence cost

[markyen]

I use the photographic solutions brand sensor swab and E2 or Eclipse with good results. Please do not use Pec pad to to clean the sensor although it is cheaper.

[bruggink]

Thanks a million for those who had posted their experiences. Every point u guys mentioned are noted.

How much do NSC charge for servicing a camera? How long do they usually take?

[u2nofear]

Originally Posted by bruggink Thanks a million for those who had posted their experiences. Every point u guys mentioned are noted. How much do NSC charge for servicing a camera? How long do they usually take?

26 include GST , 30-45min

[bruggink]

Originally Posted by u2nofear 26 include GST , 30-45min

I just called NSC and was quoted $120 (cleaning + alignment) and takes 7-10 working days.

[u2nofear]

Originally Posted by bruggink I just called NSC and was quoted $120 (cleaning + alignment) and takes 7-10 working days.

just cleaning sensor is fast ..alignment ? u means back focus or front focus ?

[ortega]

http://www.google.com/search?client=...UTF-8&oe=UTF-8

google is your best friend

[ortega]

this is useful

http://www.bythom.com/cleaning.htm

[u2nofear]

Originally Posted by ortega this is useful http://www.bythom.com/cleaning.htm

Any idea , NSC using which method ?...

[ortega]

Originally Posted by u2nofear Any idea , NSC using which method ?...

i don't work for nikon and i have not been inside the repair area
so i don't know

but my guess is that they will use the same method as the japan only cleaning kit method.

[Lekima]

http://www.momentcorp.com/review/Sensor_cleaning.html
Sensor Cleaning