Camera dust on a digital sensor

[John]

Does anyone know of a local shop that cleans sensors on Digital Cameras?

I am reluctant to use anything other than a light blower myself and often Digital Cameras need a wet clean - I'm not brave enough to do that!

[Peter Welsh]

Hi John,
I spoke to Dave at LCE and there used ti be a guy near the bombed out church .. apparently he has moved now and works from home.. Give Dave at LCE a ring and he will give you the guys name.. I know it is not a cheap job though..
If anyone knows of any body else I would like the info as well .. It would be even better if we could get a while you wait service as I get the shakes if I am without my camera too long

[John]

He now lives in Ivybridge and works from home - I believe he charges c.£40 but like you I would prefer a "while you wait" service.
I know someone who has his phone number - will post it here when I get it.
But is there 'nothing' in Plymouth?

[Alan]

Hi everyone

The guy does live in Ivybridge and no longer has a shop in Regent Street Plymouth.

He still goes under the name J.C.I Camera Repair
The address is: - 21, Priory Close, Ivybridge, Devon PL21 9JG
Phone number: - 01752 893436

This is the URL for Yell.com: - http://www.yell.com/b/J.C.I+Camera+Repair-...7010/index.html

My only advice to anyone using a DSLR is to carry a LARGE plastic bag with you, I have a clear Caradon Recycle bag in every camera bag or lens pouch that I would have with me at any time.

ALWAYS if practical use this bag to completely cover your camera, unlock the lens but do not remove, prepare the lens you wish to use (taking the rear lens cap off), put this into the bag with one hand and remove the lens on the camera with the other, as this is being removed, engage the other lens immediately behind it, this gives minimum time for any gremlins to enter the lens. This is the method I always use outdoors whether the camera is on a tripod or not.

Indoors it isn’t so important as the air is usually more still, but I was advised to always point the camera body downwards to avoid anything entering by gravity.

I have used this system for the two years that I have had a DSLR and so far have not had any dust bunnies (touch wood).

I hope this helps, it is just a matter of being very careful and follow a system.

Alan


www.alanpackerphotography.co.uk

[Peter Welsh]

Thanks Alan,
Much appreciated