Sensor cleaning on DSLR's

[beanbag]

Does anyone know how to do this and what's the best way?

I've got a Canon EOS 300D and ever since I've bought a new lens, I've been swapping and changing on the move and inevitably I've got a bit of dust on the sensor.

I know I should buy a dust blow but what sort? Also, I've read that it is actually possible (if using a good brush), you can actually brush the sensor itself.

Anyhow. Any tips and trick, articles etc would be greatly appreciated! :D

[shadytree]

sensor swabs off eBay. About a fiver i think.

[beanbag]

shadytree said:

sensor swabs off eBay. About a fiver i think.

Are they wet wipes or dry? And (maybe a stupid question), but my sensor is quite deep in the camera. How would I get the swab in there gently?

I'm just paranoid about damaging the CMOS.

[GetCarter]

Be very careful

[HankScorpio]

I tried many methods, charged nylon brush being the best but none of them were great.

Took it to Nikon, 23 quid later, spotless!

[milo]

I use one of these... works everytime...

www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Giottos-Rocket-Air-Blower-Review.aspx

Full write up.
http://01792.org/halo/template.asp?c=156

And theres little or no risk to you camera. Pits and scratches on your sensor are not covered by the warrenty.

>> Edited by milo on Monday 12th September 19:49

[mikef]

Now, this isn't much use if you're not in London, I know, but - I took my D30 into Fixation, next to Vauxhall Station, who are Canon certified and do a sensor clean while you wait for £25. Maybe there's a similar service outfit where you are?

[beanbag]

mikef said:

Now, this isn't much use if you're not in London, I know, but - I took my D30 into Fixation, next to Vauxhall Station, who are Canon certified and do a sensor clean while you wait for £25. Maybe there's a similar service outfit where you are?

Unfortunately I'm in Vienna.....but maybe when I pop back for Christmas.....still....ages to go yet!