Specs of Dust on Your Camera's Sensor

If you are like me you no doubt shoot with your camera in less-than-ideal environments. While most cameras are fairly well sealed, they still allow for dust to get inside. As the mirror flips up, and the shutter opens, even a fraction of a second is enough to trap specs of dust on the sensor. Now you notice a little spec on every picture you take, and you have to clone it out. You cannot prevent this, but with a good blower you will rid your camera of pesky dust every time. Never try to use any liquid chemicals to clean your sensor. There are expensive tools on the market that will clean your sensor safely, but for far less money, a blower is just as effective, and safe. When cleaning your sensor, flip the camera so that the lens mount is looking towards the ground. This way, once the dust particle has been loosened, gravity will take charge and let it drop away from your sensor. Blow gently into the cavity, and keep the lens mount looking down. This way dust has little chance of settling on the sensor. A few good blows is typically enough. Put the mens back on, and shoot a piece of white paper to check for the dust being gone.