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Brad Ballew wrote:Bought some lens tissue and spray from local camera stop and not impressed. I remember we had a brand that I really like way back when I was working on Black Gold but I can't remember what it was. What do you guys use?
Don't use paper "tissue" because it will scratch lens glass. Instead, use a microfiber cloth designed for cleaning lenses. Importantly, before touching the lens glass, either breath on it (to cause condensation) or use a mild lens cleaning fluid designed for the purpose.
Don't wipe dry lens glass; slightly moisten the lens before wiping it. Or, if a lens is very dusty/dirty, use an extremely soft lens cleaning brush to gently remove particles before moistening & wiping the lens. Condensation from your breath is safe & usually works well.
FilmTools.com and other companies sell lens microfiber cleaning cloths & fluid. Only a very small amount of moisture is needed each time, so a small bottle of fluid can last a very long time.
http://search.filmtools.com/search?keyw ... masupplies