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03/29/2009 04:19:11 PM · #1 |
| So, I was out taking pictures earlier and while I was switching one of my lenses, I dropped my 18-55mm IS and it got snow inside. It tested it and it works fine, but there are some water spots on the inside of my lens after it has dried out. How much does it usually cost to get a lens cleaned? Just curious. |
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03/29/2009 04:32:58 PM · #2 |
| Not sure, but I know moisture in a lens can lead to mould.. not good. |
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03/29/2009 05:58:13 PM · #3 |
| That isn't good... would getting it cleaned prevent mold from growing or is it just inevitable? |
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03/29/2009 06:52:45 PM · #4 |
| Not sure, never needed a lens cleaned.. Give a Canon service centre a call and see what they recommend. |
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03/29/2009 06:59:47 PM · #5 |
| if it's just moisture could you take a hiardryer to it or put it somewhere warm and dry to remove the moisture that way? |
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03/29/2009 08:02:36 PM · #6 |
| Put it in a warm (not hot) dry place for a couple or three days to make sure that all the water has evaporated. After that, take photos, and if you see effects from the water spots (you may very well not) then consider having it cleaned by a Canon service center. If you can't see the effects of the spots, don't worry about them. |
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03/30/2009 01:43:15 AM · #7 |
| Thanks everyone, I've been intermittently drying out the lens and it seems to be okay. It's working fine and the photos don't show any spots. I hope no mold grows... |
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