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Originally Posted by butchyau
how much of a problem is it really?? i read different perspectives on it?? thanks, butchyau ( butchy from australia)
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It all depends on how/when you use the SLR.
The best way to keep it dust free ( for as long as possible anyway ) is to put a lens on right when you get it and never take it off. Of course, this is NOT the reason people buy SLRs, right? We buy them specifically because we can change the lenses.
You just have to be careful. Dust *will* get on the sensor. There are some tools you can use that are fairly safe ( like blowers ) that do a decent job.
There's no sure way to avoid dust. However, here are some tips:
Change lenses with the body facing downward ( to avoid dust falling into the body )
Don't change lenses during windy/dry conditions ( change the lens inside a building )
YMMV, but dust is inevitable.
It's normally not a problem, only when you get a large spec of dust on a prominent place.
-Tim