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Old 05-05-2010, 02:05 AM
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Default Dry Carbon Pen for cleaning lenses?

I bought a dry carbon pen to clean my lenses, but i have not used it yet. Does anyone have any experience using one of these? Did i waste my money on it?

Here's the description from it

"Designed for digital SLR cameras and digital camcorders, Fidelity's lens cleaner is safe for all lenses. Using a patented dry carbon compound, the cleaner is environmentally friendly. It has a unique self-replenishing tip for minimal mess and has a very long life of up to 500 uses. The device has a cleaning tip on one end and a brush on the other, so use and cleanup is quick and easy."

Instructions:
1. Remove any particles on the lens surface with the brush
2. Wipe the lens in a smooth circular motion (the tip is a soft felt with the carbon on it) If some smudges persist, breathe gently on the surface and then repeat the process.

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Old 05-05-2010, 02:30 AM
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Lenspens are the best way of cleaning lenses.
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Old 05-05-2010, 02:33 AM
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+1 - I had to make the message longer, so I am typing more words...
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Old 05-05-2010, 02:43 AM
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Love my LensPen. Wouldn't be without it. I have given several as gifts and they love them too. Use it and enjoy your super clean lens!
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Old 05-05-2010, 03:01 AM
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I have no complaints about my LensPen. It works wonderfully.
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Old 05-05-2010, 05:09 AM
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Let's put it this way: LensPens are safe for cleaning sensors. No, you did not waste your money.
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Old 05-05-2010, 12:52 PM
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Thanks everyone...I'd rather seem dumb asking, than ruin my lens with a stupid mistake. lol...better to err on the side of caution i suppose.
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