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Dust spots are a real problem when it comes to dslr cameras. The constant changing of lenses allows dust to sneak onto the sensor when you're not paying attention. And even if you are paying attention, dust can still find a way to accumulate on your sensor. This means you have to clean the camera sensor, which is something that is dreaded by both professional and amateur photographers alike.

Check for Dust Spots -

To check for dust spots use a small aperture like F22. You can either shoot it against a blue sky, or use a white background. To ensure that you are seeing dust spots on the actual sensor, you should gently move your camera around when you're taking the picture. This helps to blur everything except the dust on the sensor. If you see a lot of tiny grayish dots or blobs, then you need to clean your camera sensor. If the dust spots only show up when your camera is still, then you may just need to clean your lens or filters.

The Rocket Blower Technique -

When used correctly, the rocket blower technique is one of the safest ways to clean your camera sensor. And be careful when you use an air blower because some of these devices may spray gunk onto your sensor. The rocket blower will not spray anything on your sensor, so it is your best bet.

In order to use the rocket blower technique, you should first shut off your camera. This ensures that no static electricity attracts even more dust to your camera sensor. After this, remove your lens. Then place your camera on a tripod, and face the camera so the sensor is pointed downwards. This allows gravity to pull the dust away from your sensor after you've used your rocket blower.

Then you'll need to turn your camera back on and open up the mirror, which will expose the sensor. Your camera manual will tell you how. After the sensor is exposed, use bursts of air from your rocket blower to remove any dust that's on the sensor. Around three to five seconds of consistent strong bursts of air should suffice. Be careful not to shove your rocket blower's tip past the lens mount; you don't want to bash it into the sensor or some other sensitive part. And never use compressed air; the chemicals in it could damage your sensor. Also remember that the rocket blower will not remove some types of dust. Some dust requires a more unique approach.

The Wet Technique -

The wet technique is more dangerous than the rocket blower method. The reason for this is because you're making actual contact with your camera sensor. And since you're actually

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