A dirty lens can introduce smudges, fingerprints, or dust particles on the lens surface, which can adversely affect the quality and sharpness of still photos and panoramas.
A Dirty lens can result in blurry or hazy areas in the images, and they may also cause unwanted streaks, halos, or artefacts.
Examples:
Dirty camera lens – blurry area on the photo bottom right corner ❌
Dirty lens can leave spots on still photos ❌
Dirty lens can leave spots on still photos ❌
Best Practices ✅
Always check the lens before capturing a project to make sure there are no fingerprints, smudges, or debris – This can be done with a visual inspection of the lens or checking the quality of the preview screen prior to capturing an asset
Use the provided microfibre cloth or wipes to clean the lens. Be gentle when cleaning the lens and avoid applying excessive pressure
Avoid touching the lens with your fingers