FAQ ID: 8202664300
Release date: 11 November 2015
If you cannot remove dirt or dust on the image sensor (CMOS) even by using the sensor cleaning function on your camera, or if your camera does not have a function for sensor cleaning, you can clean the sensor on your own by using a commercially available blower.
1. Detach the lens before you start cleaning.
2. Set the power switch to [ON].
3. Press the [MENU] button to bring up the menu display.
4. Under the [ ] (Set-up 4) tab, select [Sensor cleaning], then press [ ].
5. Press the [ ], [ ] keys to select [Clean manually], then press [ ].
6. Press the [ ] key to select [OK], then press [ ].
7. The reflex mirror will lockup and the shutter will open.
"CLn" will blink on the LCD panel.
8. Using a commercially available blower, blow dust that is stuck to the surface while preventing the blower from directly touching the sensor.
9. After cleaning, set the power switch to [OFF].