Dust problems? What can you tell me about the alleged non-dust-proof lens on the SX210IS?
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it does get dust in it internally and should go out for service to be cleaned
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Yeah the biggest complaint for the SX200IS was the automatic flash every time. I'm gonna wait to see if that has been fixed in the SX210IS before I go ahead an order. Looks like a great improvement in every other area!I'm glad I held out on getting my super-zoom point and shoot! Within the last few weeks Nikon, Fujifilm, Canon, and Panasonic all announced their Spring 2010 models. There are some real good options out there!
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I don't believe so, the lens cap is a slip on cap. It's currently sitting in the original box. I've simply had a B+W filter on the lens and occasionally clean it off with a cloth. Zero issues with dust or scratches. The lens hood and filter combination does a great job of protecting the optics.
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Thanx David, I'm a little disappointed also and considering it's a Nikon product I'm very surprised they decided to omit a feature like that. I've always at least bought a sky filter for all my lenses and cameras the moment I get them to at least protect the lenses and keep it clean. Guess I'll just have to be very careful with this one! Thanx again ...... at at least now we know.
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I bought the SD880 IS two weeks ago from Amazon. More than half of all the pictures I took using the flash had dust orbs (lens flares) in the picture. I returned it for an exchange Monday. Tuesday I got the replacement. I took 11 flash pictures in different places for tests. All 11 pictures had dust orbs (white spots) on the pictures, some very noticeable and rendering the picture unusable. And that is in a "clean" environment. So today I returned it for a refund. Just a word of caution. It's caused by the flash intensity, the location of the flash compared to the angle of the lens, etc... I bought the SD880 IS two weeks ago from Amazon. More than half of all the pictures I took using the flash had dust orbs (lens flares) in the picture. I returned it for an exchange Monday. Tuesday I got the replacement. I took 11 flash pictures in different places for tests. All 11 pictures had dust orbs (white spots) on the pictures, some very noticeable and rendering the picture unusable. And that is in a "clean" environment. So today I returned it for a refund. Just a word of caution. It's caused by the flash intensity, the location of the flash compared to the angle of the... » Read More I bought the SD880 IS two weeks ago from Amazon. More than half of all the pictures I took using the flash had dust orbs (lens flares) in the picture. I returned it for an exchange Monday. Tuesday I got the replacement. I took 11 flash pictures in different places for tests. All 11 pictures had dust orbs (white spots) on the pictures, some very noticeable and rendering the picture unusable. And that is in a "clean" environment. So today I returned it for a refund. Just a word of caution. It's caused by the flash intensity, the location of the flash compared to the angle of the lens, etc... « Show Less
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I had a Fuji and the pics were washed out. Returned it and got the Canon SX110IS and if you want it you will have to pry it from my cold dead hands!...
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I am with U 2.. need an easy way to protect my lens from the abuse my kid put it through ---HELP!!! Camera is a CANON S5IS
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Make sure the filter has a firm, solid rotation feel without being loose or gritty. Scratches that are deep are to be avoided whereas minor scratches won't be noticed unless the coatings are scratched. Also make sure there is absolutely NO damage to the filter ring or threads whatsoever - if it has been dropped while mounted on a lens it could be out-of-round and become stuck on your lens if overtightened. Insist on a photo or two showing any imperfections or just buy new. B+W is my filter of choice.
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If the dust is on the lens, you can blow it away with a blower, or clean with a lens cleaner. But, here's something to keep in mind. I also noticed a lot of dust when I used this camera. Here's a picture with the example: http://www.flickr.com/photos/blokh/7556804584/sizes/l/in/photostream/The dust was actually on the sensor and I didn't see it before. So I cleaned up the sensor and it is gone now.
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Nope. I am not a canon support rep. Just a gal who wanted to put her hard earned cash iron a little camera for travel and not drag the big one around. Thanks for your post. I have been very happy so far with how the pictures are coming out. Except for the lense cover does not close all the waythat which is annoying. So I have to check it everytime to make sure I don't have a black halo in y pictures. Thanks for all these posts.
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There is new information on the page that I linked to in my previous comment. It looks like Canon now knows which lenses are affected, and they offer free repairs - starting on 7/18. From what they write, it also sounds like newer lenses do no longer have this problem.
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PLASTIC but I lock into lens sleeve tight .I don't have any accidential knock out so far .However ,try not to screw on any filter into adaptor too tight because metal bind plastic very tight,thatwill make difficult remove filter .The SX50 Raw file is really good as long as u know the limit (set low iso 80-100 ,use large f stop 5.0 or less in wide angle and very steady hand !I still use eye piece to compose not LCD screen).the look from LCD preview looks unsharp color looks wash out but once use pass through RAW to jpeg wow color & sharpness look very good .much better than my Panasonic GF1 . PLASTIC but I lock into lens sleeve tight .I don't have any accidential knock out so far .However ,try not to screw on any filter into adaptor too tight because metal bind plastic very tight,thatwill make difficult remove filter .The SX50 Raw file is really good as long as u know the limit (set low iso 80-100 ,use large f stop 5.0 or less in wide angle and very steady hand !I still use eye piece to compose not LCD screen).the look from LCD preview looks unsharp color looks wash out but once use pass through RAW to jpeg wow color & sharpness look very good .much... » Read More PLASTIC but I lock into lens sleeve tight .I don't have any accidential knock out so far .However ,try not to screw on any filter into adaptor too tight because metal bind plastic very tight,thatwill make difficult remove filter .The SX50 Raw file is really good as long as u know the limit (set low iso 80-100 ,use large f stop 5.0 or less in wide angle and very steady hand !I still use eye piece to compose not LCD screen).the look from LCD preview looks unsharp color looks wash out but once use pass through RAW to jpeg wow color & sharpness look very good .much better than my Panasonic GF1 . « Show Less
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Just a novice, but I installed a 52mm screw-on UV filter on the front of the lens to protect it from scratches. This keeps dirt off the lens and allows me to clean only the filter with alcohol wipes without fear of damaging the lens. If the UV filter gets scratched, it is easily, and most importantly, inexpensively replaced. Check with a real camera store for cleaning materials for lenses. On-line searches for camera forums should also provide a wealth of information.
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Good news, guys. I called Fujifilm and they're sending me a new lenscap. Turns out the girl I spoke to in the Parts Department had the same camera and knew of the problem firsthand. The camera is awesome, but I'd advise getting rechargeable batteries, because it drinks juice.
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Another reviewer mentioned that there's a thin plastic protective coat over the lens that some people are not removing before using. Is this possibly your issue?
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I had the same issue on my Sig SP2022. Used a lens cleaning product from a company called Italian Gun Grease. It worked really well. Wiped off the soot without problems, and no apparent scratching. The company only sells one lens cleaning product. You can find it on their website.
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If you ever get an answer to this I'd love to know it. I can't decide between these two and the SD1100. I actually bought the SD880 and experienced several pictures with dust orbs. I've been told you can expect that in a lot of cameras but I have never encountered this particular issue in any other digital camera I've owned, which is why I thought maybe I'd go with the SD790 or the SD1100. I don't care about mp, I just care about image quality, especially since a lot of my shots are of my kids indoors. So let me know how your search goes,Bella