Saturday, January 1, 2011

Digital Camera Care

By Debra Hoffmann


After spending money on a quality digital camera, it is important to take the time to maintain it properly. Your camera will last much longer if you take preventative measures to keep it in the best condition.

The most important, and delicate, component of your digital camera is the camera lens. Being your window to the world, you'll need professional intervention to fix it if it ever gets scratched. It's therefore imperative to protect the lens. Your lens cap should always be on to keep the lens clean when you're not taking photos. Don't use your finger to touch the lens. It will be difficult to remove the oils left behind by your skin and your view could become blurry. Use a cleaner and cloth made specifically for cleaning camera lenses if your lens should get dusty or dirty.

Make sure that the body of your camera is clean and free of debris. In a case of pouch is where you should keep the camera if you're not using it. If it should get dirty, wipe it down with a soft dry cloth. Before wiping your camera's LCD panel with a soft cloth, breathe lightly on it to add a bit of moisture.

Always keep your camera dry. Since they're not waterproof, make sure they won't get submerged in liquid or even splashed. If your camera should get wet, it is a good idea to turn it off, remove the battery, and remove the memory card. Leave the camera out to air dry for one to two days. You will need to contact a professional repair company or manufacturer for advice if the camera is not functioning properly.

In general, your camera will do best if stored in mild, dry conditions. Extreme temperatures can be damaging so try not to leave your camera in your car or any super sunny locations. You can save the silica gel packets that came with the purchase and place them in the drawer or container where your camera is stored in order to prevent moisture damage. If you plan to store your camera for a long period of time without use, you should first remove the battery from the camera. In case the battery should leak, this precaution will prevent damage.

Purchase a disposable camera and leave your digital at home if you're going to take photos in a place where this will be higher risk of damage from other conditions. Better safe than sorry.




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