How to Clean a Camera Lens ~ Vivian Liu

Dust happens. It’s inevitable and you just have to make peace with the fact it’s going to end up on your lenses. Of course, many other substances like oils from your fingers, the elements, food, or whatever you pick up while outside may eventually find its way onto your gear as well.
Some dust on the front of the lens can be harmless and even unnoticeable in your photos. However, dust on the back or oil on either end can stand out a lot more. You should only clean your lens if absolutely necessary and not just because of some arbitrary schedule. Good Info…