Manual Sensor Cleaning (Digital Single-Lens Reflex Camera)

    19-Sep-2014
    8201093200

    Solution

      NOTE
      Icons used on this page
      < >: Setting button.
      *The icons and markings indicating the camera’s buttons, dials, and settings correspond to the icons and markings on the camera and on the LCD monitor.

      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.
      IMPORTANT
      The surface of the image sensor is extremely delicate. If the sensor needs to be cleaned directly, it is advisable to contact a Canon Service Center.
      CAUTION
      • For the power source, using an AC Adapter Kit is recommended. The AC Adapter Kit that can be used differs depending on the model. For details, please see the list below.
      • If you use a battery, make sure it is fully recharged. If the battery grip with size-AA/LR6 batteries is attached, manual sensor cleaning will not be possible.

      AC Adapter Kits and DC Coupler Kits for each model

      Model NameAC Adapter
      EOS-1D XAC Adapter Kit ACK-E4 (sold separately)
      EOS-1Ds Mark IIIAC Adapter Kit ACK-E4 (bundled accessory)
      EOS-1Ds Mark IIDC Coupler Kit DCK-E1 (bundled accessory)
      EOS-1DsDC Coupler Kit DCK-E1 (bundled accessory)
      EOS-1D Mark IVAC Adapter Kit ACK-E4 (sold separately)
      EOS-1D Mark IIIAC Adapter Kit ACK-E4 (bundled accessory)
      EOS-1D Mark II NDC Coupler Kit DCK-E1 (bundled accessory)
      EOS-1D Mark IIDC Coupler Kit DCK-E1 (bundled accessory)
      EOS-1DDC Coupler Kit DCK-E1 (bundled accessory)
      EOS 5D Mark IIIAC Adapter Kit ACK-E6 (sold separately)
      EOS 5D Mark IIAC Adapter Kit ACK-E6 (sold separately)
      EOS 5DAC Adapter Kit ACK-E2 (sold separately)
      EOS 6DAC Adapter Kit ACK-E6 (sold separately)
      EOS 7D Mark IIAC Adapter Kit ACK-E6 (sold separately)
      EOS 7DAC Adapter Kit ACK-E6 (sold separately)
      EOS 70DAC Adapter Kit ACK-E6 (sold separately)
      EOS 60DAC Adapter Kit ACK-E6 (sold separately)
      EOS 60DaAC Adapter Kit ACK-E6 (bundled accessory)
      EOS 50DAC Adapter Kit ACK-E2 (sold separately)
      EOS 40DAC Adapter Kit ACK-E2 (sold separately)
      EOS 30DAC Adapter Kit ACK-E2 (sold separately)
      EOS 20D
      EOS 20Da
      AC Adapter Kit ACK-E2 (sold separately)
      EOS 10DAC Adapter Kit ACK-E2 (sold separately)
      EOS REBEL T5i/EOS 700DAC Adapter Kit ACK-E8 (sold separately)
      EOS REBEL T4i/EOS 650DAC Adapter Kit ACK-E8 (sold separately)
      EOS REBEL SL1 / EOS 100DAC Adapter Kit ACK-E15 (sold separately)
      EOS REBEL T3i/EOS 600DAC Adapter Kit ACK-E8 (sold separately)
      EOS REBEL T2i/EOS 550DAC Adapter Kit ACK-E8 (sold separately)
      EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500DAC Adapter Kit ACK-E5 (sold separately)
      EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450DAC Adapter Kit ACK-E5 (sold separately)
      EOS DIGITAL REBEL XTi/EOS 400D DIGITALAC Adapter Kit ACK-DC20 (sold separately)
      EOS DIGITAL REBEL XT/EOS 350D DIGITALAC Adapter Kit ACK-DC20 (sold separately)
      EOS REBEL T5/EOS 1200DAC Adapter Kit ACK-E10 (sold separately)
      EOS REBEL T3/EOS 1100DAC Adapter Kit ACK-E10 (sold separately)
      EOS REBEL XS/EOS 1000DAC Adapter Kit ACK-E5 (sold separately)
      EOS DIGITAL REBEL/EOS 300D DIGITALAC Adapter Kit ACK-E2 (sold separately)
      EOS D60Compact Power Adapter CA-PS400 and DC Coupler DR-400 (bundled accessory)

      NOTE
      This section explains the cleaning procedure using the EOS REBEL T3i/EOS 600D. Depending on the model you are using, the content displayed on the LCD monitor might be slightly different from what is shown on your camera, but the procedure is almost the same.

      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. Select [Clean manually] or [Sensor cleaning].



      The cleaning procedure differs depending on the model.
      For details, please see the list below.

      Model NameManual cleaning procedure
      EOS-1D XSelect tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the button.
      EOS-1Ds Mark IIISelect tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the SET button.
      EOS-1Ds Mark IISelect tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button. On the next screen, select [OK], then press the button. Press the shutter button completely. The reflex mirror will lockup and the shutter will open. Go to step 7.
      EOS-1DsSelect tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button. On the next screen, select [OK], then press the button. Press the shutter button completely. The reflex mirror will lockup and the shutter will open. Go to step 7.
      EOS-1D Mark IVSelect tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the button.
      EOS-1D Mark IIISelect tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the button.
      EOS-1D Mark II NSelect tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button. On the next screen, select [OK], then press the button. Press the shutter button completely. The reflex mirror will lockup and the shutter will open. Go to step 7.
      EOS-1D Mark IISelect tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button. On the next screen, select [OK], then press the button. Press the shutter button completely. The reflex mirror will lockup and the shutter will open. Go to step 7.
      EOS-1DSelect tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button.
      EOS 5D Mark IIISelect > tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the button.
      EOS 5D Mark IISelect tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the button.
      EOS 5DSelect [ Sensor cleaning], press the button.
      EOS 6DSelect tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the button.
      EOS 7D Mark II Select tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the button.
      EOS 7DSelect tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the button.
      EOS 70DSelect tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the button.
      EOS 60D/EOS 60DaSelect tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the button.
      EOS 50DSelect tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the button.
      EOS 40DSelect tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the button.
      EOS 30DSelect [ Sensor cleaning], press the button.
      EOS 20D/EOS 20DaSelect [ Sensor cleaning], press the button.
      EOS 10DSelect the menu [Sensor cleaning], press the button.
      EOS REBEL T5i/EOS 700DSelect tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the button.
      EOS REBEL T4i/EOS 650DSelect tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the button.
      EOS REBEL SL1 / EOS 100DSelect tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the button.
      EOS REBEL T3i/EOS 600DSelect tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the button.
      EOS REBEL T2i/EOS 550DSelect tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the button.
      EOS REBEL T1i/EOS 500DSelect tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the button.
      EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi/EOS 450DSelect tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the button.
      EOS DIGITAL REBEL XTi/EOS 400D DIGITALSelect tab, [Sensor cleaning: Manual], then press the button.
      EOS DIGITAL REBEL XT/EOS 350D DIGITALSelect tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button.
      EOS DIGITAL REBEL/EOS 300D DIGITALSelect tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button.
      EOS REBEL T5/EOS 1200DSelect tab, [Clean manually], press the button.
      EOS REBEL T3/EOS 1100DSelect tab, [Clean manually], press the button.
      EOS REBEL XS/EOS 1000DSelect tab, [Sensor cleaning], then press the button. On the next screen, select [Clean manually], then press the button.
      EOS D60Select the menu [C.Fn], [C.Fn13 Sensor cleaning], then press the button. On the next screen, select [1:Enable], then press the button. Press the shutter button completely. The reflex mirror will lockup and the shutter will open. Go to step 7.

      5. Select [OK], then press the < > button.



      6. The reflex mirror will lockup and the shutter will open.

      7. Using a commercially available blower, blow dust that is stuck to the surface while preventing the blower from directly touching the sensor.



      8. After ending the cleaning, set the power switch to <OFF>.
      CAUTION
      • While cleaning the sensor, never do any of the following. If the power is cut off, the shutter will close and the shutter curtains and image sensor might get damaged.
      - Setting the power switch to <OFF>.
      - Opening the battery compartment cover.
      - Opening the card slot cover.
      • The surface of the image sensor is extremely delicate. Clean the sensor with care.
      • Use a plain blower without any brush attached. A brush can scratch the sensor.
      • Do not insert the blower tip inside the camera beyond the lens mount. If the power is turned off, the shutter will close and the shutter curtains or reflex mirror might get damaged.
      • Never use canned air or gas to clean the sensor. The blowing force can damage the sensor or the spray gas can freeze on the sensor.
      • If the battery level becomes low while you clean the sensor, the beeper will sound as a warning. Stop cleaning the sensor.*
      • If a smudge that cannot be removed with a blower remains, having the sensor cleaned by a Canon Service Center is recommended.
      *Applicable models are listed below:
      EOS-1D X / EOS-1Ds Mark III / EOS 5D Mark III / EOS 5D / EOS 6D / EOS 7D Mark II / EOS 70D / EOS 30D / EOS 20D / EOS 20Da / EOS 10D / EOS REBEL T5i/ EOS 700D / EOS REBEL T4i/ EOS 650D / EOS REBEL SL1/EOS 100D / EOS REBEL T3i/EOS 600D / EOS REBEL T5/EOS 1200D / EOS REBEL T3/ EOS 1100D / EOS DIGITAL REBEL XT/ EOS 350D DIGITAL/ EOS DIGITAL REBEL/ EOS 300D DIGITAL