Clean Camera Repair, Sensor Cleaning & Lens Calibration

10/17/2026

Michigan fall is stunning — and rough on camera gear. 🍁📷 Share the essential checklist to keep your camera safe from cold, moisture, and dust in the crisp autumn months. Quick tips include weatherproofing, condensation prevention, lens care, and safe storage so you won’t miss golden-hour shots. Read the full guide: https://wix.to/fKmlFOL

Michigan is one of the most beautiful places to photograph during fall. From the colorful forests of Northern Michigan to the quiet backroads of the Thumb, autumn offers incredible opportunities for landscape, wildlife, portrait, and family photography.But Michigan's fall weather can also be surpris...

10/17/2026

📷 That gritty feeling in your lens? Don't ignore it!

Ever turned your zoom or focus ring and felt a little crunch or resistance?

That could be sand or grit getting into the moving parts of your lens.

Here's something many photographers don't realize: continuing to twist the ring can actually make the problem worse.

If your lens suddenly feels different, stop and take a closer look before forcing anything.

A little caution today could prevent a much bigger problem tomorrow.

Have you ever experienced that gritty feeling in a lens?

10/15/2026

Fall colors + birds = pure magic. Discover where to find the best spots for fall bird photography in Michigan’s Thumb and get practical tips for shooting crisp, colorful images on backroads worth the drive. Read the full guide by Melonie Marie McEver. https://wix.to/szoJ77j

A Camera Guide to Fall Bird Photography in Michigan, Backroads & Better PhotosWorth the Roadtrip | Places Worth the StopBy Tim & Melonie McEver | Clean CameraCamera Technician & Master PhotographerPlaces Worth the Stop: Where to Go Birding in Tuscola CountyThere is something special about fall in Mi...

08/27/2026

Check that closet… do you have an old film camera laying around? We are looking to buy both working and non-working film cameras like:

Nikon FM & FM2
Canon AE1 & AE1 Program
Minolta X700
Pentax K1000

Contact Tim at 770-713-6746. We buy used camera gear; digital, film, and medium format in addition to offering camera cleaning services, camera classes and repair for all major brands.

www.cleancamera.com

08/01/2026

Just back from a shoot and skipped a proper camera clean? You might be carrying more than memories. Our latest post breaks down the hidden grime travel brings — dust, oils, humidity residues — and how to safely clean sensor, lenses, and bodies without risking damage. Read the full guide for quick post-trip routines and pro tips: https://wix.to/Zm7h38P

Camera Cleaning After Travel: The Hidden Dirt You Bring HomeYou’ve landed. Memory cards are full. The shots look incredible.But your gear? It just went through airports, overhead bins, dusty streets, humid air, and maybe even a questionable café table.This is where camera cleaning becomes less ab...

06/25/2026

Protect your investment — don’t let dust and grime shorten your camera’s life. Our latest blog post explains why professional camera sensor cleaning near you is worth it, how it protects image quality, and what to look for in a service. Read more: https://wix.to/mdzLEDH

Why Professional Camera Sensor Cleaning Near Me Protects Your InvestmentEvery lens tells a story. Not just through the images it captures, but through the environments it survives. Dusty trails, humid mornings, salty air, and long shooting days all leave their mark. Over time, that wear quietly buil...

06/09/2026

Real estate photos falling flat? The culprit might be dirty gear. Learn quick, pro-tested cleaning tips to keep lenses, sensors and windows spotless so every listing shines. Read the full guide: https://wix.to/yUYRmvD

Why Photography Gear Cleaning matters for real estate shootsReal estate photography is all about perfection. Clean lines. Bright whites. Windows that don’t look like they’ve been through a dust storm and lost.But here’s the quiet culprit no one warns you about: your camera might be sabotaging ...

06/05/2026

Want to enter a photo print competition but not sure where to start? Join our live workshop on June 8 with Rob Knight from Red River Paper and learn how to create standout prints that judges will notice. Perfect for photographers looking to elevate their print game. Read more and sign up: https://wix.to/O6aGOu2

Join us June 8 for a Workshop, How do I enter a Photo Print Competition? With Red River Paper's Rob Knight If you've ever asked yourself, "How do I enter a photo print competition?", one of the best ways to improve your chances of success is by learning how to create outstanding photographic prints....

06/02/2026

Caught dust spots in your photos? Learn when to choose wet vs dry sensor cleaning so your shots stay flawless. Read our quick 3-minute guide by Melonie Marie McEver and never let a speck ruin your sky again. https://wix.to/8UwPYDX

Camera Cleaning Basics: The Difference Between Wet vs Dry Sensor CleaningLet’s set the scene. You take a perfect shot, load it into Lightroom, and suddenly your sky looks like it has a constellation problem. Tiny spots everywhere. That’s your cue that camera cleaning is no longer optional, it’...

06/02/2026

Got sand in your lens ring? Don’t panic — our quick guide walks you through safe steps to remove grit before it causes permanent damage. Learn how to protect your gear and keep that zoom buttery-smooth. Read more: https://wix.to/w1YGJ4a

There’s a moment every photographer experiences at least once. You reach for your lens, twist the zoom ring, and instead of that smooth, buttery motion… you get resistance. Maybe even a faint crunch. It’s subtle at first, but unmistakable. Something is not right.This is usually where people be...