Re: problem with T2i

Todd,

No need to be baffled at all. I watched your video and for sure you have a dirty sensor on your T2i. It is a scary thing when you first realize you are going to have to clean your own sensor but I think that is what you should do.

What I did was watch 20 or so different videos on the web about how to clean your image sensor. After awhile you start to believe you can do it. I bought the correct size (Sensor Swab Type 2 12-pack) from B&H and I also bought a BriteVue Sensor Loupe 7x which allows me to see if the sensor has been cleaned or not.

The Loupe is not completely necessary as you can clean and check by shooting more sky video to see if the sensor is clean or not but that seemed like a pain to me. I like having the Loupe to check my work.

Having said all of that, the last advice is to get some Visible Dust Formula Solution. There are people who will say you don't need this and will only recommend the swabs for cleaning. My experience was that my sensor wasn't cleaned until I used the drops but ONLY 2 OR 3 TINY DROPS on the swab is necessary. You want a very small amount on the swab or it will smear the sensor.

Again, it all sounds scary and it is the first time you try it yourself but after one successful cleaning you'll be ready the next time.

Erik

Erik