Visible Dust UltraMXD-Vswab 1.0x - Green Series (12-Pack)
The VisibleDust UltraMXD-Vswab is an innovative sensor cleaning swab with a unique "V" shape design that has several advantages over the more common square format swabs. The narrower edge of the V shaped swab minimizes the contact between the swab and the chamber wall reducing the chances of dust or lint from the camera body from falling on the sensor while cleaning.
Plus the "V" shape allows for better maneuverability and easy swabbing while inside the chamber, and allows the user to apply more equal pressure to the edge of the swab pad for a more homogeneous swabbing motion and less streaking along the edges.
The ultra thin MXD-100 multi fiber fabric of the Green Series swabs has a patented folding design to create a softer edge (compared to a hot sealing process), and is designed to be compatible with a wide range of VisibleDust solutions. The 1.0x size is specially designed to provide a single swipe cleaning action for "full frame" image sensors.
Note! Compatible with VDust Plus, Sensor Clean & Smear Away cleaning Fluids
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by PowerReviews(based on 37 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
94%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (22)
- Reliable (14)
- Durable (7)
- Lightweight (6)
Cons
- Pricey / poor value (6)
Best Uses
- Travel (6)
- Everyday (5)
- Home (5)
- Studio (4)
- Landscape photography (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Professional (9), Semi-professional (9), Enthusiast (7), Photo enthusiast (5), Pro photographer (5)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (17)
Most Liked Positive Review
Excellent ...
They would've earned 5 Stars from me if the product included directions. Instead you're completely on your own.
As it is the swabs are easy to use. I used one sw...Read complete review
They would've earned 5 Stars from me if the product included directions. Instead you're completely on your own.
As it is the swabs are easy to use. I used one swab with a couple drops of Eclipse and cleaned my 5D to near-perfection in two passes. Total time - including watching how-to videos - 30 minutes. I estimate this box of 12 will last at least 2 years. So although this product is expensive the cost of an effective cleaning really isn't once you factor in how long one box will last.
The other thing to consider is, although they're expensive, what are the alternatives? When you're seeing dust spots in every shot tighter than f/8 it's time for a serious cleaning. Eventually the air blower doesn't cut it anymore and you need to swab the sensor directly (the AA filter actually in most DSLRs). Don't fear the process, it's actually much easier than you probably heard.
This company offers many variations of a basic sensor swab and in my opinion their product line is needlessly complicated. But the "V-Swabs" I bought are well-made and, with a little bit of homework before using them, they do a very good job.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Poor quality.
Absolutely not happy about this product. Within last 6 months 3 times cleaned my Canon 5D Mark II sensor and 3 times didn't succeed to remove all the dust. Every time I used two ...Read complete review
Absolutely not happy about this product. Within last 6 months 3 times cleaned my Canon 5D Mark II sensor and 3 times didn't succeed to remove all the dust. Every time I used two swabs making one swap with each with cleaning solution liquid. Last time I included in cleaning process additionally 2 corner swabs. Bad results! Round shape pieces of strings are left on the sensor every time. After close look on the swabs I discovered that pieces of material falls out from the corner of swabs. This rubbish pollutes the sensor! No matter how many swabs you use and how delicate you clean your sensor, pieces of swab material fall out from the swab and make whole process useless!
In a past I used another swabs from different manufacture and never had such troubles… I think I better return to the previous type of swabs…
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Comments about Visible Dust UltraMXD-Vswab 1.0x - Green Series (12-Pack):
Maintains a clean sensor. Cleans well with no trace.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Visible Dust UltraMXD-Vswab 1.0x - Green Series (12-Pack):
Used the product as directed and worked as promised.
Not a perfect solution, had to swipe twice, but for the money its a good option vs. shipping to manufacturer for simple cleaning.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Visible Dust UltraMXD-Vswab 1.0x - Green Series (12-Pack):
Works as advertised though you will likely need to use several swabs per cleaning.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
Cons
- Prone to Streaking
- Slighly Flimsy
Best Uses
- Sensor Cleaning
Comments about Visible Dust UltraMXD-Vswab 1.0x - Green Series (12-Pack):
It's difficult (for me) to clean my camera's sensor without leaving streaks. These swabs seem to work the best. Light to very light pressure and only 1 or 2 drops of cleaning fluid, seems to be the best combination. Remember less is more with cleaning fluid.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Visible Dust UltraMXD-Vswab 1.0x - Green Series (12-Pack):
I have been cleaning my own sensor for as long as I have owned a 40D by using the "green" swabs. Using them on my 5D MKII and 7D now..
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Expensive
Best Uses
Comments about Visible Dust UltraMXD-Vswab 1.0x - Green Series (12-Pack):
Even though these are expensive, you still require them to get the job done. I have used other brands and with all of the swabs, you need more than one to get the hard spots removed. Myself and a friend have never been able to use just one swab as demostrated. Count on using up to 6 or 7 swabs sometimes to clean a sensor. In the end, it's still cheaper and faster cleaning the sensor yourself. Even taking your camera back to the manufacturer, still doesn't guarrantee they will do any better
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Spendy
Best Uses
Comments about Visible Dust UltraMXD-Vswab 1.0x - Green Series (12-Pack):
The only product for sensor cleaning to use. I've used them all too. Make sure to use their specific cleaner also.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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Best Uses
Comments about Visible Dust UltraMXD-Vswab 1.0x - Green Series (12-Pack):
We use these swabs with Eclipse Fluid and were very frustrated, until we found we needed to us different cleaners for our Canon sensors. E2 for the 1Ds Mk III and Eclipse Optic Cleaner for our 5d Mk II. The 1Ds Mk III has a tin oxide coated sensor (news to me) and requires a different formula. If you're changing lenses and shooting at small apertures, you're going to get dirt and it will show up in the worst places. In Kansas, the wind blows all the time. We clean all the time and have never had a scratch.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Consistent Reactions
Cons
- Expensive
Best Uses
- Photography
Comments about Visible Dust UltraMXD-Vswab 1.0x - Green Series (12-Pack):
If you have to do it yourself, then this solution works fine.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Consistent Reactions
- Easily Cleaned
Cons
Best Uses
- Photography
Comments about Visible Dust UltraMXD-Vswab 1.0x - Green Series (12-Pack):
Living in Northern Arizona there's dust everywhere. Sensor gets dirty no matter what. If I can't blow the dust out or the sensor brush won't get it, I use these Visible Dust swabs. Works great every time.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
Cons
- Expensive
Best Uses
- DIY sensor cleaning
Comments about Visible Dust UltraMXD-Vswab 1.0x - Green Series (12-Pack):
Don't be afraid to clean your own sensor, just make sure you have the right supplies. This is one of those must have items. I just wish they were not so darn expensive considering what they are.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
Cons
- Not Durable
Best Uses
- Studio
Comments about Visible Dust UltraMXD-Vswab 1.0x - Green Series (12-Pack):
it works but you need the liquid
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Very Good Swab Material
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
- Sensor cleaning
- Traveling
Comments about Visible Dust UltraMXD-Vswab 1.0x - Green Series (12-Pack):
I find this brand of swab has better swab material than the other brand I've used. I was very happy with the cleaning results using this swab in conjunction with VDust cleaning solution.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Visible Dust UltraMXD-Vswab 1.0x - Green Series (12-Pack):
Clean with Smear Away and these.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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Comments about Visible Dust UltraMXD-Vswab 1.0x - Green Series (12-Pack):
Some people just aren't smart enough to clean their own camera sensor, and I think I'm in that crowd. I'd gone through an entire box of the other folks' swabs with no success. It took 7 of the 12 in the box of these green ones before I decided it was clean enough, though still not perfect. It's been a long time since I've missed Tri-X and D-76, but today is definitely one of those days.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Visible Dust UltraMXD-Vswab 1.0x - Green Series (12-Pack):
there is nothing more annoying then dust on my image sensor!! it drives me nuts, i just had to get it clean, after checking the web and looking at some videos of these in use i decided to get them.
And they work, it helps to have a bright light source and a clean working environment, but short of sending the camera in, this is the best way to clean the sensor.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
- Traveling
Comments about Visible Dust UltraMXD-Vswab 1.0x - Green Series (12-Pack):
Do the work but it's a little expensive...
Pros
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Best Uses
Comments about Visible Dust UltraMXD-Vswab 1.0x - Green Series (12-Pack):
The swabs worked fine and were just the right size for my full frame sensor. They are just so expensive for what you are getting.
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
- Traveling
Comments about Visible Dust UltraMXD-Vswab 1.0x - Green Series (12-Pack):
Paired with the correct sensor cleaning fluid these swabs get the job done. Packaged well, these swabs are sturdy and allow even pressure across the swab surface allowing full contact with the sensor.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
- Traveling
Comments about Visible Dust UltraMXD-Vswab 1.0x - Green Series (12-Pack):
These swabs are very inexpensive and really get the trick done. I had two spots right in the center of the sensor on my Canon 5D MKII and I tried to blow them away first, then I tried to use my sensor brush several times with no success and that's when I knew it was time to swab. Worked great for me with no problems and I even used them to clean my focus screen! I used the visible dust brand solution but im sure others would do the trick just as well. Oh, and be sure to brush and blow again after swabbing just in case.
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Care & Cleaning
- Price: $22.00
- GBP 13.91
What's in the Box
- 12 Swabs
- Instruction Sheet
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