Nikon 7072 Lens Pen Cleaning System, Black

Many low reviews I see of this product criticize the black smudges that come from the cleaning pad when pressing it on a finger or piece of paper. That is a cleaning compound. It will not leave a stain on your lens. Quite the opposite. Cleaned a stubborn oil smudge on my holosun optic, which is now spotless. Learn to read, people.

Lens pens such as this Nikon 7072 Lens Pen Cleaning System are quite handy and great for field use, but they can be misunderstood. Think of these as a brush for removing debris from the front of the lens or the filter with a small cleaning pad at the other end, and you'll be closer to what they are. I've had a few of these under different brand names, but they all seem to function the same way. In Use: The main thing to remember is that the lens brush portion of this device is the essential tool to remove dust and debris from your filter or front lens surface while in the field. It should be used gently, just dusting off any debris or dust that you may find on the lens. I use protective UV filters on each of my DSLR lenses, but most compact digital cameras don't have the option of using these. Most of the compact point-and-shoot cameras have protective louver blades, and the lens retracts behind these when the camera is turned off. In that case, dust or debris could be trapped behind the protective blades, so it's doubly important with these compact cameras to dust off any debris before powering off. The retractable brush slides out for use quite easily, and it's quite soft. You may be tempted to touch the brush, but it's suggested that this be avoided, as your fingers may leave oils on the brush tip, and then you may find that it leaves streaks on the lens or filter surface, which will result in it needing further cleaning. At the other end is a capped cleaning pad for removing smudges and fingerprint marks from the end of your lens. This part should be employed only after you've used the brush portion to clean dust or debris from the filter or lens surface. If you rub too hard and dust residue is still present, it can leave small or microscopic scratches on the multicoated lens surface, and that's not something you want. Just remember: brush first, then wipe, and you should be OK. Alternative Products: As noted earlier, there is a variety of similar devices available here. The AmazonBasics Lens Pen Cleaning System is a good one, and it has slightly different features. The original LensPEN Lens Cleaning System , where most these had their beginnings, is a proven product, and there's a newer version, the LensPen NLP-1 , which is more compact than its predecessors. If you look around here, you'll find other brands as well, so compare the features and the prices, as they do fluctuate. Additional Cleaning Remedies: Anyone with a digital camera knows that it's almost impossible to keep the LCD display screen clean and free of fingerprints. One can get the various clear film screen protectors, only to find within a few days or weeks they will fall off, or they'll be the type that are sticky, and leave a gummy residue all over the back of your camera. There are some made of ultra-thin optical glass "with at least 90% transmittance" but some of those also require gummy tape to be applied to the LCD screen or the rear of the camera. I don't clean the LCD screen on any of my digital cameras with any part of the lens pen. I use the Nikon 8072 Microfiber Cleaning Cloth , which is the same thing that I use on my eyeglasses, and there's one that's attached to my camera bag right now. The main reason is that all too often there will be additional fingerprints or even "nose grease" on the LCD surface, and I've found it better to not let this contaminate the lens surface. When at home, I'll usually use the larger Nikon MicroKlear Microfiber Cleaning Cloth for general maintenance. What they don't tell you is that the microfiber cleaning cloth is washable, so I've had years of use from these. Summary: These products are all relatively inexpensive, and are a low cost way of maintaining your photo gear. The Nikon 7072 Lens Pen Cleaning System and the others mentioned here are quite compact, and fit quite easily into even small camera bags. Any of these would make a great gift for a photographer or anyone using field optics, and are usually quite appreciated. They're highly recommended for keepin' it clean. 9/3/2012

I was a little leery about getting this type of cleaning tool since I thought the only way to truly clean was to use fluids. But I thought I would try it, and to my amazement it really does work great. I still use fluid cleaners every once in a while, but when in the field this pen cleaner is perfect. I no longer have to worry about running out of liquid cleaner or worry about fluid bottles drying up or spilling all over the bag. This pen stores neatly in my bag and won't get messed up by other items in the bag due to its protective covers and sturdy construction. The brush retracts perfectly into the holder and the buffer is protected by a cap. I have used this pen cleaner many times over and it still seems as new as the day I got it. The brush works great at getting rid of dust particles over the entire lens, not just the optics. The buffer makes finger prints and water spots disappear from the glass. I frequently use the Nikon 14-24mm lens, and that is a lot of glass to clean; no worries with this handy pen.

I've been using various cleaning cloths from Adorama and Etsumi. They all get quite dirty with a lot of outdoor use because I clean my lenses very regularly. I work outside in nearly all weather conditions shooting with four lenses - that's what I do 99% of the time. The Nikon Pen is pretty terrific in my view though i doubt it has a very long life on either of its working ends. Cleaning the back glass of my lenses is done under a very well lit architect's lamp that uses large magnifying glass just above four small florescent bulbs. I do my best to have a grease, dirt and dust free cloth to do that, The pen, in the short run, works even better, though I didn't use any cleaning fluid - I generally include that with the cleaning cloth efforts. I have a Nikon D7000 that needs to have the viewfinder and live-view screen cleaned as well. The pen isn't right for that,excepting the brush, though that has little value beyond light dust removal. I have no idea whether the main cleaning tip might leave light damage to the Live View screen or not. I think the screen is plastic - though frankly it shouldn't be. For those that have said they find a "ghost residue" I'm sure that's true. I'm glad they did because it caused me to use a 2"X2" cleaning tissue that one can buy in bulk for next to nothing. I wiped the business end of the round cleaning tip across the tissue, gently and evenly enough to dislodge an obvious amount of built up grease along with the residual "schmutz" from daily exposure to Manhattan's never-clean air. I couldn't believe how much "dark matter" showed up on the otherwise untouched tissue. I repeated the process on the now-clean lens and it left no dark marks on the next tissue. I.e., the pen was not shedding any of the rubber tip's compound onto the paper - only the dirt that was originally on the lens. This is very handy; being able to clean the cleaner is a nice touch. After de-greasing the cleaning tip of the Nikon Pen, it cleaned my other lenses as well as any cloth, and did so more rapidly and with less pressure. I never used any fluid either. That in itself is a pleasure. Cons - mine came only with instructions in Nipponese. Sorry, I lose it with the Greek alphabet, much less the complex Japanese symbols. However, Nikon drops the ball by having no cap on the brush end of the pen; the brush has a push pull/in out device on the side of the pen. With no top, if the pen is not firmly in place when being carried around, the brush may well come out some or all of the way. Since the opposite end's cleaning tip has a snap on cap, why not one for the brush end? No matter where you carry it (I put it in an inside pocket) with that end open the tip of the brush for now is going to accumulate its own dust and will then need some sort of "blow out" or a new pen! Bad idea. Pro beyond the review - it came with a free hand squeezed air blower. Though not as good as the my Buck Rogers look alike version its good enough to dislodge dust, if not larger particles, that the brush can't get to. Certainly a worthy alternative due to its compactness, good lens cleaner and its wonderfully cheap price.

I'm a hunter and go to the rifle range pretty frequently and this lens cleaner is perfect. In the field a rifle may stand around for a while in an atmosphere that isn't the cleanest. I keep this in my bag and can clean my scope in seconds no problem. It's way better than trying use a kleenex or rag when you're in the middle of nowhere. Definitely a thumbs up 👍

Been using this camera cleaning pen on my Sony A6000 and it works great. Cleans with no streaks or scratching compact and fits on the side on my camera bag or in my pocket with ease.

First I will review the product, then I will address some negative issues raised by other users, and finally I suggest how to use the Lens Pen as part of your lens cleaning system. Product Review ============== The product is constructed of durable plastic. The price-to-benefit ratio is very high since it is very good at what it does and I'm sure I will use it for years to come. Compactness (or specifically, length) is the only issue I have with Lens Pens, by Nikon or any other manufacturer. I don't understand is why they can't make them shorter. The thickness of the product is appropriate but it doesn't need to be 5 inches long for the 2 simple tools it includes. They could have made it at least 1 inch shorter. Carrying the lens pen becomes difficult if you don't have large bag (I have one that only fits my D3000: Caselogic SLRC-201 SLR Zoom Holster (Black) ) Issues ====== This pen should not be the only tool you use to clean your lens but should certainly be part of your kit. The most interesting aspect of the Pen is the "Carbon black" tip (see my close-up picture in the customer images) that has caused some controversy. Some people claim it leaves smudges on their hands (check out customer images) meaning certainly that "smudges are left on their lenses" right? Wrong. According to an official statement by Nikon, "Carbon black has been found to be a [not THE] most suitable material for cleaning optical surfaces". Therefore, "Adsorption of organic contaminants" by Carbon black particles functions using "the same principle as activated-charcoal water filters." (customer image, B. Cooper). What all this essentially means is that Carbon black IS safe to use on any optical surface and while it may smudge on your hand, the Lens Pen is designed to clean glass not skin! I have not seen any black smudges in pictures I have taken after cleaning my lenses with the Lenspen. In fact, the lens looks like brand new every time I clean it using Lenspen. Make this a part of your lens cleaning system ============================================= Here is how I use the Lens Pen to clean my D3000's lens: 1. Use a blower for the removal of non-sticky debris: I use the Giottos AA1900 Rocket Air Blaster Large (Black) . Do not rely on your breath because you WILL eventually spit. 2. Use Lens Pen's included brush for the removal of sticky solid debris. 3. Use Lens Pen's carbon pad for the removal of liquid stains or anything the first two methods did not. 4. If, after using the Lens Pen's carbon tip, there are still liquid stains on the lens (river or sea mist, someone sneezed on your lens, etc.) use toilet paper with high-percentage rubbing alcohol (don't use water or any other type of alcohol [eg, ethanol]). (Restart at step 1 to remove any lint left by the toilet paper.) Use these steps and your lens will deteriorate slowly. Never ever: use your shirt to clean your lens or a lens cleaning cloth unless it has been kept very clean (they acquire microparticles very quickly, use the brush!).

A great little lens pen! Always have one in my camera bag!

Cet accessoire ne paye pas de mine (désolé pour le jeu de mot) mais il est exceptionnel. Madame a nettoyé tous les objectif facilement sans aucun problème, et le résultat est parfait. Pour nous qui avions peur pour nos objectif et qui n'avions jamais acheté de filtre ou de verre protecteur, ce stylo a redonné un coup de jeunesse à nos 3 objectifs ! Simple, efficace, pratique, peu encombrant, pas cher, que dire de plus.

やっぱりNikon純正の安心感は値段に代え難い価値！

Der Nikon Lens Pen Reinigungsstift ist meiner Meinung nach ganz praktisch habe ihn jedoch auch noch nicht oft in gebrauch gehabt. Was ich jedoch sagen kann ist, dass er für den Preis die Linse eigentlich ganz gut reinigt. Weiss allerdings auch nicht ob es nicht noch bessere Produkte giebt da ich nur ein einfacher Hobby Fotograf bin.

Entrega puntual. Satisfecha con la compra. Buena calidad, buena marca y un precio inmejorable. Lo uso muy a menudo y me parece muy buena compra.

The images here only show a dust brush but at the there end of the pen is a brilliant swab cleaner which secrets cleaning fluid. I am new to photography and this is the first maintenance product I have bought, follow the instructions on the back of the packet and your lens surface will come up looking as good as new without a trace of streaks. Cannot recommend this enough, it's tiny and as far as I can tell completely eliminates the need for an ensemble of microfiber cloth, brushes, air blowers and cleaning fluid, which would be cumbersome to use outdoors and take up a lot of space in my camera bag.