Black spot on pictures

I have a black spot coming up on pictures. I do not recall this spot before. I cleaned both ends of my lens, and I used the option on the camera to clean the sensor. What do I do now?

Thanks.

Sometimes the sensor needs a more thorough cleaning. I like this stick to clean the sensor... https://photographylife.com/product/sensor-gel-stick/
but there are a lot of options. I am sure you will hear more as the post is up. You could also do a search on sensor cleaning to find other options.

To me the stick sold by Photography Life is my favorite.

It is expensive. I am not a pro. I just have a used D5200.

It is pricy, but it is easy to use. I liked it over swabs.

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Do you think that the sensor is dirty, judging by the spot in the picture?

NostraHistoria said:

Do you think that the sensor is dirty, judging by the spot in the picture?

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Absolutely! It's dust on the sensor. 100% sure of that.

First, try a blower (NOT compressed air!!!!). If that doesn't remove it, a sensor brush (NOT a small paint brush!!!). Failing that, you're into a wet cleaning system. Every DSLR can get dust on the sensor, and a proper cleaning arsenal is something every DSLR owner should invest in.

There's cheap cleaning systems that will ruin your camera regardless of how much you spent on it, and there's good cleaning systems what work fantastic regardless of how much you spent on your camera. Which would you prefer?

That was what I experienced. Looked just like that

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Here is a short little article showing sensor and front and rear element dirt:
https://photographylife.com/how-to-spot-dust-on-your-dslr-sensor/

here's the one i watched a few times before i did it, its a bit un-nervy at first, but it is easy. i now use the gel stick.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b1qu7SW_A7I

Cleaning a sensor is stupid-easy. You REALLY have to work hard to screw it up. And by working hard, I mean use sandpaper or a power drill.

Yes, it's unnerving at first. But just remember..... you're not actually cleaning the sensor. You're cleaning a glass plate that covers it. So you're essentially washing a very small window. Just don't use glass cleaner and a rag.

I never had to clean a sensor before. I have had DSLRs since 2010 or so. Do you all have to do it frequently?

I am thinking which kit I should get. I saw this one from the video by Altura. It has good reviews. Would you all recommend it? https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0080JH3YE/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1WFSHX6J483SX

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I never had to clean a sensor before. I have had DSLRs since 2010 or so. Do you all have to do it frequently?

I am thinking which kit I should get. I saw this one from the video by Altura. It has good reviews. Would you all recommend it? https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0080JH3YE/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1WFSHX6J483SX

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I'm going to point out the only thing in that kit designed to clean the camera sensor is the rocket blower, which I have had mixed success with. It will remove larger debris particles but it's not the same thing, at least to my way of thinking, as *cleaning* the sensor.

To properly clean the sensor you could either use a DSLR Sensor Brush (dry method) a sensor gel stick or swabs and optic solution (wet method). I'm a big fan, personally, of the DSLR Sensor Brush. I've found it very effective when used as directed. That being said, nothing beats a properly performed wet cleaning.
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I have been using my Gel Stick for several years on several cameras. It is easy and save. I highly recommend it

It is hard to predict how often your sensor might get dirty. I haven't wet cleaned my d7200 in almost a year. Occasionally I get a spot and either the blower or sensor brush is able to clean it. Every once in while I get something that the sensor brush can't clean so I have to wet clean. Its probably been 4 months since I last used the sensor brush.


You may have had a slightly dirty sensor in the past and not noticed. Smaller particles at low f stops might not be visible. If you shoot at the clear blue sky or white ceiling at a very high f stop, you will see any dust at its worst.

I bought the rocket blower by Altura. It worked. I bought the expensive gel stick, too. I have no use for it now, but I will keep it anyway. I received it for my birthday.

Thanks for all of your help.