Camera Maintenance

A good camera can be an expensive investment, and even a cheap camera can be inconvenient to replace. Fortunately, there are a lot of things a photographer - even the most casual hobby picture-taker - can do to keep their equipment in good order. Start by protecting your digital camera, and follow up with regular cleaning and maintenance.

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That will prevent many problems from arising in the first place. Then, if something goes wrong, check out the tips and fixes to see if your problem is addressed. Protection Camera maintenance begins with protection. While there are ways to protect your digital camera during everyday use, you may also encounter some special circumstances, like especially cold or hot weather, that require extra measures.

Be aware of the things that might damage your camera and you'll be well-armed to protect your equipment. For information on how to deal with issues that arise when your best efforts to protect your camera have failed, refer to the section below, called 'Quick Digital Camera Fixes.' Sensors and LCD Screens The quality of digital camera images depends to a large degree on the camera's sensor, but a digital camera sensor is an extremely delicate component. If you're careful with it, and avoid the dreaded dust-on-the-sensor, you'll have much better results. The LCD screen, on the other hand, has little to do with the quality of your results, but it makes it much easier to see what you're shooting.

Luckily, it's not as delicate as the sensor, and is relatively easy to maintain. Brand-Specific Camera Repair Tips Each camera brand has its own quirks, so before you despair that your attempts to correct whatever problem you're having aren't working, check the tips for your digital camera brand. Always remember to check the manufacturer's website for your camera brand, as they often have extensive troubleshooting and help files, and may even have a user's forum where you can ask questions. And read your camera's manual, too - often they're really basic, but you may find the answer to a common issue.