Cleaning the image sensor

If dust or debris enters the camera and lands on the image sensor, it may appear on the photo image, depending on the shooting environment. If there is dust on the image sensor, use a commercially available blower and clean the image sensor following the steps below. You can easily clean the image sensor using only the blower and the anti-dust function.

Notes

•Cleaning can be performed only when the battery level is (three remaining battery icons) or more. Low battery power during cleaning can cause damage to the

shutter. The cleaning should be completed quickly. The use of an AC Adaptor/ Charger (not supplied) is recommended.

•Do not use a spray blower because it may scatter vapor inside the camera body.

1Confirm that the battery is fully charged (page 19).

2 Press the MENU button, then select 3 with b/B on the multi-selector.

MENU button

3 Select [Cleaning mode] with v/V on the multi-selector, then press the center of the multi-selector.

The message “After cleaning, turn camera off. Continue?” appears.

4 Select [OK] with v on the multi-selector, and press the center of the multi-selector.

After the image sensor vibrates for a short time, the mirror in front is lifted.

5 Detach the lens (page 21).

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