Advice on cleaning lens

[mark.futurework]

Hello there, can someone give me adivce on what lens cleaner to use and the best way to clean my lens without damaging it. Ive just ordered a Hoya UV filter to protect it, just need to know how to clean it properly

Thank you

 

[Pog]

I bought a Lenspen which is pretty good, i hear Rocket blowers are handy aswell.

 

[mark.futurework]

Thank you, I checked out the Lenspen, they look pretty decent so I have ordered one

 

[brandtb]

I've used the following proceedures over the years with all types of lenses - and it always works and doesn't damage lens if followed properly.
1. Clean away dust/particles from lens with blower and anti-static wisk ( vigorously blow the wisk - as this will create static within the bristles)
2. Apply very small amount of Formula MC on a PecsPad - very very gently (and briefly) in circular motion around the lens surface
3. When this has dried, use small piece of Kinetronics Tiger Cloth and very very gently remove Formula MC residue in a circular motion...this usually needs to be done twice.
4. Use lens blower and wisk to finish.
NOTE: I've used Hoya coated filters in past - no more. Aluminum threads are horrible and the mc coating will take on "irridescent spotting" from the slightest moisture etc.. I use B+W primarily now...MUCH BETTER

 

[Enlight3ned]

What I did was buy a UV filter and placed that in front of the lens. Just a suggestion.