8 Best Camera Sensor Cleaning Kits: Review & Buyer’s Guide

Camera sensor cleaning kit helps to get images without dark spots.

If you notice blemishes on the picture with a clear background, then the pollution has got on the camera sensor. To clean it, you will need a special camera sensor cleaner. This is a do-it-all set that may include an air blower, brushes, swabs, and a cleaning fluid. This article describes both kits for cleaning the sensor only, and combined kits for cleaning the sensor and lens.

The average price of sensor cleaning kits is $16.99. As a rule, most people need a blower, a brush, and a special magnifying glass with LED light, which helps to see everything in detail, to make the cleaning process even more efficient and convenient. However, this applies to dusty contaminants. As for stubborn stains, here you should take a closer look at the kits that come with the cleaner.

Before cleaning the sensor yourself, I recommend either getting help from the camera brand you are using or a more experienced photographer. They will show you how to properly clean the sensor, as improper cleaning can lead to scratches and other permanent damage.

Includes: 6 dry sensor swabs, 2oz. liquid lens cleaner, hard-shell carrying case, lens cleaning pen, lens brush, air camera blower, 50 sheet tissue lens paper, MagicFiber cleaning cloth.

This kit comes with the cleaning fluid that has been specially formulated with no ammonia and alcohol included to effectively clean your camera’s optics. You can be sure that the sensors will be completely free of contaminants. The kit is a pleasure to work with because it does not contain unpleasant and harsh odors, and its ergonomic bottle is leak-free due to the tight thread, which makes it easy to transport.

What’s more, this camera lens cleaning kit comes with non-static disposable silicone-free and abrasive-free cleaning brushes. You can no longer worry about damage to your camera due to cleaning because a soft microfiber cloth will take care of no scratches and streaks. Thanks to a handy case, you can carry all the necessary tools with you under reliable protection.

Includes: 14pcs 16mm sensor cleaning swabs for APS-C sensors and 15ml sensor cleaner.

This kit does a great job of removing dust and other contaminants from your camera’s sensor without leaving any marks or streaks. The included camera sensor cleaner is alcohol and ammonia free, which gently removes all dirt. It is a super-efficient water-based ultrapure solution with a resistivity of 18.2 MΩ×cm.

The kit includes cleaning swabs that are flexible and coated with ultra-fine microfiber to ensure no damage to delicate sensor surfaces. The set is vacuum-packed for easy storage and portability.

Includes: air blower, double sided lens cleaning pen, brush, empty reusable spray bottle, sheet pack of lens tissues (50), microfiber cleaning cloths (5).

Keeping your camera clean is effortless with this professional-grade cleaning kit. It offers everything you need to remove any type of contaminants on your sensor or lens. Dust and smudges are removed with a powerful air blower, while grease and fingerprints are quickly removed by the reversible cleaning pen.

What’s more, all components take up very little space, which makes them convenient to carry with you always. A nice bonus is that the manufacturer provides a one-year warranty on his product.

Includes: rocket air blower, tin-oxide camera sensor cleaner liquid, APS-C sensor cleaning swab (10), lens pen, plush cleaning brush, 9 x 9" microfiber cleaning cloth (2), 6 x 6" microfiber cleaning cloth (2).

This premium DSLR sensor cleaning kit is designed for the gentle care of your camera gear. Manufacturers only use the very best ingredients to make their cleansers so they don’t harm your camera and its sensors. Cleaning swabs will ensure that there are no marks and streaks after cleaning, and the Rocket air blower will easily remove all particles of dust and dirt from the sensor surfaces.

What I especially like is the ability to thoroughly clean dust inside lens thanks to the cleaning carbon pens and soft microfiber cloth. These pens are also incredibly handy for cleaning small crevices in equipment. Also, try the ultra-soft brush for a traceless and effective cleaning of dust and smudges.

Includes: tweezers, air blowing, storage box, portable box, cotton swabs (6), lens paper (50), beauty brush, cleaning solution, two-in-one lens pen, clean clothes (2x15cm*18cm), dry and wet cleaning wipes (5), APS-C 16mm cleaning swabs (5), instructions, gloves (2).

The kit contains the sensor cleaning swabs, designed for easy absorbing and removing the smallest contaminants. It also includes a soft microfiber cloth, which you can use to properly clean your device without worrying about possible damage to the optics and sensors.

Also, the product is equipped with a case for small parts, which will come in handy during the cleaning process, since you can put all kinds of screws and bolts into it so as not to lose them.

Includes: 16mm APS-C sensor cleaning swabs (2), 24mm full frame sensor cleaning swabs (8), vacuum cleaning cloths (8x15*15cm), orange cleaning cloth (2x25*25cm), double-head cleaning pen, single-head cleaning brush, air blower, gloves (2) and bag.

This kit is suitable for professional photographers, as it can always be carried with you. It includes camera sensor cleaning swabs made of microfiber, each individually vacuum-packed.

The rubber blower blows air powerfully so you can clean your sensors of dust particles with little effort. Thanks to the unidirectional flow, you can be sure that dust and dirt particles do not get into especially sensitive areas on the camera.

Includes: air blowing, two-in-one cleaning pen, brush, beauty brush, cleaning cloth (5), lens paper (20), cleaning rod (4), detergent (1), dry and wet bag (5), tweezers, storage box, cotton swab (5), instruction manual.

This wonderful cleaning kit is suitable not only for DSLR cameras, but also for your PCs, laptops, smartphones, and other devices. It comes with an air blower that is more than enough power to blow loose dirt off the sensors.

Thanks to the non-toxic cleaner and cotton swab, there will be no scratches, streaks, or marks left on the sensor after cleaning. All tools can be stored in the handy case that comes with the kit.

Includes: camera cleaning pen brush, air blaster blower, blower brush dust cleaner.

This camera sensor cleaning kit will easily take care of cleaning your SLR and digital cameras, guitars, and other musical instruments, as well as your PC, smartphones, and other equipment. Its powerful blower will do a great job with the first step of cleaning, blowing off all the dust and hairs that contaminate the sensors. 

I recommend keeping the camera mount down while doing this, so that all the dirt falls out of it, and does not fall into its slots and holes. However, for a complete cleaning, you should also use a wet-type sensor cleaner, which, unfortunately, is not provided in this kit.

The best camera sensor cleaning kit should include more than just wipes and a blower. It should come with small swabs that do a great job of removing dirt on the sensors. You can find kits that include both lens and sensor cleaning products, but not all of them are. Therefore, if you are also interested in cleaning the sensor, then be sure to check if it contains the appropriate swabs.

I recommend turning to the blower for the first stage of cleaning. Direct a small amount of air at the sensor and make sure that dust and other loose contaminants have disappeared, including from sensor components located behind. It is necessary to clean the inside of the equipment in a closed and dust-free area to avoid dust getting inside.

When choosing a kit, look at what sensor size the cleaning swabs are for. If you choose correctly, you can be sure that all the dust on the sensor and even in small crevices will be cleaned. The sensor on your camera is a highly sensitive part that requires the same delicate care. That is why camera sensor cleaning swabs must be both soft and flexible at the same time for effective and damage-free cleansing.

A soft microfiber cleaning cloth is a great option for cleaning dust and stubborn dirt. It will perfectly cope with them both on the camera body, sensor, lens, screen, and other parts of a camera. What’s more, it will not only remove dirt but will not leave any marks.

If you do not want stains or other marks to appear on your gear, then I advise you to strictly adhere to this recommendation. For proper cleaning, you only need a couple of drops. To remove the detergent, wipe the surface with a cleaning cloth.

You might find this bag a bit overkill, but it’s a very useful item if you travel a lot or shoot outdoors, and it also helps to keep your tools neat. As a rule, most kits come with such a handy bag. My recommendation for travel is the K&F Concept 23-in-1 Professional and ParaPace Professional.

If you want to clean your device as thoroughly as possible, then you should take a closer look at the magnifying glass and flashlight kits. In some cases, cleaning is available with a magnifying glass resting on the lens mount. If the kit does not include a flashlight, then try a headlamp – two-handed cleaning will be even more effective.