Dust inside a lens

[chameleon]

Hi, I got my paws on a 17-55 2.8 recently (Thanks Craigyboy) there is some noticeable dust on the inside of the front lens. As it dosent appear to affect picture quality, I'm inclined to leave it but I assume it would have to go for a professional service if I wanted it cleaned?

 

[V8burble]

You would be surprised just how much rubbish you need to get inside to see anything at all on the images. Most lenses draw in a bit of dust, some draw in a huge amount and have nicknames accordingly LOL.

If it doesn't appear on the images then leave well alone

 

[andyred]

Would agree with the above, but if it is bothering you, have a word with your local camera repair center and see how much they would charge for a clean

 

[Carl V]

Lenses always attract dust over a period of time with zooms particularly being more prone to dust than prime lenses. I personally wouldn't worry too much about it.

 

[HoppyUK]

This guy cleaned it himself. Looks eezee peezee.

http://www.pbase.com/lightrules/drp

 

[Flash In The Pan]

If this doesn't show up, then a bit of dust won't either

 

[aztec]

amazing info flash, thats it i am throwing all my cleaning stuff away first thing