[libh8er]

I was surprised that a modern Nikon would have a dust problem because the sensor vibration is supposed to take care of that. But if it’s oil, that’s different, not to mention nasty. Some of Nikon’s AIS lenses from the 80s had the problem of oil from the aperture blades leaking out and depositing onto the glass. But this is the first time I am hearing of oil on the sensor.

Has this problem been reported on the DPreview forums ? If it’s really widespread then Ken Rockwell will address it at some point too.

[SWAMPSNIPER]

The various sensor vibrating systems are all limited. Sticky pollen, oily dandruff and similar crud can hang on tight.

There are some upset people at DPR, that's a lot of money to spend for less than perfection.