Circular Polarizer Help
Mar 10, 2014 17:04:27 #
I plan to purchase this filter for my Sigma 150--500 lens (86mm). Tiffen has one for $69.00 and Hoya has one for $159.00. Of course I would like to purchase the Tiffen because of the lower cost or should I go for the Hoya.
Mar 10, 2014 17:13:13 #
Tex those are both very nice filters....but on that nice big sig...maybe look into the B&W.
Mar 10, 2014 17:15:09 #
amehta
Loc: Boston
VHD-Tex wrote:
I plan to purchase this filter for my Sigma 150--500 lens (86mm). Tiffen has one for $69.00 and Hoya has one for $159.00. Of course I would like to purchase the Tiffen because of the lower cost or should I go for the Hoya.
I think the better quality filter helps the image quality. In this case, I do not think you are paying extra for either brand name, so the price difference does give some indication of quality. For this size filter, I would expect a good CPL to cost about $150, so I do not think you are paying double for a very small difference in quality.
Mar 10, 2014 17:17:27 #
VHD-Tex wrote:
I plan to purchase this filter for my Sigma 150--500 lens (86mm). Tiffen has one for $69.00 and Hoya has one for $159.00. Of course I would like to purchase the Tiffen because of the lower cost or should I go for the Hoya.
I use Hoya and have no complaints but I suggest you visit sites like B&H and Adorama and read the user reviews of the filters. I find that first-hand reviews from the people who have actually bought a particular product are very helpful. That's not to say that there aren't plenty of users here on the Hog, but it never hurts to use multiple sources before you spend your money.
Mar 10, 2014 17:34:26 #
VHD-Tex wrote:
I plan to purchase this filter for my Sigma 150--500 lens (86mm). Tiffen has one for $69.00 and Hoya has one for $159.00. Of course I would like to purchase the Tiffen because of the lower cost or should I go for the Hoya.
This is a comprehensive review. After reading it, I got the Marumi. Prices are in Polish currency.
Polarizing Filters
http://www.lenstip.com/115.1-article-Polarizing_filters_test_Introduction.html
Mar 10, 2014 17:43:56 #
VHD-Tex wrote:
I plan to purchase this filter for my Sigma 150--500 lens (86mm). Tiffen has one for $69.00 and Hoya has one for $159.00. Of course I would like to purchase the Tiffen because of the lower cost or should I go for the Hoya.
Tiffen makes nice filters, but they also make some crappy ,models. Just make sure the Tiffen you are looking at is Multi-Coated before buying it.
Mar 11, 2014 01:49:44 #
Mar 11, 2014 06:18:14 #
You might find that the less costly Tiffen will satisfy your needs. The better filters (more costly) will usually have multicoating to reduce flare, and better quality mounting - the most expensive, B&W, uses Schott glass (Zeiss), and brass mounting, and Heliopan uses similar quality materials and construction. I am wondering in what situations you would need a polarizer on a tele lens.
Mar 11, 2014 06:39:57 #
sueyeisert
Loc: New Jersey
Here they say you get what you pay for. My first choice is B+W then Hoya.
VHD-Tex wrote:
I plan to purchase this filter for my Sigma 150--500 lens (86mm). Tiffen has one for $69.00 and Hoya has one for $159.00. Of course I would like to purchase the Tiffen because of the lower cost or should I go for the Hoya.
Mar 11, 2014 07:09:05 #
VHD-Tex wrote:
I plan to purchase this filter for my Sigma 150--500 lens (86mm). Tiffen has one for $69.00 and Hoya has one for $159.00. Of course I would like to purchase the Tiffen because of the lower cost or should I go for the Hoya.
Personally, I prefer B+W filters.
--Bob
Mar 11, 2014 07:59:42 #
Gene51 wrote:
The better filters (more costly) will usually have multicoating to reduce flare, and better quality mounting - the most expensive, B&W, uses Schott glass (Zeiss), and brass mounting, and Heliopan uses similar quality materials and construction.
My perspective is this is typically a one time purchase. Buy the best you can afford. For myself, I own Heliopan and B&W.
Mar 11, 2014 08:02:14 #
Mar 11, 2014 12:04:58 #
VHD-Tex wrote:
I plan to purchase this filter for my Sigma 150--500 lens (86mm). Tiffen has one for $69.00 and Hoya has one for $159.00. Of course I would like to purchase the Tiffen because of the lower cost or should I go for the Hoya.
I like the murami thin.
Mar 11, 2014 12:05:48 #
sueyeisert wrote:
Here they say you get what you pay for. My first choice is B+W then Hoya.
Tests on CPs say otherwise.
Mar 11, 2014 12:18:28 #
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