Lens filters
Mar 28, 2014 18:46:27 #
Can any Nikon user recommend a good filter for shooting outdoor beach images with a lot of sun, and sunsets? I've had some decent success with sunsets but I want to improve.
Mar 28, 2014 18:57:55 #
Mar 28, 2014 19:20:54 #
Rongnongno wrote:
Polarizing filter and gradient neutral filters.
Ditto! :-)
Mar 28, 2014 19:24:39 #
Ok got that, but what I was getting at is can anyone recommend a specific brand filter over another? Or they more or less all the same?
Mar 28, 2014 19:28:59 #
RichardJohn wrote:
Ok got that, but what I was getting at is can anyone recommend a specific brand filter over another? Or they more or less all the same?
They vary a lot in price and somewhat in performance. If you search this site you might find some links to some of the tests.
Price does not necessarily equate to quality.
I like the Murami. This is the one I use:
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_0_6?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=murami%20filters&sprefix=murami%2Caps%2C167
Here's an example with it.
Mar 28, 2014 19:32:37 #
Great, that's what I was inquiring about. And Marumi filters are compatible with most lens? I own Nikon, Sigma and Tamron lenses.
Mar 28, 2014 19:45:40 #
amehta
Loc: Boston
RichardJohn wrote:
Can any Nikon user recommend a good filter for shooting outdoor beach images with a lot of sun, and sunsets? I've had some decent success with sunsets but I want to improve.
I habitually use B+W, but good Tiffen or Hoya circular polarizers should also serve the purpose. I wouldn't get the cheapest one from them, though, since they are aiming at the mass market with those. A multi-coated one would be good.
Mar 28, 2014 19:45:47 #
RichardJohn wrote:
Filters made of optical glass are the best by far (screw in). Brands is not necessarily synonym with quality/good price.Ok got that, but what I was getting at is can anyone recommend a specific brand filter over another? Or they more or less all the same?
Filters made of resin are good but almost always create a color cast. The wide collection and holder is a must (150mm).
Mar 28, 2014 20:03:39 #
lighthouse
Loc: No Fixed Abode
RichardJohn wrote:
Can any Nikon user recommend a good filter for shooting outdoor beach images with a lot of sun, and sunsets? I've had some decent success with sunsets but I want to improve.
You can either take the winding path and pay several times or you can go straight there and pay once.
Sunsets.
Lee filter kit with a set of soft and hard graduated neutral density filters in 6x4" size.
Soft for wideangle, hard for longer focal lengths.
http://www.leefilters.com/index.php/camera/ndgrads
Beach with lots of sun.
A good quality multicoated polariser will intensify the water colour but shooting angle can be more important.
You can get a polariser for the Lee kit but I am not sure I would go that way.
Go with a good brand, multicoated, but not bottom of their range and you should do well.
Hoya, B+W, Singh-Ray
Mar 28, 2014 20:06:01 #
RichardJohn wrote:
Great, that's what I was inquiring about. And Marumi filters are compatible with most lens? I own Nikon, Sigma and Tamron lenses.
Yes. You need to get one for the objective lens diameter you have. With Nikon it is on the lens with a phi. Fortunately for me the 77mm fits several of my lenses.
I believe there are a couple of models. The one I provided the link to is, I think, the thin one I have. The thicker one is a little cheaper. You need the thin one if you are using it on a wide angle lens or you might see it at the widest zoom settings.
I don't use one on my Sigma 150-500. Can't afford the light loss and usually don't need one.
I recommend against trying to use a larger on multiple lenses with a step-down. The step-downs tend to get stuck and are a real pain to get apart. Plus the vignetting problem.
Mar 28, 2014 21:24:18 #
Thanks. I dont have a ton of lenses. I have a Sigma 150-500 for primarily shooting surfing, a Nikon 55-200, Nikon 18-55 and a Tamron 10-24 wide.
Mar 28, 2014 21:29:23 #
Michael66
Loc: Queens, New York
RichardJohn wrote:
Can any Nikon user recommend a good filter for shooting outdoor beach images with a lot of sun, and sunsets? I've had some decent success with sunsets but I want to improve.
I use Tiffen, Hoya and ProMaster. To begin with, I would go with the Tiffen. They are cheaper. And they are made in the USA. Hoya has a huge selection in different lines and can get quite confusing; $50 to $150 for the same polarizer with different coatings, strength and thickness. YMMV
Mar 28, 2014 22:08:03 #
Mar 29, 2014 07:20:48 #
RichardJohn wrote:
Can any Nikon user recommend a good filter for shooting outdoor beach images with a lot of sun, and sunsets? I've had some decent success with sunsets but I want to improve.
Here's a review of polarizers. I got the Marumi, based on this review. A tip: get a filter for your largest lens, and use step-up rings to use it on your smaller lenses. Also, consider getting a Xume magnetic adaptor to hold the filter to the lens.
http://www.lenstip.com/115.4-article-Polarizing_filters_test_Results_and_summary.html
I guess I might as well throw these links in, too.
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Filters
http://www.cambridgeincolour.com/tutorials/camera-lens-filters.htm
http://www.all-things-photography.com/photographic-filters.html
http://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-beginners-corner-q/150412-good-neutral-density-filter-comparison.html
http://www.lenstip.com/115.4-article-Polarizing_filters_test_Results_and_summary.html
http://potd.chrisempey.com/tips/archives/2006/11/essential_filte.php
http://www.lenstip.com/113.1-article-UV_filters_test.html
http://www.dpreview.com/articles/8049091537/the-uv-filter
UV Filters
http://www.dpreview.com/articles/8049091537/the-uv-filter
UV Filters
http://www.lenstip.com/113.1-article-UV_filters_test_Introduction.html
Polarizing Filters
http://www.lenstip.com/115.1-article-Polarizing_filters_test_Introduction.html
Filter Removal
Other ideas: rubber jar cap remover, filter wrench, the heel of a man's shoe, an electrical cord. You get the idea - you need a good gripper.
ND Filter Info
http://blog.robertstrachan.com/archives/844/lee-big-stopper-hitech-10-stop-nd-filter-review/
http://www.digitalcameraworld.com/2012/07/05/how-and-when-to-use-nd-filters-and-what-the-numbers-mean/
http://www.redbubble.com/people/peterh111/journal/4421304-the-ultimate-guide-to-neutral-density-filters
How to Use ND Filters
http://www.redbubble.com/people/peterh111/journal/4421304-the-ultimate-easy-guide-to-neutral-density-filters?SSAID=314743
http://digital-photography-school.com/how-to-use-a-10-stop-nd-filter-to-take-long-exposure-sunset-images
http://www.cambridgeincolour.com/tutorials/neutral-density-filters.htm
http://www.lightstalking.com/strong-nd-filters
Variable ND Filters
When you have an X in your image
http://photo.net/filters-bags-tripods-accessories-forum/00aItm
http://www.dpreview.com/forums/post/39519665
http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=1221876
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nECdBiu5Rrw
Mar 29, 2014 08:16:55 #
jerryc41 wrote:
Here's a review of polarizers. I got the Marumi, based on this review. A tip: get a filter for your largest lens, and use step-up rings to use it on your smaller lenses....
I appreciate most of what Jerry has to offer. But not the step-up rings. I tried them and twice had them lock together and onto my lens. I don't recommend them.
I do like the magnetic thing and I'm glad he reminded us of that. Last time I looked the were out of them. I hope they aren't a problem at wide angle.
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