Lens filters
Oct 4, 2018 08:50:13 #
I live out here in West Texas. We have two tings out here..... wind and dust. The UV or skylight protect from having the sand pit my lens. These conversation have been going on forever on this forum. Opinions are just that. Use filter if you want them. Don't use filters if you don't
Oct 4, 2018 08:53:55 #
I have never in over 50 years used a filter for "protection."
Your lens cap and lens hood are your best friends.
Your lens cap and lens hood are your best friends.
Oct 4, 2018 09:20:22 #
Steve DeMott
Loc: St. Louis, Missouri (Oakville area)
I use Hoya pro1 protectors. They are clear multicoated glass. 52-62mm filters from amazon are less then $30.00 each
Oct 4, 2018 09:36:39 #
I have used UV filters on all my lenses. I have heard all the pro's and con's. I had a large scratch show up on one lens with a UV filter. Not sure how it happened, but it did. I was sure glad it was just the filter that took the hit and not the lens itself. It saved the day. I agree, lens caps help, but you still have to take the lens cap off to shoot. So now all that protection is gone. Do I want to keep taking the lens cap on and off everytime I want to take a shot while out shooting? Don't think so. The lens hood is a great form of protection - I fully agree. As I recall I did have the lens hood on that particular lens and the filter still got scratched. Go figure. Just glad I had the UV filter on.
Oct 4, 2018 09:52:29 #
I rely on hoods and caps mostly. I use filters for weather protection or special lighting situations.
Oct 4, 2018 09:57:13 #
Architect1776 wrote:
Does Not work.
Read my earlier post here.
Read my earlier post here.
Does work. Your earlier post almost doesn't make sense and since you didn't describe the situation, was probably unique. Crap happens. How often...
Oct 4, 2018 10:20:35 #
CaptainPhoto wrote:
I have used UV filters on all my lenses. I have h... (show quote)
Your filter got scratched while it was capped and you have not a clue how it happened. You must shoot in some pretty scurvy situations and locations.
When I go out on a photo safari, I remove the cap before I take my first shot and replace the cap after my last shot. Always have hood in place. Don't find this to be the slightest problem.
I know how much I paid for my lenses so I treat them with a certain amount of respect. To me being conscientious of ones gear is a powerful form of protection.
Oct 4, 2018 11:13:02 #
I use a protection filter on my lenses...it is designed for protection of the lens front element on digital cameras...it also has a repel coating to help keep it clean, etc...
Oct 4, 2018 11:19:16 #
I've never used a protective filter in nearly 50 years, never damaged a front element and rarely need to clean it. I always use a lens hood which provides excellent protection from extraneous light and for the front element.
Oct 4, 2018 11:21:45 #
Since the front of your lens will suffer with various things blown, thrown, splashed, etc. This part will be cleaned over and over. I would rather replace the filter because of scratches or just general wear from cleaning off the front glass.
Oct 4, 2018 11:37:00 #
drmax wrote:
Hope I am not being repetitive but I’m new to hedgehog but not to photography. I usually put a skylight or UV filter on all lenses to protect the hundreds or thousands $ of glass. Have read from pros both opinions yes or no. Would appreciate your input yea or nay and reason for your choice. Max
Mostly a UV filter avoids the possibility of damage to the front element when cleaning, I have one lens I bought used which has a soft spot right in the centre of the frame, it wasn't a lot of money for that lens and i have replaced it with another example. It's a real shame that lens was ruined.
If the previous owner had used a filter. Maybe not a UV filter but a CP filter would be a good option.
Oct 4, 2018 11:46:15 #
photoman022
Loc: Manchester CT USA
People come down on both sides of this issue. I use filters in order to protect my lenses; I have experimented taking the same shot with and without the UV filter, unlike some people, I did not notice a difference in photo quality -- but then it may just be my eyes.
Oct 4, 2018 12:28:49 #
rook2c4 wrote:
Keep in mind, if your UV filter is protecting any ... (show quote)
Its rather difficult to take pictures with the lens cap on!!
Oct 4, 2018 12:40:52 #
Another "protection" point to consider is with the some of Canon L series a filter is an integral part of and completes the weatherproofing seal.
Oct 4, 2018 13:02:05 #
I always use a clear or UV filter on all my lenses (some have a protruding front element and can't take a screw-in filter).
I also have a hood on the lens at all times and a cap when not shooting. Some people will tell you it's an overkill but for me it's peace of mind.
I also have a hood on the lens at all times and a cap when not shooting. Some people will tell you it's an overkill but for me it's peace of mind.
drmax wrote:
Hope I am not being repetitive but I’m new to hedgehog but not to photography. I usually put a skylight or UV filter on all lenses to protect the hundreds or thousands $ of glass. Have read from pros both opinions yes or no. Would appreciate your input yea or nay and reason for your choice. Max
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