Yes, I do have high quality, multi-coated UV filters to fit most of my lenses. Mostly B+W MRC and Hoya HMC or HD/HD2. Those filters are stored separately in my camera bag... I install and use them occasionally... Such as when shooting at the beach where there is blowing sand and/or salt air. The latter is particularly hard to clean off lenses. So it just seems practical to be a little cautious. I also might use if I were shooting photos at a paintball contest... I do use them at times when I'm right next to a dirt race track or similar.

I did not consider air borne particulate. It would be prudent for me to purchase the filter for those occasional situations and then leave the filter off under good conditions. Even though this subject has been hashed over on the hog before and I have researched the subject it is discussions like this that help people see details they have missed. Thank you to all who have helped me with this.

So I guess I was misinformed on what type of filter was needed for protection. It was a good thing I decided not to buy the filter recommended by the sales person at the camera store last weekend.

Thanks I am just trying to balance the plus and minus in my mind since this lens purchase was considerable for me and I am not experienced in this hobby. If I was still young and dumb I would throw all caution to the wind, but I am older and wiser so I like to limit the chances that I do something stupid. I have jumped into this hobby with both feet since starting in April so I just need a reality check every now and then. I know most of the folks on the UHH are good hearted and helpful. I have dealt with some of them and they are honest and straight forward.

Thanks that is quite an article. It should keep me busy for a while.

Thanks I will get to reading.

I have read many opinions about the pros and cons of adding a UV filter to a lens for protection. I have seen them priced from $10.00 to almost $300.00. I just purchased a Sigma 150-500mm lens and am unsure if I need to buy one (86mm) and how much to spend if I do. All opinions welcome. Thank you.

Carter's Camera Cottage and B&H are the two I trust.

Just received mine yesterday. I am going outside right now to try it out.

Thanks MT picked up the package today. Very happy with the lens and Gimbal.

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Kia the cat says best box ever send more.

I have had very bad luck being an early adopter so I do not jump when something new hits the market. I like being about 1 to 2 years behind the curve. I almost jumped on the Tamron 150-600 band wagon but had second thoughts at last moment and am glad I did. A person I work with has the Sigma 150-500 and I got a chance to try it out on my D7100 and that is what pushed me not to wait Photokina to see what changes. Getting to use one before buying is the easy way when you venture into new territory.

I pickup my 150-500 that I ordered from MT tomorrow at the FedEx store. I am still glad I bought now and did not wait.

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I purchased a Nest Tripod from him and I am quite happy with it. I plan on purchasing the Nest Gimbal also when I pick up a long lens this fall. The Nest product line seems to be well crafted.

I am currently using Aperture and since I may to may not like Apples new software, I have started looking for a replacement. First off I have no interest in any of the Adobe programs. They are high quality programs, I just do not feel comfortable with them. I am test driving the OnOne suite right now. Does anyone have experience with DxO Optics pro or Capture One Pro software. Your input would be appreciated.
Thank you,
Neal Bardens

Thanks MT. I think I will purchase something else for my D7100. Maybe in a year or two they will have the kinks worked out. I can do with out the frustration while I am still learning about the hobby.