Filters for Nikon D5100
Feb 13, 2012 08:14:44 #
I just recently purchased the Nikon D5100 along with the normal 18-55 kit lens, a 55-300mm zoom, and the relatively new 40mm macro lens. I also purchased a UV filter for each lens as well as a Circular Polarizer for each. Is there any other filter you might suggest for just general, everyday shooting? Also, what is the difference between a filter that costs $30 and one that costs $80-100 (and if you say about $50-70, I'll kill ya! :P )?
Feb 13, 2012 08:44:36 #
Cheap filters are often un-coated, they are no better that window glass. You need to but only multi-coated filters, the higher the price, the better quality optics, in general. Don't but off brands or store brand filters. And don't use UV unless you need them specifically.
Feb 13, 2012 10:16:36 #
Thanks for the advice, MT. I had heard from somewhere that UV filters really aren't necessary and you just confirmed that they really aren't....except for an apparent limited number of shooting situations.
Feb 13, 2012 18:29:19 #
BuckeyeBilly wrote:
Thanks for the advice, MT. I had heard from somewhere that UV filters really aren't necessary and you just confirmed that they really aren't....except for an apparent limited number of shooting situations.
I almost always have filters on my lenses in the field, for protection of the lens, but I haven't used UV's for this for over 10 years. I but the Nikon NC series filters for protection, they are optically clear, multicoated, and allow at least 98% light pass-through with NO ill effects whatsoever. Other companies make these also but you need to watch the glass quality.
Feb 13, 2012 19:16:17 #
Neutral density filters are good to have. think of them as sunglasses for the camera. I have two solid filters, as well as a graduated filter.
Feb 13, 2012 21:45:11 #
Feb 14, 2012 07:53:48 #
Mt i like your Avatar. Did not recognize you with out the hat and ice in your beard. :-D
Feb 14, 2012 09:16:59 #
normanhall wrote:
Mt i like your Avatar. Did not recognize you with out the hat and ice in your beard. :-D
I am hoping for Spring, thought the ice might be dsragging the winter out! Besides, a couple of the gals on here said it was giving them chills. LOL
Feb 14, 2012 09:29:33 #
MT Shooter wrote:
I am hoping for Spring, thought the ice might be dsragging the winter out! Besides, a couple of the gals on here said it was giving them chills. LOL
normanhall wrote:
Mt i like your Avatar. Did not recognize you with out the hat and ice in your beard. :-D
I am hoping for Spring, thought the ice might be dsragging the winter out! Besides, a couple of the gals on here said it was giving them chills. LOL
Did you see your shadow ??? hehe
Feb 14, 2012 09:30:43 #
BOB wrote:
Did you see your shadow ??? hehe
MT Shooter wrote:
I am hoping for Spring, thought the ice might be dsragging the winter out! Besides, a couple of the gals on here said it was giving them chills. LOL
normanhall wrote:
Mt i like your Avatar. Did not recognize you with out the hat and ice in your beard. :-D
I am hoping for Spring, thought the ice might be dsragging the winter out! Besides, a couple of the gals on here said it was giving them chills. LOL
Did you see your shadow ??? hehe
If I did then I must be in the right position to take the shot, right?
Feb 14, 2012 17:04:41 #
Jerry Green
Loc: Huntsville, AL
A dedicated UV or clear lens for each lens is a good idea for protection. For the more expensive CP, ND or GND filters you can get one that fits your largest filter size lens and a step down ring to use on the others.
Feb 14, 2012 17:33:19 #
The only filters I ever routinely use are a polarizer and a graduated neutral density. Come October, i do play with an enhancing filter to crank up the foliage colors, but this can also easily be done in post processing.
Mar 8, 2012 22:47:46 #
PHFoto
Loc: Idaho
Thanks for info on past post. Exactly the info I was looking for.. going online to order.
MT Shooter wrote:
quote=BuckeyeBilly Thanks for the advice, MT. I h... (show quote)
Mar 8, 2012 22:50:22 #
PHFoto wrote:
Thanks for info on past post. Exactly the info I w... (show quote)
I wish I could remember the info, but am glad it worked for you!
Mar 9, 2012 00:51:25 #
PHFoto
Loc: Idaho
I was looking for info on multicoated vs. non multicoated.. I was leaning towards multicoated. Thanks
MT Shooter wrote:
quote=PHFoto Thanks for info on past post. Exactl... (show quote)
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