In response to drmax's 10/03/18 question about using filers for protection I responded the following on10/4/18:
"clickety wrote: 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."

To which rmorrison1116 sarcastically replied:
Quote"Huh? Where did you hear that, from the guy who sells protective filters? I have over a dozen Canon L series lenses and not a single protective filter amongst them and I've never had any problems or need for a protective filter."End Quote.

I knew I had read what I said on more than one occasion. Today in reading a lens review on TheDigitalPicture.com site I found another reference.

In reviewing the EF 50mm F1.2L USM, Brian Carnathan writes:
Quote"The Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM Lens adds a feature lacking on the 85 L II but common on Canon's newer L series lenses - weather sealing. I should say weather-sealing-capable because a filter is required to complete the factory weather sealing. The front lens elements that extend/retract inside the lens barrel require a 72mm filter to complete their sealing. The filter attaches to the outer lens barrel - and does not rotate or extend."End Quote.

So this filter 'requirement obviously applies to more than one lens. I had provided correct information!

But my real point is, bellicose replies by 'old established' members often spreads or perpetuates false information. Times and technology advance and old cliches may no longer apply.

To all members, ifyou wish to wear the mantle of implied expertise, you must accept the responsibility of checking the accuracy of responses and the civility of presenting them.
Thank you.

In response to drmax's 10/03/18 question about using filers for protection I responded the following on10/4/18:
"clickety wrote: 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."

To which rmorrison1116 sarcastically replied:
Quote"Huh? Where did you hear that, from the guy who sells protective filters? I have over a dozen Canon L series lenses and not a single protective filter amongst them and I've never had any problems or need for a protective filter."End Quote.

I knew I had read what I said on more than one occasion. Today in reading a lens review on TheDigitalPicture.com site I found another reference.

In reviewing the EF 50mm F1.2L USM, Brian Carnathan writes:
Quote"The Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM Lens adds a feature lacking on the 85 L II but common on Canon's newer L series lenses - weather sealing. I should say weather-sealing-capable because a filter is required to complete the factory weather sealing. The front lens elements that extend/retract inside the lens barrel require a 72mm filter to complete their sealing. The filter attaches to the outer lens barrel - and does not rotate or extend."End Quote.

So this filter 'requirement obviously applies to more than one lens. I had provided correct information!

But my real point is, bellicose replies by 'old established' members often spreads or perpetuates false information. Times and technology advance and old cliches may no longer apply.

To all members, ifyou wish to wear the mantle of implied expertise, you must accept the responsibility of checking the accuracy of responses and the civility of presenting them.
Thank you.

In response to drmax's 10/03/18 question about using filers for protection I responded the following on10/4/18:
"clickety wrote: 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."

To which rmorrison1116 sarcastically replied:
Quote"Huh? Where did you hear that, from the guy who sells protective filters? I have over a dozen Canon L series lenses and not a single protective filter amongst them and I've never had any problems or need for a protective filter."End Quote.

I knew I had read what I said on more than one occasion. Today in reading a lens review on TheDigitalPicture.com site I found another reference.

In reviewing the EF 50mm F1.2L USM, Brian Carnathan writes:
Quote"The Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM Lens adds a feature lacking on the 85 L II but common on Canon's newer L series lenses - weather sealing. I should say weather-sealing-capable because a filter is required to complete the factory weather sealing. The front lens elements that extend/retract inside the lens barrel require a 72mm filter to complete their sealing. The filter attaches to the outer lens barrel - and does not rotate or extend."End Quote.

So this filter 'requirement obviously applies to more than one lens. I had provided correct information!

But my real point is, bellicose replies by 'old established' members often spreads or perpetuates false information. Times and technology advance and old cliches may no longer apply.

To all members, ifyou wish to wear the mantle of implied expertise, you must accept the responsibility of checking the accuracy of responses and the civility of presenting them.
Thank you.

In response to drmax's 10/03/18 question about using filers for protection I responded the following on10/4/18:
"clickety wrote: 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."

To which rmorrison1116 sarcastically replied:
Quote"Huh? Where did you hear that, from the guy who sells protective filters? I have over a dozen Canon L series lenses and not a single protective filter amongst them and I've never had any problems or need for a protective filter."End Quote.

I knew I had read what I said on more than one occasion. Today in reading a lens review on TheDigitalPicture.com site I found another reference.

In reviewing the EF 50mm F1.2L USM, Brian Carnathan writes:
Quote"The Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM Lens adds a feature lacking on the 85 L II but common on Canon's newer L series lenses - weather sealing. I should say weather-sealing-capable because a filter is required to complete the factory weather sealing. The front lens elements that extend/retract inside the lens barrel require a 72mm filter to complete their sealing. The filter attaches to the outer lens barrel - and does not rotate or extend."End Quote.

So this filter 'requirement obviously applies to more than one lens. I had provided correct information!

But my real point is, bellicose replies by 'old established' members often spreads or perpetuates false information. Times and technology advance and old cliches may no longer apply.

To all members, ifyou wish to wear the mantle of implied expertise, you must accept the responsibility of checking the accuracy of responses and the civility of presenting them.
Thank you.