Lens filter stuck on lens
Jun 21, 2019 12:06:35 #
I have a Nikkor 70-200 2.8 lens that I had attached a Hoya UV filter. After shooting in a dusty situation the other day, I attempted to remove the filter to clean the lens surface which had quite a bit of dust on it. The filter is stuck on the lens and I can't unscrew it to remove it. Yikes! Any recommendations. I don't want to damage trying to remove the filter.
Jun 21, 2019 12:09:34 #
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1164185-REG/sensei_fwm_7282_72_82mm_rubberized_filter_wrench.html
This should work for $12.89. Good luck!
This should work for $12.89. Good luck!
Jun 21, 2019 12:14:44 #
If the filter was on the lens, how did the dust get on the lens surface?
Jun 21, 2019 12:18:32 #
Jun 21, 2019 12:21:56 #
Visit the kitchen-wares section of a 'Dollar store' and pick up a rubber jar opener. Should help you "get a grip". :-)
Jun 21, 2019 12:22:23 #
Bonzothemac wrote:
I have a Nikkor 70-200 2.8 lens that I had attached a Hoya UV filter. After shooting in a dusty situation the other day, I attempted to remove the filter to clean the lens surface which had quite a bit of dust on it. The filter is stuck on the lens and I can't unscrew it to remove it. Yikes! Any recommendations. I don't want to damage trying to remove the filter.
If you have a mouse pad, turn it upside down, place the lens flush on the bottom of the mouse pad, and turn it clockwise. Works for me every time. I carry one in my camera bag for that very purpose.
Jun 21, 2019 12:34:15 #
Bonzothemac wrote:
I have a Nikkor 70-200 2.8 lens that I had attached a Hoya UV filter. After shooting in a dusty situation the other day, I attempted to remove the filter to clean the lens surface which had quite a bit of dust on it. The filter is stuck on the lens and I can't unscrew it to remove it. Yikes! Any recommendations. I don't want to damage trying to remove the filter.
I have a couple of filter wrenches I keep with me in case that happens.
Jun 21, 2019 12:43:59 #
Beowulf
Loc: Aquidneck Island, RI
Sometimes, simply mounting a sturdy medium rubber band onto the filter is enough to give you a grip.
Jun 21, 2019 12:53:34 #
Aftrr you get it off, examine the threads. Are they bare aluminum metal? Aluminum is notorious for ‘siezing’ (the metallurgical term). Very, very dust the threads with graphite or replace the filter with an anodized ring which will likely be black.
Jun 21, 2019 12:57:06 #
krl48 wrote:
Visit the kitchen-wares section of a 'Dollar store' and pick up a rubber jar opener. Should help you "get a grip". :-)
Yes, they work great, and cost a fraction of those specialized tools sold at camera shops. I keep one in my camera bag at all times.
Jun 21, 2019 13:09:24 #
Jun 21, 2019 13:32:35 #
John_F wrote:
If the filter was on the lens, how did the dust get on the lens surface?
If indeed dust found its way to the lens surface, and the filter is stuck, there's a good chance it was "crossthread" when attached!
Jun 21, 2019 14:01:11 #
Jun 21, 2019 14:08:38 #
Placing the filter on a rubber surface and turning the lens will not work on a polarizing filter since they are built in two parts and the outer part has to rotate to adjust the plane of polarization.
You will need something to grip the inner edge of the filter.
You will need something to grip the inner edge of the filter.
Jun 21, 2019 15:30:36 #
Here's two other suggestions specific to the ops question not mentioned yet;
a) when using fingers, use four placed N,S,E & W to reduce deformation of the ring.
b) if you have an 80 mm plastic guttering down-pipe clip lying around they are a perfect fit for a 77 mm filter as I found out two days ago.
a) when using fingers, use four placed N,S,E & W to reduce deformation of the ring.
b) if you have an 80 mm plastic guttering down-pipe clip lying around they are a perfect fit for a 77 mm filter as I found out two days ago.
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