Lens filter stuck on lens
Jun 21, 2019 20:32:53 #
DirtFarmer wrote:
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.
Just turn it FASTER!
Only kidding. Good point. I just do it on ND filters and UV filters.
Jun 22, 2019 05:49:12 #
Some of my filters have two small notches in the outer ring, these enable the filters to be removed if they become tight, all you need is a thin blade such as a knife or steel rule and simply twist the filter off.
If your filter does not have these notches you can make your own using a junior hack saw, Be careful not to touch the glass though.
If your filter does not have these notches you can make your own using a junior hack saw, Be careful not to touch the glass though.
Jun 22, 2019 05:56:10 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
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.
Filter wrench from B&H.
Jun 22, 2019 06:34:03 #
John_F wrote:
If the filter was on the lens, how did the dust get on the lens surface?
Irrelevant question based on the problem stated in his post!
Jun 22, 2019 06:48:19 #
Use Search at top of page... many many times this subject has been covered. Only thing I can add is that Harbor Freight has a 2-pound hammer at low cost.
Too often people think they are adding filters to be airtight when only fingertip tight is sufficient. I prefer filters with plastic rings... plastic does not galt to metal.
Paraffin is a great lubricant for photography. Wipe on to threads then wipe off and there is a film of a non-volatile lubricant left. At $2 a pound! Very low vapor pressure so no significant redeposition.
Too often people think they are adding filters to be airtight when only fingertip tight is sufficient. I prefer filters with plastic rings... plastic does not galt to metal.
Paraffin is a great lubricant for photography. Wipe on to threads then wipe off and there is a film of a non-volatile lubricant left. At $2 a pound! Very low vapor pressure so no significant redeposition.
Jun 22, 2019 07:02:51 #
Jun 22, 2019 07:28:23 #
A filter wrench is your best bet. They’re cheap, only a few dollars. B&H or Adorama.
Jun 22, 2019 07:38:47 #
Jun 22, 2019 08:20:00 #
I had the same problem. Here's my solution: Instead of using a bit of force to get the filter off, use very, very gentle pressure to "unstuck" the filter. Just maybe it'll work for you as well.
Jun 22, 2019 08:25:35 #
Jun 22, 2019 08:43:14 #
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.
Yup, filter wrench. There are a number of different styles. And if you have a lot of lenses like I do you may need more than one size of filter wrench.
Yes, how did dust get on a covered lens? To clean the front of the filter you don't need to remove it, right. The mysteries of photography.
Jun 22, 2019 08:45:45 #
louisfisher wrote:
I had the same problem. Here's my solution: Instead of using a bit of force to get the filter off, use very, very gentle pressure to "unstuck" the filter. Just maybe it'll work for you as well.
Yes, I've found that too; A gentle grip works better than a lot of force. Yes, it might seem strange.
Jun 22, 2019 08:53:36 #
You may want to look into the XUME magnetic rings for filters. I use these for my filters and also my lens caps. If you have filters of a specific size that will fit several lenses it is a convenient and easy way to interchange them without having to take time to screw and unscrew them. They are not inexpensive buy some people’s standards but when you consider what a quality lens and filters cost, plus the ease of use I find them worth it.
Jun 22, 2019 09:07:42 #
olemikey
Loc: 6 mile creek, Spacecoast Florida
Any kind of wax placed on the threads prior to mounting the filter will make removal easy, candle wax, car wax, furniture wax, even bar soap would help, just sparingly. I wouldn't recommend oils, but you could use a tiny dab of silicon oil, a little goes a long way.............. another $.02
Jun 22, 2019 09:16:58 #
I've had filters stuck so bad that I had to use a file or hacksaw on the metal filter to remove them. Usually something I bought used that had been cross threaded. Ruins the filter, saves the lens.
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