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Feb 21, 2020 09:53:00   #
Tinkerbell Loc: Bethalto IL
 
Tinkerbell wrote:
I will check


72 slim polarizer 77 25% graduated 77 50% graduated 67 50% graduated 67 Polarizer 58 Polarizer

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Feb 21, 2020 09:53:29   #
danbir1 Loc: North Potomac, MD
 
[quote=Tinkerbell]Does anyone still use filters?

Yes, a lot of us use filters (best for lens protection) you can find long and bitter discusions on this site, just look it up.
To sum it up....each to his own.

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Feb 21, 2020 11:37:33   #
truckincat
 
I still use a cross star and sometimes a polarized filter to get the sky blue. I don't use photoshop.

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Feb 21, 2020 11:43:43   #
aellman Loc: Boston MA
 
Tinkerbell wrote:
Does anyone still use filters? I have several B&W I am considering selling


Depends on what kinds of subjects you're shooting. A lot of UHH members use polarizers and neutral density filters, and some use skylight filters which don't do much except the front glass element and filter ring of the lens.

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Feb 21, 2020 14:04:36   #
latebloomer Loc: Topeka, KS
 
Take a look at the video of the guy who uses a screwdriver to scratch the surface of a lens of a bare unprotected lens. This has been discussed on UHH more than once. I do not want to start people agreeing to disagreeing about the protection of another glass element in front of one's lens. Make up your own mind.

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Feb 21, 2020 18:31:51   #
Tinkerbell Loc: Bethalto IL
 
[quote=danbir1]
Tinkerbell wrote:
Does anyone still use filters?

Yes, a lot of us use filters (best for lens protection) you can find long and bitter discusions on this site, just look it up.
To sum it up....each to his own.


I agree

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Feb 21, 2020 19:57:59   #
flyboy61 Loc: The Great American Desert
 
Pixeldawg wrote:
WOW... $200 per filter? Sure have gone up in price! I shoot daily and never, ever use a filter. My philosophy is that it is one more optical layer to go through, and I always cap both ends of the lens anyway, so I don't worry about getting anything broken and always use a strap when using the camera, so don't worry about dropping it. Never had any issues. I think the only time I would use a filter is for creative purposes for something that can not be done in Photoshop, so basically, I never, ever use a filter.
WOW... $200 per filter? Sure have gone up in price... (show quote)


Strictly a personal choice!
Some modern lenses have the front element very close to the front end of the lens...not much protection there at all. A hood is good! While it is true that some poor-quality filters will degrade lens performance, Those can be weeded out by looking at them through one side of a good pair of binoculars. Focus the binocs, then interpose the filter between the front lens and subject...Quickly, before eyes can compensate, and it will become clear. I have tested UV filters on all of my lenses, and use ND, Grad ND, soft focus and CPL as necessary.

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Feb 21, 2020 20:05:16   #
CO
 
I always take neutral density filters with me for photographing flowing water. I usually use my 3-stop or 4-stop ND filter. I used one when photographing this stream. It allowed me to use a longer exposure time. You can get a sense of how turbulent and fast the water is.


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Feb 21, 2020 20:44:34   #
User ID
 
dpullum wrote:

You did not tell us what photography you
were interested in. Later you mentioned
Kids... Kids where, doing what and when
is your favorite. Explain and that will give
you suggestions tailored to your photo joy.


None of that matters. Read the OP.
She's done with items for genres
that she no longer shoots, and she
wants to sell the neglected items.

IOW, she does NOT want/need any
"suggestions tailored to your photo
joy"
just to peddle a few chatzkes.

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Feb 21, 2020 23:49:41   #
Tinkerbell Loc: Bethalto IL
 
User ID wrote:
None of that matters. Read the OP.
She's done with items for genres
that she no longer shoots, and she
wants to sell the neglected items.

IOW, she does NOT want/need any
"suggestions tailored to your photo
joy"
just to peddle a few chatzkes.


I enjoy any information someone cares to share with me! I am Not just on here to dump unwanted items! I DO SHOOT! If you were paying attention you would know I specialize in newborn Photography! I have a professional studio, I have a set of Westcott Spiderlite TD6; A Paul C Buff Digibee 800 strobe; an 65in. PLM ; a Westcott Apollo ORB ; two Westcott strip banks with grids; over 100 backdrops and floor drops; 4 specialized sofas; a large rectangle baby poser from Australia; round baby poser; 106 in. Paper backgrounds with roller system; thousands of dollars in outfits and props! So NO You are a bully. My items were not neglected they were all packed safely and stored. You are a Jerk!

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Feb 21, 2020 23:50:03   #
Tinkerbell Loc: Bethalto IL
 
CO wrote:
I always take neutral density filters with me for photographing flowing water. I usually use my 3-stop or 4-stop ND filter. I used one when photographing this stream. It allowed me to use a longer exposure time. You can get a sense of how turbulent and fast the water is.


That is beautiful!

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Feb 21, 2020 23:54:35   #
Tinkerbell Loc: Bethalto IL
 
Bokehen wrote:
Allow me to reiterate what I've said for several years after testing 6 different filter manufactures filters. Filters used in this setup included but not limited to B&W, Lee, Tiffen, Gobe etc. After testing.. None of the Polarization or ND filters worked on my Canon M6 camera. No mater what the settings or condition, Neither the CPl or The linear filter would achieve any desired effect when taking photographs. I say this cause be mindful of who you sell your filter to as some of these filter will not work with some cameras again like my M6. There has also been others here and other forum sites claiming they to are having to deal with filters that simply do not work on their cameras. This all boils down to cameras like mine already have filter type settings integrated into each shot so a hardware filter is not needed.

Because of my years worth of testing and discovery, I've taken on creating my own filters in order to achieve the desired effects. My first successful attempt came while using a space aged yellow materiel, which wasn't designed to be used as a filter.

Because of this successful test of the yellow filter, I'm currently working on a fixed (35% -45%) polarization filter. Both the yellow and polar filters are 85mm x 100mm and fit into a Cokin lens mount. I can't say I'll place these filters on the market anytime soon, but I may start looking for product testers here at the forum and other photo forums.

So if the filters you have currently work with your gear, keep them or if you feel you want to sell them, be prepared to have some photographers send them back or want their money back cause they wont work on their set ups.
Allow me to reiterate what I've said for several y... (show quote)

Really they don't work on all cameras? I do not intend on selling something to someone they can not use! That is not who I am!

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Feb 21, 2020 23:55:53   #
Tinkerbell Loc: Bethalto IL
 
User ID wrote:
None of that matters. Read the OP.
She's done with items for genres
that she no longer shoots, and she
wants to sell the neglected items.

IOW, she does NOT want/need any
"suggestions tailored to your photo
joy"
just to peddle a few chatzkes.


I also just purchased a new Manfrotto tripod and ball head for my Canon 5D Mark III !

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Feb 22, 2020 00:35:52   #
CO
 
I read that you have a Paul C Buff Digibee DB-800 strobe and a 65in PLM. I have two of the DigiBee DB-800 strobes. Did you get the Paul C. Buff model 7UR umbrella reflector to use with your umbrella? It creates a 180 degree beam of light to better fill the umbrella with light. I use it with my umbrellas. I also have the Paul C. Buff 22" white beauty dish and their 10 x 36 strip softbox and the optional grid for it.

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Feb 22, 2020 01:07:28   #
Tinkerbell Loc: Bethalto IL
 
CO wrote:
I read that you have a Paul C Buff Digibee DB-800 strobe and a 65in PLM. I have two of the DigiBee DB-800 strobes. Did you get the Paul C. Buff model 7UR umbrella reflector to use with your umbrella? It creates a 180 degree beam of light to better fill the umbrella with light. I use it with my umbrellas. I also have the Paul C. Buff 22" white beauty dish and their 10 x 36 strip softbox and the optional grid for it.


Ahhh another Paul C Buff user
No, I only have one Digibee 800 and the 56in. PLM is white fabric on both sides, but I am going to invest in the black outer cover and Black front kill spill cover, I already had Westcott Apollo ORB with Westcott Spiderlite TD6 and two Westcott 10x36 in. strip banks with optional grids

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