UV FILTERS ON DIGITAL CAMERAS
Apr 22, 2013 10:58:12 #
Is it correct that UV filters are not needed on digital cameras since UV only affects film? Also, should I take it off or just place my polarizing filter over the UV?
Apr 22, 2013 11:03:22 #
UV filters, while not necessary, make good lens protectors. When using a polarizing filter the UV filter should be removed.
Apr 22, 2013 11:03:25 #
Malcolm B
Loc: Leicester (UK)
Sorry don't know the answer to your first question but I have UV or skylight filters on my lenses simply to protect the front element of the lens.
As regards the second question, from memory I think the consensus here is that you remove any filters before using a polarising filter.
I will be interested to see what others have to say.
As regards the second question, from memory I think the consensus here is that you remove any filters before using a polarising filter.
I will be interested to see what others have to say.
Apr 22, 2013 11:16:01 #
hillary wrote:
Is it correct that UV filters are not needed on digital cameras since UV only affects film? Also, should I take it off or just place my polarizing filter over the UV?
Lots of prior posts on this in the archives, if you haven't checked.
Try UV Filters as a search term.
I think you will find that polarizing filters are the better choice.
Apr 22, 2013 11:19:50 #
Apr 22, 2013 12:22:39 #
agree with the others. The UV is for protection more than anything else.
Apr 22, 2013 15:05:15 #
hillary wrote:
Is it correct that UV filters are not needed on digital cameras since UV only affects film? Also, should I take it off or just place my polarizing filter over the UV?
I can attest to the use of uv filters for protection. A very dear photographer friend of mine dropped her 70-300 lens a couple weeks ago and, while the uv filter was trashed, everything else was fine.
Apr 22, 2013 16:47:35 #
MisterC wrote:
I can attest to the use of uv filters for protection. A very dear photographer friend of mine dropped her 70-300 lens a couple weeks ago and, while the uv filter was trashed, everything else was fine.
Ditto. Something recently put a scratch on the UV filter on my lens which I'm sure saved it from possibly fatal damage. I would strongly recommend that you use one (or other type) as protection.
Apr 23, 2013 06:43:36 #
i take mine off when shooting sunsets so as to eliminate any flare from the filter then put it back on when done.
Apr 23, 2013 06:51:35 #
The only filters I use are polarizing , neutral density, and graduated neutral density filters. I protect the lens with lens shades. I have rubber lens shades that I use with the filters
Apr 23, 2013 07:35:00 #
I think you will find that polarizing filters are the better choice.[/quote]
Polarisers should not be considered as a 'leave on the lens filter'. This is because they can lose you up to 2 stops of light!
Polarisers should not be considered as a 'leave on the lens filter'. This is because they can lose you up to 2 stops of light!
Apr 23, 2013 08:06:53 #
mborn wrote:
The only filters I use are polarizing , neutral density, and graduated neutral density filters. I protect the lens with lens shades. I have rubber lens shades that I use with the filters
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Apr 23, 2013 08:10:21 #
FrumCA wrote:
Ditto. Something recently put a scratch on the UV filter on my lens which I'm sure saved it from possibly fatal damage. I would strongly recommend that you use one (or other type) as protection.
Scratches usually don't make a difference since light "bends around them...A loss of contrast maybe , if there are enough of them...Check out this link...
http://kurtmunger.com/dirty_lens_articleid35.html
Apr 23, 2013 09:10:29 #
hillary wrote:
Is it correct that UV filters are not needed on digital cameras since UV only affects film? Also, should I take it off or just place my polarizing filter over the UV?
Yes and no. You certainly don't need a UV filter, although UV light, being light, will affect the sensor. However, if it does cause any undesirable effects, they can be easily remedied in Photoshop.
GHK
Apr 23, 2013 09:37:28 #
Screamin Scott wrote:
Scratches usually don't make a difference since light "bends around them...A loss of contrast maybe , if there are enough of them...Check out this link...
http://kurtmunger.com/dirty_lens_articleid35.html
http://kurtmunger.com/dirty_lens_articleid35.html
Thanks for the link. Very interesting.
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