Uv and polarizing filter
Aug 15, 2013 13:51:47 #
I have just put a new polarizer filter on my camera i also have a UV filter should I use to together and Which one goes on top
Aug 15, 2013 14:49:35 #
I would not use together. The polarizer should be more than fine.
Aug 15, 2013 16:17:23 #
olcoach
Loc: Oregon
Most folks I know have the UV on all the time, and when they want to use the polarizer take the UV off, use the polarizer for sky,water or? then reverse process. Have fun and keep shootin'. Mike
Aug 15, 2013 17:33:33 #
Aug 15, 2013 18:37:03 #
I do not use UVs at all, but do use CPLs a fair bit. If you insist on piggy backing them, fit the CPL closest to the camera, especially with an extreme WA lens (say, 12mm), to minimize the risk of vignetting. Personally, I would not combine them.
Aug 15, 2013 18:40:56 #
mwoods222 wrote:
I have just put a new polarizer filter on my camera i also have a UV filter should I use to together and Which one goes on top
Gee, very similar to another thread just started.
Throw away the UV filter and you won't have to worry about the order.
Aug 15, 2013 18:50:31 #
MtnMan wrote:
Gee, very similar to another thread just started.
Throw away the UV filter and you won't have to worry about the order.
Throw away the UV filter and you won't have to worry about the order.
I agree about the UV filter. They were great a generation ago, on our state of art 35mm cameras, but not needed today. :D
Aug 15, 2013 20:50:34 #
olcoach wrote:
Most folks I know have the UV on all the time, and when they want to use the polarizer take the UV off, use the polarizer for sky,water or? then reverse process. Have fun and keep shootin'. Mike
Agree
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Aug 16, 2013 06:39:45 #
Aug 16, 2013 07:04:53 #
Les White wrote:
Mike's advice is what most pro photo sites recommend
Who is Mike? Please use the quote button!
Aug 16, 2013 07:08:57 #
I have a UV filter on my 2 kit lenses for protection and they stay on all the time. Cheaper to change a scratched filter than a lens. Yes, lenses (and filters) do need cleaning, especially if you shoot in dusty conditions or get caught in the rain. I have a P size Cokin filter holder on each lens all the time too. I fit the polariser (and other filters) into the holder when I need to use it. The Cokin filter system saves a lot of time compared to screwing and unscrewing filters on and off and if you swap lens often. One set of filters, multiple number of cheap holders. The P size filter system does not cause vignetting using my 18-55mm Canon lens with a 'cropped' camera.
Don't have the polariser screwed on all the time as you lose 2-3 stops and it doesn't work unless the sun is at a particular angle to your shooting position. It might cause vignetting and increased risk of flare if you have the 2 screwed on.
Don't have the polariser screwed on all the time as you lose 2-3 stops and it doesn't work unless the sun is at a particular angle to your shooting position. It might cause vignetting and increased risk of flare if you have the 2 screwed on.
Aug 16, 2013 09:57:48 #
I also think you'll find, using the UV and the polarize together will give you porthole effect when zoomed all the way Down (wide View). Your better off using a lens hood all the time, then the UV if your worried about damage. If you shooting wide angle you'll want a tulip lens hood. Made for that Lens. to prevent port holing.
Aug 16, 2013 10:40:47 #
mwoods222 wrote:
I have just put a new polarizer filter on my camera i also have a UV filter should I use to together and Which one goes on top
I too, would not stack them (only in certain circumstances). A polarizer filter btw., is a UV filter.
Aug 16, 2013 10:59:15 #
speters wrote:
I too, would not stack them (only in certain circumstances). A polarizer filter btw., is a UV filter.
I don't think so, my UV filter is for the most part Clear and a single ring, My polarize is two lens that are microscopically etched so as I rotate them, more light is blocked did i mention that they are allot darker then a UV.
Aug 16, 2013 11:21:14 #
The polarizer doesn't need to be on the lens for all shooting situations. It works best when the sun is at a 90 degree angle to your lens. Also, unless you're really concerned about damaging your lens, putting another piece of glass in front of it such as a UV filter may actually degrade the image. Best to shoot with a lens hood which will protect the lens. The quality of lenses is such that UV filters are really questionable in helping to produce a sharp, if you will, haze free image.
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