lens protection
Jan 10, 2018 12:16:09 #
bpulv
Loc: Buena Park, CA
ICUQT wrote:
Is there a filter specifically for lens protection? If so , is it used over a UV filter? Thanks
ICUQT
ICUQT
THE BEST UV FILTER IS NO UV FILTER. All a UV filter does is add glass in front of your lens to get dirty, introduce flare and other undesirable elements to your photographs. DON'T USE A FILTER UNLESS THERE IS A REAL PHOTOGRAPHIC OR ARTISTIC REASON TO DO SO! The best protection for your lens is the lens hood you should always have on your lens. It will not only protect your lens, but will prevent flare and other undesirable elements from your photographs.
Jan 10, 2018 12:16:52 #
ICUQT wrote:
Is there a filter specifically for lens protection? If so , is it used over a UV filter? Thanks
ICUQT
ICUQT
All the grief you are getting is because many think you want a protective device that you also can shoot through. NOT LIKELY, and retain the quality of your lens. HOW much did you spend for your lens, and do you really want to compromise the quality of images by putting a cheap piece of glass in front of it while you shoot.
That's why most posts are making the right suggestions.
Lens Hood
Lens cap
just a simple filter ring with no glass to protect the threads on the front of the lens if that's your concern.
Using filters for protection is when you don't care about getting the best images from you lens. Risking damage to the lens is just part of the normal process of photography.
Jan 10, 2018 19:38:33 #
Jan 10, 2018 19:41:40 #
ICUQT
Loc: Columbia, NJ
I did order a uv filter, but will probably try to jst go with the lens hood when possible. I worry about my cam when overseas.
Jan 10, 2018 19:57:57 #
I'm not a big fan of filters I've tried a bunch of quality filters and prefer shooting without them but lens hoods are a must to me for protection.
Jan 10, 2018 21:12:52 #
Jan 10, 2018 22:30:45 #
Jan 10, 2018 23:17:30 #
dsmeltz wrote:
Does Trojan make a product for this?
Yes, but the optical characteristics are dubious, and it can reduce the sensation or feeling in certain shots.
Jan 10, 2018 23:22:00 #
Short answer, in a sand storm or at the beach in inclement weather a filter may be a good idea, otherwise generally not except for polarizers or ND filters, or some other special effect that you don't want to do in post.
Jan 11, 2018 00:32:18 #
Jan 11, 2018 01:24:19 #
bpulv
Loc: Buena Park, CA
Peterff wrote:
Short answer, in a sand storm or at the beach in inclement weather a filter may be a good idea, otherwise generally not except for polarizers or ND filters, or some other special effect that you don't want to do in post.
Good! You get it.
Jan 11, 2018 09:13:53 #
I find it amusing that many who stress the importance of lens filter protection at all times usually don't also recommend wearing safety goggles 24/7 to protect one's corneas from accidents... despite the fact that replacing the front element on a lens is far cheaper (and less painful) than going in for eye surgery to fix a damaged cornea. It's all about priorities, I suppose. The way I see it, if the situation doesn't demand special eye safety protection, then my lens doesn't need special protection either.
Jan 11, 2018 09:51:23 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
rook2c4 wrote:
I find it amusing that many who stress the importa... (show quote)
I have been a pro for over 35 years. I do not use UV' s because they lesson IQ. I do however have two bent lens hoods over my over 50 years in photography. No lens or thread damage to report. My hoods protect my lenses from damage. Best lens protection known in photography.
Jan 11, 2018 11:46:02 #
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