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02/15/2005 11:57:22 PM · #1 |
Do any of you who have the Canon 50mm f1.8 II lens use it with a circular polarizer at all? often?
And that leads into this question: do all my lenses need a circular polarizer?
Which brand(s) are most effective/trustworthy? I have a Hoya on my 28-135.
What's all the fuss about the Super HMC, ultra thin, blah, blah, blah...is all that extra money really resulting in that much of a better image?
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02/16/2005 12:24:20 AM · #2 |
It depends on the conditions as to when you need a circular polarizer. Also, to save money, buy the one for the largest lens and then use step-up rings with the other lenses.
Ultra thin filters would be used to reduce vignetting. This can be a concern when filters are stacked.
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02/16/2005 12:26:55 AM · #3 |
I plan on solving this issue by going the Cokin P filter route - a circ PL is cheaper for that set up, and can be used on all lenses with adapter rings, under $10 each. Overall much cheaper route.
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02/16/2005 09:14:01 AM · #4 |
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02/16/2005 10:26:05 AM · #5 |
Originally posted by Prof_Fate:
I plan on solving this issue by going the Cokin P filter route - a circ PL is cheaper for that set up, and can be used on all lenses with adapter rings, under $10 each. Overall much cheaper route. |
I recently formulated a similar plan. I currently have three lenses, and they all require different size filters (58mm, 72mm, and 77mm.) A Cokin P system with cover them all for a lot less money than individual glass filters. However, I̢۪m a little worried that the synthetic filters will scratch easily.
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02/16/2005 10:59:10 AM · #6 |
Originally posted by micknewton:
Originally posted by Prof_Fate:
I plan on solving this issue by going the Cokin P filter route - a circ PL is cheaper for that set up, and can be used on all lenses with adapter rings, under $10 each. Overall much cheaper route. |
I recently formulated a similar plan. I currently have three lenses, and they all require different size filters (58mm, 72mm, and 77mm.) A Cokin P system with cover them all for a lot less money than individual glass filters. However, I̢۪m a little worried that the synthetic filters will scratch easily. |
I have heard taht may be an issue. i have also heard that the optical quality may be less than glass. Singh Ray makes glass filters, but open the wallet wide!
I have seen $25 P size C-PL, but i have also seen $60 ones. I was leaning toward the high end this time, as I only need one!
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02/16/2005 11:05:51 AM · #7 |
Along the same lines, does anybody have a resource that does a good job of explaining different types of filters and applications?
Sure, I could google it but does anybody have a 'learn everything about filters' web page I could check out?
Thanks...
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02/16/2005 11:22:52 AM · #8 |
Originally posted by thatcloudthere:
Along the same lines, does anybody have a resource that does a good job of explaining different types of filters and applications?
Sure, I could google it but does anybody have a 'learn everything about filters' web page I could check out?
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This is the site that I use; hope that it helps...
//www.filterhouse.com/index.cfm?CFID=63723&CFTOKEN=73115913&jsessionid=8030122521084921594609 |
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02/16/2005 11:26:04 AM · #9 |
Okay, not bad...
What are some must-have filters for your lenses?
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02/16/2005 11:27:46 AM · #10 |
Originally posted by Prof_Fate:
I have seen $25 P size C-PL, but i have also seen $60 ones. I was leaning toward the high end this time, as I only need one! |
I really want a high quality polarizer, so I was recently considering a Hoya 77mm Super-HMC Circular Polarizer Multi Coated Pro 1 Extra Thin Glass Filter at Adorama for $224.95. If the optical quality is good enough, that $60 one sounds like a steal. Before I buy anything I plan to spend some time looking around for reviews on C-PLs, especially the ones available for the Cokin P system. If I find anything interesting I'll post it here.
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02/16/2005 11:29:47 AM · #11 |
Originally posted by thatcloudthere:
Along the same lines, does anybody have a resource that does a good job of explaining different types of filters and applications?
Sure, I could google it but does anybody have a 'learn everything about filters' web page I could check out?
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//www.geocities.com/cokinfiltersystem/theguide.htm
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02/16/2005 11:32:33 AM · #12 |
For polarizers, B&H has some Cokin P ones..singh ray makes a nice one for $339! here
I was thinking of this one for $56.95.
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02/16/2005 11:38:13 AM · #13 |
Originally posted by Prof_Fate:
Originally posted by thatcloudthere:
Along the same lines, does anybody have a resource that does a good job of explaining different types of filters and applications?
Sure, I could google it but does anybody have a 'learn everything about filters' web page I could check out?
Thanks... |
//www.geocities.com/cokinfiltersystem/theguide.htm |
Thank you so much!
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02/16/2005 03:07:21 PM · #14 |
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02/16/2005 03:09:16 PM · #15 |
Originally posted by Prof_Fate:
I plan on solving this issue by going the Cokin P filter route - a circ PL is cheaper for that set up, and can be used on all lenses with adapter rings, under $10 each. Overall much cheaper route. |
Aren't those filters square?
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02/18/2005 06:26:39 PM · #16 |
Originally posted by Spazmo99:
Originally posted by Prof_Fate:
I plan on solving this issue by going the Cokin P filter route - a circ PL is cheaper for that set up, and can be used on all lenses with adapter rings, under $10 each. Overall much cheaper route. |
Aren't those filters square? |
Most of the filters are square, made of resin which attracts dust and scratches. The polarisers are (I think) glass and have a circular mount so they drop into the Cokin filter holder. The Cokin polarisers are much better than the square resin dust magnets.
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02/18/2005 06:42:31 PM · #17 |
Originally posted by Sailingduck:
And that leads into this question: do all my lenses need a circular polarizer?
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All autofocus lenses need a circular polarizer. |
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02/18/2005 07:12:03 PM · #18 |
Originally posted by fsteddy:
Originally posted by Sailingduck:
And that leads into this question: do all my lenses need a circular polarizer?
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All autofocus lenses need a circular polarizer. |
Is this still true? I was told this back when I had a point and shoot digital and I've always bought circular polarisers since then but I have to admit I've been wondering whether a digital SLR would have the same problems as the point and shoot.
I was led to believe that polarised light hitting the metering sensors of a digital camera could cause the shot to be metered badly. This kinda makes sense on a camera without a mirror that might meter directly off the CCD. I figured it was something to do with liquid crystal somewhere.
But you're saying it's the autofocus that gets messed up. How does that work then?
John
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