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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120 f/4 S

01/12/2007 10:32:02 AM · #1

Hi everyone,

I just got a free UV filter with my new Canon f2.8 200mm L IS USM lens :-0 , i've already got the same filter and was wondering how i can tell which one will be better. All i can see from the boxes is one is Jessops Skylight 1A and one is Hoya UV(N)HMC.

Anyone got an idea?
Thanks Jim

bassbone

Nikon Z8

01/12/2007 10:35:16 AM · #2

What are you using your UV filter for? Is it for 'protection' of your lens? There have been a couple of threads on this and many recommend that you forego the UV filter and just do a better job protecting the lens (lenscap and hood). Unless you have a really good filter or a specific reason for the filter, it probably does more harm to the quality of your photos than good for your lens.

just my 2 cents

Message edited by author 2007-01-12 10:36:02.

cryan

Nikon D700

Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro for Nikon

01/12/2007 10:38:13 AM · #3

Stick with the Hoya filter, its better quality glass than the other. As for doing more harm than good, is leaving off the filter worth the cost of repairing or even replacing the lens. Leave the UV filter on, its much cheaper in the long run and with the Hoya you aren't loosing any quality.

01/12/2007 10:38:56 AM · #4

Originally posted by pccjrose:

What are you using your UV filter for?

It's for sports on this lens. I'm not really a filter man but i've been given one of these twice now with a lens purchase and just thought it might stop the lenses getting scratched and wondered which would would disturb the image least.

Tamron SP AF 28-75mm f/2.8 XR Di for Canon

01/12/2007 10:39:51 AM · #5

Originally posted by cryan:

I think I'll stick with your idea, thanks.

Bernard_Marx

Canon EOS-40D

01/12/2007 12:49:05 PM · #6

Hoya UV(N)HMC. The HMC is a 7-layer lens and hoya is a good brand.

Message edited by author 2007-01-12 12:49:59.

Spork99

OM System OM-1

Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 USM Macro

01/12/2007 12:59:47 PM · #7

Originally posted by cryan:

...and with the Hoya you aren't losing any quality.

Are you so sure?

Filter Flare Factor

If you are shooting where debris is flying around, sure, go ahead and use one, otherwise, leave it off and use the hood.

Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120 f/4 S

01/12/2007 01:08:07 PM · #8

Originally posted by Spazmo99:

Are you so sure?

No, now i'm confused!!!
But thanks for the interesting link!!

bassbone

Nikon Z8

01/12/2007 01:09:34 PM · #9

Excellent article. Thanks for finding it for me again.

Originally posted by Spazmo99:

Originally posted by cryan:
...and with the Hoya you aren't losing any quality.

Are you so sure?

Filter Flare Factor

If you are shooting where debris is flying around, sure, go ahead and use one, otherwise, leave it off and use the hood.

NstiG8tr

Canon EOS-5D Mark IV

Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM

01/12/2007 01:12:24 PM · #10

Originally posted by jimika:

i've been given one of these twice now with a lens purchase

Where do you buy your lenses? I've never got anything free with any of my purchases :-(