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04/26/2007 05:06:06 PM · #1 |
I just bought a lens and the retailer threw in a UV Digital Concept filter along with the deal. I also have a Canon UV Haze L-39 Sharpcut...I'm just wondering if these two filters are good before I keep them on my lenses forever. For the Canon one, I bought it because it's Canon without any research. As for now, only know two good brands Hoya and B+W..thanks for the help.
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04/26/2007 05:09:04 PM · #2 |
There's quite a few threads on this (I'm too lazy to find one right now)
Most people don't bother with UV filters on this site, it'll just degrade quality.
Edit: unless you go to the beach or other harsh environment - then use it to keep the elements out.
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04/26/2007 07:48:47 PM · #3 |
I don't use one because of the very reason Megatherian said. Why would you put a cheap piece of glass in front of a lens costing hundreds (or sometimes thousands) of dollars? The only reason would be to protect it from sand, water, salt, etc... Otherwise, I wouldn't bother. Just use the lens hood to protect the front element when shooting and put the lens cap on when not shooting.
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04/26/2007 07:51:45 PM · #4 |
Originally posted by SamDoe1:
I don't use one because of the very reason Megatherian said. Why would you put a cheap piece of glass in front of a lens costing hundreds (or sometimes thousands) of dollars? The only reason would be to protect it from sand, water, salt, etc... Otherwise, I wouldn't bother. Just use the lens hood to protect the front element when shooting and put the lens cap on when not shooting. |
Ditto
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04/27/2007 05:46:40 AM · #5 |
Originally posted by fotomann_forever:
Originally posted by SamDoe1:
I don't use one because of the very reason Megatherian said. Why would you put a cheap piece of glass in front of a lens costing hundreds (or sometimes thousands) of dollars? The only reason would be to protect it from sand, water, salt, etc... Otherwise, I wouldn't bother. Just use the lens hood to protect the front element when shooting and put the lens cap on when not shooting. |
Ditto |
I also only use filters that do something, like polarisers or graduated filters. I do put on a UV filter if I am expecting water or something to get on the lens, I don't even have a UV for any of my Nikon lenses. |
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04/27/2007 07:24:04 AM · #6 |
If you're going to use a UV filter, make sure it is multi-coated. It makes a world of difference.
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