Filter for 16-45
Posted 01/03/2010 - 22:35
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It might damage image quality. Why add more glass that's not needed to an optic that has been precisely designed to maximise image quality?
Best regards, John
Posted 01/03/2010 - 22:47
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Hoya or B&W are the best, if you must buy one of those with the coatings.
Stefan
K10D, K5
DA* 16-50, DA* 50-135, D-FA 100 Macro, DA 40 Ltd, DA 18-55
AF-540FGZ
K10D, K5
DA* 16-50, DA* 50-135, D-FA 100 Macro, DA 40 Ltd, DA 18-55
AF-540FGZ
Posted 01/03/2010 - 22:47
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I firmly agree with John, I would never consider using filters with the only exception of a ND grad filter for greater creativity such as longer daylight exposures.
The SMC coating is protection enough from marks etc. If the lens sustains such an impact to damage the glass, then (in my opinion) that's what insurance is for.
Why compromise on image quality?
The SMC coating is protection enough from marks etc. If the lens sustains such an impact to damage the glass, then (in my opinion) that's what insurance is for.
Why compromise on image quality?
Posted 01/03/2010 - 23:49
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I use hoya skylights and uvs on most of my lenses because I am a bit paranoid about what happens when I forget to replace the lens cap when switching lenses in a hurry or if it comes loose in my bag, as some of then seem determined to do. I haven't noticed any issues from doing this. But the DA16-45 is the exception - the large hood, I feel, is enough added protection. None of the others have hoods (apart from the pull-out one on the 135).
Posted 01/03/2010 - 23:55
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Kris Lockyear
It is an illusion that photos are made with the camera… they are made with the eye, heart and head. Henri Cartier-Bresson
Lots of film bodies, a couple of digital ones, too many lenses (mainly older glass) and a Horseman LE 5x4.
It is an illusion that photos are made with the camera… they are made with the eye, heart and head. Henri Cartier-Bresson
Lots of film bodies, a couple of digital ones, too many lenses (mainly older glass) and a Horseman LE 5x4.
Posted 02/03/2010 - 07:55
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Thanks for all the comments.
This topic could be an "old chestnut" but it's good to consider other p u's comments.Perhaps a filter with an SMC coating?
regards
Chris
This topic could be an "old chestnut" but it's good to consider other p u's comments.Perhaps a filter with an SMC coating?
regards
Chris
Posted 02/03/2010 - 08:50
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I use a Hoya Pro Digital MC UV on mine when conditions dictate.
Ken
“We must avoid however, snapping away, shooting quickly and without thought, overloading ourselves with unnecessary images that clutter our memory and diminish the clarity of the whole.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson -
“We must avoid however, snapping away, shooting quickly and without thought, overloading ourselves with unnecessary images that clutter our memory and diminish the clarity of the whole.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson -
Posted 02/03/2010 - 09:39
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Hoya also make a "Lens Protector" - it has no filtering characteristics and has minimal effect on quality. It is just there to protect the front element.
It is available as a Pro-1 Digital which means it is very thin too.
I have one on my 16-50 and 300 but UV0 on my 50-135
http://www.srsmicrosystems.co.uk/2133/Hoya-67mm-Pro-1-Digital-Protector-Lens-Fil...
or there is a hardened glass version
http://www.srsmicrosystems.co.uk/2133/Hoya-67mm-Pro-1-Digital-Protector-Lens-Fil...
The Hoya website:
http://www.hoyafilter.com/products/hoya/index.html
It is available as a Pro-1 Digital which means it is very thin too.
I have one on my 16-50 and 300 but UV0 on my 50-135
http://www.srsmicrosystems.co.uk/2133/Hoya-67mm-Pro-1-Digital-Protector-Lens-Fil...
or there is a hardened glass version
http://www.srsmicrosystems.co.uk/2133/Hoya-67mm-Pro-1-Digital-Protector-Lens-Fil...
The Hoya website:
http://www.hoyafilter.com/products/hoya/index.html
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K20D, *istD, MZ-S, Super-A, ME Super, MX
DA* 16-50, DA* 50-135, DA* 300,
DA 50-200, FA 24-90, FA 20-35,
M 400-600, A 50 f1.4, A 28 f2.8, A 70-210, M 35-80, M 50 f1.7
A x2S teleconverter and a few others ...
K20D, *istD, MZ-S, Super-A, ME Super, MX
DA* 16-50, DA* 50-135, DA* 300,
DA 50-200, FA 24-90, FA 20-35,
M 400-600, A 50 f1.4, A 28 f2.8, A 70-210, M 35-80, M 50 f1.7
A x2S teleconverter and a few others ...
Posted 02/03/2010 - 12:00
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My view:
Most of my lenses are old K or M series. I've only had one marked example (which I knew about before buying it). If they've lasted this long unscathed without protective filters then I don't really see why I need to add them.
Most of my lenses are old K or M series. I've only had one marked example (which I knew about before buying it). If they've lasted this long unscathed without protective filters then I don't really see why I need to add them.
Matt
Shooting the Welsh Wilderness with K-m, KX, MX, ME Super and assorted lenses.
Shooting the Welsh Wilderness with K-m, KX, MX, ME Super and assorted lenses.
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