WHat is the best clear lens filter for this? for protection
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Filters used for 'protection' usually cause more problems than they solve, like added lens flare and getting stuck on the lens. If the thin glass in a 'protection filter' breaks the sharp shards of broken filter glass often damage the front lens element they were intended to protect.So, IMO the best option is no filter.
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Takes a standard 77mm UV filter. Not sure if it creeps into the image. I can check.
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I am with U 2.. need an easy way to protect my lens from the abuse my kid put it through ---HELP!!! Camera is a CANON S5IS
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Buy only the Nikon clear filters. All the others have a yellow tint compared to Nikon brand, and they are pretty cheap... about 436 a piece on Amazon.
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Hi Carol. A slim filter would be preferred to.avoid vignetting. However, slim filters are not lens cap friendly and annoying at times.
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HG-I am currently using without a filter for general, all situtation photos... however, depending our your style or use, that may be something you'd want. Some folks like to have just for protection, but I find the lens-hood does a good job with that... I haven't seen anything like "flaring" to warrant my need for a filter. Hope this helps. T~*
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It's a bit smudgy. I use it now to protect old lenses that I don't use much. B+W, Hoya, Tiffen, are all good filters that I currently use and I haven't had any problems with. I advise paying the extra few bucks for the better filters that will last longer.
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The work around for not having the standard threaded filter is to order a FOTGA Pro-D 47mm PRO-D Multi-Coated UV protection filter that is attached with a special adhesive that bonds to the flat outer surface of the front of the zoom lens. It can be ordered on eBay from Hong Kong photo supply vendors.
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Honestly, there are some available on ebay with buyer protection (but I understand why you would want to get it from the above places instead). The 70-200mm is a great lens, but if you have your heart set on this particular lens you should wait to get this one :)I just ordered one from ebay but I did my research on the seller first.
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UV filter is pretty much just a lens protector. And I agree with Austin, get a circular polarizer. Also a ND filter is great for water shots, it'll let you have a longer shutter to get that milky look to the water.
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The filter size is 72mm. Either a Daylight or a UV filter will protect your lens without affecting your photos.
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I don't think a lenscap is necessary since the filter and parasoley is already providing an enough protection for the lens. I don't use any and never had a problem. I hope this helps...
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I think that you should open the store products and check a kit that have the things that you need because I guess that they can't be removed. The filters are excellent to protect your lenses.
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I love the Nikon Lens. I've learned that Nikon makes the glass for all of there lenses. The Nikon is a better lens in my opinion and you get what you pay for. You definitly should buy a UV filter to protect all of your lenses.
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Clear filter, 007M, is the prefered choice and priced higher. UV coating can slightly distort coloring and its benefits are debatable.
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I would recommend the Nikon brand NC (neutral clear) filter. Unless your willing to spend more, in that case get B+W brand. You get what you pay for. No point in putting a piece of junk filter on a $1000 camera.
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Many people use a UV filter to protect the lens, but on DPReview, it appears that the filter does little to protect the lens. So, two things: a.) Buy a lens hood; according to the anecdotes of many users on DP Review, it protects far better than a filter, and adds contrast to the image. b.) I would still buy a UV or clear filter to keep grit and dust off of the lens--who wants to disturb the multi-coatings on the lens? And the filter will provide some protection. Digital cameras do not need the UV portion of the filter. I use the BW filters, because they don't attract much dust and are easier to clean. Again, filters at least keep grit from getting on the lens (and therefore, you won't scratch a lens trying to get the grit off).