do you need special wide angle uv filter for this lens?
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Takes a standard 77mm UV filter. Not sure if it creeps into the image. I can check.
334179
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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Yes, You can replace the standard lens with the wide angle. It is necessary to split the case, remove the camera from the board ,loosen the set screw and unscrew the lens. Here is a link for how to do it. http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showpost.php?p=25880644&postcount;=1984Here is another good article http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1904559Hope this helps!
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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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What lens cap would I buy to use with this camera if there is a UV or clear coated filter?
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I use UV or skylight filters, mainly to avoid dust and finger prints in the lens body, bersides my experience does not show me any another advantage. a lens hood certainly would do the job as long as it's placed in the lens; but dust and finger prints take place mainly, when switching lenses.
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Treat s any high quality lens. Would suggest putting a b and w uv filter for protection
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HOYA or B&W. It's good to have some ND filters (reduce the amount of light to prevent blown out highlights and to be able to shoot at widest aperture while shooting during bright daytime) or circular polarizer (cut down the reflection/ and some light). UV filter is good only to protect the lens, in my opinion.
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It does not accept filters as you guessed. I stopped using protective UV filters years ago and have had no issues at all. I have used this lens in extremely harsh environments (I.e. burning Man) and have had zero issues with it. Lenses are pretty resilient.
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Check your lens manual for filter size. Doesn't that lens come with a lens hood?
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Yes. The filter size is 37mm. I am using a TIFFEN 37mm UV Protector Filter to protect and prevent dust from going into the lense. I bought the filter from Amazon.
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No filters are 'required' per se; however, I strongly recommend purchasing an inexpensive 67mm UV filter to protect the front element from scratches or damage. Multi-coated filters will reduce glare and reflections on the lens and glass filters are more scratch resistant and typically better optically than plastic. After destroying a more expensive Hoya, I am currently using the AGFA 67mm Digital Multi Coated Ultra Violet (UV) Filter (Protector) APUVF67Within 2 weeks of purchasing my lens, I pulled it out of the bag and my filter was shattered. I don't recall any dropping the bag or any significant impact but I was glad the damage was to a $40 filter rather than a $600 lens. No filters are 'required' per se; however, I strongly recommend purchasing an inexpensive 67mm UV filter to protect the front element from scratches or damage. Multi-coated filters will reduce glare and reflections on the lens and glass filters are more scratch resistant and typically better optically than plastic. After destroying a more expensive Hoya, I am currently using the AGFA 67mm Digital Multi Coated Ultra Violet (UV) Filter (Protector) APUVF67Within 2 weeks of purchasing my lens, I pulled it out of the bag and my filter was shattered. I don't recall any dropping the... » Read More No filters are 'required' per se; however, I strongly recommend purchasing an inexpensive 67mm UV filter to protect the front element from scratches or damage. Multi-coated filters will reduce glare and reflections on the lens and glass filters are more scratch resistant and typically better optically than plastic. After destroying a more expensive Hoya, I am currently using the AGFA 67mm Digital Multi Coated Ultra Violet (UV) Filter (Protector) APUVF67Within 2 weeks of purchasing my lens, I pulled it out of the bag and my filter was shattered. I don't recall any dropping the bag or any significant impact but I was glad the damage was to a $40 filter rather than a $600 lens. « Show Less
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The only wide angle lens I tested it with was the Olympus 12mm. It was not suitable for that lens.
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Yes, you can add a lens filter either before or after the lens hood, but you do have to be aware of the possibility of vignetting depending upon that placement.
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You have a superb, professional quality lens. I'm old school, and believe filters should match the quality of the glass. Hence, I use B & W regular neutral density filter. I'm away from my office, and can't give you all the details off the box. I haven't found a thin filter is necessary for what I do with this lens--principally interior and exterior shots of buildings and their details with a Nikon D700 at complete range of F stops and focus lengths. Good luck with your shooting.
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Hi,Seems to match.in some extremely wide angle lenses ultra thin filter is used, as far as I know it is not required for 24 mm.I use it on canon 18-200 (cropped sensor).Thanks.Guy
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The filter thread seems to be standard. I bought a stock 58mm UV filter, and it fit perfectly. You will need a new lens cap; the original won't fit on a 58mm filter. Also, if you currently use a lens hood, it won't fit either.