I'm new to filters. Can I leave a UV filter like this on even when shooting indoors-like family gatherings and other such indoor activities?
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Absolutely. It's effects are only evident when polarizing UV light; i.e. Blue skies with perpendicular sunlight.
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Yes. The "pros" will tell you that any additional layer of glass can add distortion and reflection, but I leave a filter on all the time to protect that expensive lens from dirt, dings, fingerprints, etc. Many of today's filters are so well made with multi-coating and high tolerances that I doubt even the experts can tell a difference in 99% of photos. Years ago, so called UV filters added a hint of pink to fight UV. That is no longer the case.
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This is the UV light only and you would need to purchase a pump, hosing etc... What most people do is split off their current pump/filtration to route into a UV filter such as this.
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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 is best to not use a clear filter. A UV/clear filter can indeed affect image quality, particularly when the sun is in the frame. This can result in some rather un-attractive flare and blobs. As long as you keep the hood on when shooting, the front element should be protected, unless you are unreasonably hard with your gear.
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Get a high quality uv filter and it will protect the front element of your lens and also help filter UV light. You won't notice any degradation in image quality.
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You can't put a filter or a lens hood onto the lens. It has no threads & it retracts when turned off. The camera has some digital 'filters' built in, but that doesn't protect your lens like a real UV filter for instance that you would leave on.
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I've had them for more than two years now. The effectiveness of the UV light doesn't seem to be affected with buildup although I change the light every year. The filtering is on the weak side.
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There's plenty of DIY solutions to try at home, from using a coffee filer to diffuse the light, or the clear top to a coffee tin. Those are free (as long as you drink coffee) and work great for at home only usage, but the second you think about taping a coffee filter to your flash in front of a client, even if it is your first one, you should really be considering spending that $15.
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For general use you don't have to use any filters on Pentax lens. But if you have a child less than 5 years old, you may need a UV just for protection. For some situation you will need plenty of filters, such as the skylight, ND, Cir
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I still have the box. I will see if I can find information. http://www.pegasuslighting.com/optivex-uv-filter.html look at this one
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Yes... It isn't as tight with the UV filter on, but it does work... I just leave my filter on and it does fine... every once and awhile it will fall off, so be sure it is attached by the cord! :-).
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I use a thin uv filter mainly for protection of the front element. It works fine! This is a great lens and I think you will enjoy it! Take care, Doc
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You can't use it over your lens hood, but you can use it over your UV filter
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I have taken mine off since I spent more time removing it to get various shots than keeping it on. But that's my way of taking photos. Perhaps it would be different for you. At the price, it was worth it to get the filters even if the hood didn't work out so well.
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So... these filters serve two different purposes. The UV filter that I purchased is on my lens to protect the first element when I'm in situations that require me to be less than 100% diligent about where my lens is. A hood serves the same purpose so I supposed it is kinda redundant redundant... The Circular Polarizer is designed to reduce glare coming off of non-metallic surfaces. It can add "pop" to landscapes and cloud scapes much in the same way that polarized sunglasses do for your eyes. They do reduce the amount of light that makes it to your sensor and you'll need to take this into consideration. Hope that helps.
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Hi Rhonda! I would remove the rubber hood when changing filters as it will be easier to do. You can push the hood back to allow more light and get rid of the tunnel look when taking pics.Tried to respond on a previous note, but it wouldn't send??!! You have a might fine camera, I hope you get much enjoyment from it over time. IF you have questions, please drop a line andI will get back to you quickly. Very Best, Mike
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I erroniouslly purchased the non coated version for my wife. She is a sunrise/sunset photographer. The non coated version allowed significant lense flare when pointed into the sun. While on vacation, we met another photographer who had the coated UVA filter. She had the same problem we did, only bought the MRC and hasn't had a problem since. I have since purchased a B+W UVA MRC filter for her, among other stupidly expensive filters, but I have wasted enough money buying items "on the cheap" for her hobby to know that you get what you pay for. I buy B+W exclusively for her 5D Mk ii and L series lenses.