On the sigma 10-20mm wide angle lens, why do you need to use a thin filter on it?
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High quality filters designed specifically for sigma lens, a protective lens was intended to absorb ultraviolet radiation, is effective to remove the reflection of glass and water.
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HI, due to the angle of the lens if you don't use a thin filter it will vignette around the edges.
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I'm guessing you mean a 'thin mount' filter? The only reason to use a thin mount filter would be to avoid vignetting. I have not used a filter with this lens at all. Unless I absolutely have to have one, I stay away from anything but the actual lens glass itself. Occasionally (very occasionally) I'll put a CPL on, but that is about the only case.
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HI,due to the angle of the lens if you don't use a thin filter it will vignette around the edges.
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I use sigma filters on all of my lenses and have had no problems with smudging when cleaning. I use a nikon cleaning pen generally when I clean and all of my filters stay spotless.
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U usually fit the filters on lens, not cam... Then it depends on your lens... Doesn't it?
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Amazon carries an adapter that threads into the lens barrel and allows you to use 67mm filters. It comes from overseas so it will take a few weeks to arrive. I have one and it works fine.
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Make sure the filter has a firm, solid rotation feel without being loose or gritty. Scratches that are deep are to be avoided whereas minor scratches won't be noticed unless the coatings are scratched. Also make sure there is absolutely NO damage to the filter ring or threads whatsoever - if it has been dropped while mounted on a lens it could be out-of-round and become stuck on your lens if overtightened. Insist on a photo or two showing any imperfections or just buy new. B+W is my filter of choice.
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In addition to the other answers, using the filter holder function of this hood is essential, because the lens protrudes forward of it's surrounding ring when focussing at certain distances. If you screw the filter directly onto the camera, the lens impacts the filter, makes an ugly grinding noise, and the camera shuts down. Don't ask how I know this.
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It is a fisheye lens with a 180 degree view so standard filters do not fit. (My lens cap is now loose and keeps falling off so just be aware that this may also happen to you. I took the lens hood to the local camera shop and they inserted fresh tape on the inside of the hood to grip the lens).
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You will need to purchase a adaptation set. I previously had one for other lenses/filters, so it wasn't a problem, but I can see where this might be frustrating if you did not have these.
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I don't own that lens, but from some reading around it appears that regular filters are fine; however, I will make note that circular polarizers on a wide angle will produce very strange results due to uneven polarization. That may or may not be a concern depending if you want to use it for creative effect.
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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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UV filter coating imbues a slight color tinge, and reduces the amount of light. Clear is actually preferable. UV filtering is unnecessary with modern lenses.
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No, because of the len's curve and the hood, there is no room for a filter. I don't find this as a problem. For the price and results, this is an exceptional lens. It is worth every penny. Learn to work with the parameters and you will be pleased with the results.
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You can get a filter, but the depth of the lens hood obviates the need for it. I just got back from Australia shooting with the lens in all weather and conditions and did not use a filter. Better images that way as well.Regards,Evan
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I find no threads for filters on the fixed lens. You might be able to put filters on it that have an outside rim offset like the lens cover, but keeping them from falling off would be difficult even if you could find such an arrangement. Nowadays most filter colors and/or effects can be added by photoshop or its equivalents, so they aren't worth the bother most of the time. There are exceptions, but for most picture taking those are not really applicable.
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I belive it's best to have the best filters on my lens that I can afford. It will save the lens if it is dropped and can be repaird. Which has happened to me
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It is a naked filter. It is used to make sure your shots are being extracted evenly by visually inspecting the shot as it comes through the filter.
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As trivial as it may seem, don't skimp on a filter. You have a nice camera, so get a MULTI-COATED filter from someone like B&W;, Heliopan, or Hoya. The multi-coatings reduce flare and reflections, just like your multi-coated Nikon lens -- again, don't skimp, it'll truly reduce the quality of your photo's especially in sunlight. The size of the filter should be imprinted on the lens, and yes, it's 67mm. A good filter is somewhere in the $50 neighborhood.