Beginning to take photography classes, wondering about buying this polarizer versus Hoya (which is double the expense).
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I am a professional photographer and I use the Tiffen polarizer and it works great. My advice to you is while you are learning get the Tiffen polarizer because at the end of the day either one cant promise a great shot thats on you. But I have used the product and it is a big difference when I don't use one.
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In days past Tiffen was a good quality middle of the road (cost) filter. They've cheaped them up to point I wouldn't own one. Hoya is a similar filter. The best filter's I've used over last 45 years are by B + W.
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When seeking opinions on anything I find it best to Google with the word "...review". You are afforded a plethora of opinions some which may be exactly what you are looking for. Example, I "Googled" "Hoya Review" and am sending this one (of many) links that returned: http://www.photographyreview.com/cat/lenses/filters/hoya/general-filters/prd_85055_3133crx.aspxHope this helps not only for this query, but all future queries.
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Either one will do the job. The Hoya is the better unit, but cost vs usage has to be looked into. As a beginning user, take the Tiffen to learn how it works, and save the money for a better use. Once the usage is mastered, then move up to the Hoya. Hoya supplies the optical world with glass for their products.
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I did not buy a Hoya polarizer, but I do have the tiffen, which I would definitely not recommend. Because when I looked thru the polarizer to see a LCD screen and rotated, there is no change of the strength of the light, which means there is no or minimum polarizing effect. It can only to be used as a protect glass. I would recommend a B+W or Hoya. Do not waste money.
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Looks to me that Hoya is the same price ($20). Unless you get the multi-coated hardened glass Hoya, which was $40, and as a beginner unneeded imo.
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Skip the UV filter entirely and just keep the polarizer on the lens. UV filters are useless, while polarizers are the most useful filter you will ever have... both outdoors and indoors. Depending upon which polarizer you purchase, they will not subtract much if any more light than a UV filter, (the Hoya HD filters are the best, but expensive). I would never shoot anything without a polarizer.
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This was new for me too. I came across this kit when I was searching for a filter kit by Hoya. I recommend that you check out their website hoyafilter.com, they detail what each lens is for. I also googled each lens type to get more info on them. To get the most out of them you should really read the manual for the camera or google "how to's" (not much on youtube), it does some pretty neat things. These lenses are great for playing around with the features! Hope this helps a bit. Oh and fyi, the lenses are stackable if you need multiple effects.
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when u r spending that kind of money, go for the L lens. It just makes more sense. The difference in optical quality is night and day.
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Thank you for your helpful response. I plan on going ahead and purchasing the camera.
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For me, yes (well, I bought mine used for $360).However, you're the only one who can decide whether it's worth it to you. How much do you value control over out-of-focus background (bokeh) or having a "3-dimensional" look? Do you like being able to shoot indoors and in other low-light situations without using a flash or high ISO settings?If these characteristics or important to you, then the $450 may be worth it.
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Get a viewsonic if it's on a school budget. They have educator discount codes available.
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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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If you are referring to the Hoya top-of-the-line polarizer, it's the absolute best you are ever going to get. I have no idea why you would have this problem.
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I am no expert, but what I do know is that the polarizer makes my shots much better than without it. It is like wearing sunglasses, when you take them off, the colors are just not as vivid. It also helps cut the haze for shots that include sky. They make water shots great too, even on a rainy day, a river or lake is clear and beautiful with a polarizer. Polarizers make all the difference in what I shoot outdoors. Never use it inside, or you will have to lighten up all your shots in editing. There is a lot of great advice on using a polarizer in books and internet, one of the best books on photography that I have is Bryan Peterson's "Understanding Exposure" He covers polarizers as well as many other important tips on photography, plus if you sign up, you can get weekly tips from his website. The UV filter is important to use when not using the polarizer because it will protect the lens from damage and dirt. It is much cheaper to replace a UV filter if it gets scratched than to replace a lens. I have both UV and polarizer for each of my lenses. Hope this is useful. Vicki Dixon
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If spot metering is critical to your photography/videography work, then the convenience this will bring in having everything built in may be worth the extra $300 for you as opposed to carrying an attachment that you may lose. Also, this thing is a tank. You really need to try to break this thing. If you accidentally drop the 458dr and the screen cracks, you could be having a lot of other issues unless you have a back-up light meter already. But if you don't have $300-worth of care for spot metering, then you could probably buy two 458drs and not worry about cracked screens.
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Seems quite neutral to me. I haven't tried to blow it to over 100% and look for CA's or anything like that. You get so many filters to play with, in my view, more than you would ever use. I took them out a couple of times to try the colours on a sunset. OK, but not entirely to my taste. Too obviously manipulated. The NG's and the ND's are the useful ones for me. They are cheap enough, to me, to be worth the learning curve as to what I would want to spend my $$ if more use turns out I need better. So far, 3 art landscape shoots of 100 frames + each, not yet.
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I bought this and think a polarizer is a good idea, just not this brand. As far as the comparison with a UV filter, it is not is that league. These filters turn on a collar. You turn them until you see the least reflection. You can reduce light reflection from glass, water, and it can deepen color by eliminating glare from light coming from different angles.The bad thing about this filter is that it is a little cheap, and they put it in a stupid square plastic case with a lot of slop. The filter slides all around in it, unlike a good tight round case. Get a better brand. Will it fit your lens? Yes, if it's 55 mm. I bought this and think a polarizer is a good idea, just not this brand. As far as the comparison with a UV filter, it is not is that league. These filters turn on a collar. You turn them until you see the least reflection. You can reduce light reflection from glass, water, and it can deepen color by eliminating glare from light coming from different angles.The bad thing about this filter is that it is a little cheap, and they put it in a stupid square plastic case with a lot of slop. The filter slides all around in it, unlike a good tight round case. Get a better brand. Will it fit... » Read More I bought this and think a polarizer is a good idea, just not this brand. As far as the comparison with a UV filter, it is not is that league. These filters turn on a collar. You turn them until you see the least reflection. You can reduce light reflection from glass, water, and it can deepen color by eliminating glare from light coming from different angles.The bad thing about this filter is that it is a little cheap, and they put it in a stupid square plastic case with a lot of slop. The filter slides all around in it, unlike a good tight round case. Get a better brand. Will it fit your lens? Yes, if it's 55 mm. « Show Less
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I would do it again without hesitation, I've had zero issues with this so far. There is difference in the feel vs Nikon's battery grip but no where near the difference in price! Small price to pay in my opinion - Hope this helps
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Thanks for your advice. Aperture would normally win with me also, but there's also the price difference to consider. I'm considering the Canon 10-22 mm, too, which is about the same price as the Tokina 11-16; that has the additional advantage of being much lighter, too. I'm really finding it very hard to make up my mind.
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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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Brandon. It doesn't say when you asked this question but I figured the answer out. First, I just purchased the last one that a storefront had for $289, so i'm sorry if I stole the lens from you :X. Second, the price is going to be interesting on this lens from here on out. It has been discontinued due to a recently announced new model. The question is how much will this new model cost? To my knowledge that hasn't been answered. I decided to snag it at this price because if the new model is upwards of $400 then it out of my price range anyway. If the new model comes out sub $400 this older model might tank in price. Supply and demand will dictate based on that information. As for big stores, I don't see you having much luck. Most did firesales and liquidated their stock already to mitigate the price risk. I can tell you that this is my first fixed lens for general photography. It hasnt even arrived yet, but when it does I plan to test it out. If its not to my liking I can resell it to you at the price I purchased + the tax I paid + shipping. I would generally just return it but that lowers your chance of it ending up in your hands. If this was a recent post just come back to me and I can show you proof that it hasn't even arrived yet :). Take care!