Is it possible to use an external UV filter to protect the lens? If so, what diameter?
260551
No, the lens come with a protective front element and there is no possibility to attach any additional front protection.
260552
Sean is wrong about the protective front element. Canon determined that it was extremely rare that the protective front element in the version I ever was damaged in 20 years of having this lens on the market, so they removed it from this version 2 to bring the weight down to 8 pounds. There is no filter thread on the front so you have to always use the lens hood to protect the glass.
260553
In my limited experience, I would say no. the largest filters I have seen are 77mm. This lens has a a drop-in 52mm "behind the lens" mechanism, should you require the use of filters. I can say that w/o the uv protector, this lens doesn't collect any more dust than my lenses that have protection. Perhaps its the long hood, i'm not sure, but happy anyway.
1947237
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.
1029096
I only use one lens for this camera, the 20 mm F1.7 prime lens, for which I do not use filters. I've never used UV filters and have not missed them.
41504
Dear Patricia, you will not be able to fit any screw-in filters to this lens. This is because the front element is curved and it is protected by the built-in petal-shaped hood. Although this hood appears to have a screw thread it is actually just a series of circles (presumably to disperse any stray light that hits it). The only thing you can do to protect it is to always use the the push-on lens cap supplied when the lens is not being used. Best wishes, Simon (yatescameras.com)
908446
Like others have said, those items came with the lens, but I can't attest to the part numbers. Get yourself a UV filter to protect the front end.
664509
There is no thread on the inner lip of front glass of this lens. So it is difficult to see how it would accept a filter. On page 195 of the Owner's Manual, there is a discussion of Protection Filters. However, the filters mentioned are e.g. DMW-LMC52. This is a 52 mm filter that threads onto the camera's lens, not onto the DMW-LT55. It is possible to leave the DMW-LMC52 filter in place but it will not protect the DMW-LT55 lens. The diameter of the front of the DMW-LT55 lens, which is exposed, is ~ 75 mm. So, the bottom line is that I cannot protect the outside glass of my DMW-LT55.
630850
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
1936320
Yes...But this is a heavy gel made to go over a light, NOT the quality of gel filters made to cover a lens.I'm sure it would degrade the image. Also it is shipped rolled and never looses its curl.
805053
My 58mm B+W UV filters both came in a 77mm case... they slide around a lot horizontally, but I don't think the glass ends up touching anything..
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.
404899
what size filter does your lens take? the sun shade that is pictured is a 52mm. if they are the same, then "the glove fits". Bob
1979805
I do not recommend filters unless it will optically improve an image. If the filter gets broken, it will scratch up and damage the glass on the front of the lens. Lens hoods can protect the front glass to a degree. That's what I use-hoods all the time.
1466523
Yes, but the UV filter screws between the adapter & the Lense. Hope this helps. Cheers
1026381
If you are taking snapshots with a DSLR then almost any UV filter can protect the lens. I prefer to spend minimal time in post production and typically purchase B&W; because they seem to have the best coatings and glass. Some less expensive filters will produce strange distortions and colors in photographs.
314581
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.
1273198
You can use the hood because is hooked from the outer side of the lense, the uv filter is hooked in the inside of the lens
161771
By performing a Google Shopping search of 'nex7 uv filter' the items returning are almost all 49mm in diameter and you're inquiring about a 77mm filter. I'm going to GUESS and say no but 'your mileage may differ'. Hope this helps!