Are there any threads so I can use a clear filter over the lens? (and if so, what diameter?) Many thanks.
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Yes there are, but you need to also buy the Olympus CLA-12 Converter Adapter (or the knock-off) in order to use filters. The converter adapter is a tube that screws into the threads on the XZ-2's lens on one end and has 55mm threads on the other. You can then use 55mm filters or Olympus's TCON and MCON lenses with the XZ-2. http://www.amazon.com/Olympus-V321120BW000-Adapter-CLA-12-Black/dp/B00770BYVA/
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Yes there are, but you need to also buy the Olympus CLA-12 Converter Adapter (or the knock-off) in order to use filters. The converter adapter is a tube that screws into the threads on the XZ-2's lens on one end and has 55mm threads on the other. You can then use 55mm filters or Olympus's TCON and MCON lenses with the XZ-2.Olympus Lens Adapter CLA-12 for XZ-1 & XZ-2 (Black)
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Dear Narmina, are you asking for the kit lens? Then it is a 40.5mm thread size. Otherwise, it will depend on the lens, as each e-mount lens has a different thread size. I don't know how much you know about photography, but having a multi-coated UV filter ALL the time is always a good idea to protect the lens (unless you have another filter on it, of course). I tend to have the UV and a Circular Polarizer for most of my glass. B+W and Hoya are my preferred brands (Tiffen would come third, with some good filter too). There's no point buying a good lens and putting a cheap filter on top of it. Hope it helps.
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I don't have a filter for this lens, but the thread diameter noted on the front of the lens is 62mm. You can also check all lens specs at the fujifilm website.
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My adapter ring had threads to screw into the end of the lens. You have to be very careful, so to not cross thread it and ruin it while attaching the ring. But mine screwed into place and has been very useful. I keep the UV filter on all the time, so I don't scratch the lens.
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Sorry Keith and Kenneth, you are both incorrect, I have the S1 in front of me and there clearly are threads on the front of the lens, in fact the furnished lens cap snaps into those threads. Fuji just wants us to buy their expensive adapter requiring an expensive 72mm filter. Measuring the threads they appear to be 53.5 or 54mm I don't have a precision caliper but a 52mm is slightly too small and a 55mm is slightly too large. 53.5mm & 54mm adapters are rare so I am convinced Fuji deliberately did this to discourage one from just buying a regular filter.
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Theres a ring that comes off. Its been a while since ive used mine but you may need to screw on ring to lens first then add the lens adapter. Or try with out the ring? Also it only fitd on my kit lens. Check thread size
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Many thanks for replying. Have just ordered an adapter ( cheaply), as I only wanted the lens to play around with. Lesson learnt ; Hubby cannot buy lenses without me knowing what he's paying out for !!
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My filter is larger, but I assume similar. I assume your lens hood somehow screws inside the lens barrel. If it's external, this filter won't work. I believe the threads are a major weakness with Tiffin filters. Mine sports a front thread that's very shallow, so I doubt a lens hood would have much to hold on to.
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There were two different versions of this lens, with different size filters. Look for a circle with a slash through it on the front of the lens. The number beside this is the size you need. Ebay is the best place to find one. Hope this works for you.
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It's 35mm thread. Some versions of the lens may different thread sizes, but the one from Rainbow is 35mm. (BTW, I'm not conflating the focal length with the filter thread size. Both happen to be 35mm.)
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Gregory, I am sorry but the GE x500 does not have filter threads. Personally I get very large filters, say 73mm and hold them in front of the lens. I do this and it works out fine.
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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.
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There are a couple external devices available, that attach over the Lens hood. They are pretty pricey. Check with B&H; Photo
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What you should probably look for is 37mm threaded lenses that have a 37mm thread inside of them so you can put the filter on the camera and then the lens on the filter...
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Yes, there is a plastic adapter ring that snaps over the lens. It has the threads to hold filters and is also how you can attach a lens cap. I keep it and a clear filter on all the time. It uses 46 mm filters. It is not strong, and can pop off. The adapter also holds the camera the right distance from whatever you set it on to use the microscope feature with the built in lights.
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P. Hudson,I made it look confusing. I think the lense thread is 60mm. The adapter would be 60mm to 67mm to accept the 67mm filters. That's the best guess I can come up with.
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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.