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?
819229
Absolutely. It's effects are only evident when polarizing UV light; i.e. Blue skies with perpendicular sunlight.
819230
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.
334177
You need a UV filter. Trust me, better for a $10 UV filter to get scrtched then your lens. And a circular polarizer is a must have especially since your shooting water shots.
2030470
i'm not sure, it doesn't mention anything about UV filters anywhere on the box.
270522
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.
1701060
Ive found these to be very nice filters. No glare that wasn't already existent in the lens to begin with. No UV filter will wipe out all glare or lens flares that are already from the lens. The key is to not add any more of its own.
1979807
No filters are 'required' per se; however, I strongly recommend purchasing an inexpensive 67mm UV filter to protect the front element from scratches or damage. Multi-coated filters will reduce glare and reflections on the lens and glass filters are more scratch resistant and typically better optically than plastic. After destroying a more expensive Hoya, I am currently using the AGFA 67mm Digital Multi Coated Ultra Violet (UV) Filter (Protector) APUVF67Within 2 weeks of purchasing my lens, I pulled it out of the bag and my filter was shattered. I don't recall any dropping the bag or any significant impact but I was glad the damage was to a $40 filter rather than a $600 lens. No filters are 'required' per se; however, I strongly recommend purchasing an inexpensive 67mm UV filter to protect the front element from scratches or damage. Multi-coated filters will reduce glare and reflections on the lens and glass filters are more scratch resistant and typically better optically than plastic. After destroying a more expensive Hoya, I am currently using the AGFA 67mm Digital Multi Coated Ultra Violet (UV) Filter (Protector) APUVF67Within 2 weeks of purchasing my lens, I pulled it out of the bag and my filter was shattered. I don't recall any dropping the... » Read More No filters are 'required' per se; however, I strongly recommend purchasing an inexpensive 67mm UV filter to protect the front element from scratches or damage. Multi-coated filters will reduce glare and reflections on the lens and glass filters are more scratch resistant and typically better optically than plastic. After destroying a more expensive Hoya, I am currently using the AGFA 67mm Digital Multi Coated Ultra Violet (UV) Filter (Protector) APUVF67Within 2 weeks of purchasing my lens, I pulled it out of the bag and my filter was shattered. I don't recall any dropping the bag or any significant impact but I was glad the damage was to a $40 filter rather than a $600 lens. « Show Less
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There is an adapter ring that must be screwed on to the front of the lens - it's a little tricky to get it to stay there. Once that is on you can screw on any of the filters. I only use the uv filter, mostly as protection from dust and scratching. There is a lens cover that fits over the added filters, but it is sometimes more trouble than it is worth, especially when I want the camera ready for quick shots. I have not used the macro filters at all, so can't say anything about them, or the polarizer or fluorescent filters either. And I couldn't make the rubber hood work - it shows up in the photos as rounded edges. There is an adapter ring that must be screwed on to the front of the lens - it's a little tricky to get it to stay there. Once that is on you can screw on any of the filters. I only use the uv filter, mostly as protection from dust and scratching. There is a lens cover that fits over the added filters, but it is sometimes more trouble than it is worth, especially when I want the camera ready for quick shots. I have not used the macro filters at all, so can't say anything about them, or the polarizer or fluorescent filters either. And I couldn't make the rubber hood work - it shows up in the... » Read More There is an adapter ring that must be screwed on to the front of the lens - it's a little tricky to get it to stay there. Once that is on you can screw on any of the filters. I only use the uv filter, mostly as protection from dust and scratching. There is a lens cover that fits over the added filters, but it is sometimes more trouble than it is worth, especially when I want the camera ready for quick shots. I have not used the macro filters at all, so can't say anything about them, or the polarizer or fluorescent filters either. And I couldn't make the rubber hood work - it shows up in the photos as rounded edges. « Show Less
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This isn't a filter. You should use a filter with it. I always install two 10" filters before the UV light. Usually the first will have a 5 micron string filter and the second one a carbon block filter. Taking the particulates/sediment out of the water makes the UV system more efficient. At least that is the way it was explained to me. As of yesterday, I've installed 4 of these units.
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If your filter has threads on both sides like most of them do then you should be fine but you will get progressively worse vignetting the more you stack things. Unless you need the filter for some artistic effect you are better off without it. (Always.)
956858
UV absorbing? i have no idea, I use a UV filter as a lens protector, but alot of pro photographers say they never use them. As for anti-reflective, Yes: by turning the filter glass, you can choose, anti-reflective or not.
841222
The XL does not have a UV light in it, which is why it costs less. The UV light is good for killing pathogens in the air. Both have air filters, though. We already have UV-equipped air filters so didn't need to pay for it in the infrared furnace. If your home is moldy, or if you have health concerns, then having a UV filter can be a good thing - but it doesn't have to be part of the infrared heater.
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
1337733
I attach low cost clear filters on all of my lenses for protection from dusts, deposits and finger prints on the glass. Thus, I have never wiped, never contacted the lens glass. I clean the filters by using water from reverse osmosis in my kitchen whenever I find deposits and/or dusts on the filter glass. To my tests, I do not see my low cost filters make any adverse effects on the pictures taken by myself.
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.
1715200
The UV on this type system must be last. If it were not the many impurities in the water that the other filters remove would coat the UV chamber and render it almost useless. If you are on a very good water system and are worried about ridding the water of any bacteria acquired in delivery to your home there are some whole house UV systems available but all have pre-filter requirements.
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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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Theoretically no, but I prefer having a filter on EVERY lens I have at all times. That way I don't have to worry about making switches, or ruining a lens without a filter