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Methodical
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Does anyone still use UV filters on their lenses? Do you use them, if so why? Do they affect image quality?

Just curious.

Thanks...Al



Dec 15, 2014 at 10:39 PM
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Hi. I do. They adversely affect IQ at night with strong, artificial light sources. Otherwise not at all.

Now, I'd rather pick up quality clear filters, but they're uncommon locally.

I can barely afford the gear I do have so tend to care for it as much as possible. I also have no insurance and no relationship with CPS.

I know the argument that using a filter could lead to greater damage - the filter smashing and scratching the front element - but I think it's mostly apocryphal and people like to drag it out as 'proof'.

There are a lot of wealthy people here at FM who can easily afford repairs or replacements and they seem as if protection doesn't matter. Lens hoods are lens hoods and protect in a different way. Plus, many anti-filter folk seem to ignore or gloss over the fact that Canon states weathersealing in some lenses is only complete with a filter.

So, yeah, use high quality clears depending on your shooting style and subject.

For gentle, fair weather landscapes or studio portraits - don't bother.



Dec 15, 2014 at 10:52 PM
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Methodical wrote:
Does anyone still use UV filters on their lenses? Do you use them, if so why? Do they affect image quality?

Just curious.

Thanks...Al


Some of the Canon lenses have inferior weather sealing and need a filter in the front. Otherwise it is useful in conditions where the front is likely to receive some dirt, mud, sand, acids, etc. I would not use a filter for physical impact protection. An advantage of a filter is that it can become cruddy and then quickly removed to reveal a clean surface. As mentioned above, it's not a good idea for night lights or sunrises/sunsets, extra-high contrast scenes etc.

EBH



Dec 15, 2014 at 10:59 PM
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...acids.

I'd definitely use a protective filter for one of those Aliens documentaries.



Dec 15, 2014 at 11:54 PM
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Actually I was also thinking that some basic solutions with dissolved minerals can be worse.

EBH



Dec 15, 2014 at 11:56 PM
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...back to basics.

(sorry, I should be )



Dec 15, 2014 at 11:58 PM
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I'm just curious because I have a few UV/PL filters (Hoyas) that I purchased when I got into photography and thinking of selling. I used them a couple times back then, but have not used them in years. I asked because I haven't seen much mentioned about filters lately. I'm thinking of keeping maybe one of the UV filters.

Would you put one a 70-200II?

Thanks for the feedback...Al

Edited on Dec 16, 2014 at 01:42 AM · View previous versions



Dec 16, 2014 at 12:34 AM
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Well of course polarizers can be very useful on many lenses, including a 70-200.

EBH



Dec 16, 2014 at 12:39 AM
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Like Paul Mo....I have switched to the "clear" versions of higher grade.

While the debate is never ending....I shoot mostly motor sports and with a high
energy car going by throwing up dust and debris...I have found its better that the
filter take the abuse...instead of the front element.

Yes...I have one on my 70-200 2.8 vsII......and it works great!!



Dec 16, 2014 at 12:40 AM
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I never use them.


Dec 16, 2014 at 01:30 AM
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I use them constantly in adverse conditions
If it's an indoor shoot or a primarily indoor lens, no
All my outdoor-only lenses have filters just to protect from mist/dust



Dec 16, 2014 at 02:15 AM
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i used them at one time... not anymore tho


Dec 16, 2014 at 03:51 AM
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I use the 100% black filters known as lens caps.


Dec 16, 2014 at 04:09 AM
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I've never used any kind of protective filter on a lens. To protect my lenses, I always use a hood. On the other hand I think circular polarizers are great. I have several and use them quite often.


Dec 16, 2014 at 04:38 AM
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Yes, hoods are very good 100% clear filters that add some protection.


Dec 16, 2014 at 04:45 AM
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Monito wrote:
Yes, hoods are very good 100% clear filters that add some protection.


I have to disagree. I live in Alaska and shoot outside....between the dust and snow and rain and whatnot, I need the protection. I've learned the hard way and damaged lens coatings even with the hood in place. If I shot in a studio, I wouldn't use them.

There is no "correct" answer here. If you buy them, get the good ones with multicoating.



Dec 16, 2014 at 05:21 AM
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I don't use protective filters, clear or UV. I'm certainly not wealthy and I have read and understand Canon's weather sealing recommendation regarding filters.

I do use "black filters", CPL's and lens hoods.



Dec 16, 2014 at 07:55 AM
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I learned the hard way. Shooting a rodeo up close, I had a rock fly up put a chip into my lens...even though I had a lens hood on. I've since been shooting rodeos with a UV filter and had one of those filters cracked.

I also learned to use UV filters when shooting at the ocean. I have a couple of filters and as one gets dirty with sea spray and sand, I'll switch to the other filter. It is a lot easier to carefully clean a filter in your hands than a lens.

Everyone shoots in different conditions, some not requiring a filter to protect the lens...but in some situations it just makes sense to use a filter.

Ymmv.



Dec 16, 2014 at 08:19 AM
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I use the B+W Nano UV filters on all my lenses. Never had a problem with them. I shoot night games and even then I have never seen any added reflections from bright light sources.

I use hoods as well but as Chez said, they aren't very good at stopping dirt/rocks from hitting the front element.



Dec 16, 2014 at 08:37 AM
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Monito wrote:
I use the 100% black filters known as lens caps.


I do use those.

I have an article on the pros and cons of filter use here: http://www.gdanmitchell.com/2007/12/27/uv-filter-or-not

Dan



Dec 16, 2014 at 11:03 AM
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