Luka, the Distagon is known for being very sensitive to flare, even without the filter. The older Contax seems to have been even worse in that regard. As you say, you didn\'t have a problem with the Leica lens under the same conditions. That is why IMHO it is better to trust our own experience rather than anecdotal reports. You had a problem with the filter so you removed it. That solved the problem. I don\'t have a problem with the filter, maybe because I don\'t shoot in such conditions, or maybe because I don\'t own a lens that is sensitive to flare. One thing for sure, it doesn\'t improve the IQ, but in most cases, it doesn\'t degrade it to a noticeable extent either, and it provides protection against scratches and nicks, cleaning marks, and dust/rain. It does not protect against bumps, falls and shocks. So each can decide based on their priorities, me thinks.
Mar 05, 2012 at 02:08 PM
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