C100: UV Filter to protect lens?

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xocomil

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Just wondering if anyone uses a UV filter to protect their lenses. I haven't yet, but with purchase of C100 and some new (and some used) glass I'm wondering if it makes sense. But have also read it affects image quality.

Thanks!
 
Always filter my lenses. Would rather scratch even a 100 buck plus filter than any of my lens glass.

I shoot fishing for a living, lots of saltwater and sand everywhere, so I always have a filter on the front, usually a circ pol.

Phil
 
Always put UV filters on every lens, most especially with a new camera while you get used to handling it.
We use B+W .. buy once cry once.

Cheers.
 
I use UV filters as well. If I don't have them on the front of my lens for protection I kinda feel uncomfortable lol.

I see some manufacturers also have "digital filters" designed for digital video cameras that filter both UV and IR. I beleieve the Cinema EOS range has IR filters built in but I'm guessing the purpose built external filters will do a better job. Just wondering if they are worth the extra $$ as I need to get 2 new ones, and I'm more concerned about exceptional image quality than price, though I'd rather not throw money away on something that's not needed.

Example:

Heliopan 77mm Digital Glass Filter ~$300. Filters UV and IR
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/156804-REG/Heliopan_707786_77mm_Digital_Glass_Filter.html

Heliopan 77mm UV Haze Filter, almost half the price at ~$160. Filters UV only
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/232474-REG/Heliopan_707711_77mm_UV_Haze_SH_PMC.html
 
I don't use any UV filters to just protect my lens. I used to do that half a decade back, but not now. Why to use expensive L series Canon lenses, just to slap a cheap UV filter in front of it? However, expensive the filters might be, they won't be as good as the lenses.

I film and shoot in extremely dusty conditions in India's forests. In wildlife filming and photography in India, dust is your constant companion. If I am not filming, I immediately replace the lens cap. I have dropped my lenses. I hope that situation doesn't happen again. However, if it happens, then a UV filter in the front end of the lens is more prone to break and maul the lens.

I have seen people use some incredibly dusty UV filters and shoot. And for that matter, people using long telephoto lenses with a clear filter at the back hardly remove them. Just keep a blower to gently blow away the dust. With little bit of care you can avoid using UV filters.
 
I agree 100% with my Indian friend above. Rules, cap that lens whenever you're not shooting. Have a Giottos rocket on hand at all times. As India wilds said - if youve got expensive glass on there, why shoot through a UV filter that does 0 and can cause other issues?
 
Matt Turner said:
I use UV filters as well. If I don't have them on the front of my lens for protection I kinda feel uncomfortable lol.

I see some manufacturers also have "digital filters" designed for digital video cameras that filter both UV and IR. I beleieve the Cinema EOS range has IR filters built in but I'm guessing the purpose built external filters will do a better job. Just wondering if they are worth the extra $$ as I need to get 2 new ones, and I'm more concerned about exceptional image quality than price, though I'd rather not throw money away on something that's not needed.

Example:

Heliopan 77mm Digital Glass Filter ~$300. Filters UV and IR
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/156804-REG/Heliopan_707786_77mm_Digital_Glass_Filter.html

Heliopan 77mm UV Haze Filter, almost half the price at ~$160. Filters UV only
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/232474-REG/Heliopan_707711_77mm_UV_Haze_SH_PMC.html
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I would not use filters that add some color...... but there are just clear filters
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/438304-REG/Tiffen_W77DIGULTCLR_77mm_Digital_Ultra_Clear.html
 
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