Questions tagged “lens protection”

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Do I need a UV or protective filter on an expensive lens, and is a premium one worth it?

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physicsboy

2y ago

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Can a lens cap scratch a lens if put on backwards, and are there safer cap designs?

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Photography Stack Exchange contributor

6y ago

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How can I protect a lens barrel and zoom/focus rings from scuffs without leaving residue?

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anon

6y ago

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Do I need a UV filter on a Panasonic 25mm f/1.7 for an Olympus OM-D E-M10 II?

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Photography Stack Exchange contributor

9y ago

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Should I choose a standard or slim clear filter for a 24–240mm lens?

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Photography Stack Exchange contributor

9y ago

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What UV filter should I use on a Nikon 50mm f/1.8 AF-S, and do I need one at all?

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Photography Stack Exchange contributor

9y ago

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If I can only use one, should I choose a UV filter or a lens hood?

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10y ago

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How should I pack a large telephoto prime lens for backpacking and air travel?

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Photography Stack Exchange contributor

10y ago

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Do I need a UV filter on a Nikon D5200 for basic nature photography?

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Photography Stack Exchange contributor

11y ago

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How can I protect a bulbous front lens element if the original cap is lost?

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11y ago

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How can you protect an ultra-wide lens with a protruding front element?

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Photography Stack Exchange contributor

11y ago

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Is the flare from a Hoya HMC protective filter acceptable?

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Photography Stack Exchange contributor

11y ago

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77mm lens cap alternatives that won’t press against a mounted filter

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Photography Stack Exchange contributor

12y ago

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Do UV filters still have a purpose on modern cameras beyond front-element protection?

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Photography Stack Exchange contributor

12y ago

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Do cheap UV filters reduce image quality when used only for lens protection?

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Photography Stack Exchange contributor

12y ago

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How effective is the Canon ES-52 hood on the EF 40mm f/2.8 STM pancake lens?

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12y ago

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Do cheap UV filters noticeably reduce image quality, even on inexpensive lenses?

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Photography Stack Exchange contributor

12y ago

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Do I need a polarizing filter for lens or sun protection?

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Photography Stack Exchange contributor

13y ago

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Does a UV/protective filter reduce or increase lens damage in a drop?

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Photography Stack Exchange contributor

13y ago

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Should I keep the lens hood on my 35mm f/1.8 all the time?

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13y ago

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