Unable to use the filter, how to protect lens ?
1727073
You just have to avoid exposing the front of the lens to rain etc..just ordinary care quite simply. Its a wonderful lens anyhow and I use it very often as my only lens together with 20/1.7 when traveling
1727074
It is common for many extreme wide angle and fisheye lenses to eliminate the front filter thread, since the filter would have to be very large to avoid vignetting. The Panasonic 7-14mm has an integral "petal" style hood that provides reasonable protection from accidental impact to the front element. As far as dust, dirt, water are concerned, you just have to be careful. I haven't had any problem yet.Also, if you actually want to use filters, there is a gel filter recess on the rear of the lens.In summary, I wouldn't let the lack of a protective filter prevent you from enjoying this excellent lens! It is common for many extreme wide angle and fisheye lenses to eliminate the front filter thread, since the filter would have to be very large to avoid vignetting. The Panasonic 7-14mm has an integral "petal" style hood that provides reasonable protection from accidental impact to the front element. As far as dust, dirt, water are concerned, you just have to be careful. I haven't had any problem yet.Also, if you actually want to use filters, there is a gel filter recess on the rear of the lens.In summary, I wouldn't let the lack of a protective filter... » Read More It is common for many extreme wide angle and fisheye lenses to eliminate the front filter thread, since the filter would have to be very large to avoid vignetting. The Panasonic 7-14mm has an integral "petal" style hood that provides reasonable protection from accidental impact to the front element. As far as dust, dirt, water are concerned, you just have to be careful. I haven't had any problem yet.Also, if you actually want to use filters, there is a gel filter recess on the rear of the lens.In summary, I wouldn't let the lack of a protective filter prevent you from enjoying this excellent lens! « Show Less
1727075
I had NO problem using the 52mm filters on my Lens.I use a neutral density filter to protect my lens.
1727076
The front element of this lens is so big and curving a filter and holder would have had to be huge so I can see the point of not having screw-on filter capability. Personally, I never use filters as I feel they get in the way of achieving maximum image sharpness as it's just more glass and surfaces to get dirty or reflect off angle glare or reflections. As others have pointed, most filter effects you can achieve with Photoshop. For protection, the slip on lens cap has been just fine for me, just came back from Yosemite, no problems. As others said, the cut-out sunshade hood works to protect the lens as well. I don't worry about damaging the front element and the super-wide angle view is worth the risk. The front element of this lens is so big and curving a filter and holder would have had to be huge so I can see the point of not having screw-on filter capability. Personally, I never use filters as I feel they get in the way of achieving maximum image sharpness as it's just more glass and surfaces to get dirty or reflect off angle glare or reflections. As others have pointed, most filter effects you can achieve with Photoshop. For protection, the slip on lens cap has been just fine for me, just came back from Yosemite, no problems. As others said, the cut-out sunshade hood works to protect... » Read More The front element of this lens is so big and curving a filter and holder would have had to be huge so I can see the point of not having screw-on filter capability. Personally, I never use filters as I feel they get in the way of achieving maximum image sharpness as it's just more glass and surfaces to get dirty or reflect off angle glare or reflections. As others have pointed, most filter effects you can achieve with Photoshop. For protection, the slip on lens cap has been just fine for me, just came back from Yosemite, no problems. As others said, the cut-out sunshade hood works to protect the lens as well. I don't worry about damaging the front element and the super-wide angle view is worth the risk. « Show Less
1727077
There is no way. There is no filter thread so no extra lens hood or filter can be attached. The built in lemns hod provides some protection. I try to keep the lens cap on between sorts, but that's not too handy.
1727078
You just have to avoid exposing the front of the lens to rain etc..just ordinary care quite simply. It´s a wonderful lens anyhow and I use it very often as my only lens together with 20/1.7 when traveling
1727079
keep the lens cap on whenever not using. otherwise just be careful. all fisheye and ultra wideangle lenses will be like that...
1727080
It certainly is a big bulbous thing that is very susceptible to harm. Many, if not most, serious photographers and pros ask why stick an inferior piece of glass in front of an expensive one. Having said that, the lens cover is VERY robust and there is a non-removeable hood that provides some protection. It saved my lens when the strap came loose on my camera and it hit the stair at the Space Museum at Dulles.Good luck because the lens while wonderful is not cheap!
98858
The lens is not glass. You should be able to very carefully remove the lenses.
623633
Take a little dish washing liquid, coat the inside of the lense and leave it overnight. Rinse the lense clean with water in the morning and let air dry. that should solve the problem.
1194138
The manual says: "Insert a small flat-bladed screwdriver into the slot at one end of the light lens. Carefully pry the lens out." I would use a rag of some kind of padding between the lens and the housing when prying. Good luck!
83928
There is a lock somewhere outside the lens near the body. This might prevent you from changing the focal length.
2235087
Kay, sounds like you may have lost your original hood? If so, and it were me, I would order the 58mm filter lens adapter and the 58mm lens hood and tethered lens cap. That way you are not only replacing the hood but making possible to use standard lens filters in the camera. The hood that comes with the camera doesn't allow for this. The adapter has come down in price on Amazon. Then get a set of filters.
783519
Hi Denise I would start with a skylight 1a or a polarizing filter to protect the lens the lens will have a sign and a number underneath the sign is a circle with a diagonal line through it going from top right to bottom left followed by a number 46 52 67 etc this two figure number is the filter size for that lens
1050051
From what I can tell the outer covering is not the lens, but rather a UV filter of some sort. The lens itself is far behind the outer covering. So the lens is protected by default. I don't know the camera (yet) but I have been researching it a great deal and am knowledgeable about cameras.
17759
Try to find a 37mm lens cap, if not possible replace with a 37mm UV filter, I use it, instead of the lens cap.
396681
You need to check the diameter of your lens. This should be given on the front of your lens in small type - a circle with a vertical line (meaning diameter) through it followed by two digits - such as 77mm. Match that diameter to filters and lens hoods. I use this lens hood myself with a UV filter in place.
85266
I have no idea. I will double check on the lens cover itself. I no longer have the box.
914857
Did you try cleaning the lens. Try a Q-Tip and some alcohol. See it that works.
2167916
Hey Aaron, I actually haven't used a filter with this lens/camera setup yet. I am afraid that my NX1100 is not living up to what I had hoped and may soon find a good home. Hope you have better luck with yours!
1571075
I will answer as soon as possible. I am still waiting for my filters and adapters and LCD covers before I take my camera anywhere to take any photos. I just want to be safe. I scratched the lens and LCD on my last camera when I fell down, so I am trying to be extra careful. I will keep this email so I can remember to answer your question. Have you tried manual though? Going to the highest ISO would probably help with that.
171727
I did not have any problems I use case with adapter ring + filter + the larger lens cover. I have been useing this protective cover for over 30 days now on daily basis still very happy with my purchase.
41503
It is a fisheye lens with a 180 degree view so standard filters do not fit. (My lens cap is now loose and keeps falling off so just be aware that this may also happen to you. I took the lens hood to the local camera shop and they inserted fresh tape on the inside of the hood to grip the lens).
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I noticed this in one of mine as well. HCO Customer Service responded quickly: "The filter in front of the lens is supposed to be floating around when it's not powered."