What UV filter is best for the Nikon D90 kit lens on this page? What is a good UV filter to buy to protect my lens that came with the kit for the Nikon D90?
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As trivial as it may seem, don't skimp on a filter. You have a nice camera, so get a MULTI-COATED filter from someone like B&W, Heliopan, or Hoya. The multi-coatings reduce flare and reflections, just like your multi-coated Nikon lens -- again, don't skimp, it'll truly reduce the quality of your photo's especially in sunlight. The size of the filter should be imprinted on the lens, and yes, it's 67mm. A good filter is somewhere in the $50 neighborhood.
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Yes, every lens will you use a different filter size. Some will be the same, but there are quite a few different ones. If you go to the Nikon USA website and search your lens, there will be a filter size listed in the details page.
1965613
Thanks for your interest in our item. The filters that come with this kit are UV/CPL/ND8.
1337726
It is best to not use a clear filter. A UV/clear filter can indeed affect image quality, particularly when the sun is in the frame. This can result in some rather un-attractive flare and blobs. As long as you keep the hood on when shooting, the front element should be protected, unless you are unreasonably hard with your gear.
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HOYA or B&W. It's good to have some ND filters (reduce the amount of light to prevent blown out highlights and to be able to shoot at widest aperture while shooting during bright daytime) or circular polarizer (cut down the reflection/ and some light). UV filter is good only to protect the lens, in my opinion.
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What lens cap would I buy to use with this camera if there is a UV or clear coated filter?
1398053
On a business trip to NY my husband stopped in at B&H; Photo to find a UV filter for the SX20 IS. They tried both 58mm and 52mm in all brands and nothing fit. I found online an adapter from Lensmate (http://lensmateonline.com/newsite/SX10SX1.html). Great discussion on attaching filters. Has anyone purchased this and what's your recommendation.
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Yeah, I used nikons lens cleaner solution and it messed up the filter. There smudge marks now stuck on the filter and cant get it off or that could be the coating that most likely came off.
502285
I erroniouslly purchased the non coated version for my wife. She is a sunrise/sunset photographer. The non coated version allowed significant lense flare when pointed into the sun. While on vacation, we met another photographer who had the coated UVA filter. She had the same problem we did, only bought the MRC and hasn't had a problem since. I have since purchased a B+W UVA MRC filter for her, among other stupidly expensive filters, but I have wasted enough money buying items "on the cheap" for her hobby to know that you get what you pay for. I buy B+W exclusively for her 5D Mk ii and L series lenses.
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I still don't get it.DO I or DON'T I need to buy a lens adapter to use a UV filter in this camera?!Different people are saying totally different things.Some say you can thread a 52 mm filter directly into the camera, others say you need to buy an adapter and a 58mm filter.I and all other people reading this thread would be very thankful if some compassionate soul would clarify this important topic for us once and for all.Thank you!
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The one I bought was a77mm (C). I'm pleased with it's performance using it primarily to protect an expensive lens from wind-blown desert sand. If you Google around you can find info and test results where it did quite nicely. Try http://www.lenstip.com/113.4-article-UV_filters_test_Description_of_the_results_and_summary.html
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Just a novice, but I installed a 52mm screw-on UV filter on the front of the lens to protect it from scratches. This keeps dirt off the lens and allows me to clean only the filter with alcohol wipes without fear of damaging the lens. If the UV filter gets scratched, it is easily, and most importantly, inexpensively replaced. Check with a real camera store for cleaning materials for lenses. On-line searches for camera forums should also provide a wealth of information.
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Hello,I use B+W 39mm UV filter - check ebay. Lens hood and pancake lens? Don' t do it, it realy makes no sense. Br, Uros
980709
i have the same question,i have 52mm filter kit but it does not fit in my 18-55 mm lens for my nikon d1500?any suggestions?
334179
UV filter is pretty much just a lens protector. And I agree with Austin, get a circular polarizer. Also a ND filter is great for water shots, it'll let you have a longer shutter to get that milky look to the water.
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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.
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The kit is a great price for some starter filters. The filters are not the best, but that doesn't mean they don't work at all. I have found that the UV filter does help. I think most people buy a kit like this as a starter then add more expensive filters as they go.