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Hey, TPF.
I've noticed a lot of conflicting information about filters. It actually seems to get to the point of becoming a "UV Filter 24/7" vs "Just Use a Lens Hood" holy war... and you can sleep easy knowing that's not what I'm going to ask. I've already decided that.
What I have been wondering about is another common thing I've heard about filters. Apparently, there is no harm in buying the largest filter you will need and then using a step up adapter for each lens that you own. I do, however, have some concerns about this that a much more experienced photographer may be able to shed some light on:
Thanks for reading. Any insight into this problem is appreciated.
I've noticed a lot of conflicting information about filters. It actually seems to get to the point of becoming a "UV Filter 24/7" vs "Just Use a Lens Hood" holy war... and you can sleep easy knowing that's not what I'm going to ask. I've already decided that.
What I have been wondering about is another common thing I've heard about filters. Apparently, there is no harm in buying the largest filter you will need and then using a step up adapter for each lens that you own. I do, however, have some concerns about this that a much more experienced photographer may be able to shed some light on:
- Having a large step-up adapter on a small lens seems a bit precarious at best. Is it likely that a simple bump could mess up the threads on the lens?
- If I have a huge filter on a lens then I must only be able to use a large lens hood. Would such a large hood on a normal or wide lens cause severe vignetting?
- If I only need to buy one of each filter then I can afford a higher quality filter. If I spend about $30-60 on a filter then would it probably do any lens justice?
- What filters are actually necessary to use? The general consensus seems to be: UV, CPL and maybe GND, VND (UV being necessary because I currently shoot on film, or is it only really necessary in extreme situations?)
- Is 77mm a decent maximum filter size? I can't see myself using anything that large any time soon
Thanks for reading. Any insight into this problem is appreciated.