Comments on: What is a good UV filter for a Nikon D40 lens? Will an inexpensive one ruin pictures?

By: Edwin

Edwin — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 07:14:59 +0000

Never yield to the temptation to “cheap out” when buying filters. Buy known brands such as B+W, TIFFEN, HOYA, SINGH-RAY, HELIOPAN. I am currently using a TIFFEN polarizer I bought 35 years ago.

In fact, don’t be tempted to “cheap out” when buying any camera accessories. This is especially true of tripods as well as filters.
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By: fhotoace

fhotoace — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 07:03:59 +0000

There are only a few filter makers. Hoya, B&W and Tiffen are three. There are other goods one out there.

Probably a filter you pay in the $35 range, will not "ruin" your photos. It is only there to protect the front element of your lens. Make sure it is Super Multi-coated.
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