Filter advice

Saginus · 27th of April 2012 (Fri)

Already have UV filter, Need to get CPL filter narrowed down three options, plz tell me which to buy

Zeikos ZE-FLK67 67mm Multi-Coated 3 Piece Filter Kit (UV-CPL-FLD) .. 10 for 3
http://www.amazon.com/Zeikos-ZE-FLK6..._3109903011_11

Opteka 67mm High Definition² Professional 5 Piece Filter Kit includes UV, CPL, FL, ND4 and 10x Macro Lens....MACRO FILTER, ND will be a plus..
http://www.amazon.com/Opteka-Definit...5580242&sr=1-2

OR
A single HOYA CPL?
http://www.amazon.com/Hoya-Circular-...5580379&sr=1-4

All have very good reviews on amazon..

Jon · 27th of April 2012 (Fri)

None of the above. Even the Hoya doesn't look to be multi-coated. Hoya has some good product lines; the one you posted just doesn't happen to be one. For a CPL (or any round filter short of extreme ND) get one of these three: B+W MRC, Heliopan SH-PMC or Hoya (S-HMC, HD, or Pro-1 lines). This sticky is aimed at the protective filters, but the quality issue applies across the board.

Saginus · 29th of April 2012 (Sun)

Thanks Jon. looks like i got some saving to do..

tvphotog · 29th of April 2012 (Sun)

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Originally Posted by Saginus

Thanks Jon. looks like i got some saving to do..

Also, check in at www.2filter.com. They have some of the best prices on the web, and a real human who answers the phone and will talk to you all you want about filter quality and price. Unlike Maxsavers and other HK sites, 2filter is in New Hampshire and an authorized dealer for B+W and other high end filters.

The website itself is torture, but drill in and you'll find some answers before you call.

sandpiper · 29th of April 2012 (Sun)

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Originally Posted by Saginus

All have very good reviews on amazon..

Which goes to show that Amazon reviews mean bog all.

Of the three options the Hoya is the only one that might do a decent job, although it may Cause IQ issues under some circumstances. The first two are garbage and will degrade just about every shot you take with them on. If using filters, use GOOD ones, you get what you pay for.

27th of April 2012 (Fri)	#1
Saginus Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: San diego Posts: 69	Filter advice Already have UV filter, Need to get CPL filter narrowed down three options, plz tell me which to buy Zeikos ZE-FLK67 67mm Multi-Coated 3 Piece Filter Kit (UV-CPL-FLD) .. 10 for 3 http://www.amazon.com/Zeikos-ZE-FLK6..._3109903011_11 Opteka 67mm High Definition² Professional 5 Piece Filter Kit includes UV, CPL, FL, ND4 and 10x Macro Lens....MACRO FILTER, ND will be a plus.. http://www.amazon.com/Opteka-Definit...5580242&sr=1-2 OR A single HOYA CPL? http://www.amazon.com/Hoya-Circular-...5580379&sr=1-4 All have very good reviews on amazon.. __________________ ================================================== Canon T3i, Tamron AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di-II Non-VC, 50mm f/1.8, Dolica AX620B100 62-Inch Proline Ball Head Tripod, Hoya HMC Haze UV(0) - Filter - UV - 67 mm, HOYA CPL, HOYA Warm filter, STK battery Last edited by Saginus : 27th of April 2012 (Fri) at 21:40.

27th of April 2012 (Fri)	#2
Jon Moderator Cocker Spaniel Mod Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Kensington, MD USA Posts: 65,142	Re: Filter advice None of the above. Even the Hoya doesn't look to be multi-coated. Hoya has some good product lines; the one you posted just doesn't happen to be one. For a CPL (or any round filter short of extreme ND) get one of these three: B+W MRC, Heliopan SH-PMC or Hoya (S-HMC, HD, or Pro-1 lines). This sticky is aimed at the protective filters, but the quality issue applies across the board. __________________ Jon ---------- EOS, Powershot and Domke - it doesn't get any better than this! T90 and stuff \| F-1n, New F-1, FTb and more stuff out on loan Cocker Spaniels Maryland and Virginia activities *DC Cherry Blossoms* Image Posting Rules and Image Posting FAQ Report SPAM, Don't Answer It! (link) PERSONAL MESSAGING REGARDING SELLING OR BUYING ITEMS WITH MEMBERS WHO HAVE NO POSTS IN FORUMS AND/OR WHO YOU DO NOT KNOW FROM FORUMS IS HEREBY DECLARED STRICTLY STUPID AND YOU WILL GET BURNED.

29th of April 2012 (Sun)	#3
Saginus Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: San diego Posts: 69	Re: Filter advice Thanks Jon. looks like i got some saving to do.. __________________ ================================================== Canon T3i, Tamron AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di-II Non-VC, 50mm f/1.8, Dolica AX620B100 62-Inch Proline Ball Head Tripod, Hoya HMC Haze UV(0) - Filter - UV - 67 mm, HOYA CPL, HOYA Warm filter, STK battery

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