The Doc does not have a strong personal preference either way. If I need a filter I attach it. I replace the lens cap when the camera is not in use. I do not think there is a right or wrong choice, just what suits your particular needs best.<\/p>\n
I use circular polarising filter and ND filters most often, and other filters for specific needs (Lee Big Stopper, star filter, etc).<\/p>\n
I shoot digital not film and film users may have a greater need for colour correction filters, while the digital users can often address these concerns with White Balance (WB).<\/p>\n
Here are some pros and cons:<\/p>\n
Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n A civil discussion of the topic can be found here.<\/a><\/p>\n Game Changer? The Doc does not have a strong personal preference either way. If I need a filter I attach it. I replace the lens cap when the camera is not in use. I do not think there is a right or wrong choice, just what suits your particular needs best. I use circular polarising filter and … Continue reading Filters as protection for your lens? yes or no?<\/span> \n
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\n<\/strong>In December 2015 Sigma released a ceramic glass filter that they say is 10 times stronger than other glass filters. It is marketed as a protective filter<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"