09-03-2010, 04:34 PM
[quote name='Brightcolours' timestamp='1283516988' post='2454']
I do not use any UV filters on any of my lenses, and none have scratches on the front element.[/quote]
I used to think that too. Stopped using them once I found it caused flare in night shots. But I changed my mind again when a swan pecked the front of my brand new EF_S 15-85 leaving two small but visible marks on it. The hood was no use in that case. So now I use Hoya HMC UV(0) or UV© in wildlife cases. UV(N) coating doesn't seem as good at anti-reflection and seems to introduce a slight colour cast.
I do not use any UV filters on any of my lenses, and none have scratches on the front element.[/quote]
I used to think that too. Stopped using them once I found it caused flare in night shots. But I changed my mind again when a swan pecked the front of my brand new EF_S 15-85 leaving two small but visible marks on it. The hood was no use in that case. So now I use Hoya HMC UV(0) or UV© in wildlife cases. UV(N) coating doesn't seem as good at anti-reflection and seems to introduce a slight colour cast.
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