is b + W filter good?

[smallaperture]

I have been using Hoya filters for 30+ years and I never had this problem. Another issue about Hoya filters being hard to clean..... Not me. I use a Lenspen and problem solved. If it gets too dirty to clean, I just replace it with a new one. Unlike B+W filters, I don't feel my bank account drained.

Image quality between both brands of filter.... I am a 'tan chiak' photographer and I can't tell their differences. Neither can my clients.

Well, as I see it, "tanchiak" photog use their gear much more intensively than amateurs. I reckon that they use like 10times more than amateurs.

So, if Hoya is good enough for them, do amateurs "need" B+W?

Most of the time, filters are mean for protection, so, should be viewed as a disposable item, to be replaced when required.

 

[photobum]

Most of the time, filters are mean for protection, so, should be viewed as a disposable item, to be replaced when required.

That's absolutely right. Most of the 'tan chiak' photographers I know, or have the privilege to work with in the past, use Hoya or some other inexpensive optical filters. Whenever their Hoya filter needs replacement, they just replace a new one and it will probably lasts them for another year or so.

Some of them don't even bother to buy the so-called 'For Digital' filters. At least I buy them as I feel the multicoating is better.

 

[smallaperture]

Whenever their Hoya filter needs replacement, they just replace a new one and it will probably lasts them for another year or so.

Some of them don't even bother to buy the so-called 'For Digital' filters. At least I buy them as I feel the multicoating is better.

The filters last a year or so in extensive daily use for the Pros. Now, for us amateur, it could readily last us a good 10years, if you dun damage it that badly.

Hoya HMC for me. :thumbsup:

 

[electron]

I have a Nikon NC on the front of a Canon lens. Will I burn in camera-hell? :bsmilie:

:bsmilie: Almost fell off my chair with that one. You're funny!
But seriously, with all this uncertainty about B&Ws being made by whom, and where, for which market, I am tempted to try Nikon CPL filters now! Like you I use Canon lenses. May the camera gods have mercy!

 

[cheezoo]

Just last night, I noticed my B+W 52mm UV Filter cracks without any reason.
I put it in the drybox attached to my lens. It's only 3months old bought together with the lens in CP.
Is there a way that I can have it replaced?
I think it doesn't worth buying expensive filter only to crack without any reason. Tsk Tsk!
Can anyone recommend other filter brands?

 

[yehosaphat]

Is it the brass or aluminium type?

 

[cheezoo]

Is it the brass or aluminium type?

How to determine whether it is brass or aluminum?

 

[GavinTing]

How to determine whether it is brass or aluminum?

http://www.clubsnap.com/forums/showthread.php?t=410803

Printing on the side is alu, printing in middle is brass. I think.

 

[cheezoo]

http://www.clubsnap.com/forums/showthread.php?t=410803

Printing on the side is alu, printing in middle is brass. I think.

The print is on the side. So I guess it aluminum.
Is it common for aluminum B+W to crack?
I read from a thread also that CP only sells brass version, but I also bought mine in CP.
That filter also has a "Made in Germany" label...

 

[Snoweagle]

The print is on the side. So I guess it aluminum.
Is it common for aluminum B+W to crack?
I read from a thread also that CP only sells brass version, but I also bought mine in CP.
That filter also has a "Made in Germany" label...

All B+W filters are made in Germany. To me the brass one is better.

 

[eosdigital]

Can anyone recommend a brand of UV Filter that is as good as B+W? So far i've only vounchers that AP would accept and they're totally out of stock of B+W because of the supplier's lack of supply(lol). Need it urgently for a week long trip after 2nd week september and not gonna risk my L without one

PS: Oh, i've been waiting for a week plus already.