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Old 27-04-2009, 18:58   #1
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DSLR cameras - should you still use a UV filter?
In the "olden days" of SLR film cameras it was often advised to use a sky light filter - or UV filter. Are these still recommended with DSLR cameras?

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Old 27-04-2009, 19:35   #2
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I use them. It is just habit really, although I don't think they are essential.
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Old 27-04-2009, 19:51   #3
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I use them. It is just habit really, although I don't think they are essential.
I still use them, if for no other reason than to provide a barrier between the lens and greasy fingerprints.
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Old 27-04-2009, 21:47   #4
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I have a Hoya UV filter permanently on the lens of my Fuji S9600. If you knock your camera and get a scratch, better on a £9 filter than your lens.
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Old 27-04-2009, 23:32   #5
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thanks everyone, i think i'll get one (or two)! I just wasn't sure if there was some setting on the camera to adjust for UV - and so whether to get the plain lens protector, however i think i'll get the UV one - saves messing about with settings / photoshop!
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Old 28-04-2009, 19:01   #6
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Not sure if they're the same thing, but I have a Skylight fitted onto my lens. I use it in order to stop my chubby fingers destroying my lens
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Old 28-04-2009, 20:21   #7
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I wouldnt use a skylight filter as they give your images a slightly warmer tone, UV wont effect the colour.
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