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if you spend the money on professional filters then its still high quality glass and then you don't get big ass scratches on your lens if anything ever goes horribly wrong.

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vroom_skies

Sure, but filters that can equal the quality of really nice glass can cost a fortune, if they can equal it at all. I'm always using a lens hood, and a good lens hood does plenty for protection, plus reduces reflections & glare to boot.
I hardly use filters anymore and have never had an issue, but I prob take better care of my equipment then most do.

Filters obviously have their place, and on cheaper lenses I see why people use them. I'm mainly advocating for high end glass optical quality is all.

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For learning about your cameras setting, check out the book 'understanding exposure' it will become your bible as you learn about finding the right exposure to get really good looking pictures.

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g4m3rof1337

I'll look into that.




Thanks.

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g4m3rof1337

I already let you know personally, but I did pick this book up, and it helped out quite a bit, I love it.


I also picked up some filters for my camera, 1 PL and two UV, the guy gave me the second UV for free. I was checking on some sites, and noticed some neat filters, like a macro one, is that actually useful, or just a gimmick? Can you recommend any other filter types?




I'm also shooting in Manual more, which is a big step for me.

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