While digital photography and post-processing have done away with the need for certain types of lens filters, there are still a number of filters that can’t be replaced by Photoshop. Here’s a 8.
5-minute video by DPReview on which filters you should still consider keeping in your camera bag. The four filters introduced by host Chris […]. petapixel.com
If you shoot with a lens of any sort, there's a strong chance that you're not using a UV filter. In fact, you're probably not using a filter at all. But lens filters can be amusing. Specifically, plastic lens filters can be enjoyable. thephoblographer.com »
2021-08-06 01:00
In this article, I’ll discuss how I use lens filters in my landscape photography. Chiefly I use filters when I want to smooth the water in a waterfall, shoot long exposures, or balance the light in a scene. petapixel.com »
2019-05-07 19:09
Prism Lens FX has launched a new line of lens filters that have built-in prism effects. The Variable Prism Filters are being sold as a three-filter bundle and individually with three different filter options: Prism, Chromatic Flare, and Split Glass. dpreview.com »
2019-04-01 21:07
PrismLensFX has unveiled a set of Variable Prism Filters. These are lens filters with prisms built right into them for capturing creative effects in photos and videos. Placing prisms in front of your camera lens is a popular way to add a beautiful and unpredictable look to photos. petapixel.com »
2019-03-29 20:16
Yesterday, we reported that Amazon has been issuing refunds to photographers who purchased LEE’s Solar Eclipse lens filters, warning that they were not sourced from a recommended manufacturer. Now it looks like the whole thing was a mistake on Amazon’s part and that a lot of photographers just got free pricey $150+ lens filters. Brian […] petapixel.com »
2017-08-15 19:03
There's always been a lot of debate about whether you should put protective UV filters on the front of your lens. The benefit is obvious: they protect the front element of your pricey lens. dpreview.com »
2017-06-05 22:05
Specialist filter manufacturer STC Optical Ltd has expanded its range of Clip filters to include a ND64 with infrared-cut properties. The new filter, which clips directly in front of the camera’s sensor instead of over the front of the lens, provides 6 stops of light reduction while maintaining accurate colors by preventing infrared light from passing freely during the exposure. dpreview.com »
2017-04-01 10:01
Accessory manufacturer Manfrotto has launched a new filter suite that features a magnetic adapter and filter holders that it says make fitting and removing filters quicker and easier. The new Xume system uses a magnetic adapter ring that screws into the front of the lens, while the filter itself screws into a metal filter holder. dpreview.com »
2017-02-07 23:32
SIRUI has announced the launch of a new line of lens filters for photographers. These new Ultra Slim filters will be available in UV, ND, & CP varieties as well as in standard threaded, 100x100mm and 100x150mm. thephoblographer.com »
2017-01-26 23:02
Here’s a helpful 12-minute video by landscape photographer and vlogger Thomas Heaton about lens filters. With the emergence of digital photography and powerful editing software, the benefits of some filters can be recreated digitally while others cannot. petapixel.com »
2016-10-06 17:17
Kenko has announced the new ZXII filters that it claims are the flattest ever produced. Using its "Floating Frame" technology, the company says that distortion is nearly completely eliminated. [Read More]
Kolari Vision has announced a set of clip-in magnetic filters that fit between the sensor and the back of a lens. Compatible with the R adapter, or native RF lenses, these can be used to add rear filtering to RF lenses, or two layers of filtering when paired with the R filter adapter. The company […]
Kolari Vision has announced a new UV Protection Lens Filter that is so tough, it can survive a fall from 135 feet (41m), which the company proves in the video above. As can be seen, the filter survives the drop with what looks like nothing more than a minor scuff on the surface of the […]