Experience with HOYA PRO 1 DIGITAL Filters?

[dmdctusa]

I started shopping for filters for my new K10D.

Hoya now has a line of filters called PRO 1 DIGITAL. Their US distributor, THK, indicates that they are designed to eliminate interal reflections off of the camera sensor.

First has anyone experienced such a problem? Their claim makes theoretical sense, but in my first tests, I can not seen any problem beyond some mild vignetting at 18mm and I have seen no real flare problems either but have not taken any shots directly into the sun on a bright day due to the winter weather.

Comments appreciated.

Since Hoya and Pentax are now merging, I guess my question is not off topic for this forum.

[Adam]

You're free to discuss any filter brand in this forum

The Pro 1 D filters are great for DSLRs. From what I can see, they help reduce fringing and other distortion caused by CCD sensors. See this thread for more info: wide angle and filters

[roentarre]

To be honest, I did not find much difference using hoya pro 1 comparing to any other brands.

Just a protective filters and the names sound great pro. Otherwise it is just something to protect front elements of the lens.

The Hoya Pro 1 might have decreased the amount of purple fringeing for my A* 200mm macro. There supposed to be some fringeing problem with this lens but I notice little problem of CA. Maybe this is due to the credit of Hoya Pro 1

[SpecialK]

Here is a big thread on filters yes/no.

Filter recommendation - Digital Camera Resource Page - Forums

[Vulpix]

You guys are underestimating the Pro1 filters. After putting them under some controlled tests, the Pro1 filters allowed almost 99.8% of light through. A lot of cheaper filters exhibit a yellow cast when used under strong light, but there is zero signs of any color cast with it.

It's good, and it's cost effective.

[mba1971]

So I have a question:

Suppose you just put almost ALL your stashed money on a K-7 and a Sigma 17-70 lens (as a move to get the best possible compromisse for initail quality/reach).

Suppose you're thinning out the cash for LCD protective covers and 4go Sandisk Extreme 30mo/s.

Now you're almost broke but ready to go...Do you buy a UV filter to protect yor ONLY lens ??? Or do you take the risk of exposing your ONLY lens....If you would go for protection, will you be losing IQ? Because yo DID decide to go for K-7 and Sigma for Best bang for the buck IQ. Will you sacrifice that to a UV lens? While your at it, might as well go for the clearest, most perfect UV filter available, to minimise IQ loss...

Opinions? Suggestions? Comments?

[kenyee]

get some salt water spray on it and try cleaning...pita compared to B&W MRC filters :-P

[gheins]

Originally Posted by kenyee

get some salt water spray on it and try cleaning...pita compared to B&W MRC filters :-P

The coatings on the Hoya is a tough bugger to clean. I got some finger smudges on one once that took me three different brands of lens cleaner to get off. I am in the process of switching all my filters over to the B + W digital pro.

I suppose If money was the biggest concern, I would go with the Hoya.

[Ash]

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