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ygagne1008 · 02-07-2016, 06:19 AM

Originally posted by gedasst

Don't waste money on any UV or nano-super-duper filters for protection.
For protection of front lens use hood.

Chance to front filter can protect Your lens if You dropped camera is 1:1'000'000.
If You drop lens (especially plastic) - is chance 1:2, to your optical axis is changed - no one filter can help.

Chance, to filter change your lenses work is 1:1, because any filter is piece of glass (or even plastic) and:
1. Changing optical construction of lens;
2. Flatting front element;
2. Increasing reflections and flare, especially with front artificial light;
3. Changing work of autofocus.

Use filters only, when is necessary - gradient, CR-PL, ND, or during rain, sand storm, etc...

P.S. Personally tested on many lenses with Hoya HMC, Schneider and other expensive filters.
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From what i'm reading, and questions i've asked, you have to be careful with light. I already had a few issues with it.
But most of all, i guess, you would use filters to go into long exposure mode, to get those falls and water kind of sights
that creamy look.

It's only my opinion. Use them in the right conditions, and i guess it will work fine for you.

gedasst · 02-07-2016, 04:08 PM

Originally posted by ygagne1008

you would use filters to go into long exposure mode, to get those falls and water kind of sights
that creamy look.

Absolutely.
I'm talking only against filters "for Protection".
ND, CIR-PL, Gradient, or some effects filters should be used by purpose.

**Canada_Rockies** · 02-07-2016, 08:34 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by ygagne1008

From what i'm reading, and questions i've asked, you have to be careful with light. I already had a few issues with it.
But most of all, i guess, you would use filters to go into long exposure mode, to get those falls and water kind of sights
that creamy look.

It's only my opinion. Use them in the right conditions, and i guess it will work fine for you.

Originally posted by gedasst

Absolutely.
I'm talking only against filters "for Protection".
ND, CIR-PL, Gradient, or some effects filters should be used by purpose.

I have recently read an article on using a camera mode instead of neutral density filters: interval composite photography, using "Average" for the exposure compensation. I haven't found all that much difference between composite and ordinary exposures here, but that might be because our water is in the solid state this time of year.

theskonesdad · 02-08-2016, 04:03 PM

Originally posted by Canada_Rockies

I have recently read an article on using a camera mode instead of neutral density filters: interval composite photography, using "Average" for the exposure compensation. I haven't found all that much difference between composite and ordinary exposures here, but that might be because our water is in the solid state this time of year.

Good one! 😀😀

Newfie · 02-08-2016, 07:05 PM

Remember your eye has more dynamic range than your camera!
Therefore bracket and if you have a foreground subject, you might have to illuminate that subject (if possible given distance from you etc.) so the subject is exposed to match your background as your eye sees it.
Hope this helps,
Newfie

ygagne1008 · 02-09-2016, 05:03 AM

This is why we have the HDR mode iin our cameras. Try it some are better than others. Of course with bracketing you'll be able to fix the exposure in post production.
Also try using spot metering mode to isolate the 18% grey in the scene. Your camera has an internal zone system, which is rather impressive.
Have a nice day.

Adam · 02-10-2016, 03:20 AM

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**Quartermaster James** · 02-10-2016, 08:24 AM

Originally posted by Adam

Unfortunately, yes those entries will have to be disqualified to be fair to everyone who followed the rules.

Really?

denik · 02-10-2016, 03:29 PM

Discovered this rectangular eyecup a few years ago for my Canon FN Speedfinder & found that it also fits on the LX sportfinder. Mfg unknown but probably off an old camcorder. Eyecup has to be stretched on installing but the soft rubber makes east to do. Good protection for eye glass users.

**BigMackCam** · 02-10-2016, 03:32 PM

Originally posted by Quartermaster James

Really?

I think it's fair. If an entry that didn't follow the rules won it, that could generate all sorts of discontent among some of those that did follow them, and the rules *were* clearly laid out (I missed them, mind you, so my own entry didn't make it through - but that's OK

)...

**clackers** · 02-10-2016, 03:50 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Quartermaster James

Really?

If you disadvantage contestants who complied, James, it could go all the way to the Supreme Court. ☺

**Quartermaster James** · 02-10-2016, 03:58 PM

Actually, the point of my incredulity was that the stated rules distinctly appear not to have been enforced.

Originally posted by clackers

If you disadvantage contestants who complied, James, it could go all the way to the Supreme Court. ☺

**BigMackCam** · 02-10-2016, 04:03 PM

Originally posted by Quartermaster James

Actually, the point of my incredulity was that the stated rules distinctly appear not to have been enforced.

Ah, OK. I hadn't noticed that. Well, I'm sure someone deserving will get the lens, however it turns out...

EDIT: But when the K-1 FF competition comes up, I want things done properly!!!

bertwert · 02-10-2016, 04:08 PM

Originally posted by BigMackCam

But when the K-1 FF competition comes up, I want things done properly!!!

Rule #1: Only users with usernames starting with the letter 'b' can win.
Rule #2: Only users with more than 1000 posts can win.

Gives me and you a much higher chance

**KC0PET** · 02-10-2016, 05:01 PM

Originally posted by bertwert

Rule #1: Only users with usernames starting with the letter 'b' can win.
Rule #2: Only users with more than 1000 posts can win.

Gives me and you a much higher chance

I'm changing my user name. And start posting like crazy.

---------- Post added 02-10-16 at 06:07 PM ----------

Originally posted by Quartermaster James

Actually, the point of my incredulity was that the stated rules distinctly appear not to have been enforced.

I see what you are saying technically speaking. But this is a writing style issue. Some people use 3 to 4 word sentences and some use 30 to 40 and lots of commas. For future contests maybe a word limit would be better?? Otherwise no worries here.

02-10-2016, 03:32 PM	#730
BigMackCam Digitiser of Film Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: North East of England Posts: 20,674	Originally posted by Quartermaster James Really? I think it's fair. If an entry that didn't follow the rules won it, that could generate all sorts of discontent among some of those that did follow them, and the rules were clearly laid out (I missed them, mind you, so my own entry didn't make it through - but that's OK )... Last edited by BigMackCam; 02-10-2016 at 04:02 PM.

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ygagne1008 New Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: L'assomption, QC, j5w5z8 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24	Originally posted by gedasst Don't waste money on any UV or nano-super-duper filters for protection. For protection of front lens use hood. Chance to front filter can protect Your lens if You dropped camera is 1:1'000'000. If You drop lens (especially plastic) - is chance 1:2, to your optical axis is changed - no one filter can help. Chance, to filter change your lenses work is 1:1, because any filter is piece of glass (or even plastic) and: 1. Changing optical construction of lens; 2. Flatting front element; 2. Increasing reflections and flare, especially with front artificial light; 3. Changing work of autofocus. Use filters only, when is necessary - gradient, CR-PL, ND, or during rain, sand storm, etc... P.S. Personally tested on many lenses with Hoya HMC, Schneider and other expensive filters. YouTube From what i'm reading, and questions i've asked, you have to be careful with light. I already had a few issues with it. But most of all, i guess, you would use filters to go into long exposure mode, to get those falls and water kind of sights that creamy look. It's only my opinion. Use them in the right conditions, and i guess it will work fine for you.

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gedasst Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Klaipeda Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 78	Originally posted by ygagne1008 you would use filters to go into long exposure mode, to get those falls and water kind of sights that creamy look. Absolutely. I'm talking only against filters "for Protection". ND, CIR-PL, Gradient, or some effects filters should be used by purpose.

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Canada_Rockies Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Sparwood, BC, Canada Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,385	Originally posted by ygagne1008 From what i'm reading, and questions i've asked, you have to be careful with light. I already had a few issues with it. But most of all, i guess, you would use filters to go into long exposure mode, to get those falls and water kind of sights that creamy look. It's only my opinion. Use them in the right conditions, and i guess it will work fine for you. Originally posted by gedasst Absolutely. I'm talking only against filters "for Protection". ND, CIR-PL, Gradient, or some effects filters should be used by purpose. I have recently read an article on using a camera mode instead of neutral density filters: interval composite photography, using "Average" for the exposure compensation. I haven't found all that much difference between composite and ordinary exposures here, but that might be because our water is in the solid state this time of year.

02-08-2016, 04:03 PM	#724
theskonesdad Forum Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Creston,B.C. Posts: 73	Originally posted by Canada_Rockies I have recently read an article on using a camera mode instead of neutral density filters: interval composite photography, using "Average" for the exposure compensation. I haven't found all that much difference between composite and ordinary exposures here, but that might be because our water is in the solid state this time of year. Good one! 😀😀

02-08-2016, 07:05 PM	#725
Newfie Forum Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Posts: 65	Remember your eye has more dynamic range than your camera! Therefore bracket and if you have a foreground subject, you might have to illuminate that subject (if possible given distance from you etc.) so the subject is exposed to match your background as your eye sees it. Hope this helps, Newfie

02-09-2016, 05:03 AM	#726
ygagne1008 New Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: L'assomption, QC, j5w5z8 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24	This is why we have the HDR mode iin our cameras. Try it some are better than others. Of course with bracketing you'll be able to fix the exposure in post production. Also try using spot metering mode to isolate the 18% grey in the scene. Your camera has an internal zone system, which is rather impressive. Have a nice day.

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Quartermaster James Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Anchorage, Alaska Posts: 653	Originally posted by Adam Unfortunately, yes those entries will have to be disqualified to be fair to everyone who followed the rules. Really?

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clackers Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Melbourne Photos: Albums Posts: 16,397	Originally posted by Quartermaster James Really? If you disadvantage contestants who complied, James, it could go all the way to the Supreme Court. ☺

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Quartermaster James Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Anchorage, Alaska Posts: 653	Actually, the point of my incredulity was that the stated rules distinctly appear not to have been enforced. Originally posted by clackers If you disadvantage contestants who complied, James, it could go all the way to the Supreme Court. ☺

02-10-2016, 04:03 PM	#733
BigMackCam Digitiser of Film Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: North East of England Posts: 20,674	Originally posted by Quartermaster James Actually, the point of my incredulity was that the stated rules distinctly appear not to have been enforced. Ah, OK. I hadn't noticed that. Well, I'm sure someone deserving will get the lens, however it turns out... EDIT: But when the K-1 FF competition comes up, I want things done properly!!!

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bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,173	Originally posted by BigMackCam But when the K-1 FF competition comes up, I want things done properly!!! Rule #1: Only users with usernames starting with the letter 'b' can win. Rule #2: Only users with more than 1000 posts can win. Gives me and you a much higher chance

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KC0PET Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Central Missouri Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,273	Originally posted by bertwert Rule #1: Only users with usernames starting with the letter 'b' can win. Rule #2: Only users with more than 1000 posts can win. Gives me and you a much higher chance I'm changing my user name. And start posting like crazy. ---------- Post added 02-10-16 at 06:07 PM ---------- Originally posted by Quartermaster James Actually, the point of my incredulity was that the stated rules distinctly appear not to have been enforced. I see what you are saying technically speaking. But this is a writing style issue. Some people use 3 to 4 word sentences and some use 30 to 40 and lots of commas. For future contests maybe a word limit would be better?? Otherwise no worries here.