Love the Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8. I even shoot it with the lens hood on (even though many people leave it off) because it's such a pleasure to see and hold the whole package.
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Posted 6 months ago #
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@ Rx4Photo Why would anyone shoot without a lens hood, except when using the built in flash? Just curious....
Posted 6 months ago # -
Thank you msmoto.
About the 24-70 and sorry for a short offtopic, I think the hood offers also a great protection. But do you pros also put a UV or protector filter on it. I used to do this but now I'm afraid about losing IQ. On the other hand I also worry about protection of frontal element. Been reading a lot online and it's not all that clear.
Posted 6 months ago # -
Mihai CH said:
But do you pros also put a UV or protector filter on it. I used to do this but now I'm afraid about losing IQ. On the other hand I also worry about protection of frontal element.If you have ever been accidentally spayed but an graffiti street artist, you would know the answer to this
unless you shoot is safe and very clean safe environment, or don't mind buying new lens from time to time, i would recommend a UV filter
for those, into the light, tricky landscapes, you can always take it off
Posted 6 months ago # -
msmoto said:
@ Rx4Photo Why would anyone shoot without a lens hood, except when using the built in flash? Just curious....I dunno...I've watched a couple of blogger's videos where they say just leave the hood at home. Maybe they don't see the value it it. I prefer to use it though to prevent any flaring whenever possible.
@ Mihai CH, I occasionally shoot at the beach or near piers so there's always the chance of spray and mist. I prefer to occasionally wipe off the UV filter instead of constantly wiping the front element of the lens. I think you will enjoy the D600. I met a birder yeaterday morning carrying a D90 and a D600 with a Sigma 150-500mm lens attached. She really liked the combination.
Posted 6 months ago # -
Thanks for the tips. I do believe also the D600 will meet my expectations and more. The hi-ISO IQ on this thing is incredible, can't wait to take it for a spin in the next couple of days. And ok, you confirmed my belief, I'll get a Hoya HD filter soon for the 24-70, meanwhile it received a Hoya Pro1D filter I had on one of the DX lenses.
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