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Nikon Lens Warranty explanation
I want to purchase a good lens of about $1K from Nikon (the 18-300mm lens for example) and I have a few quick questions about the Nikon Lens warranty. I researched online extensively and it seems ...
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Filming in a steam room?
I plan to film in a steam room this weekend for a cover shoot.
However, I know for a fact there may be difficulties regarding the "steam."
Any tips for filming in a steam room?
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How to protect surface of lens or filter from condensation of moisture
This happens when the temperature is coolest often late at night or early in the morning.
Few days ago I did night shots and every 4-5 minutes I had to clean filter from water (mist). Is there any ...
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How to take care of a new lens?
I'm planning on purchasing a new lens for my camera for macro photography, specifically this one:
Tamron AF 90mm f/2.8
I've heard that it is a good idea to put a "UV filter" on front on the lens. Is ...
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Do I need a filter for my prime lens in order to protect it from dust, splashes, etc?
From here: http://photo.stackexchange.com/a/569/5205
UV Filters:
Many photographers feel that it is worthwhile to put a UV filter on the front of every lens, on the basis that this will protect ...
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At what point does wind become a concern with respect to damaging a lens?
Another question on here revealed the dangers of photography in a desert environment.
What about windy places? Is there a wind speed after which you risk lens damage from particulate impact?
I don't ...
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Has anyone used the LensCoat for the Canon EF 100-400mm L zoom lens?
I've been getting more into bird photography lately, and sometimes that involves tromping through some deep grasses, brambles, thick woods, etc. I'd like to protect my lens, and keep its resale value ...
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Is a UV Filter required/recommended for lens protection?
Is it still required/highly recommended that I buy a UV or similar filter to 'protect' the front element of my lens?
I ask because this advice has been around for 30 years and you would think that ...
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How can I find the right lens cap for my lens?
I own a Nikon D3000 Camera with the AF-S 18-55mm VR Kit Lens. Last week I lost the lens cap and now I want to buy a new one.
But when I went to this online store, I got confused with the different ...
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Is it best to transport a camera with lens attached, or off?
I'm traveling now(I'm at Aruba) and I bought me a Canon 60D with the lens kit(EFS 18-55mm). I never used a camera that has removable lens like this one, my last one was a Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18, so ...
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Is a UV filter better for lens protection than a protector filter?
I'm usually very good at getting water/finger marks on lens, so I must use something for protection. Is there any downside of using an UV filter instead of a protector filter?
Example: Hoya HD ...
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Are there any downsides to using a good-quality UV filter?
Are there any real downsides to using a UV filter?
I know that a poor quality UV filter can effect image quality ... but, assuming I use a good quality UV filter, will that actually be an issue? Is ...
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Should I really lug around a lens cap everywhere?
I lose lens caps by the billion. Is there another way to protect my lenses without having to carry these things around with me?
