AboutSteve Pearson Expertise Try me for 35mm or darkroom issues. I am a professional photographer in Australia. I work solely in 35mm digital format, after 35 years of colour and monochrome film in many formats. I have darkroom experience and for many years belonged to my local camera club. I conduct photography workshops around the state on any and most subjects relating to photography and often judge photography exhibitions and competitions.
Experience I hold a Diploma of Applied Science in Forensic Investigation, with part of my studies involving photography. I spend most days with a camera and am into digital photography in a big way. I was given my first camera in 1965 and have not been without one since. I spent nearly 20 years as a forensic investigator with my state Police Force, and since retiring a couple of years ago have concentrated on commercial photography - especially weddings.
Expert: Steve Pearson Date: 7/23/2004 Subject: circ polarizer
Question Hi,
How are you? I am thinking of buying a circular polarizer filter for my camera. I am an amateur photographer who has never used filters before. I was wondering if you could help me with your experience and ides. My questions:
1. I have a 62mm diameter and a 58 mm diameter cheap Nikon lenses. Would you get two cheaper filters (one for each lens) or would it make more sense to get a 62 mm filter and an adapter for the 58 mm lens? Adapters are sometimes pretty expensive, too.
2. What Brands to prefer? The cheapest one is Sunpack. A bit more expesive are Crystal Optics and Hoya. Should I worry about Sunpack being too low quality. I am a student and price is not unimportant to me (although I would not like to sacrifice picture quality).
3. Do you happen to know a good source for filters? I think some internet sites offer the best price.
Thank you very much,
Eric
Answer Eric. Firstly - there is no such thing as a 'cheap Nikon lens'. Any Nikon lens is a good lens. Get a filter for each lens and leave them on. I prefer Hoya. Get prices off the internet, then take those prices to your local camera store. You'll find they will help you and will foster your business with them.
Steve
