On Thu, 22 May 2003 05:42:09 GMT, "Reefpup" <reefpup@adelphia.net> wrote:

>I am just starting to get into filters and I was wondering if some folks

>could tell me their experiences with each of these makers. Basically the

>pros/cons of each. I basically am just looking at circular polarizer and

>neutral density filters at this point. I don't want to spend an arm and a

>leg but at the same time, I don't want to just throught money out the window

>on crappy filters. Just looking for something middle of the road I guess.

I dislike Tiffen filters since they are often uncoated,

can be "sandwiches" instead of single-layer dyed glass,

have very thick rims, but mostly 'cuz they tend to

spontaneously fog and need checking/cleaning when other

filters don't; I like Hoya (single-coated, which is

sufficient for a filter, and FAR easier to clean...)

'cuz they're relatively cheap, have good-enough glass

that I've never seen an ill effect on image sharpness

from using one, and have well-designed rims that

function well and do not cause problems with WA lenses.

I buy Tiffen only when necessary, then often remount

the glass in better rims from junked filters...