Markus wrote in message <348F129C.10F9@juno.com>...

>I'm going to buy a new lens for my camera (Minolta 50mm f1.7) and I was
>wondering what brand of filters (UV, etc) to use with it. I've seen
>some remarks on here that lead me to believe that Tiffen isn't the best
>choice - is Hoya any better? Whichever brand I choose I'm going to go
>with the multicoated. I looked at another brand (Heliopan?) but I'm an
>ameteur and cost is a concern.

Hoya is as good as any (either miulti-coated or single coated...),
though I would get only the metal-rimmed Hoyas and avoid the plastic...
Hope This Helps
David Ruether - http://www.fcinet.com/ruether