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how good are tiffen lens filters


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fallout666

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do not make this why should or should not use. i only use them when i store my lenses or at beach with salt water or if windy out side chance to get dirt or when rains. only other time i have on if taking paintball pictures. how good are tiffen lens filters. just remark if filters good or not only



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I suppose they still use aluminium rings? If so, it is just a matter of time before one gets stuck on a lens. I haven't bought a filter or a filter system adapter ring that doesn't have brass threads since the 90-s.



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I use the various version ND… but only in studio
where the aluminium rings is not a problem.

Great optical quality and almost perfect neutrality.



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I use just a tiny bit of synthetic grease on the threads of my Tiffin filters and check them monthly to make sure they still move.  I've had aluminum ring filters stuck before and it's an ugly, but quick process to remove them involving a tooth pick, dykes, and a new filter.