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Hoya Ultra Violet Coated Filter

Let's be honest with ourselves, using filters to protect the investment we've made in our lenses is absolutely essential. As a photography student on a budget, it can be tough finding a great filter that doesn't soften the lens, but at the same time doesn't leave me shelling out $50-$100 for nothing more than a UV filter. I'd used Tiffen filters before, but I found they warped the images I was making when they were on my lenses.

Hoya is a very well-known brand in the photography world. I'd say, when it comes down to filters, it really comes down to Hoya and B+W. The latter's price point is more often significantly higher, but I didn't feel like I was sacrificing anything by going with the Hoya.

This filter arrived perfectly in protective packaging. It was easily applied to my Canon 85mm f/1.8 lens. It stays on it all the time and the lens is still as sharp as it would be if the filter wasn't on. That was honesly all I was looking for in a filter so I feel my needs were met.

At less than $20, this filter is a pretty great option to protect your prized glass. It won't enhance your images in any way, but I find that lack of influence really ideal. This item's most important purpose is protection, which it does well.

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