Hoya HD: UV filter, or lens protector?

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I am very soon planning to buy the 17-40 f/4. It will likely be used in harsh conditions (I need the build quality else I'd perhaps have gone for the 17-55) so I think I will need a good filter for it. I want to degrade image quality as little as possible and I'd appreciate no noticeable colour cast. I notice Hoya have a uv filter, and a 'protector' in their HD range. Am I as well just getting the protector or is a UV filter advised? does it matter?
 
Personally, I don't think it'll make a lot of difference either way. Having a filter on that lens is definitely a good idea though 'cos the lens hood is about as much use as a chocolate kettle. On your crop sensor, you shouldn't encounter and issues with seeing the edges of a filter but if you're planning on upgrading to full frame at some point, you may want to look at slimline options too.
 
just bought a 72mm Marumi Protector from Clifton Cameras = well pleased

dont need a UV on digital - suspect you know that....
 
Of course, I don't care what goes on it just that it doesn't degrade the quality. Some people swear by protection filters, other swear against them - but as Simon says the hood on that lens isn't going to protect it against a bump unless it hits against a completely flat object.
 
trencheel303 said:
Of course, I don't care what goes on it just that it doesn't degrade the quality.
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well I have a Hoya HD Protector on a 52mm 55-200 VR
it doesn't degrade the image IMO... just that Marumi have had good write-ups

i got the 72mm DHG Protector and a 72mm Marumi DHG C.PL...both slimline = both excellent

"may" have got the Hoya HD models but stupid high prices at 72mm
 
Yeah, the business end of the lens I'm planning to get had to be the most expensive filter size lol
 
seltechpc said:
Better not get the 16-35L then, that uses an 82mm filter :) !
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Now I never knew that... I thought it was basically identical to the 17-40... except its a stop faster and costs twice as much!
 
You are right on both those accounts. It is a big lens as well and the hood does not give very much mechanical protection. Having said that I slung my backpack on my back, I had forgotten to zip up the bag, the 16-35L and the 24-105L flew out and landed in the gravel and rocks. The lens hood on the 16-35 took the force and split and the hood on the 24-105 was just scratched. I thoroughly checked them when I got home and the diaphragm and focusing were perfect. There was not a mark on either lens. I was lucky, but it says a lot for the build quality.

Apologies for being slightly off topic. I certainly use a filter on the 16-35 as it is so vulnerable with the shallow hood. Have not tried the HD filters, I usually buy the Hoya Pro digital from Max saver. Their prices are very good and the service is great, have used them for years without problems. Good news when buying an 82mm CPL... Phew!
 
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