Questions tagged [filters]
For questions pertaining to photographic filters, which are usually glass or plastic accessories that are either screwed onto the lens or otherwise added in the optical path. Use "software-filters" for effects filters applied in apps such as Instagram, Photoshop, GIMP, etc.
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Importance of UV/protection filter [duplicate]
I've taken the leap to full-frame mirrorless and I'm wondering about protecting my new glass.
I have used cheaper UV filters on things like kit lenses in the past, but I'm getting a higher end lens ...
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How do Cokin and Lee filter systems compare to each other?
Is there any material difference between Cokin and Lee filter systems?
I'm looking for a limited range of filters - ND, Grad ND and Polariser - for use with a Sigma 10-20 Wide angle lens on a Nikon ...
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Does a faster than usual lense require a stronger solar filter to prevent damage than is usually advised [duplicate]
I know it's usually said you need a 16-20 stop reduction 'solar' filter to safely take pictures of the sun. Any modern camera is going to usually meter and compose fully open for the sake of easier ...
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What kind of filter do I need for safe sun photography?
I'm a novice photographer but I'm really interested in Astrophotography.
Since I don't want to go full equipment, spending too much, without knowing the basis, I need to ask for help here on Stack.
I ...
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How do you get that kind of dreamy vintage blur?
Also those sparkles!! How can you realize that effect with a modern camera?
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How can I disassemble / repair a CPL (Circular Polarizing Filter)?
One of my circular (rotating) polarizing filters has a big hair between the two lenses. The hair moves around and I always have to shake it aside until it's out of sight.
Similar to this
How would I ...
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Is it ok to use IR filter for photographing sun?
I recently purchased cheap IR filter 720nm from Amazon to see whether I will be able to replicate effect with which your camera can see through thin plastic. I was wondering whether it could be also ...
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best Gimp blur filter for popcorn ceiling
What would be best Gimp blur filter to make popcorn ceiling less noticeable?
I am using Gimp currently, used Photoshop/Lightroom years ago, but don't have access to a PC now. Definitely not a ...
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Can physical color filter and light pollution filters on DLSRs achieve anything that can't be done in post (like with Photoshop)?
The color filter was said to be not quite useful in the digital photography. A light pollution filter, i.e. a broad band filter, was proven to be useful in photography in reducing the light pollution ...
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Is my CPL faulty?
I recently a got a CPL filter for my camera. It is manufactured by a company called Massa. I tired playing around with it but never figured it out. The only thing it is does is make my photo yellowish....
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Cutting lens filter/accessory threads
I'm interested in making some custom lens accessories, but am stuck trying to find a tool, or method suitable for cutting this style of thread. Adapters with these threads already cut are cheap and ...
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Threaded filter origin
Historically, who originated the convention of front-of-lens filters measured in millimeters?
From a casual search looking at photos in Wp etc.:
General discussion of filters appears to suggest that ...
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How to achieve a "hazed" look with fine gradients in bright sunlight?
I am planning on visiting a desert country in a few weeks, and naturally take a few pictures there. While browsing Instagram and the internet in general, I stumbled across photos which (at least to my ...
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How many stops should I compensate for with SFX200 and Hoya R72 Filter?
I recently bought both the SFX200 infrared film as well as the Hoya R72 IR filter.
I searched online and I'm a bit confused about exposure compensation.
With the combination above, how many ...
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Is a CPL Circular Polarizer Filter in default position noticeable in 360°?
Can you notice a CPL filter on a 360° shot while it's on the "default" position?
I know that the effect of a CPL filter only really takes effect in a 90° angle to the sun.
Because of that it ...
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