Hello all,
I am new here so I am sorry if this topic is in the wrong board. Perhaps there is another thread covering this topic?
Filters:
I recently bought a 4x5 Calumet CC-401. I have a Schneider Symmar-S 5.6/180 with a 67mm diameter front end.
I also have a Schneider Symmar-S 5.6/180 with a 77mm diameter front end.
After reading on several different filtering methods and systems I have found that I have three choices. The first is to simply buy the filters I need in both a 67 mm and 77 mm. Add in the other digital and 35mm film gear I have and this becomes a very expensive proposition, far more than I paid for the camera and first lens. The question here is vignette. Is this an issue with these and other wider lenses.
The second option is to filter the back side of the lens. Still the same monetary issues. I am not sure about the vignette on this method. Some opinions and observations would be helpful.
Lastly, there are the systems. Lee is very expensive and they are not very clear on the holder and ring adapters. The 4x4 filters are not cheap and the ND's are worse. The same with B+W though they seem to be focused on the single threaded systems. Hi Tech, maybe but the same issues with Lee. Cokin is not an option as their filters do not seem to be of the best optical quality.
So I am confused to say the least. I am inclined to start with a simple collection of B&W filers for the 67mm and the 77mm, say Tiffin or B+W. What are the advantages/disadvantages of these methods and systems?
Thanks
Marty
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