Are Tiffen filters coated?

This filter is standard coated for helping to reduce flare and improve light transmission. Tiffen filters are made using ColorCore technology; a process that involves laminating the filter substrate between 2 pieces of optical glass and grinding flat to a tolerance of 1/10,000th of an inch.

Should I keep my UV filter on all the time?

It divides opinions, but we give our expert view on leaving a UV lens filter on at all times. If you shoot outdoors, having a UV lens filter permanently on your camera offers great protection against the elements, such as preventing dirt, dust, sand, moisture, smears or scratches from getting near the actual lens.

What does the Tiffen UV protector filter do?

The Tiffen UV Protector Filter is a general use, clear filter that helps to absorb ultraviolet light and reduce the bluish cast of daylight. This filter is especially useful when photographing at high altitudes or around bodies of water. No additional coloration or contrast is provided, allowing you to pair this filter with others.

What are the different types of Tiffen filters?

Let’s review the three suggested Tiffen filters. These are clear glass filters that help absorb UV light and reduce the bluish tones cast during daylight. They are also used as general protection for your lenses. There seem to be various opinions on the use of UV filters to protect a lens, so you can make you own decisions here.

Which is the best filter for UV protection?

It’s more expensive, but worth it. Let’s review the three suggested Tiffen filters. These are clear glass filters that help absorb UV light and reduce the bluish tones cast during daylight. They are also used as general protection for your lenses.

Which is better UV or clear lens protection?

UV filters have long been the favorite. In the film days, they were used to prevent UV light from reaching UV-sensitive color film (though have basically no effect with our digital sensors). As I write this, UV filters are modestly less expensive than clear filters so I suggest going with the UV variant.