UV filter on dSLR needed u/w?

Hi all,

I just got my Fuji S2 Pro and bought UV filters for my lenses for topside protection from the elements/fingerprints/bumps, etc. Is there any reason that I should remove the filters for u/w photography? I'll be shooting in RAW mode mostly and high .jpeg occassionally with a Nikkor 12-24 DX and 105 Micro Nikkor in an Aquatica housing.

Thanks

It's not necessary, but I tend to leave mine on to keep the lens protected during topside handling, lens changes, etc. For many if not most SLR setups, this question really onlyapplies to macro, since the filter is replaced by a diopter for wide-angle work.

My Grain of salt, remove the filter I once ruined a complete shooting day because of that, the brand name on the edge of the filter was reflected inside the dome so I ended up with inverted text on all my wide angle shots the combo was a 20mm lens with an 8" dome with a shade. so if you want to keep them on the lens at least use a black marker or black mate tape.

Jean Bruneau

thanks for the tips!

UV light does not travel well through seawater. Also flash tubes are often yellow coated to reduce their UV output. I realise this is hardly relevant! Basically Jean's tip is far more useful.

I actually found that my UV filter would touch the flatport glas on my Subal D10 with the FP-60/3 port and the 60mm lens. I didnt check if it hampered focussing but I didnt really care. The UV filter comes off under water.

Cor

It's not necessary, but I tend to leave mine on to keep the lens protected during topside handling, lens changes, etc. For many if not most SLR setups, this question really onlyapplies to macro, since the filter is replaced by a diopter for wide-angle work.

Always remember to cover over any reflective surfaces on the end of your lenses either with flat black paint or electrical tape. I had this problem with my canon point and shoot until I fixed it.