A series of lenses with the same filter size
φ67mm Lenses
Pursue a wide range of photography with a line-up of lenses that all have the same 67mm filter diameter. In order to allow users to enjoy the mirrorless world in a wider range of genres, many of the lenses in the line-up feature a ø67mm filter diameter. Our mirrorless lens series is designed to be compact and lightweight, making it easy to carry multiple lenses at the same time; with a unified filter size, filters and caps can be shared. The entire line-up offers a high level of convenience.
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Camera lens filters are accessories that attach to the front of your camera lens to modify light as it enters the lens.
Here’s an overview of the most common types and their uses:
UV Filters
- Purpose: Primarily designed to block ultraviolet (UV) light, which was a concern in film photography because UV light could cause haze or a bluish tint in photos.
- Modern Use: Digital cameras are less sensitive to UV light, so UV filters are now primarily used to protect the front element of the lens from scratches, dust, and dirt.
- Impact on Image Quality: A high-quality UV filter has minimal impact on image quality, but cheap filters can reduce sharpness or introduce flares.
ND (Neutral Density) Filters
- Purpose: Reduce the amount of light entering the lens evenly across the frame, without affecting colour or contrast.
- Uses:
- Long Exposure Photography: Create motion blur effects, like smooth waterfalls, silky clouds, or car light trails, even in bright conditions.
- Wider Apertures in Bright Light: Enable shooting with a shallow depth of field (e.g., f/1.4) in bright sunlight without overexposing the image.
- Variants:
- Fixed ND Filters: Provide a specific level of light reduction, measured in stops (e.g., ND2, ND4, ND8, etc.).
- Graduated ND (GND) Filters: Gradually transition from dark to clear, commonly used to balance exposure between a bright sky and a darker foreground.
VND (Variable Neutral Density) Filters
- Purpose: A more versatile version of the ND filter, allowing you to adjust the light reduction by rotating the filter.
- Advantages:
- Offers variable light reduction without changing filters.
- Ideal for videographers who need consistent aperture and shutter speed control in changing lighting conditions.
- Considerations:
- May introduce “X-pattern” artefacts or uneven exposure at extreme settings.
- Slightly more expensive than fixed ND filters.
CPL (Circular Polarizing) Filters
- Purpose: Reduce reflections, enhance colours, and increase contrast by blocking polarized light.
- Uses:
- Reducing Reflections: Minimize reflections from non-metallic surfaces like water, glass, or wet leaves.
- Enhancing Sky and Colours: Deepen the blue of the sky and make colours appear richer, especially in landscapes.
- Improving Contrast: Reduce atmospheric haze in distant shots.
- Operation: Rotate the CPL filter to find the desired effect; the angle of polarization depends on the light’s direction.
Choosing the Right Filter:
- UV Filters: Best for lens protection.
- ND/VND Filters: Essential for long exposures and wide apertures in bright conditions.
- CPL Filters: A must-have for landscape and outdoor photography.
When using filters, it’s important to invest in high-quality options to avoid degrading image quality. Look for features like multi-coating to reduce reflections and ensure durability.