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grahamnp
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PostPosted: Mon Sep 17, 2007 9:26 am 
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Hi,

I am planning to buy a Nikon D80 and intend to use a filter to protect the lens. I've heard that filters can affect focusing and can cause ghosting and flare. Are there any differences between a UV and a protector filter when it comes to these problems? I am thinking of the Hoya Pro 1 D series. Thanks.

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I have a D80 and use a Hoya HMC Haze UV filter on my 18-70mm and 70-300mm VR lenses. I haven't noticed any ghosting with them. You should have no problem with the Pro filters.

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I've got a Hoya Pro 1 D series UV filter and a Circular Polariser and have never had any problems.

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Looks like be getting a Pro 1D then.

Thanks for the quick replies.

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Yep I have a HOYA aswell, never any problems and it could very well save the the lens if it drops by mistake too.

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