how do i attach on a filter?

MichaelHo · 10 Nov 2007 at 18:45

Just bought a nifty fifty and a HOYA CIR-polarizing filter (52mm).

Can't seem to figure out how to attach it on. Help guys?? lol.

Michael.

vincent1989 · 10 Nov 2007 at 18:52

should just screw in the end of the lens if it's the right siz
edit: the end that doesnt screw into the camera ^^

A.N.Other · 10 Nov 2007 at 18:53

There are threads on the front of the lens and on the back of the CP that screw together. You've got to make sure you've got the right size for your lens, obviously.

MichaelHo · 10 Nov 2007 at 18:58

lol silly me, was trying to screw it in the wrong way.

how do I know which orientation the filter is in? There is a silver mark on the filter. What does this indicate?

vincent1989 · 10 Nov 2007 at 19:05

MichaelHo said:
lol silly me, was trying to screw it in the wrong way.

how do I know which orientation the filter is in? There is a silver mark on the filter. What does this indicate?

i dont think it matters :/ my UV one that i got yesterday for my new camera went on fine

and doesnt seem to make a difference

MichaelHo · 10 Nov 2007 at 19:37

I think orientation of UV doesn't matter but it does with a polarzing filter.
You have to align the 'filter' 90 degrees to the direction of sunshine or, something like that.

vincent1989 · 10 Nov 2007 at 19:40

MichaelHo said:
I think orientation of UV doesn't matter but it does with a polarzing filter.
You have to align the 'filter' 90 degrees to the direction of sunshine or, something like that.

it's probably meant to be half and half (ie horizon line)

did you try reading the little bit of paper that should tell you how to put it on properly?

GeX · 10 Nov 2007 at 20:23

the filter will turn indpendently of the thread.

robertgilbert86 · 10 Nov 2007 at 21:31

Every shot you take with the polariser; turn it until you have the desired effect.

90 degrees from the sun direction will give you the bluest/darkest skies. Straight into or away from the sun will have little or no effect.

For other things like reflections in water or cars just spin until you get what you want.

Tysonator · 11 Nov 2007 at 15:34

polariser filter, you just keep turning the filter till you get *** effect you like.
Very different some times to use if you zoom lens turns when you zoom in or out !

Scam · 11 Nov 2007 at 18:02

I'm fairly certain on my CP filter the arrow indicates where the sun should be. Point the arrow at the sun for the best effect. It's a bit of a hassle if you're looking through the viewfinder so just keep turning until you get *** desired effect, it doesnt make much difference as you can really ruin a shot if it's turned the 'wrong' way.

MichaelHo · 11 Nov 2007 at 18:25

Have used mine today and I just turn it until I have the desired effect. It does make a massive difference in reducing glare and reflection, if you haven't got one, get one!

a1ex2001 · 12 Nov 2007 at 11:57

MichaelHo said:
Have used mine today and I just turn it until I have the desired effect. It does make a massive difference in reducing glare and reflection, if you haven't got one, get one!

agree entirely it's one of the best things I've purchased. got one just before I went for a two week holiday in cuba and it rarely came off the camera!

GeX · 12 Nov 2007 at 12:04

i really should buy a new one. i've got the case for mine, but i've lost the filter. I think it's in the lakes..somewhere!