If you want to get a rise from fellow photographers, hop onto any online photography forum and discuss ultraviolet (UV) lens filters. You can say they're excellent or that they're worthless. Either way, you're sure to kickstart a less-than-friendly debate. Like most online debates, there'll be no winners.
Moment has launched a new line of CineClear UV Filters that promise to protect agains sun, dust, scratches, and spills without sacrificing image quality.
Pelican, a company known for making high performance hard-shell protective cases for a range of tasks, has partnered with CM Brands to launch a new "Pelican Outdoor" collection, which features new silicone-based rugged lens protectors.
One of the biggest and hard-fought debates I regularly see online is about UV filters. Many photographers swear by these relatively expensive pieces of glass, and they predominantly use them to protect their lenses.
In addition to its 3 new wide-angle lenses, Nikon has also announced a new line of "high-performance" lens protection filters under the brand name Arcrest.
Here’s a short video tutorial on how you can make a cozy for lens protection using some fleece and …