Hi Folks.
I have a question regarding the quality of the cheap CPL filters from China via eBay. I understand that they are aluminium rather than brass construction, but then the dearer filters that I might buy (Hoya Pro) are aluminium too!
I'm looking at getting a 67mm to go on my EF-s 17-85mm lens on my 40D and with a step ring on my EF 70-300mm which is basically my work (second) kit, I use it for documentation of work to classic cars and those unexpected opportunities on the way to or from work.
I have a set for my L glass in my main kit and don't want to get too heavily invested in the second set.
I know the "you get what you pay for" argument, but I'm wondering if for something that may never be used or only rarely whether the CPL filters can be that bad. I have looked at Andoer and Fotga at about a quarter of the cost of the Hoya.
Will they work, what don't they do that they should, what is different that should convince me to buy a Hoya (or similar in that price bracket). I will spend more to get more, just don't like spending more to get the same or very similar!
Thanks in advance for any input on this.
Cheers, Graham.
I have a question regarding the quality of the cheap CPL filters from China via eBay. I understand that they are aluminium rather than brass construction, but then the dearer filters that I might buy (Hoya Pro) are aluminium too!
I'm looking at getting a 67mm to go on my EF-s 17-85mm lens on my 40D and with a step ring on my EF 70-300mm which is basically my work (second) kit, I use it for documentation of work to classic cars and those unexpected opportunities on the way to or from work.
I have a set for my L glass in my main kit and don't want to get too heavily invested in the second set.
I know the "you get what you pay for" argument, but I'm wondering if for something that may never be used or only rarely whether the CPL filters can be that bad. I have looked at Andoer and Fotga at about a quarter of the cost of the Hoya.
Will they work, what don't they do that they should, what is different that should convince me to buy a Hoya (or similar in that price bracket). I will spend more to get more, just don't like spending more to get the same or very similar!
Thanks in advance for any input on this.
Cheers, Graham.