Hoya Protector Pro-1 Digital 72 mm - Reviews
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12.10.2012
Ignore what the experts say about filters over the lens. If you are going for the money shot, or studio work then take it off at the crucial moment.Otherwise leave it on, these virtually invisible (genuine Hoya Pro) filters will give you peace of mind and also allow you to keep shooting when the air gets 'dirty'. So, thats going to be anywhere near the sea, children, pets and in the cut and thrust of weddings. Champagne, even Grand Cru will destroy the air/glass coating for good.I have them fitted all the time when out and about on two pieces of very expensive glass. I have never been one for on and off with the lens cap. Check your lens for smudges after fumbling with the cap.The Pro filters are less deep than most so you can use on a 15-20 mm (full frame)
4.2.2017
I always bought filters for my lenses because I read somewhere that is a good idea. And I never been more grateful that I did than when my camera took a tumble lens-first on pavement. That caused a major dent that embedded the cap and the lens filter together. It was heartbreaking to look at. I tried to take the cap off but it was impossible, it was too deformed. My legs went limp thinking there's no way the lens will be in one piece. I couldn't get back into my hotel room quick enough so I can have a proper look. Eventually I managed to dislodge the cap a little bit and fine pieces of glass started to shower out. I was already preparing myself for the worst.
30.7.2017
I use these Hoya Protectors on a number of lenses - mainly those where the front elements are not well recessed, and are at risk of contact with my finger tips and other things, and also where bad weather/rain might be an issue.Generally not noticed much if any image degradation, but I think the effect may vary from lens to lens.Anyway, the glass itself is pretty good, and I would not put "cheap" glass in front of high quality lenses - however, be aware that Hoya filters are notorious for having been cloned and there being many fakes on the market, and so only buy from known reputable suppliers.
4.8.2018
Good protective filter, and a perfect fit for my Olympus 12-40mm Pro lens. I did have one slight issue: I went on a boat trip and got my (fortunately weatherproof!) camera covered in saltwater spray. I rinsed the filter under the tap to get the salt off, and it dried with a couple of water stains on it that a microfibre cloth wouldn't shift. I then used an alcohol-based lens-cleaning wipe, though, and that got the marks off.This filter stays permanently on my lens. Far better to have to replace a £20 filter if you knock it than have to have a close to £1000 lens repaired!
25.4.2019
I have used Hoya filters for many years so when it came to buying a protection filter so complete the weather sealing on a new Canon L series 16-35mm zoom l wasn't going to compromise quality of the glass over price. The images from the lens with and without this filter are tack sharp and the low profile does not seem to introduce any vignetting at the widest zoom and aperture which is pretty much all I can ask of it. As for protection, time will tell but I use my camera on a beach regularly so far it is holding up to the salt air, spray and sand.
17.5.2017
To start with, 99%+ of digital cameras don't need a UV filter - it's a requirement from the film days.Whilst there's many cheaper lens protector filters on the market, you've likely spent a fortune on your camera and lens, and all that good work will be undone by sticking a poor piece of glass in front of it.The Pro1 series is my go-to range of filters, and is on every one of my lenses. I've done extensive pixel peeping, and cannot find any negative effects on images.Highly recommended as a lens protector without a loss in image quality.
8.7.2017
Bought this for my 16-35mm f2.8, which tends to get shoved centimeters from band members faces and fast moving crowds while shooting gigs so it needed a bit of protection. This one seems pretty resilient - hundreds of shows and not a scratch on it. Would there have been a scratch on the lens itself? Who knows? But I'd rather have this piece of glass, which doesn't appear to modify the photo in any way (I find UV filters tend to mess with some lights and add horrible flare so avoid those), take any hits than the expensive glass behind it.
24.11.2011
I thought a UV filter was just a UV filter, been using a cheep Neewer UV filter on the front of my £780 lens for a month now.Silly me, the clarity of this product just does not compare to anything I have used before on my lenses. I certainly will not be buying any UV filter other than this or from anyone other than this manufacturer.It's true, you get what you pay for, and investing in a good UV filter just cannot be avoided if you're tacking it to the front of an expensive piece of equipment.100% happy with this product
16.7.2013
This filter does what it says after purchasing the Sigma APO 70-200 f/2.8 EX DG HSM I felt that it needed something special in the way of a filter so I chose this one called a Digital Protector as protection is its main function. It also helps cut down flare and ghosting in the lens due to its matt black almite frame and its multi coated optical glass but without affecting in any way the colour balance and performance of my lens. Anyone who has a high quaity lens then try this!
17.3.2019
I used to buy the Skylight 1A or 1B filters to protect the front of my lenses. But digital cameras are not affected by the Ultra-violet rays in the same way that old films (eg. 35mm film) were, so the advantage of the Hoya Pro-1 is that it does not cut out any of the light at all. The Skylight filters pass about 99% of the light, but these admit 100%. Not a massive difference, but enough to persuade me. They fit on the lens really well, and seem to have stayed clean so far.
8.12.2012
I've used these (Hoya pro1) filters on a number of lenses now and for me it is a no brainer I guess. If you have a decent lens it is sensible to have protection on it. A UV filter is the most obvious approach. Equally if it is a good lens why would you take a chance on a cheap filter. I am sure some of the cheaper ones work fine however I am not sure which they are so I'll stick with these for now. Better than a scratched lens or compromising the quality of images.
30.10.2013
A cheap replaceable protector can save an entire lens. I was fortunate to have such a filter in place recently. It offers no dfetrimental reduction in image quality and allows for my lens cap, hood and other filters to be used as normal. A lens is a costly piece of kit and one small lapse in concentration can spell disaster. It is as simple as fit and forget but you will drop to your knees in thanks when it saves your precious front element. Trust me, I know.
8.9.2012
Like other reviewers I though they had sent one with no glass.We are not being daft. It really is so clear it has to be seen to be believed ,or not seen in this case. Cheapo filters are lumps of window glass compared to this.The frame is slim. Dont hesitate .You will not regret the extra cost. It may even cost less than a mediocre UV filter. Has anyone written a book "101 things to do with a cheap filter"?(drinks coaster,water colour paint palette,etc)
28.8.2017
When you invest 2k on a lens and you take into rain sand dust it just makes sense to use a protective filter, Hoya Pro 1 is an excellent filter that is Crystal clear protector with a thin anodized alloy ring threads are well cut and fit without wobble with the glass parallel to the lens elements, I can find no differents between the Hoya Pro 1 series and B+W that uses brass rings but Hoya are a third cheaper, this filter is recommended
24.3.2016
We bought this filter to protect the end element of a lens. I like to use this sort of filter as it means the lens itself is protected from minor scratches and possibly will get some protection from impact in case the lens is swung into an immovable object. It fits well and has not added any obvious visual distortions to the photographs. All-in-all, it seems to do the job it was intended to do.