Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1996/03/05
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Hi all, Yes, the B&W filters are excellent. I find the MC (multicoated) variety of their UV filters better than their standard issue. They cost almost about double but well worth the price. I do not carry a lens cap in the field. This is not necessary as the filter provides adequate protection for the front element. Dan >>The (german made?) B&W filters are an excellent choice. > >Optically they are indeed excellent, I'm sure quite the equal of the ones that >carry the Leica brand name. The only problem I've had with them has been >mechanical: they have quite a hefty metal outer ring, at least a couple mm >higher than that of the equivalent Leica filter. That can interfere somewhat >with the seating of the lens cap, particularly if it's a press-on type like >with the 35mm Summicron. I lost one in Hong Kong like that. Fortunately HK >has lots of Leica equipment on sale and a I found a replacement immediately. >At the same time, I bought a proper Leica filter and haven't had a problem >since. > >Adrian Tanovic >Tokyo > >