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Don't leave the store without buying and fitting a UV filter to the
lens. A UV filter will not only filter UV light but more importantly
ensure that the lens itself is kept free from dirt and scratches.
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A circular polariser is also good for this. I only rairly use UV and
polarising filters when taking photos, except outdoors with nice
sky and water. The filter will change the appearance of your
photos. Some shots look much better with UV filtered, others look
much better without UV filtered.
I've also found that with a bit of care it's easy to keep a
unprotected lens safe. Just respect your gear and don't let other
people play with it. Take extra care to always have it secure with
at least one hand, always use the strap around your neck, not
just one arm. if you're going to drop something make sure it's not
the camera. It's hard to make a choice between dropping a lens
or a camera or a lens cap in the instant, make sure your brain is
wired to make sure the camera is safe, don't risk the camera just
to catch a lens cap. If someone else is dropping something, let
them, you worry about the equipment in your hands. If you train
your reflexes just a little, chaos can be raining around you while
the camera stays safe and sound in your hand.
Couple of good URLs:
http://www.dpreview.com/
http://www.lenspen.com/ (MUST HAVE)
-Ben
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