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UV Filter Compatibility

stepster · 2009-05-21 10:26:26

Hi - a very simple question from a newbie. I've a Olympus 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 Zuiko lens. The filter attachment diameter is 58mm. Should any generic filter of 58mm in diameter fit on? I've got the Hoya 58mm UV Multi Coated Glass filter in mind. I know it sounds like a no brainer, however, I just thought the threads on one…

21-05-2009 10:26am

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stepster

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Hi - a very simple question from a newbie. I've a Olympus 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 Zuiko lens. The filter attachment diameter is 58mm.

Should any generic filter of 58mm in diameter fit on? I've got the Hoya 58mm UV Multi Coated Glass filter in mind. I know it sounds like a no brainer, however, I just thought the threads on one may not match the other.

Thanks

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#2 21-05-2009 10:30am

Paulw

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Unless the lens is very unusual, yes, any generic filter should fit, as long as it's the correct diameter.

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#3 21-05-2009 11:05am

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As Paul said. Except with some of the ultra-wide angle lenses which may vignette with a "thick" filter and need a slim filter all other lenses will probably be fine with the generic filter.

Thank goodness camera companies don't have proprietary filter threads!

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#4 21-05-2009 11:09am

stepster

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Thanks for that guys

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#5 21-05-2009 4:58pm

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Thirdfox wrote: »

Thank goodness camera companies don't have proprietary filter threads!

Shh! They'll hear you!

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