#filters #lenses
Opinions are divided on whether it's a good idea to use neutral protective filters on camera lenses. Spoiler: I think it's a good idea, if just to protect your precious lenses from damage.
In this video, I perform a few basic tests to see if any difference can be seen with and without protective filters (from B+W and Hoya).

Gear used to make this video:
Nikon Z6 camera (B&H) https://bhpho.to/308AzVW
Nikkor Z 50mm f/1.8S lens (B&H) https://bhpho.to/3GWtfxv
Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.8S lens (B&H) https://bhpho.to/3GZ0z77
TASCAM DR-60DmkII DSLR Audio Recorder (B&H) https://bhpho.to/31Jfli7
Røde NTG2 Condenser Shotgun Microphone (B&H) https://bhpho.to/3H5wxhO
Godox SL60 (w/folding beauty dish) (B&H) https://bhpho.to/3bQ6U6b

B+W UV/Haze filters @ B&H: https://bhpho.to/3CTBqbn
Hoya "Protector" Filters @ B&H: https://bhpho.to/3bW7wr0

Intro: 0:04
The debate: 0:23
Why filters: : 2:34
Target tests: 4:04
Video tests: 13:17
Backlit test: 14:08
Conclusion: 14:15

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