Customer Reviews

Zeikos ZE-UV77 77mm Multi-Coated UV Filter

5 star:		(13)
4 star:		(9)
3 star:		(6)
2 star:		(2)
1 star:		(1)

 

 

I don't like using unnecessary filters on my lenses (I have a B+W CPL as the only other filter I use), but I wanted to protect my 10-22mm without spending a ton. I wanted to give this multi coated filter a shot for its incredibly low price. After receiving this, I did a bunch of RAW tests with and without the filter in bright sunlight and with the bright sun in the pictures, and I could not see any perceptible difference between having the filter on or off. If anything, there was very minor improvement with the filter on (this was on a hazy evening and pixel peeping at 100%). There is no vignetting at 10mm. Excellent value.

Update 10/31/2010:
I tested this Zeikos on my large aperture Sigma 50mm f/1.4 @ f/1.4 with a light source in the picture frame and I found prominent halo and internal reflections with this filter on. My Hoya MRC filter showed no haze or internal reflections and was indistinguishable from no filter on. As a result, I have decided to downgrade my recommendation for this filter to average. This is not a filter to be used on large aperture lenses with significant light sources in the picture frame.

I currently only purchase multi-coated UV filters for all my lenses, but it's difficult to find an inexpensive 77mm Hoya HMC filter. I took a chance on this Zeikos UV filter, noting that the packaging did indeed state that it was multi-coated. When I received the product, the glass appears to have no better anti-glare coating than a non-coated UV filter I compared it to. My Hoya filters show little to no light reflections (just a faint blue-green ghost reflection of light sources), but the Zeikos just looks like basic glass. I haven't noted any ill effects (reflections/flares/distortion) in photos yet, but I'll just have to bite the bullet and pay the extra $$ for a Hoya filter.

Being just an amateur / enthusiast photographer, I did my fair amount of research on UV filters. I wanted a filter that had good reviews but was more middle of the road when it came to price. So I chose this reasonably priced UV filter to protect my lens from dust and scratches. If something happens to this, it's easily replaced. Product seems to be well machined and sturdy, stays put. No difference in picture quality which I believe is a good thing. Also, polarizer adapts quick and easy. Product was shipped promptly and easy to track on line. I use a Canon XS and the UV filter fits my Sigma 10-20 mm. I shoot mostly outdoor nature and sceneries.

I'm a professional videographer, and I'm telling you plainly: this filter is definitely NOT multi-coated, despite what the manufacturer claims. If you're looking for a simple protective glass filter comparable to an entry level Tiffen UV then this is a fine choice, but if you're looking for anything better keep looking. That being said, it does seem to be well built, it arrived clean and ready to go, and it's as easy to use as any other filter out there.

A step up from non-coated UV filters, such as the Tiffen UV filter also in this price range. Suppresses reflections better than that filter, but still nowhere near as well as my lens does on its own. I'd say instead of taking off the filter to do any shot where reflections were an issue with the non-coated filter, now I take this filter off maybe half of the time.

I was a little skeptical, considering how inexpensive this filter was, and assumed there had to be some blemishes or other shortcomings. Turns out this filter is perfectly fine. Not the heaviest construction and it may not have the multi-coated, anti-glare factor of much more expensive glass. But for anyone who simply wants to protect their lens from scratches and dust this is a great option at a price you can't beat. Arrived quickly and in good shape.

I use this with Tamron 10-24 and outdoors I frequently get unwanted flare effects. Some flare effects are passable, but they way these are shaped/located simply spoils many of my outdoor photos. Looks like I'll need to invest in another filter soon. If you're using other lenses, this filter may or may not work for you, but if you're using it on a Tamron 10-24, I highly recommend considering other options, despite the price disparity.

I got one for my Canon 10-22mm, and it works fine with no problems. I'd recommend it for the quality and price.

It will protect your lens. I don't observe any distortion or problems. It makes me comfortable leaving the lens cap off my 500 dollar lens between shots at the zoo.

I got this to protect my 18-55 EF-S Canon Lens. Seems to do a good job, I haven't noticed any degradation in optical quality, so for an inexpensive way to prevent scratches and whatnot from the front of your lens, this seems like a great deal.