I need to get some filters for a Nikon FE2. I understand filter usage, but know nothing about brands.
I shoot black and white fine art landscapes.
Thanks for any advice -
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I need to get some filters for a Nikon FE2. I understand filter usage, but know nothing about brands.
I shoot black and white fine art landscapes.
Thanks for any advice -
What size? It depends upon lens filter size. Camera body has nothing to do with it. Start with a deep yellow #15 and green and red filters.
To save money you might have to get a step up ring.
Jeff
If you are using AI/AIS Nikkor lenses then a 52mm filter thread is quite common. I use a Nikon Yellow Y48, a Hoya orange filter (can't remember the grade), a red Nikon R60 & a circular polariser.This Ken Rockwell page gives info on filter effect for B&W film. http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/filters.htm
When buying filters look for ones that are multicoated if you can. Also avoid cheap no brand ones.
Tiffen is a good affordable brand, been around for a long time.
I currently have Nikkor 28mm ais and 50mm AF - Non D.
I have three Filters I can sell you for $20.00 plus shipping,they are all Nikon brand in new condition,No scratches or marks of anykind, they are x1 green,y52 yellow and r60 red. all great for Black and White.
all 52mmQuote:
Originally Posted by burchel pierce
Hoya HMC filters (multicoated) are excellent and not really expensive. The two lenses you mentioned are both 52mm filter size, I believe -- I know the 28mm is. I recommend orange as a good black and white filter -- and don't forget a polarizing filter, since it's great for cutting haze and really bringing out the clouds. (Yes, it's not just for color.)
Just saw the post above -- $20 for three Nikon filters is a really good deal.
I also have a nikon polarizer in excellent condition with a nikon hn-12 lens hood that works with it. I can let you have for an extra $10.00. Like Nick says, they do work great for cutting haze and bringing out clouds in Black And White.