Instructions for UV Filters

A UV filter prevents ultraviolet light from entering the camera.

A UV filter is a small lens accessory that attaches to a camera's lens. Photographers and videographers use a UV filter to eliminate ultraviolet light from the images they produce. Typically, UV light has a small effect on a normal image, yet it can cause haze when taking photos of a large area, such as a landscape. The other primary purpose for a UV filter is to provide a layer of protection for the lens. In case of damage, the filter will be damaged instead of the lens.

Instructions

1. Remove the lens cap from the lens.

2. Rotate the UV filter gently onto the end of the lens. Hand tighten the filter until it fits snugly.

3. Turn on the camera and adjust it to the settings you are most familiar with. For best results, set it to its "automatic" mode.

4. Shoot landscape photos to see the UV filter's greatest effects.

References

• Cambridge in Colour: Choosing a Lens Filter
• Visual Photo Guide: Protect Your SLR Lens with a UV Filter