Hoya 77mm UV (Ultra Violet) Multi Coated Glass Filter

My opinion is base on a short period of use and by no mean scientific. The great thing about this multi-coated filter is that I could not tell if there is any degradation of image quality with it attached to my lens. It is also relatively thin (unless you compare to those $100+ filters), so vignetting is also not an issue.

The debate on whether to mount filters on modern day DSLR lenses goes on. I tend to use filters, but not the cheap knock-off models. I've had no issue with glare, or flare, using the Hoya on a Nikon 70-200 VR.

For me, it adds protection for the front lens element from dust and other elements.

I have taken photos with and without filters under varying conditions and have seen no negative effects on the photos when using filters.

Recommended for those who choose to use filters.

The Hoya is affordable and seems to be very good quality
This was the most affordable "multi-coated" filter I could find to protect my lens. The next time you're in a camera shop, do a visual comparison between a single and multi-coated filter.

My order with Amazon shipped fast and arrived in perfect condition

Here's an intersting discussion "Do I need multi-coated filters vs mono-coated?"
http://photo.net/bboard/q-and-a-fetch-msg?msg_id=000Vya

This is a great product, so far no problems. I use it on a Canon 16-35 2.8/L. I will probably buy other filters from Hoya in the future.

I love this UV filter from Hoya. It stays on all my lenses all the time and offers great protection from scratches. Which would you rather replace a $30 filter or a $500 or more lens. It might produce some image degradation to the pure theorist but who can tell in the real world. Highly recommeded.