Hi, I'm new to the forum and I was wondering where you can buy a cheap lens filter for a 58mm lens in Metro Manila. Thanks in advance.

welcome to the forum gabriel! well, you can visit hidalgo, quiapo area...you can find cheap filters.

island photo in makati :)

Don't buy a cheap UV filter. There are problems associated with it.

There are lots of camera shops in Quiapo, Hidalgo St.

Dys, ano possible problems for cheap UV filters?

For example, my 58mm Sunpak UV filter, it hightens the glare of my Canon 50mm f1.8. I already removed it. :D

@Dys,

I've also heard some negative feedback on Sunpak UV filters, is it common to all sizes?

Is Hoya a better alternative?

You're better off without a filter than having a cheap one. Remember, that piece of glass (or acrylic or acetate) gets between your sensor and your subject.

@Dys,

I've also heard some negative feedback on Sunpak UV filters, is it common to all sizes?

Is Hoya a better alternative?

I've read that it differs... depending on your lens, but I have only tried the 58mm Sunpak UV filter.

I've started a thread about cheap UV filters here: http://www.digitalphotographer.com.ph/forum/showthread.php?t=1035

You're better off without a filter than having a cheap one. Remember, that piece of glass (or acrylic or acetate) gets between your sensor and your subject.
Yes, I agree.

I have to invest on a decent UV filter to protect my lens.

Thanks, Dys.

You're better off without a filter than having a cheap one. Remember, that piece of glass (or acrylic or acetate) gets between your sensor and your subject.

This makes clear sense! Brief but concise! :)

what brand of filters do you guys use? I have Sunpak, Hoya and Marumi (hehe very weird brand name)

I bought a Sunpak UV filter from Mayer for P300.00 yesterday. I have to find out if that thing works.