Lens cover/filter sizes for EF-S 18-55mm and EF 75-300mm lenses

[gassjeff]

I need to purchase lens covers/filters for my "Canon - EOS Rebel T7 DSLR Video Two Lens Kit with EF-S 18-55mm and EF 75-300mm Lenses" .  How do I figure out the proper size to buy so it screws on seamlessly?

Jeff

[deebatman316]

Hi @gassjeff @which exact versions of those lenses do you have exactly. Canon has made multiple versions of the lenses that you have listed. Also why do you need protective filters for the lenses. I have example lenses below to help you identify your exact lens model. Please provide the FULL NAMES of the lenses you own.

 

 

[gassjeff]

1) Canon zoom lens EF-S 18-55mm 1:3.5-5.6 IS II Ø58mm

2) Canon zoom lens EF 76-300mm 1:4-5.6 IS III  Ø58mm

I guess I don't NEED.  Wanted them for added protection

[deebatman316 · Accepted solution]

58mm thread filters for both lenses

[ebiggs1]

"I need to purchase lens covers/filters ..." "58mm thread filters for both lenses"

I am a big proponent and believer in protecto filters but you must keep the value of your gear and the benefit you get from the expense. You need to buy a top quality filter in this case one might be the MRC MASTER 007 Clear Filter from B+W. Filters like this will guarantee it will not interfere with your lens with unwanted artifacts or aberrations.

However, this level of protective filter isn't cheap. Base models (58mm) are $40 bucks (approx.) but can go up to $80 for certain models. Now you can try lesser brands and models of course but they might bring issues of their own. Some might be OK, I am just offering this as some educational experience as I tend to learn stuff the hard way myself.

One other thing I will mention, when you screw the protecto filter on the EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II Lens do so carefully and not too tightly as this is an easy lens to damage. Plus, I would put it on and leave it on.

[zakslm]

I agree with Ernie.  

You may also consider a UV filter instead of a clear protective filter.  In additon to B+W filters, I recommend Hoya HMC filters too. 

I don't think a UV filter on a digital camera helps or hurts the image quality any more than a clear protective filter, but they may be more plentiful and available than clear filters. 

Good luck!

LZ

[ebiggs1]

"I don't think a UV filter on a digital camera helps or hurts the image quality any more than a clear protective filter, but they may be more plentiful and available than clear filters."

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