*sorry off topic abit lol
XE-1 is not worth it, especially when all the newer X100s, X-M1, X-A1 all are powered by much faster AF tech haha
The are rumours of an upcoming XE-1s already
By the time she starts complaining, can get already

Aiyo, can buy car already haha

I agree with you man haha~ Which was why I never really regretted my fortunate purchase of a D90 over any beginner model, although at 1st almost all my photos were over or underexposed LOL

D3xxx or D5xxx might be easier for beginners since the entire range of ISO, shutter speed, exposure and aperture values are shown on screen so its easier to choose from them at 1st. But once familiarized, some will find it slower to access to the settings they want, or the specific values they want

Still, I suppose it varies from people to people one la haha, most don't really care about the settings lol, sticking only to Auto and Program modes XD


D400 coming up soon hehe

UV filters, like you have mentioned, will protect the front-piece from any potential scratches
After all, its cheaper to replace a UV filter rather than the entire lens, especially when its an expensive one!

Although UV filters are important, many cheaper ones will affect image quality/resolution when attached, which is why I think its a good idea that you went for the RM100+ ones
This also explains why most people who use expensive, high-end lenses don't use normal or cheap UV filters, as it sort of beats the purpose of getting a great lens only to have the IQ ruined by some cheap filters haha

Some articles on UV filters:
1. http://photographylife.com/filters-affect-resolution-lenses
2. http://www.lenstip.com/113.2-article-UV_fi..._radiation.html

silrave to avoid being conned, just take a pick from Hoya or B&W UV filters, they are relatively more expensive, but they are good. Can ask for prices in different stores too so that you have an idea how much will it cost.

This post has been edited by [PF] T.J.: Sep 29 2013, 11:17 AM