Product Description

In this comprehensive guide Lee Frost offers clear answers to the many questions raised about this popular, but largely misunderstood, area of photography. Through easy-to-follow reference charts, specially commissioned comparison shots and inspiring images, beginners will see what filters are available and how to use them: the more experienced can use the images as a source of inspiration.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #22220 in Books
• Published on: 2002-05-15
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 144 pages

Customer Reviews

A MUST BUY if you own a SLR!
I bought this book because I figured having some direction regarding filters would be a good investment. This book is great. The book starts with what might be a slightly wordy explanation about the difference between screw on and slide in filters, and the advantages of each, but if you are just getting into filters you might not even be aware of the differences. I really liked how the book was broken down into different filter types too. This made it easy to follow, and a really relaxed read. Even if you think you know about filters there are several seemingly obvious (once you read them) that you might not have realized that he points out. Despite the un-attractive cover (the worst picture anywhere in the book) the book is very straight forward and shows numerous examples of with/without a certain filter for a certain shot. For these examples he helps to break down the picture and show where the filter used made any differences (sometimes subtle). Anyways, long review short, if you own an SLR then you need to know about filters, and you need to buy this book.

Excellent text and examples
The Photographer's Guide to Filters is the best book I've found on the subject. The examples are stunning and the text is extremely informative. Highly recommended.

GREAT Reference, but a tad dated
Thank you Mr. Frost for clearing the muddy waters on filter systems! I've researched the web on this topic and have found a lot of useful information, but this is the only guide (that I've found) that provides detailed specs on all the available systems in the marketplace, which filters are compatible with which holders, and what focal length limitations exist with each system (holders can cause vignetting with focal lengths wider than 20mm). Trust me ... it's confusing. Chapter 1 (Choosing a Filter System) alone is worth $20 - the 'low-tack' gum solution is brilliant! My only complaint is that it is a bit dated (2002). It would be nice to see an updated version that addresses how filters work with smaller digital sensors (1.3 and 1.6) that are common in the marketplace today. This book only references 35mm format full frame. Plus, there is an ommission of the compatibility of the Cokin Z holder (which I don't think was available in the market at print). These are pretty minor criticisms, however, as this book provides a wonderful summary on the subject. I would recommend this book to anyone who is thinking of buying a filter system.