Digital Advent Calendar 2010 - Day 18

Remove your UV filter for low-light photography

As you’ll probably know, I am always championing UV filters and how you should always have one protecting your lens at all times.  However, there is an exception to the rule!

When you are photographing at night having a UV filter attached to your lens can actually result in washed out images.  This is why I suggest removing your UV filter for low light/night photography but please take care of that exposed lens!

BONUS TIP.  Using your lens hood will not give you 100 per cent protection whilst your UV filter is removed but it will help.

-Ben