Re: Photography question. Can shooting video of welding damage the camera?

nickgully Wrote:
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> A neutral density filter and a UV filter should
> keep all emissions within range of the CCD. Also
> if any splatter or spark gets on the removable
> lens, you could just throw it away.
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> -Nick

While I won't argue that ND or UV filters would provide more protection for the sensor, the extra pieces of glass may result in some pretty substantial flares. I've had more than a few sunrise shots and night shots with bright headlights spoiled because of the presence of filters. No matter how nicely coated they are, I've yet to find a brand that didn't flare to some degree. Anytime I know I'm going to have a very bright light in the frame, I typically get the filters off my lenses.

Your mileage may vary....

/Kevin Madore