GF670 & filter - custom-made?

Peter_S · 02-10-2012

Hi!
Yesterday in Tokyo I could briefly handle the GF670. Oh, very nice, I have to say, and very tempting. I am aware of the filter issue and that no conventional filter can be left on the lens when closed. I would get a MF system for b+w work only, but for use in places where removing and attaching the filter or hood is very inconvenient/impossible.

I was wondering if one could grind down the rim of a 58mm filter until there are only threads left, and fixate the glas on the thread with glue...this may be thin enough. Has anyone attempted that?

Best,
Peter

Lflex · 02-10-2012

IMO the GF670w is nicer. No fragile bellows or filter issue. Do not fold up and the lens covers a wider field of course - but the latter is a plus in my book. I played around with both in FUJIFILM showroom in Tokyo Midtown but never used one with film.
Sorry - can't help you with advice on your questions.

Ariel · 02-12-2012

The only thing I had to do was grinding off a UV filter's front rim.
When the filter is screwed on the lens it protrudes about 1 mm from the lens.
But that's fine to fold the camera without any problem.