Camera lens protector

[GhostFox]

Just a quickie please guys ,
should I purchase a clear screen protector for the camera lens ?
Not a filter, just something clear to stop scratching the actual lens .
ive seen them on the auction sites for around £4 , just like a mobile phone screen protector I guess but wanted to make sure if they degraded the image or not .
or are they something not needed .

 

[keat63]

Definately, buy a Neutral Density filter.
Its easier to replace a filter than it it is a lens.

 

[msinger]

ive seen them on the auction sites for around £4 , just like a mobile phone screen protector

That would probably work, but it might degrade over time as you clean it. Something made of glass would likely be the best option.

Here are a few options for the Mavic Air 2:

PGYTECH UV Filter


Freewell IR - UV Filter

 

[Dave Maine]

Any additional glass surfaces will degrade the image slightly. The best approach is to protect the lens as best as you can, and when it gets dirty, clean it carefully with a lens cleaning kit.

 

[vindibona1]

I wouldn't buy a lens protector. Most of the camera lenses on the DJI drones have "windows" on them and the actual lens is not exposed. Go ahead and get a UV filter if you're that worried about it. You should avoid touching the front of the camera unless necessary because the gimbal is very fragile. What I might recommend is a lens HOOD which prevents a little light refraction but can offer a little protection for the lens and gimbal in the event of a head on crash and can also keep errant fingers away from the lens to prevent incidental smudging.

 

[msinger]

Most of the camera lenses on the DJI drones have "windows" on them and the actual lens is not exposed

A "window" as in a glass covering? The OP is flying a Mavic Air 2. That drone has an empty ring attached to the front of the camera.

 

[Bryan L]

I bought the PGYTECH UV filter shown above for my MA2 and I'm pleased with it as it does not noticeably degrade my image quality. I just like having a little (inexpensive) protection on the (sorta' expensive) camera lens.

 

[GhostFox]

Fantastic, thanks guys .
I’ll get the pgytech one that’s been mentioned .
?

 

[GhostFox]

Well that’s ordered, £13.17 delivered .

thanks again