Originally posted by scalvert:
Originally posted by Spazmo99:
But the post it is also much larger. |
A post-it will only reduce contrast and act as a tiny ND filter (like the central obstrcution on an SCT telescope). A scratch, on the other hand, can introduce glare and refraction effects, particularly if you're shooting into the sun.
That said, a small scratch wouldn't necessarily keep me from buying a lens IF it's a good deal. I got a 17-85mm lens as part of a package deal that's scratched up a LOT worse than the one you're considering and it's on my camera right now (and was also used for my highest scoring photo ever, currently on the home page). |
I doubt that the scratch in this case would have more of an effect on glare and refraction than the typical UV "protective" filter so many use. |
