How to Remove a Stuck Lens Filter

Ever had that sinking feeling when your expensive filter becomes stuck on your even more expensive lens. How are you going to remove the filter without damaging it or the lens. Well, in this short video from Lifehacker we find a remarkably simple and effective solution:

Basically you need a rubber mat of some sort, for example a drawer liner. Place the lens filter side down and gently turn the lens, with a little luck the filter should come off.

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