Hoya Pro1 Digital 58mm TWO Multi-Coated Glass Filters Kit with Hoya Pro 1 UV ... Review

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(More customer reviews)I ordered this set of filters just before my vaction were I visited a few aquariums and such as well as just visiting family.
The quality is just GREAT. I did have to clean the lenses when I opened them as there was some factory film/protection oil on them. After cleaning them wow, picture quality was vastly improved.
I have the Canon S3 IS with the lens adapter to 58mm and This set was a perfect buy for me.
These filter easily attach to one another as well (incase you weren't sure of this).
The UV filter I keep on the lens adapter to protect the lense itself and it doesn't degrade indoor pictures at all!
Circular Polarized filter: The best feature is that it has a slightly wider ring so that it's easily seperated from the UV filter, You can also rotate the CPL filter while it's screwed on. It has an independant rotation from it's mounting base. Not entire sure as to why this is as it is a Circular PL filter but I'm sure there is a reason (I'm still learning as I'm sure the Vets are more than aware of).
Conclusion: Great filter set and I would recomment to anyone that is looking. I'll post some pictures once I get the time taken with each of the filters. I'll go out and do a rotation set (unfilter, uv, uv+cpl, pl) so that you can get a better idea as to how much the images are enhanced with these filters.

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Kit includes: 1) Hoya 58mm DMC PRO1 Digital UV Filter; 2) Hoya 58mm PRO1 Digital Circular PL Polarizer Filter; >>> Both filters include: Hoya USA Warranty. >>> The Hoya Pro 1 Digital Series Ultraviolet UV Filter is a multi-purpose, fine-weather filter that is designed to optimize the photography experience of the digital SLR user. UV filters, which absorb ultraviolet rays that often make outdoor photographs hazy and indistinct, should be constantly fitted to a lens to provide improved clarity and color balance, as well as to provide protection to your lens. >>> The Hoya Pro 1 Digital Series Circular Polarizing (PL) Filter allows you to remove unwanted reflections from non-metallic surfaces such as water and glass, and they also improve color saturation, clarity and contrast. This threaded filter is often used to increase the contrast and saturation in blue skies and white clouds, for example. Hoya's polarizing filters do not affect the overall color balance of a shot, and they will provide protection for your lens while shooting. A polarizer is different than most filters in that it is composed of two pieces of glass, mounted independently inside a round frame so that one can be rotated relative to the other. As it is rotated, it increasingly cuts out glare and haze. With an SLR, you can actually observe this change through the viewfinder. Polarizers reduce glare from water, glass, or any non-metallic surface. You can also use a polarizer filter to darken blue skies. Polarizers come in two versions, linear and circular, and autofocus cameras will perform best with a circular polarizer. >>> Hoya Pro1 filters are optimized for use with digital SLR cameras, but they are also perfect for traditional 35mm SLR applications, including black and white photography.

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Hoya Moose 52mm Warm Circular Polarizer Glass Filter Review

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(More customer reviews)The bottom line first: This is the best polarizing filter out there for around 30 bucks or less.
I was looking for a polarizing filter for my S2 IS camera. And there are many filters out there at very cheap price. Some just around 15 bucks or less. And some are very expensive at several hundreds bucks for dSLR users. I didn't want to pay more than 50 bucks for a polarizing filter, but I didn't want to waste even a cent on a useless stuff. So I found this filter. It seemed to be a very good deal since it is a circular filter and it has warming effect. I bought it and I was impressed. All outdoor pictures look really good; the color is deep, water is clear, and clouds are all well shaped. Most nonmetal reflections was filtered out. You should remember that the best effect happens when your camera at 90 degree to the sun.
I doubt that those hundreds dollars filters will be much better than this one. They are certainly better but the difference must be very little in everyday pictures. If the professional one can filter out 99% of reflections, this polarizer must be able to filter out at least 96%.

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Moose Warm Polarizer filters, an exclusive collaboration between Hoya and respected wildlife photographer and conservationist B. Moose Peterson of Wildlife Research Photography, are a combination of a polarizer and an 81A warming filter.For many years, polarizers have been used to remove reflections from non-metallic surfaces such as water and glass as well as being used to darken blue skies to increase contrast in scenic photography. When using a camera with a split beam metering system (a metering system that employs a polarized half mirror) which is most of today's auto focus camera bodies, traditional linear polarizers will cause exposure errors due to their light absorption properties. Circular polarizers yield the same optical effect while not causing exposure problems with modern metering systemsA side effect of both linear and circular polarizes is they "cool down" or make the over-all color balance of a scene slightly bluish. The addition of the 81A glass corrects the color temperature, bringing the scene back to the original 5500K for daylight film's color balance. The 81A glass creates a much more pleasing and warm color balance to the entire scene while the circular polarizer increases color contrast and reduces the effect of atmospheric haze.

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Hoya Moose 67mm Warm Circular Polarizer Glass Filter Review

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(More customer reviews)I am a huge fan of this filter-it stays on my Minolta 5D/28-75mm f2.8 lens almost always, except when shooting indoors. I tried a few other filters, both by this manufacturer, and the other leading filter makers, and this one was the best. Had the best color reproduction-truly seems like the combo filter does exactly what it says it will.
If you are after one filter to shoot landscapes, this is it.

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Moose Warm Polarizer filters, an exclusive collaboration between Hoya and respected wildlife photographer and conservationist B. Moose Peterson of Wildlife Research Photography, are a combination of a polarizer and an 81A warming filter.For many years, polarizers have been used to remove reflections from non-metallic surfaces such as water and glass as well as being used to darken blue skies to increase contrast in scenic photography. When using a camera with a split beam metering system (a metering system that employs a polarized half mirror) which is most of today's auto focus camera bodies, traditional linear polarizers will cause exposure errors due to their light absorption properties. Circular polarizers yield the same optical effect while not causing exposure problems with modern metering systemsA side effect of both linear and circular polarizes is they "cool down" or make the over-all color balance of a scene slightly bluish. The addition of the 81A glass corrects the color temperature, bringing the scene back to the original 5500K for daylight film's color balance. The 81A glass creates a much more pleasing and warm color balance to the entire scene while the circular polarizer increases color contrast and reduces the effect of atmospheric haze.

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Hoya Pro1 Digital 77mm TWO Multi-Coated Glass Filters Kit with Hoya Pro 1 UV ... Review

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(More customer reviews)Purchased these two filters for a 24-105mm Canon EF 'L' and a 10-22 mm Canon EF-S, both of which render excellent images. Less expensive filters are readily available, but do you really want them on these lenses? I do not, as image quality means too much to sacifice for somethimg as minute as the cost of a good filter. Thus far, these have done their respective jobs well; a later trip to the South Pacific will tell the eventual tale.

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Kit includes: 1) Hoya 77mm PRO1 Digital UV Filter; 2) Hoya 77mm PRO1 Digital Circular PL Polarizer Filter; >>> Both filters include: Hoya USA Warranty. >>> The Hoya Pro 1 Digital Series Ultraviolet UV Filter is a multi-purpose, fine-weather filter that is designed to optimize the photography experience of the digital SLR user. UV filters, which absorb ultraviolet rays that often make outdoor photographs hazy and indistinct, should be constantly fitted to a lens to provide improved clarity and color balance, as well as to provide protection to your lens. >>> The Hoya Pro 1 Digital Series Circular Polarizing (PL) Filter allows you to remove unwanted reflections from non-metallic surfaces such as water and glass, and they also improve color saturation, clarity and contrast. This threaded filter is often used to increase the contrast and saturation in blue skies and white clouds, for example. Hoya's polarizing filters do not affect the overall color balance of a shot, and they will provide protection for your lens while shooting. A polarizer is different than most filters in that it is composed of two pieces of glass, mounted independently inside a round frame so that one can be rotated relative to the other. As it is rotated, it increasingly cuts out glare and haze. With an SLR, you can actually observe this change through the viewfinder. Polarizers reduce glare from water, glass, or any non-metallic surface. You can also use a polarizer filter to darken blue skies. Polarizers come in two versions, linear and circular, and autofocus cameras will perform best with a circular polarizer. >>> Hoya Pro1 filters are optimized for use with digital SLR cameras, but they are also perfect for traditional 35mm SLR applications, including black and white photography.

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Hoya 77mm Extra Thin Circular Polarizer Super Multi Coated Glass Filter Review

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(More customer reviews)If you're planning to use this polarizer with a hood on, especially a deeper one, this is probably not a filter for you. For whatever reason Hoya only serrated the outer edge, and the front part is absolutely smooth. You won't be able to turn it unless you can somehow squeeze your finger between the hood and the filter edge.
For a few dollars more you can get B&W multi-coated filter like this, whose maker put a little bit more thought in the design. B&W also seems generally better built.
The coating on my copy of this Hoya doesn't actually reach the very edge of the glass on one side, and when I look closely I can see a gap in coating where the metal ring meets the glass. The gap is tiny and it doesn't actually matter in the photos, but it does leave a bad impression.
Optically I haven't noticed anything obviously wrong with it. It's still a multi-coated polarizer, so guess it's an okay value all-in-all.

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Light rays which are reflected by any surface become polarised and polarising filters are used to select which light rays enter your camara lens. They allow you to remove unwanted reflections from non-metallic surfaces such as water, glass etc. They also saturate colors and increase contrast. Polarizers come in two variations but have the same effect. Linear polarizers work with older camera meters; Circurlar polarizers are designed for today's newer split-beam metering systems used in auto focus cameras. Check your camera's manual Extra thin filters are narrow construction with ultra thin glass. They are designed to avoid vignetting with today's larger wide angle lenses.

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Hoya Moose - Filter - warm circular polarizer - 77 mm Review

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(More customer reviews)Many people don't understand polarizing light, so they expect more from these filters than they can deliver. Polarizing filters depend upon the angle of the light essentially being at right angles to the axis of the camera lens. When used with a very wide angle lens, the likelihood of that light being at a uniform angle to the axis is about nil. As a result, when you look through the viewfinder, and rotate the filter, you should expect to see non-uniform darkening of the sky, when used with a wide angle lens. However, once the light hits trees, fields etc., it is scattered -- so the inconsistency of polarizing effect is much less pronounced. The issue is solely in sky. You may be able to reduce that effect by shooting at a different angle to the source of light (sun) - but that probably won't include the scene. Even if you fix the aperture and shutter speed, you can't shoot multi-image panoramas with a polarizing filter.
Other points: It will do very little at mid-day at times of year when the sun is dead above you. Or when the sky is overcast (although the Moose will warm the cold light of that day). Or when the sun is at your back.
Having said that, the Hoya Moose filter is the most satisfying I have used in nearly 50 years of photography. The warming effect is simply beautiful. I bought mine (62, 67 and 77mm) before a trip to New Mexico last winter, and whether shooting from the ride up to the Scandia Tramway or Ghost Ranch where Georgia O'Keefe painted, the results were consistently spectacular. I used it on a 17mm F3.5 Tokina ATX-Pro in the Southwest, and again in Israel, and whether shooting old rocks or old temples, the effect was a blow-away. I ordinarily detest putting a $70 piece of glass in front of a $700 lens, because the risk of inter-surface reflections cutting contrast is pronounced.* But when the light was right, that Moose was on the lens most of the day.
If you've never used a Moose, you will be astounded at how it can turn rather ordinary scenes into extraordinary. In environments like the Southwest, where pollution is minimal, the effect is to intensify edge sharpness. Texture, landscape tone, and general details will "pop" if the light is right for a polarizer. Just understand that, by blending an 81A with a polarizer, it will "warm" snow -- so be prepared to cool that down in digital postprocessing.
I just got a new 18-200mm Nikon VR lens, and debated whether I should get a new 72mm for it, or a cheaper adapter for my 77mm. I decided that to use the lens shade, I'd buy another Moose.
If you've been persuaded to buy one, leave me a comment after your first shoot -- and tell me how happy you are!
*Consider that, when you keep a skylight filter on your lens to "protect" it. It may "protect" you from getting getting the best deep-shadow detail your lens can deliver. And if your lens gets hit from the front, the filter shards will wipe out your lens, anyway...so use a lens shade to "protect" your lens from fingers and dirt.

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Collaboration between respected wildlife photographer and conservationist B. Moose Peterson of Wildlife Research Photography and THK Photo Products, Inc., has created a circular polarizing filter that uses 81A optical glass made by Hoya, the worlds largest optical glass manufacturer, instead of the clear optical glass of a normal circular polarizer. When using a camera with a split beam metering system (a metering system that employs a polarized half mirror) which is most of today's auto focus camera bodies, traditional linear polarizers will cause exposure errors do to their light absorption properties. Circular polarizers yield the same optical effect while not causing exposure problems with modern metering systems. For many years, polarizers have been used to remove reflections from non-metallic surfaces such as water and glass as well as being used to darken blue skies to increase contrast in scenic photography. A side effect of both linear and circular polarizes is they "cool down" or make the over-all color balance of a scene slightly bluish. The addition of the 81A glass corrects the color temperature, bringing the scene back to the original 5500K for daylight film's color balance. The 81A glass creates a much more pleasing and "warm" color balance to the entire scene while the circular polarizer increases color contrast and reduces the effect of atmospheric haze.

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Hoya 67mm HMC Circular Polarizer Filter Review

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(More customer reviews)This polariser works beautifully on my Canon 24-105 zoom lens.
It is better used outside in brighter conditions since the lens opening needs to be stepped up while it's on.
I have many family members who wear glasses that reflect light & finally I can make portraits of them where their eyes can be seen.

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Light rays which are reflected by any surface become polarised and polarising filters are used to select which light rays enter your camara lens.They allow you to remove unwanted reflections from non-metallic surfaces such as water, glass etc.They also saturate colors and increase contrast.Polarizers come in two variations but have the same effect. Linear polarizers work with older camera meters; Circurlar polarizers are designed for today's newer split-beam metering systems used in auto focus cameras. Check your camera's manual.

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Sigma EX DG 58mm Wide Multi-Coated Circular Polarizer Filter Review

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(More customer reviews)Well I bought this polarizing filter just to have it for sunny exposure days.
Seems to me worth the money. No complaints. Well built, quality glass.
I don't remember if I read the review for this one stating that you could not use a lens cap with it. If so that is false. There is enough of a lip on the filter to clip the standard cap to it. No need to get another cap.
Worth the $

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Designed for use with autofocus and multifocus SLR cameras, the Sigma 58mm circular polarizing filter cuts the glare from water and nonmetallic surfaces, letting you enjoy crisper, clearer images. A circular polarizer is intended to improve color saturation and contrast, performing such tasks as darkening the sky in color photography without affecting the color balance. The filter's multilayer coating, meanwhile, optimizes protection for the lens while further reducing reflection. The filter--which is designed to especially benefit wide-angle lenses without vignetting--fits lenses with 58mm filter threads. Note that the polarizing filter does not have a thread on the front filter ring.

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Sigma DG 55mm Wide Multi-Coated Circular Polarizer Filter Review

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(More customer reviews)The filter works well, it's very slim and is easy to adjust. It's a little hard focusing manually while using it; and in cold weather it can get stuck on the lens. If that happens putting a rubberband around it to provide a better grip will do the trick. I use it with my 18 mm lens and have never noticed any vignetting on the photos I take with it, although there is usually a little bit of a bluish cast to the photos. That however, is faint.

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The Sigma Multi-Coated Wide Circular Polarizing Filter allows you to remove unwanted reflections from non-metallic surfaces such as water and glass, and they also improve color saturation, clarity and contrast. This threaded filter is often used to increase the contrast and saturation in blue skies and white clouds, for example. Polarizing filters do not affect the overall color balance of a shot, and they will provide protection for your lens while shooting. This filter is recommended for color and black & white film, as well as digital photography. A polarizer is different than most filters in that it is composed of two pieces of glass, mounted independently inside a round frame so that one can be rotated relative to the other. As it is rotated, it increasingly cuts out glare and haze. With an SLR, you can actually observe this change through the viewfinder. Polarizers reduce glare from water, glass, or any non-metallic surface. You can also use a polarizer filter to darken blue skies. Polarizers come in two versions, linear and circular, and autofocus cameras will perform best with a circular polarizer, since a circular polarizer allows for proper exposure metering and/or autofocus distance settings. This particular circular polarizer is designed especially to benefit wide angle lenses, utilizing thinner filter rings to avoid vignetting, a common side effect of wide angle photography. Multi-Layer Coating for Superior Protection: Sigma has treated this filter with a multi-layer coating process, which, in addition to its reflection-reducing qualities, makes these filters especially scratch-resistant. This coating does not affect the optic characteristics of the filter, but significantly optimizes the protective effects.

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B+W 72mm Circular Polarizer MRC Filter Review

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(More customer reviews)If you have quality glass, like the Canon L series, then you need quality filters. the B+W are made from ground optical glass, not a piece of plain glass like as you see in the tiffen and hoyas filters (even the expensive ones are still cheap grade glass). Only B+W and Heliopan put the time and $$ into making filters that are designed to be used with your quality lenses and not distort and reduce the optical quality of them. I have 2 MRC, 1 Kaesemann, and 1 slim one, and I love them. I have a Heliopan as well, and I prefer the B+W a little bit more as its a brass ring and not aluminum and thus does not bind up as easy, and thats important when you want to change filters quickly! I like the MRC the best of them all, the slim one is a pain since you cant put a normal canon lens cap on it, but the Heliopan slim one you can... If you use a cheap filter on a pro grade lens, you are wasting your money, on the lens and the filter as the filter just hurt your image quality, and thus you lowered the quality of your lens! In filters, like lenses, you get what you pay for!!!
I shoot in all kinda of weather conditions, from sunny and warm, to windy and cold or snowy, and I have never had any major issues with any of my B+W filters acting up! I prefer the MRC or even the Kaesemann over the entry level one, but even their entry level one is ground glass, so you still get a great quality filter at that price point.

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Zeikos ZE-FLK82 82mm Multi-Coated 3 Piece Filter Kit (UV-CPL-FLD) Review

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(More customer reviews)MOST HAVE FOR YOU CAMERA, POLARIZED FILTER WORKS GREAT ON OUTDOORS ELIMINATING GLARE RELECTIONS ON ANY SURFACE. THE UV FILTER DON'T GAVE MUCH ADVANTAGE ON MY CAMERA SO I DON'T USE IT. THE FLOURESENT LIGHT FILTER WORKS GOOD YOU ONLY NEED TO KNOW WHEN TO USE IT. SO FOR EVERYDAY FILTER THE CPL IS THE ONE BUT WITH SO LOW PRICE THE KIT IS VERY HANDY.

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Zeikos 82mm Glass Multi Coated 3 piece Filter Kit consisting of an Ultra Violet (UV), Circular Polarizer (CPL), and a Fluorescent (FLD) Filter. They have Black metal rings to match most cameras. Protective hard case included.

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Polaroid Optics 46mm CPL Circular Polarizer Filter Review

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(More customer reviews)This filter works fine on my Panasonic Lumix DMC FZ35 (also fits FZ28).
It is not multicoated as more expensive polarizing filters.
I am not positive that it is truly CPL, but CPL is not necessary for this (or other non SLR digitals) camera anyway.
Maybe I have it wrong, but I thought a true CPL filter does not change contrast as it rotates.
This filter has a significant effect when manually rotated.
What I can say is that it works great and does what it is supposed to do.
It does not interfere with the lens cap as the other cheaper 46mm polarizer (Zeikos) because the mounting ring is thinner.
Other than that they are both about the same.
I would say the extra few bucks is worth it for the thinner ring.
It mounts fine.
Some people need to know that you have a split, slipping ring which needs to be held still when mounting on the camera, and that you must rotate the outer ring to get the best effect when taking a photo.


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Polaroid filters continue the brand's long legacy of superior optical solutions. All our filters are carefully formulated to ensure consistent color and accuracy throughout the entire surface of the glass. Why? Consistent color means consistent high quality results. We know that a poorly made filter makes a great lens and camera worthless, that's why the our frame rings are constructed of special alloys that won't expand or contract over time or due to temperature extremes-it's also why we back our filters with an 10 year warranty-because we engineer them to last.Like all Polaroid optics, Polaroid filters are precision manufactured to the most demanding of tolerances. This ensures consistent high quality results even after years of use.

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Hoya DMC Pro1 Digital 52mm Circular PL Polarizer Lens Filter + Accessory Kit for Canon, Nikon, Sony, Olympus & Pentax Lenses Review

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(More customer reviews)UPDATE: HOYA's NEW "HD" FILTER IS EVEN BETTER THAN THIS "PRO-1." (HD Passes 2/3 stop more light, and has even better coatings.)
The Hoya Pro1 CP filter is WAY better than any other brand. Smoother turning, best coatings, and NO optical flaws. Buying it in this kit is FAR cheaper than buying just the filter itself. It's a no brainer--IF YOU NEED A POLARIZING FILTER, BUY IT IN THIS KIT!

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Kit includes: 1) Hoya 52mm PRO1 Circular Polarizer Filter; 2) Lenspen Lens Pen Cleaning System; 3) CapKeeper 2 Lens Cap Strap; 4) Precision Design Deluxe 6 Piece Lens & Digital SLR Camera Cleaning Kit. ♦ Hoya filter includes: Hoya USA Warranty. ♦ The Hoya Pro 1 Digital Series Circular Polarizing (PL) Filter allows you to remove unwanted reflections from non-metallic surfaces such as water and glass, and they also improve color saturation, clarity and contrast. This threaded filter is often used to increase the contrast and saturation in blue skies and white clouds, for example. Hoya's polarizing filters do not affect the overall color balance of a shot, and they will provide protection for your lens while shooting. Hoya Pro1 filters are optimized for use with digital SLR cameras, but they are also perfect for traditional 35mm SLR applications. ♦ The LensPen's unique design makes cleaning your lens fast, simple and effective. On one end, a retractable soft brush sweeps dust and loose particles away from the glass. On the other end, a special dry cleaning compound is used to gently remove fingerprints and spots. The result is a crystal clear lens surface and better pictures in just seconds. ♦The CapKeeper 2 prevents lens cap loss with adhesive-backed disc attached to the cap. Never lose your cap again! ♦ The Deluxe 6-Piece Cleaning Kit includes: Hurricane Air Blower, Booklet of Lens Cleaning Tissues; Lens Cloth; Lens Cleaning Liquid; Brush; Cotton Swabs.

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Hoya Pro1 Digital 67mm TWO Multi-Coated Glass Filters Kit with Hoya Pro 1 UV + Circular PL Polarizer Filter for Canon, Nikon, Olympus & Pentax Lenses with 67mm Filter Size Review

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(More customer reviews)We shoot outdoors and always use a UV, polarizer, or both on all of our lenses. I bought these for one of my Canon lenses and have since bought them for all of my other lenses. The clarity is superior to previous filters we have used, even other Hoya filters. The pictures come out sharp and clean with no filter related flaws or flares... great product!
Update: after some more use I have found only one minor flaw and that is that my Canon lens cap doesn't fit quite right on this filter. It still stays on, though. :D

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Kit includes: 1) Hoya 67mm PRO1 Digital UV Filter; 2) Hoya 67mm PRO1 Digital Circular PL Polarizer Filter; >>> Both filters include: Hoya USA Warranty. >>> The Hoya Pro 1 Digital Series Ultraviolet UV Filter is a multi-purpose, fine-weather filter that is designed to optimize the photography experience of the digital SLR user. UV filters, which absorb ultraviolet rays that often make outdoor photographs hazy and indistinct, should be constantly fitted to a lens to provide improved clarity and color balance, as well as to provide protection to your lens. >>> The Hoya Pro 1 Digital Series Circular Polarizing (PL) Filter allows you to remove unwanted reflections from non-metallic surfaces such as water and glass, and they also improve color saturation, clarity and contrast. This threaded filter is often used to increase the contrast and saturation in blue skies and white clouds, for example. Hoya's polarizing filters do not affect the overall color balance of a shot, and they will provide protection for your lens while shooting. A polarizer is different than most filters in that it is composed of two pieces of glass, mounted independently inside a round frame so that one can be rotated relative to the other. As it is rotated, it increasingly cuts out glare and haze. With an SLR, you can actually observe this change through the viewfinder. Polarizers reduce glare from water, glass, or any non-metallic surface. You can also use a polarizer filter to darken blue skies. Polarizers come in two versions, linear and circular, and autofocus cameras will perform best with a circular polarizer. >>> Hoya Pro1 filters are optimized for use with digital SLR cameras, but they are also perfect for traditional 35mm SLR applications, including black and white photography.

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Sunpak CF-7057 CP Circular Polarized Filters 52mm Review

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(More customer reviews)I have no $100 multicoated filters with which to compare this Sunpak Picturesplus filter, but it seems like quality glass to me. It has front threads so another filter can be attached in front of it. The total thickness is 10mm. However, if you want a UV filter for use with film cameras or as a clear protector for digital cameras, then get the SLIK CF-7078 two-pack for only $2 more. The only thing lacking is a carrying case, but the packaging serves as a protective if bulky case.

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The Sunpak CF-7057-CP 52mm Circular Polarizer Filter increases color saturation and contrast by reducing reflections from non-metallic surfaces and by cutting through haze and it Deepens sky color. The Sunpak CF-7057-CP Generally requires through the lens viewing.

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Bower VFK52C 52MM Hi Res UV Circ Pol ND Lens Filter Set Review

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(More customer reviews)The circular polarizing filter is fun to play with and works great. The ND4 is not used much. The UV filter is good for protecting the lens.

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Bower 52MM Hi Res UV Circ Pol ND Lens Filter Set - Bower VFK52C

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B + W 52mm Circular Polarizer Multi Coated Glass Filter Review

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(More customer reviews)There are a number of things you can do to modify a digital image using digital image editing programs. Lots of special effects may easily be added after the image has been made. But polarizing filters are almost magical. You see, they cut reflections and glare, and provide images with more rich colors, and for everything except metal, reduced glare and reflection. These are things that can be difficult or impossible to do, no matter how good you are with a digital image editing program.
Yes, the filter is costly. Magic never comes cheaply. In fact, the filter is made to rotate once installed so there are extra moving parts not found on most filters. Then there is the high-quality coating that helps with flare caused by the filter. There's a cost for this too. But when all is said and done, it's worth every last penny of the cost for the results you can get.
The circular polarizer is necessary for single-lens-reflex (SLR) cameras that use auto-focus and metering systems because many of these cameras' systems would be adversely affected by linear polarizing filters. So if you have a recent, auto-focus, through-the-lens metering camera, you probably should be using a circular polarizing filter - check your camera manual if you are not sure.
This in my experience is the most useful filter available and worth every penny. Unlike the Skylight or UV filters sold because "you need to protect your lens" or "cut UV-haze". Just remember that todays modern lenses have very hard glass, hard lens coatings, and that UV rays do no pass through glass. Unlike the polarizing filter, the Skylight and UV filters are a waste of your money unless you are truly shooting in a very hostile environment. Save the money you would have spent on these profit makers for the camera store and buy a filter that will actually make an immediate difference in your photography!


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Polarizer filters evenly increase color saturation of all colors (except black and white), creating deep, rich scenics.They add contrast for dramatic skies and ariel shots.Polarizers also eliminate glare from highly reflected surfaces like glass and water.Polarizers are two part lenses that rotate, allowing you to select the degree of additional saturation, contrast and glare reduction desired. They come in two varieties.Circular-for all types of cameras (required for beam splitting metering systems commonly found in auto-focus SLR's and in most current TTL Slr's; check your camera's manual).Linear-for rangefinders and older SLR metering system

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