Cokin

Cokin 101003: 58mm PURE CLASSIQUE Lens Protector Filter

Shield Your Lens with Uncompromising ClarityThe Cokin 58mm PURE CLASSIQUE Protector delivers superior lens protection without sacrificing image quality. Engineered with SCHOTT glass for exceptional transparency and fortified with CLEAR3 coating technology, this filter minimizes reflections and gh...

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Overview

Shield Your Lens with Uncompromising Clarity

The Cokin 58mm PURE CLASSIQUE Protector delivers superior lens protection without sacrificing image quality. Engineered with SCHOTT glass for exceptional transparency and fortified with CLEAR3 coating technology, this filter minimizes reflections and ghosting while maintaining true color rendition. Its ultra-thin frame and thoughtful design ensure compatibility with wide-angle lenses and ease of use.

  • Filter Size: 58mm
  • Glass Type: High Transparency SCHOTT Glass
  • Coating Technology: CLEAR3 Coating
  • Surface Reflectivity: ≤ 0.3%
  • Frame Design: Ultra-Thin, Wide-Angle Compatible
  • Frame Material: Black Matte Aluminum Satin

Key Features

High-end Protect filter for DSLR

・High Transparency glass

・CLEAR 3 Coating Technology

・Ultra Thin Knurling Edge Frame

・Black matte aluminum satin frame

Specifications

Brand
Cokin
Model
101003
Filter Type
Lens Protector Filter
Filter Size
58mm
Glass Type
High Transparency glass
Coating Technology
CLEAR 3 Coating Technology
Frame Type
Ultra Thin Knurling Edge Frame
Frame Material
Black matte aluminum satin

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • This filter features High Transparency glass, ensuring minimal impact on image quality and light transmission.
  • Equipped with CLEAR 3 Coating Technology, which helps reduce reflections and improve clarity.
  • The Ultra Thin Knurling Edge Frame prevents vignetting, particularly beneficial when used with wide-angle lenses.
  • Constructed with a Black matte aluminum satin frame, which helps minimize internal reflections and provides durability.
  • Functions as a lens protector filter, safeguarding your valuable DSLR lens from dust, scratches, and impacts.

👎 Cons

  • This specific 58mm filter is only compatible with lenses that have a 58mm filter thread, limiting its universal application.
  • The product primarily serves as a protector and does not offer creative effects like polarization or variable neutral density.
  • While it has a thin frame, it still adds a physical element to the front of the lens, potentially affecting lens cap fitment.
  • The "PURE CLASSIQUE" designation might imply a focus on essential protection rather than advanced optical enhancements.
  • No specific information about multi-coating layers or hydrophobic properties is detailed beyond "CLEAR 3 Coating Technology."

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary function of this Cokin filter is to act as a lens protector, shielding your DSLR lens from dust, scratches, and potential impacts while maintaining high image quality.
The High Transparency glass ensures that the filter minimally affects the amount of light reaching your camera's sensor and maintains optical clarity, preventing any noticeable reduction in image brightness or sharpness.
The Cokin 101003 features an Ultra Thin Knurling Edge Frame, which is specifically designed to minimize the risk of vignetting, especially when used with wide-angle lenses.
CLEAR 3 Coating Technology helps to reduce reflections and improve light transmission through the filter, contributing to clearer images with enhanced contrast.
Yes, the filter features a Black matte aluminum satin frame, which is designed to be durable and helps to minimize internal reflections for better image performance.