Cokin
Cokin X232 Square Skylight 1B XL Filter
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Enhance Your Images with Warmth and ClarityThe Cokin Square Skylight 1B (X232) filter adds a subtle warmth to your images while reducing atmospheric haze caused by UV light. Designed for XL (X) Series holders, this 0-stop filter is perfect for warming skin tones and controlling blue light in your...
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Overview
Enhance Your Images with Warmth and Clarity
The Cokin Square Skylight 1B (X232) filter adds a subtle warmth to your images while reducing atmospheric haze caused by UV light. Designed for XL (X) Series holders, this 0-stop filter is perfect for warming skin tones and controlling blue light in your scenes.
Specifications:- Filter Type: Skylight 1B
- Filter Size: 130mm x 130mm
- Series: XL (X) Series
- Stop Reduction: 0-Stop
Key Features
Manufactured from CR-39 organic glass - originally launched for the vision lens industry
CR-39 organic glass is extra lightweight, with excellent optical transmission and high compatibility to colouring
Highly resistant to shocks so you can handle the filters in complete confidence and safety
Specifications
Filter Type
Skylight 1B
Size
XL (X232)
Material
CR-39 Organic Glass
Resistance
Highly resistant to shocks
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Manufactured from CR-39 organic glass, known for its extra lightweight properties
- Offers excellent optical transmission, ensuring high-quality light passage through the filter
- Features high compatibility to coloring, suggesting consistent color rendition for various lighting conditions
- Highly resistant to shocks, providing confidence and safety when handling the filter
- Specifically a Skylight 1B filter, which helps reduce excessive bluishness in outdoor photos
👎 Cons
- While shock-resistant, it does not specify complete indestructibility or extreme ruggedization
- The "Skylight 1B" effect is subtle, and some photographers might prefer a stronger warming filter for pronounced results
- Only designed for the Cokin X-Pro holder system (implied by "X232"), limiting universal lens compatibility
- Does not include any stated scratch-resistant coatings, which could be a concern for longevity
- The filter's material is CR-39 organic glass, which might be perceived differently than optical glass by some users
Frequently Asked Questions
What material is the Cokin X232 Square Skylight 1B XL Filter made from?
This filter is manufactured from CR-39 organic glass, which was originally developed for the vision lens industry.
What are the benefits of CR-39 organic glass for this filter?
CR-39 organic glass is extra lightweight, offers excellent optical transmission, and provides high compatibility to coloring.
How durable is this filter?
The filter is highly resistant to shocks, allowing you to handle it with complete confidence and safety during use.
What is the purpose of a Skylight 1B filter?
A Skylight 1B filter helps to reduce excessive bluishness in outdoor photographs, especially in open shade or on overcast days, subtly warming the image.
Is this filter compatible with any lens?
This Cokin X232 filter is a square filter and is designed for use within the Cokin X-Pro holder system, which then attaches to various lenses via adapter rings.
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