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Hoya 1236 49mm HMC Close-Up +2 Lens Filter
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Explore Macro Photography with Enhanced ClarityIntroducing the Hoya 49 mm HMC Close-Up +2 Filter. Unleash your creativity with stunning close-up shots while minimizing reflections and flare with Hoya's renowned multi-coating technology. Specifications Filter Size: 49 mm Type: HMC Close-U...
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Overview
Explore Macro Photography with Enhanced Clarity
Introducing the Hoya 49 mm HMC Close-Up +2 Filter. Unleash your creativity with stunning close-up shots while minimizing reflections and flare with Hoya's renowned multi-coating technology.
Specifications
- Filter Size: 49 mm
- Type: HMC Close-Up +2 Filter
- Color: Black
- Coating: Hoya MultiCoated (HMC)
Key Features
Supplementary lens, screws into the filter thread of your lens
Great for Close-Up (Macro) photography
HMC filters minimise reflection to increase light transmission and reduce flare and ghosting
Over 97% light transmission for sharp contrast and well balanced colour
Hoya 49mm HMC Close-Up +2 Filter
Specifications
Brand
Hoya
Model
1236
Filter Diameter
49mm
Filter Type
Close-Up / Macro
Diopter Strength
+2
Coating
HMC (Hoya Multi-Coated)
Light Transmission
Over 97%
Function
Minimizes reflection, reduces flare and ghosting
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- This supplementary lens screws directly into the filter thread of your existing camera lens, making it easy to attach and remove.
- It is specifically designed for close-up (macro) photography, allowing users to capture detailed shots of small subjects.
- HMC filters are engineered to minimize reflection, which helps to increase light transmission through the lens.
- The HMC coating effectively reduces flare and ghosting, resulting in cleaner images with fewer unwanted artifacts.
- Achieves over 97% light transmission, contributing to sharp contrast and well-balanced color reproduction in your photographs.
👎 Cons
- As a close-up filter, it is primarily suited for macro photography and may not be useful for general landscape or portrait shooting.
- This filter is specified for 49mm lens threads, meaning it will not fit lenses with different filter diameters without an adapter ring.
- Being a +2 diopter filter, its magnification strength is fixed and may not offer the same versatility as variable close-up lenses or dedicated macro lenses.
- The description does not specify the material composition, which could be a factor for users concerned about durability or weight.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary use of the Hoya 49mm HMC Close-Up +2 Lens Filter?
This filter is designed for close-up (macro) photography, allowing you to capture detailed images of small subjects.
How does this filter attach to a camera lens?
The Hoya 1236 filter is a supplementary lens that screws directly into the filter thread of your existing camera lens.
What benefits does the HMC coating provide?
The HMC (Hoya Multi-Coated) coating minimizes reflection to increase light transmission and effectively reduces flare and ghosting in your images.
What is the light transmission rate of this filter?
This Hoya filter boasts over 97% light transmission, which helps in achieving sharp contrast and well-balanced colors.
Is this filter compatible with all camera lenses?
This specific filter is designed for lenses with a 49mm filter thread; it will not fit lenses with different diameters.
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