Hoya
Hoya 72mm HMC Yellow Filter Screw-in Lens Filter
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A multi-coated 72mm yellow filter that enhances contrast and sky detail for striking black-and-white photography.
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Overview
Key Features
CREATES NATURAL TONES WITH MILD CONTRAST BOOST – This Yellow K2 72 mm lens filter subtly darkens blue tones and improves sky and foliage detail, perfect for black and white photography using camera lens filters and accessories.
RENDERS SKIES, FOLIAGE & ARCHITECTURE MORE NATURALLY – This 72mm filter gently enhances contrast in outdoor daylight exposures, helping you capture true-to-life detail with camera lens effects filters across portraits, landscapes, or structures.
6-LAYER HMC MULTI-COATED GLASS FOR SHARPER RESULTS – Reducing flare and ghosting, Hoya’s optical-grade multi-coated glass ensures 97%+ light transmission—ideal for high-resolution lenses and filters for camera lens shooting scenarios.
LIGHTWEIGHT SLIM FRAME FOR A CLEAN, SECURE FIT – Designed with a slim black aluminum frame, this screw-in filter ensures a seamless fit on DSLR lenses, ideal for photo filter lens effects without vignetting, even when stacked with other filters.
PRO-GRADE OPTICAL GLASS FOR NATURAL, TRUE-TO-LIFE IMAGERY – Crafted with HOYA’s renowned multi-coated glass, this yellow K2 camera lens filter delivers clean, balanced tones for photographers seeking realistic contrast and clarity in black and white outdoor photography.
Specifications
Brand
Hoya
Model
Y6GELB072
Filter Size
72mm
Filter Type
Yellow (K2)
Coating
HMC (Hoya Multi-Coated, 6 layers)
Light Transmission
97%+
Mount Type
Screw-in
Frame Material
Slim Black Aluminum
Glass Type
Optical-Grade
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Six-layer HMC coating delivers over 97% light transmission with minimal flare
- Slim aluminum frame reduces the risk of vignetting, even when stacking filters
- Provides a mild, natural contrast boost without overly harsh tonal shifts
- Screw-in design attaches quickly and securely to 72mm threaded lenses
- Optical-grade glass maintains sharpness across the entire image
👎 Cons
- Effect is specific to black-and-white photography, limiting its usefulness for color shooters
- The 72mm size only fits lenses with a matching filter thread diameter
- Contrast enhancement is subtle, which may not satisfy photographers seeking dramatic filtration
- Adds an extra glass element in the optical path, which purists may wish to avoid
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Hoya 72mm HMC Yellow Filter do to photographs?
It subtly darkens blue tones and mildly boosts contrast, which is especially effective for rendering more dramatic skies and improved foliage detail in black-and-white photography.
Can this yellow filter be used for color photography?
It can, but it will impart a warm yellow cast to color images. It is primarily designed and optimized for black-and-white work.
What does the HMC multi-coating do on this filter?
Hoya's six-layer HMC (Hoya Multi-Coating) reduces flare and ghosting while maintaining over 97% light transmission, ensuring minimal image quality loss.
Will this filter cause vignetting on wide-angle lenses?
The slim black aluminum frame is designed to minimize vignetting, and it can even be stacked with other filters without significant corner darkening on most lenses.
What thread size does this filter fit?
This is a 72mm screw-in filter that threads directly onto any lens with a 72mm front filter thread.
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