Hoya
Hoya A-NXTPL55CRPL 55MM NXT Plus CRPL Filter
★★★★★
A 10-layer multi-coated 55mm circular polarizer that cuts glare and deepens colors with minimal light loss.
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Overview
Key Features
REVEAL TRUE COLORS IN EVERY FRAME: Reduce reflections and glare from water, glass, and non-metallic surfaces. Enjoy richer colors, deeper contrast, and sharper details in your shots, making our camera lens protector an essential filter for landscape and outdoor photography
EFFORTLESS CLEANING FOR PRISTINE LENSES: Our 55mm filter is engineered with a durable top-coat that repels water, smudges, and dust. The polished Hoya Clear Glass 55mm lens filter ensures effortless maintenance, keeping your lens pristine for consistently sharp and high-quality images
10-LAYER SUPER MULTI-COATING BRILLIANCE: Our CPL filter is designed with Hoya’s advanced HMC Multi-Coatings to minimize ghosting and reflections. Achieve exceptional color balance, contrast, and detail in every shot, even in challenging lighting conditions!
ENHANCED AUTOFOCUS & CRYSTAL-CLEAR VIEWING: Our camera lens polarizing filters feature a 1.72 filter factor for optimized light transmission and reduced polarization loss. Capture images with enhanced clarity while maintaining quick autofocus performance and clear optical precision
SLEEK, STURDY & STACKABLE DESIGN: Crafted from a low-profile aluminum frame to eliminate vignetting on wide-angle lenses. Our camera lens filters' lightweight yet durable build ensures effortless handling, while the precision-milled design allows seamless stacking with filters or lens caps
Specifications
Brand
Hoya
Model
A-NXTPL55CRPL
Filter Size
55mm
Filter Type
Circular Polarizer (CRPL)
Filter Factor
1.72x (+0.8 stop)
Coating
10-Layer HMC Multi-Coating (Anti-Reflective and Hydrophobic)
Frame Material
Low-profile aluminum
Glass
Hoya Clear Optical Glass
Stackable
Yes (front-threaded)
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- 10-layer Hoya HMC multi-coating effectively reduces ghosting, lens flare, and internal reflections for cleaner images.
- Low 1.72x filter factor minimizes light loss, preserving autofocus speed and viewfinder brightness better than heavier polarizers.
- Hydrophobic top-coat repels water, smudges, and dust, making field cleaning quick and easy.
- Low-profile aluminum frame prevents vignetting on wide-angle lenses while keeping the filter lightweight.
- Front-threaded design allows stacking additional filters or attaching a lens cap without removing the polarizer.
👎 Cons
- Only available in the 55mm thread size, so photographers with multiple lens diameters will need separate filters or step-up rings.
- Rotating the polarizer ring can shift composition slightly on tripod-mounted setups, requiring minor reframing.
- At the +0.8 stop light reduction, shutter speeds may need adjustment in already dim conditions.
- Does not reduce reflections on metallic surfaces, which is a limitation inherent to all circular polarizers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 1.72 filter factor mean in practical terms?
A filter factor of 1.72 (approximately +0.8 stops) means the filter reduces light transmission by less than one full stop, which is lower than many competing polarizers. This helps preserve faster autofocus performance and keeps your viewfinder brighter.
Will this filter cause vignetting on wide-angle lenses?
The low-profile aluminum frame is specifically designed to minimize vignetting on wide-angle lenses. For most 55mm-threaded lenses, including moderate wide-angles, dark corner vignetting should not be an issue.
Can I stack this filter with other filters or attach a lens cap on top?
Yes. The precision-milled frame includes front threads that allow you to stack additional filters or attach a standard 55mm lens cap on top of the polarizer.
How do I adjust the polarization effect?
Rotate the outer ring of the filter while looking through your viewfinder or at your live view screen. The reflection reduction and color saturation will change as you turn it, allowing you to dial in the exact effect you want.
Does the hydrophobic coating make a noticeable difference?
The top-coat repels water droplets, fingerprint oils, and dust, making the filter significantly easier to wipe clean in the field compared to uncoated filters. This is especially useful when shooting near water or in dusty environments.
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