
Hoya
Hoya B52CIRPLW 52mm Moose Peterson Warming Polarizer
★★★★★
Deepen skies and add natural warmth in a single 52mm filter designed with wildlife photographer Moose Peterson.
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Overview
Key Features
Hoya 52mm Warming Circular Polarizer Moose Filter
Specifications
Brand
Hoya
Model
B52CIRPLW
Filter Type
Warming Circular Polarizer
Size
52mm
Effect
Reduces reflections, darkens blue skies, adds warmth
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Combines polarization and warming effects in a single filter, reducing the need for stacking.
- Effectively reduces reflections from non-metallic surfaces like water and glass.
- Counteracts the cool tone shift that standard polarizers can introduce.
- Designed in collaboration with professional photographer Moose Peterson for real-world field use.
👎 Cons
- Only available in 52mm, so step-up or step-down rings are needed for other lens sizes.
- Adds approximately 1-2 stops of light loss, which can be limiting in low-light conditions.
- The fixed warming strength cannot be adjusted independently of the polarization effect.
- May introduce unwanted warmth in scenes where a neutral color rendition is preferred.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this filter do differently from a standard circular polarizer?
It combines circular polarization with a warming effect, so in addition to reducing reflections and darkening blue skies, it adds a subtle warm tone to your images — eliminating the need to stack a separate warming filter.
What thread size does this filter fit?
It fits lenses with a 52mm filter thread.
Can this filter be used for landscape photography?
Yes, it is well-suited for landscapes. The polarizing effect deepens blue skies and reduces glare from water or foliage, while the warming element counteracts the cool cast that polarizers can sometimes introduce.
Does the warming effect produce an orange or overly warm look?
No, the warming tone is designed to be subtle and natural — it corrects the slight cool shift common with standard polarizers rather than adding a heavy color cast.
Will this filter reduce the amount of light reaching the sensor?
Yes, like all circular polarizers, it reduces light transmission by approximately 1 to 2 stops, which may require adjusting your exposure settings.