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Hoya Hoy-3885 86mm UV Multi Coated Filter

Name: Hoya Hoy-3885 86mm UV Multi Coated Filter
Brand: Hoya
SKU: Hoy-3885

Protect Your Lens and Enhance Your PhotosThe Hoya 86mm UV (Ultra Violet) Multi Coated Glass Filter absorbs ultraviolet rays to reduce haze and indistinctness in outdoor photographs. This filter also serves as a permanent lens protector. Function: Absorbs ultraviolet rays. Use: Suitable for co...

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Overview

Protect Your Lens and Enhance Your Photos

The Hoya 86mm UV (Ultra Violet) Multi Coated Glass Filter absorbs ultraviolet rays to reduce haze and indistinctness in outdoor photographs. This filter also serves as a permanent lens protector.

Function: Absorbs ultraviolet rays.
Use: Suitable for color and black and white films.
Coating: Hoya Multi-Coating (HMC).
Light Transmission: Average light transmission of over 97%.

Key Features

Eliminates haze.

Serves as a lens protector.

Multi Coated for flare prevention

Specifications

Brand

Hoya

Model

Hoy-3885

Filter Type

UV (Ultraviolet)

Filter Diameter

86mm

Coating

Multi Coated

Primary Function

Eliminates haze, Serves as a lens protector

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main purpose of the Hoya Hoy-3885 86mm UV Multi Coated Filter?

The main purpose of this Hoya UV filter is to eliminate haze in photographs and to serve as a protective barrier for your camera lens.

Will this filter reduce glare or reflections in my photos?

This Hoya UV filter is multi-coated for flare prevention, which can help reduce some types of reflections and glare.

Is this 86mm UV filter suitable for all camera lenses?

No, this Hoya Hoy-3885 filter is specifically designed for camera lenses with an 86mm filter thread diameter.

Does this filter affect the color balance of my images?

UV filters are generally designed to be colorless and should not significantly affect the color balance of your images.

How often should I clean this multi-coated filter?

It is recommended to clean the Hoya Hoy-3885 86mm UV Multi Coated Filter as needed, especially when dust or smudges become visible, to maintain optimal image quality.

Can I stack other filters on top of this Hoya UV filter?

Yes, generally, you can stack other filters on top of a UV filter, although stacking multiple filters can sometimes lead to vignetting, especially with wide-angle lenses.

Strengths & Trade-offs

👍 Pros

Effectively eliminates haze in photographs, resulting in clearer and sharper images.
Serves as a protective barrier for the camera lens, safeguarding it from dust, scratches, and accidental impacts.
Features a multi-coated design, which actively prevents lens flare and ghosting for cleaner image capture.
Designed with an 86mm diameter, making it compatible with a wide range of camera lenses of that specific size.
Offers a practical two-in-one benefit by both enhancing image quality and providing physical lens protection.

👎 Cons

The 86mm diameter means this Hoya UV filter is not universally compatible and only fits lenses of that specific size.
While multi-coated, the exact number of coatings or specific coating technologies are not detailed, limiting comparison with other advanced filters.
A UV filter's primary function is to block ultraviolet light and protect the lens, but it does not add creative effects like polarizing or neutral density filters.
Using any filter, including this UV filter, can potentially introduce a minor degree of light loss, though usually negligible.
The filter's effectiveness in reducing haze can vary depending on atmospheric conditions; it is not a magic solution for all haze.