Hoya

Hoya HPUX037 37mm Circular Polarizing Filter

4.4 (243 reviews)

A compact 37mm circular polarizer with water-repellent coating for sharper, glare-free photos on small-diameter lenses.

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Overview

The Hoya HPUX037 Circular UX Pole Filter brings professional-grade polarization control to the 37mm filter size, serving photographers who work with compact mirrorless lenses, smaller video lenses, or other optics with this thread diameter. Its primary function is reducing unwanted reflections and glare from non-metallic surfaces such as water, glass, and foliage, which in turn deepens color saturation and improves overall contrast. The rotating mount lets you dial in exactly the amount of polarization you want—from minimal effect to maximum glare suppression—giving you creative control over how reflective surfaces appear in your final image.

What distinguishes this filter from more basic polarizers is Hoya's water-repellent surface treatment, which causes water droplets and moisture to bead up rather than spread across the glass. This feature proves especially useful when shooting near bodies of water, in humid conditions, or in light precipitation, and it also makes day-to-day cleaning quicker and less tedious. The slim profile keeps the filter from adding unnecessary bulk to your lens, and the standard threading allows it to be combined with other 37mm filters when needed. For photographers using compact systems who want to manage reflections and boost color without relying entirely on post-processing, this polarizer offers a practical, well-built option from a trusted filter manufacturer.

Key Features

Controls reflections from non-metallic surfaces such as water, glass, leaves and blue skies

Increases saturation and improves contrast

Rotating frame controls polarising effect

Slim filter frame - avoids vignetting on wide angle lenses whilst still holding a lens cap

Specifications

Brand
Hoya
Model
HPUX037
Filter Diameter
37mm
Filter Type
Circular Polarizing
Water Repellent
Yes
Shape
Round

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Water-repellent coating keeps the glass cleaner and simplifies maintenance in the field
  • Rotating mount allows precise control over the strength of the polarizing effect
  • Effectively reduces glare and reflections from non-metallic surfaces like water and glass
  • Compact 37mm size adds minimal weight and bulk to small lenses

👎 Cons

  • 37mm filter diameter limits compatibility to smaller lenses unless step-up rings are used
  • Circular polarizers inherently reduce light by 1-2 stops, which can be limiting in low-light conditions
  • The polarizing effect is difficult to preview accurately on some smaller camera LCD screens
  • No multi-layer anti-reflection coating mentioned beyond the water-repellent treatment

Frequently Asked Questions

The water-repellent treatment causes moisture to bead up and roll off the glass surface, making it easier to shoot in light rain or misty conditions and simpler to clean fingerprints and smudges.
The filter has a rotating front ring—turn it while looking through your viewfinder or at your live view screen until you see the desired reduction in reflections or increase in color saturation.
Yes, circular polarizers typically reduce light transmission by about 1 to 2 stops, so your camera will compensate with a slower shutter speed, wider aperture, or higher ISO depending on your shooting mode.
It threads directly onto any lens with a 37mm filter thread, which is common on compact mirrorless lenses, some action camera setups, and smaller-diameter video lenses.