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Hoya NXT PL-CIR 58MM Circular Polarizing Filter

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Hoya NXT PL-CIR 58MM Circular Polarizing Filter

Name: Hoya NXT PL-CIR 58MM Circular Polarizing Filter
Brand: Hoya
SKU: NXT PL-CIR 58MM

★★★★★4.4 (211 reviews)

A slim-frame 58mm circular polarizer built with high-transparency optical glass for sharper, more vivid outdoor shots.

$44.90*

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Overview

The Hoya NXT PL-CIR 58mm is a circular polarizing filter designed for photographers who want reliable glare reduction and color enhancement without stepping up to Hoya's premium-priced HD or Pro1 Digital lines. Built with high-transparency optical glass, it maintains image clarity while cutting reflections from non-metallic surfaces like water, foliage, and glass. The result is richer color saturation—particularly in skies and landscapes—and reduced atmospheric haze that can wash out distant subjects.

The slim aluminum frame is engineered to reduce vignetting on wide-angle lenses, making it a practical choice for landscape shooters working with moderate focal lengths. The 58mm thread size fits a wide range of popular lenses from Canon, Nikon, Sony, and other manufacturers. While the NXT line does not include the advanced multi-coating found on Hoya's higher-tier filters, it represents a meaningful step up from basic polarizers in terms of optical quality and build, making it a sensible choice for enthusiast photographers who shoot regularly outdoors.

Key Features

Helps to Eliminate Reflections and Glare

Reduces Haze in Landscapes

Greater Color and Tonal Saturation

High-Transparency Optical Glass

Specifications

Filter Size

58mm

Filter Type

Circular Polarizing (PL-CIR)

Series

NXT

Frame Design

Slim Frame

Glass

High-Transparency Optical Glass

Frame Material

Aluminum

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

High-transparency optical glass maintains sharpness and clarity across the frame
Slim frame design minimizes vignetting on moderate wide-angle lenses
Effectively reduces reflections on water, glass, and non-metallic surfaces
Noticeably enhances sky contrast and foliage color saturation
Durable aluminum frame threads smoothly onto 58mm lenses

👎 Cons

Reduces light transmission by approximately 1–2 stops, limiting low-light use
Not multi-coated, so it is more prone to flare and ghosting than Hoya's premium lines
Slim frame makes it harder to grip and rotate compared to standard-thickness filters
No included carrying case or protective pouch in the packaging

Frequently Asked Questions

What size lenses does this Hoya NXT polarizing filter fit?

This filter fits any lens with a 58mm front filter thread. Check your lens cap or lens barrel for the thread size marking.

Can I leave the Hoya NXT circular polarizer on my lens for everyday shooting?

You can, but be aware that a polarizer reduces light transmission by about 1–2 stops, which may require slower shutter speeds or higher ISO in low-light conditions.

How do I adjust the polarizing effect?

Rotate the front ring of the filter while looking through the viewfinder or at your live view screen. The polarizing effect changes with the angle of rotation relative to the light source.

Does the slim frame on this filter cause vignetting on wide-angle lenses?

The slim frame design reduces the risk of vignetting, but on ultra-wide lenses (wider than about 24mm equivalent) some corner darkening may still occur.

Is this filter multi-coated?

The Hoya NXT series uses high-transparency optical glass. It is not part of Hoya's higher-tier multi-coated lines such as the HD or Pro1 Digital series.