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Hoya Y1UVIR055 55mm UV and IR Cut Filter
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Capture Pure, Unadulterated Light with the Hoya UV/IR Cut Filter The Hoya 55mm UV and IR Cut Filter is engineered to enhance image quality by blocking ultraviolet (UV) and infrared (IR) rays. This specialized filter delivers sharper images with improved color accuracy and reduced atmospheric haze...
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Overview
Capture Pure, Unadulterated Light with the Hoya UV/IR Cut Filter
The Hoya 55mm UV and IR Cut Filter is engineered to enhance image quality by blocking ultraviolet (UV) and infrared (IR) rays. This specialized filter delivers sharper images with improved color accuracy and reduced atmospheric haze, ideal for both amateur and professional photographers.
Specifications:
- Filter Size: 55mm
- Type: UV and IR Cut
- Coating: Multi-Coated
- Frame: Slim
- Material: Aluminium, Optical Glass
Key Features
BLOCK UV & IR RAYS FOR SHARPER, CLEANER IMAGES – This UV/IR cut filter eliminates unwanted UV rays below 390nm and IR rays above 700nm, which digital sensors often can’t filter. Improve color accuracy and image clarity.
MULTI-COATED GLASS FOR CRISP, REFLECTION-FREE RESULTS – Engineered with Hoya’s premium multi-coated optical glass minimizes reflections, ghosting, and lens flare. Whether you're photographing outdoor scenes or filming under bright lights, enjoy better clarity, contrast, and color fidelity.
ENGINEERED FOR UNFILTERED CCD and CMOS SENSORS - This is important because unfiltered sensors are extremely susceptible to UV and IR rays just outside the visible spectrum that can have a very negative impact on image quality.
SCREW-IN DESIGN FOR EASY, SECURE ATTACHMENT – The precision-machined 55mm thread ensures a snug, hassle-free fit to your camera lens.
SLIM, LIGHTWEIGHT FRAME TO AVOID VIGNETTING – Built with a slim, durable aluminum frame, the UV/IR Cut filter prevents vignetting.
Specifications
Filter Type
UV and IR Cut Filter
Filter Size
55mm
UV Blockage
Below 390nm
IR Blockage
Above 700nm
Glass Type
Multi-coated optical glass
Frame Material
Slim, durable aluminum
Sensor Compatibility
Unfiltered CCD and CMOS sensors
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Effectively eliminates unwanted UV rays below 390nm and IR rays above 700nm, which digital sensors may struggle to filter.
- Enhances color accuracy and overall image clarity, leading to visually superior photographs and videos.
- Engineered with Hoya's premium multi-coated optical glass, minimizing reflections, ghosting, and lens flare.
- Specifically designed for unfiltered CCD and CMOS sensors, which are highly susceptible to UV and IR interference.
- Features a precision-machined 55mm screw-in design, ensuring easy, secure, and hassle-free attachment to your lens.
👎 Cons
- This filter is specifically designed for a 55mm lens thread, meaning it won't fit lenses with different filter sizes.
- While it blocks UV and IR rays, it doesn't offer protection against physical impacts or scratches like a clear protection filter.
- Using any filter, including this one, can potentially introduce subtle changes to light transmission, even with multi-coatings.
- The filter's primary benefit is for unfiltered CCD and CMOS sensors, so cameras with built-in IR/UV filters might see less dramatic improvement.
- The "slim, lightweight frame" is designed to avoid vignetting, but in extreme wide-angle situations, vignetting could still be a theoretical concern.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary function of the Hoya Y1UVIR055 filter?
This filter's main function is to block unwanted UV rays below 390nm and IR rays above 700nm, which helps to improve color accuracy and image clarity.
What size lens does this filter fit?
This filter is designed with a precision-machined 55mm thread for easy and secure attachment to compatible camera lenses.
How does the filter improve image quality?
By eliminating invisible UV and IR light that digital sensors can struggle with, it reduces haze and color shifts, leading to sharper and cleaner images with better contrast.
Is this filter suitable for all digital cameras?
It is particularly effective for cameras with unfiltered CCD and CMOS sensors, as these are highly susceptible to UV and IR interference, thus offering significant image quality improvements.
Does this filter cause reflections or ghosting?
No, it is engineered with Hoya's premium multi-coated optical glass to minimize reflections, ghosting, and lens flare for crisp results.
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