Hoya
Hoya YHDGPOLC072 HD Gold Circular Polarizing Filter
★★★★★
Enhance Your Photography with Superior Polarization The Hoya HD Gold Circular Polarisation Filter enhances your images by reducing reflections and glare, resulting in richer colors and improved contrast. Featuring a lightweight design, wide-angle compatibility, and high-quality multi-layer coati...
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Overview
Enhance Your Photography with Superior Polarization
The Hoya HD Gold Circular Polarisation Filter enhances your images by reducing reflections and glare, resulting in richer colors and improved contrast. Featuring a lightweight design, wide-angle compatibility, and high-quality multi-layer coating, this filter delivers exceptional optical performance and durability.
- Filter Type: Circular Polarisation
- Filter Film: 25% Lighter Polarising Filter Film
- Frame: Ultra Thin Filter Frame (with front thread)
- Coating: 8 x Multi-Layer Coating (99.35% transmission rate)
- Glass: Tempered Glass with Quad Break Resistance
- Size: 72 mm
Key Features
Innovative, 25% lighter polarising filter film to less light loss
Wide angle Compatible thanks to ultra thin filter frame (with front thread)
High quality, 8 x Multi-Layer Coating effectively prevents Reflections (transmission rate 99,35%)
Tempered glass with Quad break resistance
Hoya HD Gold POL circular filter 72 mm; UV Protected filter box
Specifications
Filter Type
Circular Polarizing Filter
Filter Size
72 mm
Coating
8 x Multi-Layer Coating
Transmission Rate
99.35%
Glass Type
Tempered glass
Frame Type
Ultra thin filter frame (with front thread)
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Utilizes an innovative 25% lighter polarizing filter film, reducing light loss for brighter images.
- Features an ultra-thin filter frame with a front thread, making it compatible with wide-angle lenses without vignetting.
- Incorporates a high-quality 8x Multi-Layer Coating, effectively preventing reflections and ensuring a high transmission rate of 99.35%.
- Constructed with tempered glass, offering Quad break resistance for enhanced durability against impacts.
- Comes with a UV Protected filter box, providing secure storage and protection for the filter when not in use.
👎 Cons
- The 72mm filter size may not be universally compatible with all camera lenses, requiring specific lens threads.
- While durable, tempered glass can still break under extreme force, despite its enhanced resistance.
- The circular polarizing effect, while beneficial for reflections, can also reduce overall light reaching the sensor.
- The "Gold" designation in the product name is not explicitly explained in terms of its functional benefit over standard polarizers.
- Requires careful cleaning to maintain the effectiveness of its multi-layer coating without causing damage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the benefit of the "25% lighter polarising filter film"?
The 25% lighter polarizing filter film helps to minimize light loss, allowing for brighter images compared to heavier films.
Is this filter suitable for use with wide-angle lenses?
Yes, its ultra-thin filter frame with a front thread is specifically designed to be compatible with wide-angle lenses to avoid vignetting.
How durable is the Hoya HD Gold Circular Polarizing Filter?
It is made with tempered glass that offers Quad break resistance, providing enhanced durability against impacts.
What is the transmission rate of this filter?
This filter boasts a high transmission rate of 99.35%, thanks to its 8x Multi-Layer Coating, which effectively prevents reflections.
Does this filter come with any protective accessories?
Yes, it includes a UV Protected filter box for secure storage and protection.
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