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Hoya YSCPL082 82mm Fusion Antistatic CIR-PL Filter

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Enhance Your Images with the Hoya Fusion Antistatic CIR-PL Filter The Hoya 82 mm Fusion Antistatic CIR-PL Filter is designed to enhance your photography by reducing reflections and glare, increasing color saturation, and improving clarity. Its antistatic coating repels dust and makes it easy to ...

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Overview

Enhance Your Images with the Hoya Fusion Antistatic CIR-PL Filter

The Hoya 82 mm Fusion Antistatic CIR-PL Filter is designed to enhance your photography by reducing reflections and glare, increasing color saturation, and improving clarity. Its antistatic coating repels dust and makes it easy to clean, while its high-quality optical glass ensures minimal impact on image quality.

Specifications:
  • Size: 82 mm
  • Type: Circular Polarizing Filter (CIR-PL)
  • Coating: Antistatic, Water Repellent, Stain Resistant, Scratch Resistant
Key Features:
  • Antistatic coating repels dust
  • Reduces reflections and glare
  • Increases color saturation
  • High-quality optical glass
  • Lightweight, low-profile aluminum frame

Key Features

NEW Antistatic coating repels dust

Scratch resistant - Hardened coating protects against everyday wear

Stain resistant - Protects against exposure to ink, markers etc.

Water repellent - Water beads up and wipes away easily

Fingerprints and smudges wipe away cleanly

Specifications

Filter Type
Circular Polarizer (CIR-PL)
Filter Diameter
82mm
Coating
Antistatic
Resistance Features
Scratch, Stain, Water Repellent
Cleaning Features
Fingerprints and smudges wipe away cleanly
Brand
Hoya
Series
Fusion Antistatic

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • The antistatic coating actively repels dust, minimizing the need for frequent cleaning during shoots.
  • A hardened coating provides scratch resistance, helping to protect the filter from daily wear and tear.
  • Its stain-resistant properties defend against common contaminants like ink and markers, preserving optical clarity.
  • The water-repellent surface causes water to bead up, allowing for easy wiping and quick clean-up in damp conditions.
  • Fingerprints and smudges can be wiped away cleanly, maintaining pristine optical performance with less effort.

👎 Cons

  • The filter's specific 82mm diameter means it will not fit lenses with different filter thread sizes without an adapter.
  • While stain-resistant, extreme or abrasive substances might still potentially compromise the specialized coating over time.
  • The focus on protective coatings does not detail any specific enhancements to color rendition or light transmission beyond polarization.
  • Antistatic properties are beneficial, but the filter still requires occasional cleaning to remove non-dust contaminants.
  • The filter's premium features may not be necessary for casual photographers not regularly exposed to harsh conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

No, the Hoya Fusion Antistatic filter is designed so that fingerprints and smudges wipe away cleanly with standard lens cleaning methods.
This filter is specifically designed for an 82mm lens thread, so you would need an appropriate step-up ring to use it with a smaller diameter lens.
The antistatic coating is engineered to repel dust, which helps to keep the filter surface cleaner for longer periods during use.
The filter features a hardened scratch-resistant coating that protects against everyday wear, making it suitable for regular professional use.
The water-repellent feature causes water to bead up and wipe away easily, designed to protect against splashes and moisture, not full submersion.