
K&M
K&M PRO4992-MAIN Promaster UV Digital HD Filter 46mm Lens Protection
Premium 46mm UV filter with Schott glass and 12-layer anti-reflective coating for sharp, protected shooting.
$11.99*
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Overview
Key Features
The ProMaster Digital HD UV Filter is an extremely high quality UV filter designed to protect your lens and to filter excess ultraviolet light. Constructed with premium Schott optical glass and 12 layers of anti-relective coating, these filters are designed to yield extreme image sharpness. They also feature a precision machined, super slim aluminum frame with anti-reflective matte finish and knurled edges.
Specifications
Brand
K&M (ProMaster)
Model
PRO4992-MAIN
Filter Type
UV (Ultraviolet)
Filter Size
46mm
Glass Type
Schott Optical Glass
Coating
12 Layers Anti-Reflective
Frame Material
Precision Machined Super Slim Aluminum
Frame Finish
Anti-Reflective Matte
Edge Design
Knurled Edges
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Schott optical glass delivers high clarity and sharpness with minimal image degradation
- Twelve layers of anti-reflective coating effectively reduce flare, ghosting, and unwanted reflections
- Super slim aluminum frame design helps prevent vignetting on standard and moderate wide-angle lenses
- Knurled edges on the frame make the filter easy to grip, attach, and remove
- Serves double duty as both a UV light reducer and an everyday lens protector
👎 Cons
- The 46mm filter thread size fits a limited number of lenses compared to more common sizes like 52mm or 67mm
- Adding any filter introduces an extra glass element that can attract dust or moisture on both surfaces
- No included carrying case or pouch for storage when the filter is not mounted
- The slim frame design may make it difficult to stack additional filters without vignetting
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this 46mm UV filter cause vignetting on wide-angle lenses?
The super slim aluminum frame is designed to minimize vignetting, making it suitable for most lenses with a 46mm filter thread, including moderate wide-angle focal lengths. Extremely wide lenses may still show slight corner shading.
Does the 12-layer anti-reflective coating reduce lens flare and ghosting?
Yes. The multi-layer coating on both sides of the Schott optical glass is specifically designed to reduce flare, ghosting, and reflections, helping maintain contrast and color accuracy in challenging lighting conditions.
Can I leave this filter on my lens permanently for everyday protection?
Yes, that is one of its primary purposes. The UV filter acts as a protective barrier against dust, moisture, fingerprints, and scratches while filtering excess ultraviolet light. Many photographers keep a quality UV filter like this mounted at all times.
Is the filter easy to remove and attach without cross-threading?
The precision-machined aluminum frame includes knurled edges that provide a secure grip for threading the filter on and off. The knurling helps prevent cross-threading and makes handling easier, even when wearing gloves.