
Manfrotto
Manfrotto MFPROCPL-46 46mm Polarizing Filter
46mm circular polarizing filter with 12-layer multi-coating for vivid colors, reduced reflections, and 90% light transmission.
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Overview
Key Features
Manfrotto Professional Circular Polarising Filter - Protective Case - Manfrotto 3 Year Warranty on Registration
Anti-reflective Coating: Yes
Antistatic Coating: Yes
Filter Type: CPL
Light Transmission: 90%
Specifications
Diameter
46mm
Filter Type
Circular Polarizing (CPL)
Coating
Multi Coating (12 layers)
Light Transmission
90%
Water Repellent
Yes
Scratch Resistant
Yes
Oil Resistant
Yes
Antistatic
Yes
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- 12-layer multi-coating delivers water, scratch, oil, and static resistance for durability in the field
- 90% light transmission minimizes exposure loss compared to many competing polarizers
- Effectively reduces reflections and boosts color saturation and contrast
- Protective coatings help keep the filter surface clean and easy to maintain
👎 Cons
- 46mm thread size fits a limited number of lenses — many popular lenses use larger filter diameters
- Rotating the filter to find optimal polarization adds an extra step during shooting
- Polarizing effect is reduced or uneven on ultra-wide-angle lenses
Frequently Asked Questions
What lens thread size does this filter fit?
This filter fits lenses with a 46mm front filter thread.
How does a circular polarizing filter improve photos?
The Manfrotto CPL increases color saturation and contrast while reducing unwanted reflections from non-metallic surfaces like water, glass, and foliage.
Does this filter significantly reduce the amount of light entering the lens?
It maintains 90% light transmission, which is high for a polarizing filter, meaning minimal impact on exposure settings compared to lower-quality polarizers.
What protective coatings does this filter have?
It features 12 layers of multi-coating that provide water repellency, scratch resistance, oil resistance, and antistatic properties.