
NiSi
NiSi 42252 67mm Pro Nano HUC UV Lens Filter
★★★★★
Leave-it-on lens armor with 99.2% clarity — brass-framed UV protection that disappears from your images while shielding your glass in the field.
$62.00*
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Overview
Key Features
Ultraviolet absorption optical glass with a high transmittance of 99.2%
Brass frame constructed with highly accurate brass milling
Exclusive creative "U" type Nano coating - waterproof, anti-reflection, scratch resistant, and easy to clean
Super High Definition
Ultra thin brass frame to minimize vignetting and knurled edges for easy instillation
Specifications
Brand
NiSi
Model
42252
Filter Size
67mm
Filter Type
UV Protection
Glass
Japanese ultraviolet absorption optical glass
Transmittance
99.2%
Frame Material
Precision-milled brass with knurled edges
Coating
Double-sided multi-coating, "U" type Nano coating
Features
Waterproof, dustproof, scratch-resistant, ultra-thin frame
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- 99.2% light transmittance means this filter introduces zero visible impact on exposure or color, making it practical as permanent front-element protection.
- The precision-milled brass frame threads onto lenses with a smooth, confident engagement that eliminates the cross-threading risk common with aluminum filters.
- Waterproof and scratch-resistant Nano coating shrugs off rain, fingerprints, and dust, keeping field cleaning fast between shots.
- The ultra-thin frame profile avoids vignetting on the moderate wide-angle zooms and fast primes that commonly use the 67mm thread size.
- Knurled brass edges give you reliable grip for mounting and removal, even in wet conditions or with cold, numb fingers after a winter shoot.
👎 Cons
- The 67mm size fits only one thread diameter — photographers with lenses across multiple filter sizes will need to invest in additional filters or step-up rings.
- Brass construction adds slightly more front-end weight than aluminum alternatives, which can subtly affect gimbal balance on lightweight stabilizer setups.
- Premium pricing puts it well above basic UV filters, and the protection-only function may feel hard to justify for photographers who rarely shoot in harsh conditions.
- No included carrying case or pouch means the filter rides loose in your bag pocket unless you supply your own storage.
- As a UV-only filter, it provides no creative effect — strictly a protective investment that requires discipline to appreciate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this filter affect image quality on high-resolution mirrorless bodies?
No. With 99.2% transmittance and double-sided multi-coating, the NiSi Pro Nano HUC introduces no detectable sharpness loss or color shift, even on 40MP+ sensors where filter quality becomes critical.
What lenses commonly use the 67mm filter thread?
67mm is a popular thread size found on many midrange zooms and fast primes — lenses like the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 Art, Canon EF-S 18-135mm, Nikon Z 24-70mm f/4, and Sony FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 all use this size.
How does the brass frame handle repeated mounting and removal?
Brass threads are inherently more resistant to galling and cross-threading than aluminum. You can mount and remove this filter hundreds of times without the thread degradation that causes cheaper filters to jam on your lens.
Does the ultra-thin frame prevent vignetting on wide-angle lenses?
The thin profile is designed to minimize vignetting. On most 67mm lenses at moderate wide angles, you'll see no corner darkening. On extreme wide-angle focal lengths below approximately 20mm equivalent, check for slight vignetting at the edges.
How does the Nano coating perform in rain or high-humidity environments?
Water beads tightly and rolls off the coated surface rather than spreading into a film. In practice, this means you can keep shooting through light rain and restore clarity with a quick wipe, rather than fighting smeared moisture across the glass.