Tiffen

Tiffen 5562SUR 55-62mm Step Up Filter Ring

4.5 (4 reviews)

Attach 62mm filters to your 55mm lens thread with this lightweight, American-made aluminum adapter ring.

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Overview

The Tiffen 5562SUR 55-62mm Step-Up Filter Ring is a practical accessory for photographers who want to standardize their filter collection around a single larger size. By threading onto any lens with a 55mm filter thread, this ring provides a 62mm mounting thread on the front, enabling you to attach 62mm filters — such as UV, polarizer, or ND filters — to that lens. This approach lets you invest in one set of high-quality 62mm filters and use them across multiple lenses with different thread sizes, simply by pairing each lens with the appropriate step-up ring.

Constructed from lightweight aluminum, the ring adds minimal weight and bulk to your setup while maintaining durability and precise threading. Because this adapter steps up to a larger diameter rather than stepping down, it keeps the filter well clear of the image circle, effectively eliminating the risk of vignetting that can occur when forcing smaller filters onto larger lenses. Manufactured in the United States, the Tiffen 5562SUR reflects the brand's long-standing reputation in optical accessories. The compact packaging dimensions of 10.8 x 10.6 x 2.2 cm and a weight of just 0.04 pounds make it easy to toss in a camera bag without a second thought.

Key Features

Lightweight aluminum construction

Package Dimensions: 2.2 H x 10.8 L x 10.6 W (centimeters)

Package Weight: 0.04 pounds

Country of Origin : United States

Specifications

Brand
Tiffen
Model
5562SUR
Type
Step-Up Filter Ring
Lens Thread Size
55mm
Filter Thread Size
62mm
Material
Lightweight Aluminum
Package Dimensions
10.8 x 10.6 x 2.2 cm
Package Weight
0.04 pounds
Country of Origin
United States

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Lightweight aluminum construction adds virtually no weight to your lens setup
  • Allows use of one set of larger 62mm filters across multiple lenses, reducing filter costs
  • Stepping up to a larger diameter eliminates the risk of vignetting
  • Made in the United States with Tiffen's established optical accessory quality

👎 Cons

  • Requires purchasing a separate 62mm lens cap since the original 55mm cap no longer fits
  • Only bridges a 7mm gap, so you may need additional rings for lenses with other thread sizes
  • Ring must be unscrewed to access the original 55mm thread, which can slow lens cap and filter changes

Frequently Asked Questions

The Tiffen 55-62mm step-up ring threads onto a lens with a 55mm filter thread and provides a 62mm thread on the front, allowing you to mount larger 62mm filters on that lens.
Because this ring steps up to a larger filter size, it is very unlikely to cause vignetting. Stepping up keeps the filter farther from the optical path, avoiding the corner darkening that can occur with step-down rings.
Yes, you can thread a 62mm filter onto the ring and even stack additional 62mm filters on top, though excessive stacking may introduce vignetting on wide-angle lenses.
With the step-up ring installed, your original 55mm lens cap will no longer fit. You will need a 62mm lens cap to cover the front of the ring or any filter attached to it.