Tiffen 55UV17 55mm UV Protection Filter - Camera Lens

The Tiffen 55UV17 is a 55mm screw-in filter built around high-quality optical glass and a sturdy metal mounting ring. Its primary role is twofold: it absorbs a significant portion of ultraviolet light to reduce the bluish haze that can appear in images shot at high altitudes, near water, or under open sky, and it acts as a permanent physical barrier between the environment and your lens's front element. Dust, moisture, fingerprints, and minor abrasions hit the replaceable filter instead of your lens coating.

Tiffen positions the UV17 as a moderate UV absorber — it cuts less ultraviolet light than their Haze 2A filter, which appeals to photographers who want some UV reduction without aggressive filtration. The result is a subtle warming influence on images while preserving natural color balance. Because the filter is designed to stay on the lens at all times, it integrates seamlessly into everyday shooting without requiring removal for most situations.