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Tiffen 82WPOL 82mm Warm Polarizer Lens Filter

Name: Tiffen 82WPOL 82mm Warm Polarizer Lens Filter
Brand: Tiffen
SKU: 82WPOL

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Combine polarizing power with a warm color shift using Tiffen's 82mm Warm Polarizer for richer portraits and landscapes.

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Overview

The Tiffen 82mm Warm Polarizer (82WPOL) merges two common optical corrections into one filter. Its linear polarizing element suppresses reflections from water, glass, and other non-metallic surfaces while deepening blue skies and boosting overall color saturation. Layered on top of that polarization is a subtle warming shift that enriches skin tones and adds a golden quality to scenic images—particularly useful during midday shooting when light can appear cool and flat.

Because this is a linear rather than circular polarizer, photographers using autofocus-dependent cameras should verify compatibility; many modern DSLR and mirrorless metering systems expect a circular polarizer for accurate readings. For manual-focus shooters or those working on tripods with manual exposure, the 82WPOL delivers a convenient two-in-one solution that keeps the filter stack thin and avoids the image-quality penalties that can come with stacking multiple filters on the same lens.

Key Features

Polarizer cuts glare and reflection.

Slight warming effect for better color saturation.

Perfect for portraiture and scenics.

Specifications

Brand

Tiffen

Model

82WPOL

Filter Size

82mm

Filter Type

Warm Polarizer (Linear)

Effect

Reduces glare, enhances color, adds warmth

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

Combines polarization and warming in a single filter, eliminating the need to stack two separate filters.
82mm thread size fits many popular professional-grade lenses without an adapter.
Reduces reflections and glare from non-metallic surfaces while enhancing color saturation.
Adds a pleasing warm tone that benefits skin tones in portraits and golden-hour landscapes.

👎 Cons

Linear polarizer design may interfere with autofocus and TTL metering on modern DSLR and mirrorless cameras.
The warming tint is fixed and cannot be dialed back independently of the polarization.
Standard-profile ring height may cause vignetting on ultra-wide-angle lenses.
Reduces light transmission by roughly 1 to 2 stops, requiring exposure compensation in lower light.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the warming effect do compared to a standard polarizer?

The Tiffen 82WPOL adds a subtle warm tone to your images while polarizing, reducing the need to stack a separate warming filter on top of a polarizer.

Is this a circular or linear polarizer?

This is a linear polarizer with a warming element. It works best on manual-focus cameras or when autofocus is not required, as linear polarizers can interfere with autofocus and metering on some DSLRs and mirrorless bodies.

Can I adjust the strength of the polarizing effect?

Yes, you rotate the filter ring to increase or decrease the polarization intensity, just as you would with any threaded polarizer.

Will this filter cause vignetting on wide-angle lenses?

At 82mm the filter is sized for larger lenses, but on ultra-wide focal lengths the standard-profile ring may introduce slight corner darkening.