Hoya HD Nano Circular Polarizer Filter 55mm

Polarizing Filter Functionality

Light rays reflected from surfaces become polarized. Polarizing filters control which light rays enter the camera lens, effectively removing unwanted reflections from non-metallic surfaces such as water or glass. They also enhance color saturation and improve contrast. The effect is visible through the viewfinder and can be adjusted by rotating the filter. The filter factor varies depending on the rotation and its orientation relative to the sun.

Applications

This filter is ideal for outdoor photography, such as capturing cloud-filled skies or enhancing the saturation of water bodies like oceans and lakes. It can increase or decrease reflections on water or glass surfaces, allowing creative control over the image. When shooting black and white, combining with a red filter can simulate dramatic storm effects.

Alongside UV or Skylight filters, a polarizing filter is essential gear for photographers aiming to transform ordinary images into vibrant, creative photos by boosting color saturation.

Hoya HD Nano CIR-PL Filter Features

• Utilizes a polarizing film with a high transmission factor for clear, high-contrast images.
• Enables faster shutter speeds without affecting overall color balance.
• New 16-layer ultra-smooth, ultra-hard nano coating for superior durability.
• Stain-resistant, water and oil repellent coating simplifies maintenance.
• Ultra-hard surface coating offers 200% more scratch resistance compared to standard coatings.
• High transparency and high durability UV absorbing film.
• 25% greater light transmission than standard polarizing films.
• Very thin matte black aluminum frame with front thread for attaching lens caps and additional filters.
• Press mount technology securely holds the glass element.