Hoya UX II UV Filter 46mm

Product Overview

The UX II UV filter with water repellent coating is a redesigned version of the HMC UV(C) filter, now part of the new standard UX II series alongside the UX II CIR-PL filter. This filter is designed for entry-level users, offering high-quality standards with essential and modern functions.

User Experience

UX stands for User eXperience, reflecting the enhanced photographic experience users gain by using these filters and related activities. The series aims to provide improved individual experiences in photography.

Impact of UV Rays

UV rays, though invisible to the naked eye, can affect images when shooting in environments such as seaside or mountainous areas, causing blurred contours or faded, whitish images.

Benefits of UV Filters

• Suppresses the UV spectrum in daylight that can degrade image quality.
• Compatible with both film and digital cameras, ensuring more vivid images.
• Can be kept attached constantly to serve as everyday lens protection.

Coating Features

• Anti-reflection coating reduces unwanted reflections and increases light transmittance.
• Water-repellent coating added to the anti-reflective layer repels water droplets and facilitates cleaning of dirt or fingerprints from the filter surface.

Design Considerations

The slim black aluminium frame prevents vignetting even on wide-angle lenses.