Hoya 77mm Circular Polarizer Glass Filter
Circular Polarizer - Light rays which are reflected become polarized. Polarizing filters are used to select which light rays enter your camera lens. They can remove unwanted reflections from non-metallic surfaces such as water or glass and also saturate colors providing better contrast. The effect can be seen through the viewfinder and changed by rotating the filter. The filter factor varies according to how the filter is rotated and its orientation to the sun.
NOTE: Circular polarizers are specifically designed for use with auto-focus SLR cameras (They will also work on manual systems and video cameras without problems).
- This filter eliminates ultraviolet rays to remove haze from outdoor shots as well as polarizing the light to remove reflections, and increase color saturation, without affecting the overall color balance
| Type | Circular Polarizer |
| Size | 77 mm |
| Grade | Not applicable |
| Filter Factor | Between 2.3 and 2.8 (approx. +1.3 stops) |
| Multi-Coated | No |
| Rotating | Yes |
| Effect | Removes reflections and increases color saturation without affecting the overall color balance |
| Application | Nature, travel, outdoor photography |
| Color Temperature | No change |
| Construction | Glass |
| Front Filter Thread Size | 77 mm |
| Front Lens Cap Size | 77 mm |
| Warranty | One-Year |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 122 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
92%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (91)
- Lightweight (38)
- Improves performance (35)
- Professional quality (35)
- Clear optics (25)
Cons
- Not durable (6)
- Poor design (6)
- Poor performance (4)
Best Uses
- Landscape photography (24)
- Travel (20)
- Color correction (13)
- Image manipulation (11)
- Lens protection (11)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (77)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (42), Professional artist (12), Semi-pro photographer (11), Business owner (9), Semi-professional (9)
Most Liked Positive Review
Excellent filter
Great for outdoor shoots, gives great that to the sky. Also adds amazing contrast and coulour richness.
Great for outdoor shoots, gives great that to the sky. Also adds amazing contrast and coulour richness.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Causes vignetting
While the polarizing WORKS I find the adjustment ring turns to easily when I am putting on my lens cap and worst of all when my lens is wide open it causes horrible vignetting on ...Read complete review
While the polarizing WORKS I find the adjustment ring turns to easily when I am putting on my lens cap and worst of all when my lens is wide open it causes horrible vignetting on any images taken at that range. (This is on the Nikkor 28-300 lens). Not such a good bargain if half of my images have to be cropped to get rid of the vignetting because it's so bad I can't even fix it in Photoshop. I am now shopping for a better quality filter.
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Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Poor Design
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
Comments about Hoya 77mm Circular Polarizer Glass Filter:
Good for the money, i had to return it, for a pro one...
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 77mm Circular Polarizer Glass Filter:
I'll use any day light photography.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 77mm Circular Polarizer Glass Filter:
So I have had cheaper polarizers in the past and they were horrible. my camera had issues focusing. or blur around the edges. it was bad enough I avoided filters for a long while. I didn't experience any of that with this polarizer if running a 24-105 some people experience some vignetting at around 24mm, I haven't noticed it. maybe it has to do with the difference between full frame and cropped sensor. (i have a 7d)
Anyway I am happy with my purchase. did some golf course shots and they turned out great.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 77mm Circular Polarizer Glass Filter:
Cuts the glare and pumps up the blues in the sky.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 77mm Circular Polarizer Glass Filter:
The Polaroids are the most useful and versatile of my filters. In a pinch, they can be used as neutral density filters, allowing them to multi-task in a given situation.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Similar:
- 62 mm Circular Polaroid
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Price
Cons
- Poor Design
- Poor Performance
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 77mm Circular Polarizer Glass Filter:
While the polarizing WORKS I find the adjustment ring turns to easily when I am putting on my lens cap and worst of all when my lens is wide open it causes horrible vignetting on any images taken at that range. (This is on the Nikkor 28-300 lens). Not such a good bargain if half of my images have to be cropped to get rid of the vignetting because it's so bad I can't even fix it in Photoshop. I am now shopping for a better quality filter.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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Example of vignetting with this Hoya filter
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Another example of vignetting
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 77mm Circular Polarizer Glass Filter:
Shoot most of the time with the Hoya brand Polarizer on all my lenses.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
- Lacks Functionality
- Poor Performance
Best Uses
- Outdoor Landscape
Comments about Hoya 77mm Circular Polarizer Glass Filter:
As a polarizer, it barely meets the minimum needs. I can hardly tell that any polarizing is occuring - which makes it extremely difficult to adjust. I have had filters where the polarizing was extreme - too much filtration. This one is probably not worth the money. I can accomplish more filtration in Photoshop.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Improves Performance
Cons
Best Uses
- In The Studio
Comments about Hoya 77mm Circular Polarizer Glass Filter:
i will bu this product again and again
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
Comments about Hoya 77mm Circular Polarizer Glass Filter:
Had my doubts but changed my mind once I put it on the lens and worked with it. I'm going to change over my other filters for the Hoya brand
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Great Results
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
- Can Be Hard To Remove
Best Uses
- Outdoors
Comments about Hoya 77mm Circular Polarizer Glass Filter:
Use to make sky more blue
Makes a very rich blue sky and wet vegetation's colors pop!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
Comments about Hoya 77mm Circular Polarizer Glass Filter:
The circular polarizer keeps the sky blue and the water clear without having to rotate and adjust it. It's convenient, crystal clear, and my Canon lens cap stays attached. I can't ask for anything more!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 77mm Circular Polarizer Glass Filter:
I use this filter on my NIKKOR 12-24 and it is great. The turning of the front ring is so smooth and the clarity with the polarization is great. I love this filter and will surely be buying more Hoya filters soon. Their quality is unmatched!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 77mm Circular Polarizer Glass Filter:
Ok for hobbyst
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Improves Performance
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 77mm Circular Polarizer Glass Filter:
This filter is really good value for non-pros. Well made and certainly cuts out a good amount of stray light, adding detail to brighter areas.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Professional Quality
Cons
- Pricey / Poor Value
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 77mm Circular Polarizer Glass Filter:
Love the feeling of knowing that I cannot scratch my expensive camera lens. Seems to take good photos.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Poor Design
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 77mm Circular Polarizer Glass Filter:
My complaint is that it causes vignetting because its frame is very wide.
If you're going to buy a polarizer, get a slim one
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 77mm Circular Polarizer Glass Filter:
It works great with my sigma 70-200mm os f2.8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Performance
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 77mm Circular Polarizer Glass Filter:
Great filter at a great price
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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