Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

Extremely good set of filters for the money. I am using this set on my Nikkor 80-400. They are machined well and the glass contains no aberration or distortion in both image and color. They are easy to clean and so far have proven to be very scratch resistant.

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

I've only used the UV and circular polarizer, but I am very satisfied with the quality of the filters.

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

Not a bad kit but I also purchased with a wide angle lens and this was listed as an option. The problem is when the lens is wide open you get dark edges I assume from hitting edges of filter.
I kepted anyway and will buy a thin cir pol. and thin style filters to with this WA lens if shooting with low F stop.

You can always crop and it is less noticable at F8

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

Everything I expected plus the included catalog showed me other filters I may be interested in.

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

Just purchased so don't know how they will hold up but a good basic set of filters for my new lens.

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

Great quality glass and design; love being able to add the Circular Polarizer on top of the UV filter. Does everything you want in a filter!!

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

Use the filters every day, great quality glass, great price, and B&H Photo efficency, professionalism, and customer service is second to none. Its the only place I buy photo equipment.

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

As a first time filter user, I am happy with this kit. I will be moving onto other filters later down the road, which will give me better insight into these filters. I have noticed that the warming filter did not have a noticeable effect. But, for a beginner, this filter kit is very good and I would recommend it to others. The kit with the neutral density filter instead of warming filter would have been my other choice instead of this filter.

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

Great bargain to get a set of brand name basic lens fliters. Also comes with a very nice tri-fold filter case with velcro closuer to store the filters.

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

WHY THIS IS A GOOD DEAL:I recently bought a new wide angle lens (Tokina 11-16 F2.8; which on a side note is also amazing lens for the price) and the salesperson convinced me to buy a the Hoya UV HMC filter to protect the lens (you would be crazy to not use ANY filter to protect your lens from scratches!). She said that Hoya was one of the best, so I took her word for it and paid [$] (Canadian). From experience with smaller filter sizes I know that a polarized filter and a warming filter will run at least this much or more per filter (esp. for the polarized filter). I was surprised to find this set of three filter's for only $10 more (the cost of shipping) at B&H! I promptly returned the original filter and ordered this set.The order came in about a week and I was happy to find that instead of the hard plastic case that single filters are sold in, this set shipped in a flexible fabric case, with room for a forth filter. This is a benefit for me as I am now traveling in India and I am happy to be rid of the bulky plastic cases. The fabric case fits well in my backpack.REVIEW OF THE FILTERS:UV filter: Standard UV filter, no vignetting.Polarized Filter: Works just like other circular-polarizing filters; rotating the ring brings out details in the sky and removes reflections. The only issue that I have with this one is that the extra girth does cause some very minor vignetting at the widest zoom. Not a big deal, but I do not like losing part of my shot so this is a minor disappointment. I am under the impression that a more expensive and slimmer polarized filter might be out there, but it is probably not necessary for the average photographerWarm filter: I haven't used this one too much. It seems to do what it is supposed to do, but I don;t have much experience. I would have happily paid the price I did for the first two filters so this one is a minor bonus that might find it's way into my repertoire. No vignetting on its ownCombining Filters=Vignetting: My standard setup on my other, smaller, lenses (I carry 3 in addition to my wide angle) is to have the UV always on for protection, and then swap one polarizing filter between them by screwing it on top of the UV filter. That way there is never a time where the actual lens face is exposed and unprotected. This has never caused any problems for me and I have never had vignetting. This setup DOES NOT work out so well with this set on a wide angle lens. The "girthy-ness" of the filters results in vignetting with ANY combination of filters in this set. This is especially pronounced if one of those filters happens to be the polarizing filter. The amount of vignetting is such that I prefer to swap the UV filter with the other filters. This means a small window when the lens is exposed to the possibility of being scratched. It also slows me down if I want a different filter. For the price I paid for the filters, I can live with the hassle, but this is something to consider. I think that if your lens is not a wide angle, you will not likely be affected by this. If you do have a wide angle and you think this will be a big deal for you, it might be worth your while to look at the prices of a slimmer filter set to see if the cost is worth it for you.CONCLUSION:This is a great buy, and I have no regrets. Much cheaper than in the stores here in Canada. I think that in the future I will always buy my filters online. The vignetting is a pain, but I probably would not want to pay more for slimmer filters. Worth every penny! 5 stars.

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

good stuff for the price.

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

Good starter kit to leverage and protect your lense. Better than buying a single uv filter for protection...

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

Does what filters should do. Protects the lens, improves picture quality. There's really nothing else to say.

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

A set of filters that every photographer should have in his/her bag!

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

I have consistently used Hoya filters for 30 years, never with a problem

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

Good product

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

Great to get three filters for less than the cost of two individually.
Plus it comes with a softsided carrying case that can hold up to 4 filters-perfect for a few filters and a few memory cards, and more streamlined for packing than the hardside cases the individual filters come in.
Excellent all-in-one deal.
UV filter stays on as default unless using the polarizing, which did a really nice job during the day and sunshine and panoramic outdoor views with sky and water.

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

Just what I expected and have come to appreciate about HOYA filters.

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

When I bought a new (and expensive) lens I decided to buy this kit for the most often used filters in the 77mm size. I stuck the Skylight filter on the camera and put the folding case with the other filters in my bag and pretty much forgot about them for at least a month or two until last week when I needed to use the Polarizing filter for an outdoor shot. As soon as I started to mount the filter to the lens it came apart in three pieces. To add insult to frustration the thing was very greasy and soon there was a mess on everything. [...]I've always been pleased with Hoya filters in the past and will buy them in the future but the polarizing filter supplied in this kit ([*]) does not seem to be of the same quality as my 67mm Hoya polarizing filter. There is a lot of play between the two halves of the filter as though the incorrect size retaining ring was used or the parts are just not made to very close tolerance. The nylon case for these filters is decent but it does not fit inside any of my camera bags very well. I think most people would be just as happy with individual hard cases as many camera bags have pockets or compartments for filters built in.

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

Really nice kit. All filters included are must haves. Usually you get something you really don't want or don't use. The pouch included is also great quality. [...]

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

Extremely good set of filters for the money. I am using this set on my Nikkor 80-400. They are machined well and the glass contains no aberration or distortion in both image and color. They are easy to clean and so far have proven to be very scratch resistant.

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

I've only used the UV and circular polarizer, but I am very satisfied with the quality of the filters.

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

Not a bad kit but I also purchased with a wide angle lens and this was listed as an option. The problem is when the lens is wide open you get dark edges I assume from hitting edges of filter.
I kepted anyway and will buy a thin cir pol. and thin style filters to with this WA lens if shooting with low F stop.

You can always crop and it is less noticable at F8

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

Everything I expected plus the included catalog showed me other filters I may be interested in.

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

Just purchased so don't know how they will hold up but a good basic set of filters for my new lens.

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

Great quality glass and design; love being able to add the Circular Polarizer on top of the UV filter. Does everything you want in a filter!!

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

Use the filters every day, great quality glass, great price, and B&H Photo efficency, professionalism, and customer service is second to none. Its the only place I buy photo equipment.

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

As a first time filter user, I am happy with this kit. I will be moving onto other filters later down the road, which will give me better insight into these filters. I have noticed that the warming filter did not have a noticeable effect. But, for a beginner, this filter kit is very good and I would recommend it to others. The kit with the neutral density filter instead of warming filter would have been my other choice instead of this filter.

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

Great bargain to get a set of brand name basic lens fliters. Also comes with a very nice tri-fold filter case with velcro closuer to store the filters.

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

WHY THIS IS A GOOD DEAL:I recently bought a new wide angle lens (Tokina 11-16 F2.8; which on a side note is also amazing lens for the price) and the salesperson convinced me to buy a the Hoya UV HMC filter to protect the lens (you would be crazy to not use ANY filter to protect your lens from scratches!). She said that Hoya was one of the best, so I took her word for it and paid [$] (Canadian). From experience with smaller filter sizes I know that a polarized filter and a warming filter will run at least this much or more per filter (esp. for the polarized filter). I was surprised to find this set of three filter's for only $10 more (the cost of shipping) at B&H! I promptly returned the original filter and ordered this set.The order came in about a week and I was happy to find that instead of the hard plastic case that single filters are sold in, this set shipped in a flexible fabric case, with room for a forth filter. This is a benefit for me as I am now traveling in India and I am happy to be rid of the bulky plastic cases. The fabric case fits well in my backpack.REVIEW OF THE FILTERS:UV filter: Standard UV filter, no vignetting.Polarized Filter: Works just like other circular-polarizing filters; rotating the ring brings out details in the sky and removes reflections. The only issue that I have with this one is that the extra girth does cause some very minor vignetting at the widest zoom. Not a big deal, but I do not like losing part of my shot so this is a minor disappointment. I am under the impression that a more expensive and slimmer polarized filter might be out there, but it is probably not necessary for the average photographerWarm filter: I haven't used this one too much. It seems to do what it is supposed to do, but I don;t have much experience. I would have happily paid the price I did for the first two filters so this one is a minor bonus that might find it's way into my repertoire. No vignetting on its ownCombining Filters=Vignetting: My standard setup on my other, smaller, lenses (I carry 3 in addition to my wide angle) is to have the UV always on for protection, and then swap one polarizing filter between them by screwing it on top of the UV filter. That way there is never a time where the actual lens face is exposed and unprotected. This has never caused any problems for me and I have never had vignetting. This setup DOES NOT work out so well with this set on a wide angle lens. The "girthy-ness" of the filters results in vignetting with ANY combination of filters in this set. This is especially pronounced if one of those filters happens to be the polarizing filter. The amount of vignetting is such that I prefer to swap the UV filter with the other filters. This means a small window when the lens is exposed to the possibility of being scratched. It also slows me down if I want a different filter. For the price I paid for the filters, I can live with the hassle, but this is something to consider. I think that if your lens is not a wide angle, you will not likely be affected by this. If you do have a wide angle and you think this will be a big deal for you, it might be worth your while to look at the prices of a slimmer filter set to see if the cost is worth it for you.CONCLUSION:This is a great buy, and I have no regrets. Much cheaper than in the stores here in Canada. I think that in the future I will always buy my filters online. The vignetting is a pain, but I probably would not want to pay more for slimmer filters. Worth every penny! 5 stars.

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

good stuff for the price.

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

Good starter kit to leverage and protect your lense. Better than buying a single uv filter for protection...

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

Does what filters should do. Protects the lens, improves picture quality. There's really nothing else to say.

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

A set of filters that every photographer should have in his/her bag!

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

I have consistently used Hoya filters for 30 years, never with a problem

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

Good product

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

Great to get three filters for less than the cost of two individually.
Plus it comes with a softsided carrying case that can hold up to 4 filters-perfect for a few filters and a few memory cards, and more streamlined for packing than the hardside cases the individual filters come in.
Excellent all-in-one deal.
UV filter stays on as default unless using the polarizing, which did a really nice job during the day and sunshine and panoramic outdoor views with sky and water.

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

Just what I expected and have come to appreciate about HOYA filters.

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

When I bought a new (and expensive) lens I decided to buy this kit for the most often used filters in the 77mm size. I stuck the Skylight filter on the camera and put the folding case with the other filters in my bag and pretty much forgot about them for at least a month or two until last week when I needed to use the Polarizing filter for an outdoor shot. As soon as I started to mount the filter to the lens it came apart in three pieces. To add insult to frustration the thing was very greasy and soon there was a mess on everything. [...]I've always been pleased with Hoya filters in the past and will buy them in the future but the polarizing filter supplied in this kit ([*]) does not seem to be of the same quality as my 67mm Hoya polarizing filter. There is a lot of play between the two halves of the filter as though the incorrect size retaining ring was used or the parts are just not made to very close tolerance. The nylon case for these filters is decent but it does not fit inside any of my camera bags very well. I think most people would be just as happy with individual hard cases as many camera bags have pockets or compartments for filters built in.

Comments about Hoya 77mm Introductory Filter Kit:

Really nice kit. All filters included are must haves. Usually you get something you really don't want or don't use. The pouch included is also great quality. [...]