Tiffen 72mm Digital Ultra Clear Filter
- Price: $39.50
- Free Shipping (USA)
- In Stock
- B&H # TIUC72
- Mfr# W72DIGULTCLR
Product Highlights
- Clear Protection Filter
- Water White Glass Construction
- ColorCore Technology
The Tiffen 72mm Digital Ultra Clear Filter is a simple, clear filter designed for general protection for your lens. This optically clear filter does not affect the overall image quality while helping reduce dust, scratches, moisture, and other elements from damaging your lens. Its Water White glass construction is optically pure and maintains consistent light transmission and clarity.
Tiffen filters are made using ColorCore technology; a process that involves laminating the filter substrate between 2 pieces of optical glass, grinding flat to a tolerance of 1/10,000th of an inch, then mounting to precision metal rings.
- Clear filter offers general protection for your lens against the elements.
- Water White glass is optically pure for providing notable image fidelity and clarity.
| Type | Clear protection |
| Size | 72 mm |
| Filter Factor | 0 |
| Effect | Offers protection to the camera lens |
| Construction |
ColorCore technology Water White glass |
| Front Filter Thread Size | 72 mm |
| Front Lens Cap Size | 72 mm |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 24 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
92%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (20)
- Clear optics (14)
- Firm mount (14)
- Strong construction (9)
- Compact (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens protection (13)
- Shooting outdoors (5)
- Panoramic filming (4)
- Shooting indoors (4)
- Close up filming (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (7), Semi-pro photographer (4), Casual photographer (3), Film professional (3), Pro photographer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (23)
Most Liked Positive Review
Very good. Really ulta clear filter,
Well, this is not an electronic device to talk about its cons and proc. Shortly, this filter is a very good choice when you are limited with budget. Very clear, perfect light conductor...Read complete review
Well, this is not an electronic device to talk about its cons and proc. Shortly, this filter is a very good choice when you are limited with budget. Very clear, perfect light conductor and a good lens protector.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Not that happy, but who is?
I bought this because I was familiar with Tiffens ND filters and I have to say that I'm a little disappointed. Nearly all these protectors will produce some glare or odd artifact but I guess...Read complete review
I bought this because I was familiar with Tiffens ND filters and I have to say that I'm a little disappointed. Nearly all these protectors will produce some glare or odd artifact but I guess I was expecting some sort of magic from this. I found that I had some really terrible glare at night shooting down a street with lanterns. In some cases the glare would turn green others would not.I find that I can get some interesting lens flare every once in a while that looks decently good despite it being flare.I think I should have spent the 5 dollars more for a BW but I think the results would be similar. My new philosophy is that, if I'm going to be in an uncontrolled environment where the possibility of something hitting the lens is there, then I use the filter, otherwise I keep it off.
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Pros
- Clear Optics
- Firm Mount
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm Digital Ultra Clear Filter:
Like most Videographers will agree, the best stuff is outside. So remember, when you take it out, ... you should use protection. In this case, with a new $5,000+ Camera, taking the time to put on a $35 UV Filter isn't asking too much. And, if you really care about her (the Camera) choosing a Tiffen is protection you can trust, ... shot after shot. "It's a dirty world out there."
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm Digital Ultra Clear Filter:
Tiffen Ultra Clear filters are a great way to protect your lenses without changing your exposure. Think about it: Which would you rather replace, a scratched lens worth $1500 or a scratched filter that costs a fraction of that?
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm Digital Ultra Clear Filter:
Exactly as advertised, great service, arrived within days...thank you....
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Interesting Flare
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Inconsistent Effect
- Odd Tint Sometimes
- Reflections
Best Uses
- Additional Lens Flare
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm Digital Ultra Clear Filter:
I bought this because I was familiar with Tiffens ND filters and I have to say that I'm a little disappointed. Nearly all these protectors will produce some glare or odd artifact but I guess I was expecting some sort of magic from this. I found that I had some really terrible glare at night shooting down a street with lanterns. In some cases the glare would turn green others would not.I find that I can get some interesting lens flare every once in a while that looks decently good despite it being flare.I think I should have spent the 5 dollars more for a BW but I think the results would be similar. My new philosophy is that, if I'm going to be in an uncontrolled environment where the possibility of something hitting the lens is there, then I use the filter, otherwise I keep it off.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Similar:
- Tiffen Variable ND, Canon 50mm f1.2
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm Digital Ultra Clear Filter:
Was going to buy the Nikon brand and then a friend recommended Tiffen. Glad I bought this instead. Great quality, no ghosting.Fits the Nikon 18-200 perfectly and still allows the lens cover to attach, which I was a bit worried about as some filters cramp out the cover.For this price, it protects my expensive lens! Easy choice.
- Similar:
- Tiffen 52mm clear filter
Pros
- Clear Optics
Cons
- Inconsistent Effect
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm Digital Ultra Clear Filter:
I bought this filter to use with my canon 35L prime. It works well unless you are shooting in bright lights, then it increased light flares noticeably. I've ended up removing it for many shoots. Might do some research to see if there are ways of avoiding this, or trying different filters. I also hate to use the lens hood which could contribute. Nothing dramatic, just not entirely as useful as I had hoped.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm Digital Ultra Clear Filter:
I purchased the filter for my 15-85mm lens. Filter fits great and it is clear. That's what I needed.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm Digital Ultra Clear Filter:
Does what it's supposed to do, protect your investment
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm Digital Ultra Clear Filter:
Protects the lens without adding any apparent coloration or abberations. I'm using it on an EF-200mm L f/2.8 - costly enough to warrant some good protection.
Has enough thread on the front to easily allow the Canon lens cover to grasp, just as it would the lens itself.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Tiffen 72mm Digital Ultra Clear Filter:
It`s durable, it`s sharp, it`s made in the USA.. is a great choice for high performance optics. I use iy on my canon ef 24-70 2.8L USM lens and don`t get any vignetting. It`s a great value.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Tiffen 72mm Digital Ultra Clear Filter:
I hesitate to buy any filter to put in front of expensive lenses but in the end decided to try this foreseeing the day I bump and break the glass on my new lens and curse myself for not buying the cheap (relatively) insurance a filter can provide. However, the glass on this filter is very clear and not noticable in my images, even when trying to find something.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm Digital Ultra Clear Filter:
I had doubts about using a clear filter but this filter turned out to be an excellent choice. As the name says, it truly is Ultra Clear Filter.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Filter Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm Digital Ultra Clear Filter:
I always put a clear or UV filter for protection on every lens I buy. I have used Tiffen filters for over 20 years as a D.P. and they have never let me down.
Just bought a set of 6 L series Canon primes...a new tiffen filter goes on each one.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm Digital Ultra Clear Filter:
Uses: Placed on my most expensive lens
Thin enough that I do not notice an effect on image quality
A little pricey
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm Digital Ultra Clear Filter:
To protect my 85mm F/1.2
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
- Interfaces Well With Camcorder
Cons
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
- Panoramic Filming
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
- Upgrade
Comments about Tiffen 72mm Digital Ultra Clear Filter:
Though I returner this one for the 77mm the filters are so well made and effective I can't recommend them highly enough! Water white glass is cutting edge and worth the money!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
- Interfaces Well With Camcorder
Cons
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
- Panoramic Filming
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
- Upgrade
Comments about Tiffen 72mm Digital Ultra Clear Filter:
Yep, does what it says. This is a bit more $ than some but the Water White Glass is supposed to work very well on the 5Dmk2 and for digital video/photo so I went for it. No complaints, and it beats a broken lens! Don't shoot without one, or live to regret your folly!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Tiffen 72mm Digital Ultra Clear Filter:
Basic equipment required for all DSLR Cameras.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
- Interfaces Well With Camcorder
Cons
Best Uses
- Panoramic Filming
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Tiffen 72mm Digital Ultra Clear Filter:
Clear image and good price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
- Panoramic Filming
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Tiffen 72mm Digital Ultra Clear Filter:
clear lens protection
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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