B+W 67mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter
The B&W 67mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter is constructed from select polarizer foils and especially prepared optical glass. Kaeseman ("encased") filters are completely edge-sealed for maximum durability under extreme climatic conditions.
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 varied by rotating the filter. The filter factor varies according to how the filter is rotated and its orientation to the sun.
The reputation of B+W's Schott glass is world renowned. The high production standards combined with a sturdy brass filter ring make B+W filters hard to beat. These filters have a "heft" to them that is impressive. They may feel heavier but the benefit is in the construction and results. Not only is the glass exceptional but so is the seal between the ring and glass. Schott Glass used in the manufacture of this filter is legendary and synonymous with the highest standards of filter production. It comes with a solid 10-year warranty.
Note! Circular polarizers are specifically designed for use with auto-focus SLR cameras (They will also work on manual systems 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
- This filter is especially effective in areas of great temperature and humidity extremes
- Use it indoors (museums, galleries) and outdoors
- Effective for making a blue sky bluer, making clouds stand out or increasing (or decreasing) the color saturation of water
| Type | Kaeseman Circular Polarizer |
| Size | 67mm |
| Grade | Not Applicable |
| Filter Factor | Between 2.3 and 2.8 (approx. +1.3 stops) |
| Multi-Coated | Yes, Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) |
| Rotating | Yes |
| Effect | Removes reflections and increases color saturation without affecting the overall color balance |
| Application | Well-suited to applications that require the highest possible imaging quality, especially with high-speed telephoto lenses and apochromatic lenses; also an excellent choice when temperature extremes are experienced |
| Color Temperature | Not Applicable |
| Construction | Schott Glass |
| Front Filter Thread Size | 67mm |
| Front Lens Cap Size | 67mm |
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Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Clear optics (21)
- Strong construction (21)
- Firm mount (20)
- Consistent effect (17)
- Easily mounted (10)
Cons
Best Uses
- Image manipulation (12)
- Color correction (8)
- Lens protection (6)
- Shooting outdoors (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (11), Semi-pro photographer (6), Enthusiast (5), Tech savvy (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (14)
Most Liked Positive Review
When Only the Finest Will Do
The Kaeseman line of B+W polarizers are excellent photographic tools. Outstanding optics, MRC glass coatings and weather-sealed edges make for the best circular polarizer money can buy. And in case you weren't certain...Read complete review
The Kaeseman line of B+W polarizers are excellent photographic tools. Outstanding optics, MRC glass coatings and weather-sealed edges make for the best circular polarizer money can buy. And in case you weren't certain on this, yes, you do still need these with a digital camera. Glare is glare, whether it's being recorded on film or a sensor. It still must go, and nothing banishes glare better than a polarizer. Why this polarizer? Because, if you're smart, you invested your precious money in the best lenses you could afford. Why would you want to go cheap now and put a substandard piece of glass on the end of it? Relative to your lenses, this is a small investment, but one that will return huge benefits. It will last a lifetime if you take care of it, and will improve your photos no end. Don't consider anything less.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Gets stuck frequently!
Honestly I thought this filter would be the best buy simply because of the high quality it said to offer. I purchased it to use with my 100mm L macro lens, but it gets ...Read complete review
Honestly I thought this filter would be the best buy simply because of the high quality it said to offer. I purchased it to use with my 100mm L macro lens, but it gets stuck quite frequently on the lens and I have to use a rubber band to get it off. I think the ring that has the filter threads is too thin because there's hardly anything to grab onto to try and spin it off the lens.
I wouldn't buy a Kaeseman again. Not worth the high cost.
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Pros
- Good Quality
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about B+W 67mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
I use polarizing filters almost all the time to enrich colours in my outdoor shots. This one is as the other reviews say: good quality glass and a nice solid ring although the inner one is a wee bit thin and so can be hard to grasp to get off the rubber hood. I usually have to take both off, separate them, and then put the filter back on the lens. However, this is not such a problem compared to the benefits a polarizer bring!
The effect on the shots does seem to be better than the cheaper filter I've used for years, although I have not compared them side to side.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about B+W 67mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
Kaeseman, the best of the best B+W filters for design, function and optics.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about B+W 67mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
A pola filter is in my opinion an indispensable part of any photog's kit.
This B+W pola filter is simply the best available, it is sealed at the edges which means it will not separate over time preventing moisture damage, the multi-coating guarantees a sharp reflection free image.
No point in having expensive glass if you are going to put poor quality filters in front of it.
Recommended
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
- Telephoto lens
- Upgrade
Comments about B+W 67mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
I am replacing my filters with B+W filters and buying new B+W filters for my new lenses. These filters are in a class of their own -- they screw in precisely, an with this polarizer, the action of the filter is very smooth. Haven't used it yet -- can't wait!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about B+W 67mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
Smooth action, wonderful results. It seems to be very well built. The results are amazing, I am glad I got it.
Using with a Nikon D90, 18-105 lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about B+W 67mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
I've bought this filter in several sizes for my 'L' glass becasue this is the best CP filter I've ever found - in utility, fit, durability and overall quality. Worth what it costs. No complaints at all!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Doesn't Fasten Well
- Gets Stuck Often
- Over-priced
Best Uses
- Cutting out glare
Comments about B+W 67mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
Honestly I thought this filter would be the best buy simply because of the high quality it said to offer. I purchased it to use with my 100mm L macro lens, but it gets stuck quite frequently on the lens and I have to use a rubber band to get it off. I think the ring that has the filter threads is too thin because there's hardly anything to grab onto to try and spin it off the lens.
I wouldn't buy a Kaeseman again. Not worth the high cost.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Consistent Effect
- Easily Mounted
- Easy to clean
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscapes
- Lens Protection
Comments about B+W 67mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
Much better that slim version. Only need slim version on very wide lens and full frame sensor. Have had trouble getting slim polarizers of lenses, these are much better.
This polarizer seems about a 1/2 stop darker that others I have used.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Consistent Effect
- Easily Mounted
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Enhancing color in sun
Comments about B+W 67mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
I use this filter in landscape photography under a variety of conditions.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Consistent Effect
- Easily Mounted
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Artwork
- Image Manipulation
Comments about B+W 67mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
Protected by a nice and efficient plastic box, this filter is really well finished and built.Easy to install and remove from the lens.The ring turn smoothly and authorize an accurate setting.Both effect polarizing and contract enhancer are perfect.I bought the 67mm first then, after numbers positive test, I ordered the 58mm.This is a top class filter well built and really efficient optically.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Consistent Effect
- Firm Mount
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
- Lens Protection
Comments about B+W 67mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
Great to use when you want a different perspective. Versatile enough to use for a variety of shots. Somewhat inconvenient to have to keep changing filters.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Consistent Effect
- Easily Mounted
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
- Lens Protection
Comments about B+W 67mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
A CP is a must have filter. I have bought a few B&W Circular Polarizers and just love the quality from this brand. I bought a Hoya CP and unfortunately they installed the glass backwards. I used it like that for quite a while when I realized it was not doing a very good job removing reflections. I found a simple test to know if your CP glass was installed correctly. Hold the filter in your hands as if you were the camera sensor and look through the filter at your computer monitor. When you turn the filter the screen should go black, if it doesn't than look at it backwards, if it turns black than you know it was installed incorrectly. I've never had this problem with B&W.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Consistent Effect
- Easily Mounted
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Color Correction
- Lens Protection
Comments about B+W 67mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
Used for outdoor wildlife, landscapes and seascapes photography.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Consistent Effect
- Easily Mounted
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Color Correction
- Image Manipulation
- UV Protection
Comments about B+W 67mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
it feels very strong, durable, i havent noticed any vignetting yet, i use it when im shoot lakes, skies,and with my density filter to be able to lower the shutter speen.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Consistent Effect
- Easily Mounted
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
- UV Protection
Comments about B+W 67mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
Very well made product!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about B+W 67mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
Nice solid piece of glass. Haven't used it much yet but it feels impressive.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Consistent Effect
- Easily Mounted
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about B+W 67mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
Filter used for landscape photography. Handling the filter one readily discerns that it was constructed with top-grade materials and is well engineered. Output results are exceptional.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Difficult to clean
- Difficult to remove
- Pricey
Best Uses
- Color Correction
- Image Manipulation
Comments about B+W 67mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
The colors from pictures I take with this polarizer are outstanding, and that's what I'd expect from the price.
On the downside, I find it quite impossible to keep it squeaky clean, unlike regular UV filters. Smears tend to spread when I try to wipe them off. I've gotten this polarizer stuck a couple times while stacking filters, but so far it has come off safely. The filter ring that screws on is tiny compared to the rotating ring.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Consistent Effect
- Easily Mounted
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Any and all outdoor work
Comments about B+W 67mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
I bought this particular filter due to its moisture and dirt resistance, since I take a lot of landscape photos. I've used many other circular polarizers and been very happy with them, except that occasionally splashes of water from rain and dew, tended to leave marks on the lens that were either difficult or impossible to remove. Also this filter is well sealed agains intrusions that might damage the foils within the polarizer elements. So far, this filter has been a wise investment.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Consistent Effect
- Easily Mounted
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
- No Cleaning Tips
Best Uses
- Artwork
- Color Correction
- Image Manipulation
Comments about B+W 67mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
[...] The colors seen with this filter are brilliant. Its unbelievable how much power is in this filter. The build is solid and sturdy it fits right it with my camera.
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