B+W 72mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter
The B&W 72mm 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 | 72mm |
| 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 | 72mm |
| Front Lens Cap Size | 72mm |
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by PowerReviews(based on 45 reviews)
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of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Strong construction (28)
- Clear optics (26)
- Easy to use (23)
- Firm mount (21)
- Improves picture quality (9)
Cons
Best Uses
- Image manipulation (10)
- Shooting outdoors (9)
- Lens protection (8)
- Color correction (7)
- UV protection (6)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (15), Semi-pro photographer (11), Tech savvy (5), Enthusiast (3), Pro photographer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (23)
Most Liked Positive Review
Worth Every Dime
I debated whether or not to spend the money on a nice polarizer filter. In my case, it was worth it. One of the reasons I picked this one was resistence to extreme weather...Read complete review
I debated whether or not to spend the money on a nice polarizer filter. In my case, it was worth it. One of the reasons I picked this one was resistence to extreme weather temperatures. I just got back from a cruise to Alaska and the pictures of sky and ice (even taken from a mountain top glacier) are excellent. The fog was thick and the wind was strong, between this and my B+W UV filter, you would never know there was any inclement weather.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Superb build, but flawed QA
I have never thought of paying this much for a CPL, but knowing B+W is one of the top producers of filters and needing a CPL for my main lens (Nikkor 18-200mm)...Read complete review
I have never thought of paying this much for a CPL, but knowing B+W is one of the top producers of filters and needing a CPL for my main lens (Nikkor 18-200mm), this felt like a good buy. I got the CPL and the workmanship of the filter is superb. The reason I gave this filter 3 stars is due to the poor QA on the filter I received. It would only screw down on my lens about half-way and there was one spot in the rotation of the filter that was very tight; indicating to me the filter was slightly out-of-round. I RMA'd it for a new one, so we'll see how that turns out.
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about B+W 72mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
I bought this filter to give me a polarizer for the Canon 15-85mm lense. Clarity is great and the polarization is as expected. I have other B&W filters and find that they work excellent. Lense cap for Canon fits perfectly and does not come off. Glass in filter is quite good and workmanship of product is excellent.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
- Upgrade
Comments about B+W 72mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
Awesome filter- quality is tops-you get what you pay for!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Comments about B+W 72mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
Greatly appreciate that it comes with a hard case as well.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about B+W 72mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
I own a number of B&W filters and I've been nothing but satisfied with them. This filter is no exception.
Does exactly what you need and expect from a Circ-Pol. Smooth non-binding brass fitting, crystal clear glass. You won't regret attaching to high end lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about B+W 72mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
Easy to use, works well on a 35mm lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about B+W 72mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
[...]and promptly. I would recommend B&H to a friend for future purchases for them and myself. The polarizing filter works great! Nice contrast to blue sky and white puffy clouds.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
- Upgrade
Comments about B+W 72mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
Great lens great pictures
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
- Interfaces Well With Camcorder
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about B+W 72mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
Found that the filter does a nice job of "bluing" the sky, making the clouds whiter. Also, water takes on a slightly blue appearance.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good quality filtering
- Great glass
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
- Waterfalls
Comments about B+W 72mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
I bought this filter to give me a polarizer for the Nikon 18-200mm lense. Clarity was greta and the polarization was as expected. I have other B&W filters and find that they work excellent. Lense cap for Nikon fits perfetcly and does not come off. Glass in filter is quite good and workmanship of product is excellent.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about B+W 72mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
B+W filters are the best constructed filters available. The Schott Glass makes this filter highly durable. The filter is quite a bit heavier but that it due to the quality of the glass used. The thread design is great as it provides an excellent weather seal.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about B+W 72mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
Eliminates reflections and the deep blue sky really shows off the clouds better than any polarizer I've used.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about B+W 72mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
Im a novice, but I can definitely say that its a well built product. Image quality is superb. Although, its a little pricey but its all worth it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Highly Compatible
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about B+W 72mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
[...] lfitd7000 28/200 , did what it was suppose to do, unscrews easily must be careful
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Amazing results
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
- Pricey / Poor Value
Best Uses
- Landscape and travel
Comments about B+W 72mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
I'm a pro who does a lot of landscape and cityscape photography. A polarizer is a must! This B&W Kaeseman has a much superior build-quality than polarizers I've had in the past. The action is firm and smooth and it holds the desired setting - and I get AMAZING results!
It is pricier than lesser polarizers - but, for me, the build-quality and the results are more than worth it... I'll get many years out of this polarizer!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Consistent Effect
- Easily Mounted
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Color Correction
- Image Manipulation
Comments about B+W 72mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
The quality of this filter, like all B+W filters, is unmatched!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about B+W 72mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
Incredible quality, but that's what I expect (and always get) from a B+W filter.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Consistent Effect
- Easily Mounted
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about B+W 72mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
I just tried this out at the Audobon Zoo and it worked great for killing reflections on glass enclosures and for seeing through the surface of the water to photograph alligators. It feels solid and does exactly what it is supposed to do.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Color Correction
Comments about B+W 72mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
The rotating mechanism is very smooth. You can see a significant difference in saturation with this filter on.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about B+W 72mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
Excellent quality. The most expensive polarizer I've purchased, but I see the difference.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Tough to clean
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about B+W 72mm Kaeseman Circular Polarizing Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) Filter:
This is a solidly built filter. Just feels like quality. I've used it around water and it does a great job filtering the glare of the surface. Easy to rotate lens for desired affect.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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