B+W 52mm Ultraviolet (UV) Filter
The 52mm Ultraviolet (UV) Filter from B+W is a wise initial investment. It helps protect your valuable investment from dust, moisture and scratches, which can lead to costly repairs.
B+W UV filters are excellent general purpose filters since they will not only protect your front element from airborne contaminants as well as fingerprints but also help you get better images at high altitude and while on the water. Using this filter will diminish the bluish cast caused by the various atmospheric factors, yet, it will not have an effect on the color balance of your shot. No increase in exposure is required.
A UV filter is the best available protection for the front element of your lens. A lens that accidentally gets dropped on its front element while hiking can potentially be saved by purchasing this item. Some people refer to them as "cheap insurance".
Aside from that more-than-significant benefit, UV filters cut through some of the haze in the atmosphere rendering your photos clearer, sharper and more contrasty. For those who enjoy outdoor photography, especially distant vistas, a UV filter can produce a more distinct image by removing much of the blue tint normally associated with atmospheric haze.
The filter ring is made from brass yielding a stronger product. Brass filter rings are also less prone to jamming. In addition, the seal between the glass and filter ring is exceptionally strong giving the filter added strength and durability. The excellent Schott Glass used in the manufacturing of this filter is legendary and synonymous with the highest standards of filter production. It comes with a solid 10-year warranty.
- B+W filters provide additional benefits of correction for Ultraviolet(UV) light which can register on film and videotape as a bluish cast and can obscure distant details
- If desired they can be left on the lens at all times for protection
- Ultraviolet filters allow you to correct for the UV effect to varying degrees
- UV filters are ideal for high altitude photography, by the sea and in regions with very clean air
| Type | UV (Ultraviolet) |
| Size | 52mm |
| Grade | 010 |
| Filter Factor | Not Applicable |
| Multi-Coated | No |
| Rotating | Not Applicable |
| Effect |
Reduces excessive blue Cuts through haze and can improve image clarity Protects front element of lens |
| Application | Helpful when photographing mountain and marine scenes, where increased haze threatens to make your photographs indistinct in color and clarity |
| Color Temperature | Not Applicable |
| Construction | Schott Glass |
| Front Filter Thread Size | 52mm |
| Front Lens Cap Size | 52mm |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 40 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Clear optics (36)
- Strong construction (33)
- Firm mount (30)
- Easy to use (24)
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens protection (34)
- UV protection (25)
- Filter protection (8)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (20), Semi-pro photographer (9), Casual photographer (6)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (25)
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Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about B+W 52mm Ultraviolet (UV) Filter:
Nothing much to say. Works great with my Panasonic GF3 and it fits perfectly.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Filter Protection
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about B+W 52mm Ultraviolet (UV) Filter:
EXCELLENT PRODUCT WITH A GREAT FIT, WITH THIS PRODUCT THERE ARE NO NEGATIVE QUALITIES
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about B+W 52mm Ultraviolet (UV) Filter:
Very good quality, solid and clear
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Firm Mount
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about B+W 52mm Ultraviolet (UV) Filter:
I got a lot of lens flare with my Tiffen filter, but it seems almost nonexistent with the B+W. I questioned the extra cost but have been satisfied with the purchase.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- UV Protection
Comments about B+W 52mm Ultraviolet (UV) Filter:
I have always trusted B+W and have never been disappointed.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about B+W 52mm Ultraviolet (UV) Filter:
Get addition to any lens. B+W can't be beat.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about B+W 52mm Ultraviolet (UV) Filter:
I use this as a protective filter for my lens. Better to have a [$] filter scrape up than a $500 lens. It is superb quality. Nothing but great products come from B+W!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about B+W 52mm Ultraviolet (UV) Filter:
Use it for protection
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about B+W 52mm Ultraviolet (UV) Filter:
piece of mind protection against accidental lens damage
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Filter Protection
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about B+W 52mm Ultraviolet (UV) Filter:
After reading many reviews about B+W filters, I decided to buy this UV Haze for my Nikon 18-55mm lens. The quality of this filter is amazing and the glass is so clear you almost can't tell it's there! The gold lettering on the filter gives it a nice, professional look. Fits perfectly with no binding of threads. This was my first purchase from B&H. [...] I Will definitely order from them again!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about B+W 52mm Ultraviolet (UV) Filter:
Great quality, couldn't be happier.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about B+W 52mm Ultraviolet (UV) Filter:
Well constructed filter with great optics. No noticeable ghosting.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
Cons
Best Uses
- Filter Protection
Comments about B+W 52mm Ultraviolet (UV) Filter:
Very happy with this lens, another quality product from B+W and about the only company that I'd trust to put in front on my lenses.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about B+W 52mm Ultraviolet (UV) Filter:
Loved the heavy weight and solid feel of this filter; works great on D3100 18-55mm kit lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about B+W 52mm Ultraviolet (UV) Filter:
Great protection for your lenses. Don't leave home without it!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about B+W 52mm Ultraviolet (UV) Filter:
Clearly the best filter out there. Bought it for my new D3100 and so far everything i expected.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Small effect on image
Best Uses
- Filter Protection
- Lens Protection
Comments about B+W 52mm Ultraviolet (UV) Filter:
This product comes very nicely packaged in it's own case. Immidiately after unpackaging it I was taken back by the clarity and strength of this filter. If put up to my eye I wasn't able to tell anything was even there.
The filter screwed on easily without much fuss and that was that. The photos so far have come out great, I've never noticed much of a difference with any UV filter though, I mainly use them to keep my lens of getting scratched up.
True story, my backpack strap broke one day careening my camera downward lens first, upon further inspection all I saw was shattered glass and my heart stopped. I soon found out though that all that had broken was the filter, I'm sure that it withstood most of the shock from the fall. My front lens element was scratch free and healthy.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Strong Construction
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Filter Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about B+W 52mm Ultraviolet (UV) Filter:
Good filter.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about B+W 52mm Ultraviolet (UV) Filter:
I bought this for my 50mm f/1.8 and it's exactly what I wanted to protect the glass of the lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about B+W 52mm Ultraviolet (UV) Filter:
Excellent B+W quality as usual. It is being used on a Nikon 18-55 DX VR lens mainly for lens protection, digital cameras really don't have a need for UV. Filter feels solid and threads attach smoothly and firmly to the lens. Zero discoloration of the image. Easy to clean. I've owned other B+W filters and every one of them perform superbly.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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- 10-Year Warranty
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