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Hoya 52mm Red #25A (HMC) Multi-Coated Glass Filter for Black & White Film
This Hoya Red #25A filter is ideal for strong contrast improvement since it absorbs green and blue completely and enhances red. In addition to contrast control, red filters enhance skin tones, tonal corrections and are effective for more dramatic landscapes.
Multicoated to minimize reflection at the filter surfaces which reduces flare and ghosting.
- Clouds are dramatically improved almost to the mood of a thunderstorm; Darkens blue sky creating dramatic contrast between sky and clouds
- It is more effective in cutting through haze, and moonlight effects are easily accomplished; Creates greater contrast between foliage and flowers
- It is also suited for infrared photography
| Type | Red |
| Size | 52 mm |
| Grade | 25A |
| Filter Factor | 3 (+2 stops) |
| Multi-Coated | Yes, Hoya Multicoated |
| Rotating | No |
| Effect | Absorbs green and blue completely and enhances red |
| Application | Create dramatic sky effects, emphasizing cloud contrast for landscapes; Simulate a moonlit scene at midday with slight underexposure; Use with infrared film to yield extreme contrast with skies, turn foliage white and cut through fog and haze |
| Color Temperature | Not specified |
| Construction | Glass |
| Front Filter Thread Size | 52 mm |
| Front Lens Cap Size | 52 mm |
| Warranty | One-Year |
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Pros
- Clear optics (3)
- Firm mount (3)
- Strong construction (3)
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Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Color Correction
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hoya 52mm Red #25A (HMC) Multi-Coated Glass Filter for Black & White Film:
Red filter makes for dark skies in B&W, greatly enhancing the drama and contrast of puffy white clouds. The problem is the red filter costs 2+ f-stops in aperture or shutter speed.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Sky Cloud w BW film
Comments about Hoya 52mm Red #25A (HMC) Multi-Coated Glass Filter for Black & White Film:
I shoot large format B&W exclusively and use this on my Nikkor-M 300mm. Good filter for more extreme sky & cloud intensification. High optical quality at a reasonable price. Can't think of any shortcomings. I like Hoya and use their filter products on all of my lenses.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Consistent Effect
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Blue skies
- Bw film
- Lens Protection
Comments about Hoya 52mm Red #25A (HMC) Multi-Coated Glass Filter for Black & White Film:
Great filter for B&W film
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Filter pouch
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