The 77mm Circular Polarizer II Filter from Nikon is an upgraded version of the original Nikon Circular Polarizer. This filter is now slimmer in design leaving the front and rear threads the same size as opposed to the original version that featured a larger front thread. The filter is now multi-coated which is a benefit in that it minimizes any flare and glare that reaches the sensor or film plane of your camera. This means more saturation and clearer images that are more crisp and contrasty.
The front ring rotates with the polarization visible in the viewfinder or on your LCD screen. When shooting on a bright day, this means you can control the "blueness" of the sky as well as having control of how distinct you want the cloud formations. For the outdoor shooter, this filter is a must since it is the only way to make a blue sky bluer. In addition, when shooting into water or glass, you can minimize or eliminate the reflections often associated with landscape or scenic photography. Therefore, if you're shooting a store window or inside a museum into a showcase, glass obstructions will no longer be a problem. A polarizer tends to have its maximum effect when used at right angle to the sun. A polarizing filter, along with a UV filter should be a part of everyone's gear.
Note! Circular polarizers are specifically designed for use with auto-focus SLR cameras (They will also work on manual systems without problems)
| Type | Circular Polarizing II Filter |
| Size | 77mm |
| Grade | Not Applicable |
| Filter Factor | Between 2.3 and 2.8 (approx. +1.3 stops) |
| Multi-Coated | Yes |
| Rotating | Yes |
| Effect | Removes reflections and increases color saturation without affecting the overall color balance |
| Application | Nature, travel, outdoor photography |
| Color Temperature | Not Applicable |
| Construction | Glass |
| Front Filter Thread Size | 77mm |
| Front Lens Cap Size | 77mm |
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Nice construction and good quality filter.
A little hard to operate with glove because of the slim desing.
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Swapped from a B+W slim polarizer to the Nikon version mainly because the Nikon has front threads (meaning I can still use the lens cap without taking the polarizer off). Nikon quality is definitely up there with B+W filters.
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I bought this because: 1-It's made by Nikon and is an excellent polarizer. 2- It's "THIN" and doesn't cause vinyetting with wide angle lenses. 3- Unlike other brands of "thin" polarizers, THE LENS CAP WILL FIT AND STAY ON!
It works great on my Nikon 12mm-24mm, 2.8 and my Nkon 24mm-70mm, 2.8 lenses, both of which are 77mm filter thread size
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Invaluable filter for landscape use. Solid, high quality. Not cheap but more affordable than comparable high end brands. Thin enough for use on wideangle lenses but still has threads in front for lens cap.
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My old filter kept vignetting significantly on my Nikon 28-300 lens at the wide end. With this slim design, the problem has been cut down about 75%, which helps significantly in cloning out the dark corners. The filter is coated. Not sure if it's multi-coating, but it appears very high quality and should reduce flare (not actually tested this). The front of the filter still has threads so I can mount a second graduated filter (I prefer not to hand-hold those). Most other slim polarizers don't have that feature. The filter threads very easily on my lens and also rotates smoothly, even in cold temperature. It may be expensive, but I have no regrets and it should last a lifetime if handled nicely.
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This Circular Polarizer really adds some nice contrast to images.
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I use this CP on a Nikon 16-85mm lens with a DX body (D7000). The lens is a 67mm mount, I am using a B+H step up ring to 77mm. I notice some slight vignetting around the edges when I use this lens at 16mm. Once I go to 18-85, I believe the vignetting disappears.
I think the vignetting is due to the combination of the step up ring and shooting as wide as I can at 16mm.
Besides the slight vignetting, I do find the quality of this CP to be very good. It's light weight and very thin, it also adds much needed contrast to shots with the sky.
Excellent product. A little pricey, but I figured I'd go do long term quality than pay for a cheapie and have to buy again.
Removing smudges is really easy.
Twisting action is smooth.
Accepts a Lens CAP! maybe these extra threads are what cause my vignetting .....
Bah, it's a good filter.
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the only reason it doesn't get 5 stars is there is no mark on the ring to use as a reference. you have to look through the lense to make adjustments.
does it's job on sky and water shots. i use it outdoors all the time.
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I use this filter shooting landscape and nature with my 70-200 and my 12-24mm lens.
Works very well, it is made by nikon and has a filter thread on front of filter for attaching Lens caps and hood
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- clear optic
- strong construction
- Easily Mounted
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It does what it suppose to do and does it well.
the cap fits well. the ring is smooth. solid construction. the optic is top notch. one problem that i found was when you stack this filter on top of some thing else it will not secure properly. i have the Nikon NC and you will need to screw it very tight. other than that this CPL rocks.
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[...] Product is in great condition. I appreciate people working at B&H and will come back again and again.
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Every serious nature photographer should really have a polarizer in his or her kit. This one by Nikon is very high quality and very slim. Even when used with my 12-24mm ultra wide angle lens (on a D300), vignetting is not an issue. Some people recommend against using polarizers with UWA lenses because the sky may become unevenly darkened. However, that's something that's not usually too hard to correct in post processing. What IS hard (or impossible) to fix in post processing are harsh glares on foliage or reflections on water. I have found high quality circular polarizers like this one to be indispensible for such situations. You will of course lose some light, so don't use it when you don't need it, and be prepared to use a tripod (which you should be doing anyway) when you do need it.
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Nice to have my Canon lens cap fit again. I have a 10-22mm lens that needs a slim polarizer. This seems to do the trick. Great optics. Quality construction.
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The polarizing filter is a staple in my camera bag. I often use it along with neutral density filters to capture the many scenic waterways here in Northern New England. It also does a great job of punching out clouds. I like it especially because of the thin design and the front threads.
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This circular polarizer is outstanding. Excellent clarity. Easy to use. Darkens skies or takes shine off bright waters. Highly recommend this professional filter.
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The Nikon Circular Polarizer filter II is a great product. It does best what it is supposed to do: it makes the blue sky bluer and intensify other colors.
The ring is super thin. The build quality is excellent, and fully justifies the price!
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I like the thinness of this filter and its ease of use even with the lens hood on. It does a good job of correcting polarization.
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It came down to this filter and the B+W. The B+W was significantly cheaper with nearly the same specs - MRC, slim, ect... My choice came down to external threads on the Nikon and trusted Nikon optics. I've had several other filters, most of which have a goofy slip on cover which is virtually worthless. The typical Nikon lens cover fits snug and secure - no worries of loosing it slung over the shoulder.
This is my first 77mm slim filter. It is extremely hard to remove for people with big fingers. Nearly impossible to get off without scotch tape to give friction on mm thin brass ring.
Very happy with the sharpness, contrast and plastic carrying case.
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This filter renders color very nicely. I fought getting any kind of filter for a long time, and I still wouldn't use this all the time, but for certain types of shots this filter does an amazing job.
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Used this to photography osprey worked great but make sure you spin it the right way or you will pull it off your lense.
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