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Nikon 77mm Circular Polarizer II Filter

  • Price: $137.95
  • GBP 88.08
  • B&H # NICP77
  • Mfr# 2260

Product Highlights

  • Multi-Coated
  • Slimmer Design Than Original Design
  • Front/Rear Threads Same Size
  • Makes a Blue Sky Bluer
  • Enhances Cloud Formations
  • Eliminates Reflections in Glass, Water
  • Rotating Front Ring
  • Black Filter Ring

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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)

This version of the filter is now slimmer than the original version that had a larger front thread. Presently, both front and rear threads are the same size
The glass is now multi-coated minimizing flare and glare on the sensor or film plane
Effective with cameras that use beam splitters in the path of the TTL light meter and with AF cameras
This filter eliminates ultraviolet rays from outdoor shots as well as polarizing the light to remove reflections, and increase color saturation, without affecting the overall color balance
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

REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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Nikon 77mm Circular Polarizer Filter II
 
4.8

(based on 117 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (97)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (20)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (0)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Clear optics (96)
  • Consistent effect (84)
  • Strong construction (79)
  • Easily mounted (78)
  • Firm mount (72)

Cons

  • Cross-threads easily (6)

Best Uses

  • Color correction (51)
  • Image manipulation (37)
  • Lens protection (28)
  • Artwork (12)
  • UV protection (12)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Photo enthusiast (58), Semi-pro photographer (31), Enthusiast (15), Professional (7), Pro photographer (3)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (41)

REVIEWS

Reviewed by 117 customers

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4.0

must have for landscapes

By cwferrara

from shelton WA

About Me Semi-pro Photographer

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Clear Optics
  • Consistent Effect

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Image Manipulation

    Comments about Nikon 77mm Circular Polarizer Filter II:

    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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    5.0

    Great Polarizer

    By NG

    from Vancouver/BC

    About Me Photo Enthusiast

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Clear Optics
    • Consistent Effect
    • Easily Mounted
    • Firm Mount
    • Strong Construction

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Landscape and Scenery

      Comments about Nikon 77mm Circular Polarizer Filter II:

      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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      5.0

      Nice product by nikon

      By Cygnus_X

      from Montreal

      About Me Semi-pro Photographer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Clear Optics
      • Consistent Effect
      • Easily Mounted
      • Firm Mount
      • Strong Construction

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Artwork
        • Image Manipulation

        Comments about Nikon 77mm Circular Polarizer Filter II:

        - clear optic
        - strong construction
        - Easily Mounted

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        5.0

        Can't go wrong with this.

        By Boltz

        from Los Angeles

        About Me Photo Enthusiast

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Clear Optics
        • Consistent Effect
        • Easily Mounted
        • Strong Construction

        Cons

        • Cross-Threads Easily
        • Doesn't Fasten Well

        Best Uses

          Comments about Nikon 77mm Circular Polarizer Filter II:

          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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          5.0

          Excellent product and the price

          By Jack

          from Ottawa, Ontario Canada

          About Me Photo Enthusiast

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Clear Optics
          • Easily Mounted
          • Firm Mount

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Color Correction
            • Lens Protection

            Comments about Nikon 77mm Circular Polarizer Filter II:

            [...] Product is in great condition. I appreciate people working at B&H and will come back again and again.

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            5.0

            Nature Photography Essential

            By Tim the Nature Photographer

            from Davis, CA

            About Me Semi-pro Photographer

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Clear Optics

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Color Saturation
              • Glare reduction

              Comments about Nikon 77mm Circular Polarizer Filter II:

              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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              5.0

              I got tried of my B+W cap falling off

              By Chasing Light

              from Georgetown, Tx

              About Me Semi-pro Photographer

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Clear Optics
              • Easily Mounted
              • Firm Mount
              • Strong Construction

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Landscape and water shots
                • Lens Protection
                • UV Protection

                Comments about Nikon 77mm Circular Polarizer Filter II:

                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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                4.0

                the right stuff

                By artman

                from Western Maine

                About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Clear Optics
                • Consistent Effect
                • Easily Mounted
                • Firm Mount
                • Strong Construction

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Cuts reflections
                  • Enhances skies

                  Comments about Nikon 77mm Circular Polarizer Filter II:

                  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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                  5.0

                  Nikon Glass is First Class

                  By Phil

                  from Spokane Valley WA

                  About Me Photo Enthusiast

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Clear Optics
                  • Consistent Effect
                  • Easily Mounted
                  • Strong Construction

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Image Manipulation
                    • Lens Protection

                    Comments about Nikon 77mm Circular Polarizer Filter II:

                    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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                    5.0

                    I would buy this product again and again

                    By T. Vo

                    from Philadelphia, PA

                    About Me Photo Enthusiast

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Clear Optics
                    • Consistent Effect
                    • Easily Mounted
                    • Firm Mount
                    • Strong Construction

                    Cons

                    • None

                    Best Uses

                    • Artwork
                    • Color Correction
                    • Lens Protection

                    Comments about Nikon 77mm Circular Polarizer Filter II:

                    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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                    5.0

                    Thin & Easy

                    By Patch

                    from Point Roberts, WA

                    About Me Photo Enthusiast

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Clear Optics
                    • Consistent Effect
                    • Easily Mounted

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Color Correction
                      • Image Manipulation

                      Comments about Nikon 77mm Circular Polarizer Filter II:

                      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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                      5.0

                      Predictable Nikon Quality

                      By Ion_flux

                      from Santa Barbara, CA

                      About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Clear Optics
                      • Firm Mount

                      Cons

                      • Very difficult to unscrew

                      Best Uses

                      • Color Correction

                      Comments about Nikon 77mm Circular Polarizer Filter II:

                      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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                      4.0

                      Wish I had this a long time ago

                      By JP

                      from Lexington, KY

                      About Me Pro Photographer

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Clear Optics
                      • Consistent Effect

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Artwork
                        • Color Correction

                        Comments about Nikon 77mm Circular Polarizer Filter II:

                        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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                        5.0

                        Polorized

                        By AJ Photography

                        from Frederick, MD

                        About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

                        • Clear Optics
                        • Consistent Effect
                        • Easily Mounted
                        • Firm Mount
                        • Strong Construction

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                            Comments about Nikon 77mm Circular Polarizer Filter II:

                            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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                            5.0

                            Love this Filter

                            By Golf Gal

                            from Lexington, Ky.

                            About Me Photo Enthusiast

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                            • Clear Optics
                            • Consistent Effect
                            • Easily Mounted
                            • Firm Mount
                            • Strong Construction

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                              • Color Correction
                              • UV Protection

                              Comments about Nikon 77mm Circular Polarizer Filter II:

                              This is the best Polarizer Filter I have owned. Works smooth, lens cap still fits, and the amount of Polarization is perfect. Love for landscape photography.

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                              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                               
                              5.0

                              Nikon top quality as always

                              By Catvet

                              from Washougal, WA

                              About Me Photo Enthusiast

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Clear Optics
                              • Consistent Effect
                              • Strong Construction

                              Cons

                              • Doesn't Fasten Well

                              Best Uses

                              • Lens Protection
                              • UV Protection

                              Comments about Nikon 77mm Circular Polarizer Filter II:

                              If I had not inadvertantly scratched my Nikon polerizer on my last trip to Africa I would not have to buy a new one! The polarizer by Nikon is the ONLY one I would consider for my Nikon 80-400 zoom lens because of its high quality and slim design. The reason it got scratched, though, is that the slim design also allows it to be unscrewed easily while adjusting the polarizing effect and it fell off.

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                              5.0

                              Works Well

                              By carl

                              from washington, dc

                              About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Clear Optics
                              • Consistent Effect
                              • Easily Mounted
                              • Firm Mount
                              • Strong Construction

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                  Comments about Nikon 77mm Circular Polarizer Filter II:

                                  Well, if you're using a digital camera and your image has metallic surfaces or water or any other objects that will produced a polarized reflection then this what you need. I also find it useful if I need a stop or two less in bright light.

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                                  5.0

                                  Great Filter (even on 16-35 at 16mm)

                                  By Corwyn

                                  from Toronto, Ontario Canada

                                  About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Pros

                                  • Clear Optics
                                  • Consistent Effect
                                  • Easily Mounted
                                  • Firm Mount
                                  • Strong Construction

                                  Cons

                                    Best Uses

                                    • Color Correction
                                    • Image Manipulation

                                    Comments about Nikon 77mm Circular Polarizer Filter II:

                                    I would normally buy a B+W filter but was a little low on cash and needed it quick. Went with the Nikon and am very impressed. I am seriously asking myself why I normally paid so much more for the B+W when this is just as good. Optics and build are excellent. Even on my 16-35 this thing works great. Nikon has never let me down.

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                                    5.0

                                    Good addition to my lens

                                    By Steve

                                    from Moon, PA

                                    About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                    Verified Buyer

                                    Pros

                                    • Clear Optics
                                    • Consistent Effect
                                    • Easily Mounted
                                    • Firm Mount
                                    • Strong Construction

                                    Cons

                                      Best Uses

                                      • Color Correction

                                      Comments about Nikon 77mm Circular Polarizer Filter II:

                                      Good addition to my 80-200 lens, makes the colors pop.

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                                      4.0

                                      Best for the money.

                                      By DJ

                                      from Atlanta, GA

                                      About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                      Verified Buyer

                                      Pros

                                      • Easily Mounted
                                      • Strong Construction

                                      Cons

                                        Best Uses

                                        • Color Correction

                                        Comments about Nikon 77mm Circular Polarizer Filter II:

                                        I brought this for a Sigma 10-20 and the slim construction and internal thread make it an excellent choice for this and any other similar lens. It's important to note whether a filter has an internal thread since without it your lens cap cannot grip. The construction is a solid as you would expect from Nikon and although not the cheapest, offers the features that you need from a quality manufacturer.

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