Tiffen 52mm Skylight 1-A Glass Filter
Due to its light pink color, the Tiffen 52mm Skylight (1A) Glass Filter reduces the bluish cast of daylight and produces a pleasing, warmer picture tone. Wise initial investments, they help protect your lens from dust, moisture and scratches, which can lead to costly repairs.
- If desired they can be left on at all times for protection
- Skylight 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
- Also used to reduce the bluish cast common with some electronic flash units
| Type | Skylight |
| Size | 52mm wide x 3mm thick |
| Grade | 1-A |
| Filter Factor | 1.1 (Approximately) |
| Multi-Coated | Not Applicable |
| Rotating | No |
| Effect | Produces more pleasing skin tones in daylight; warmer than a UV filter |
| Application | Nature, Travel and Outdoor photography |
| Color Temperature | Slightly warmer than a clear UV |
| Construction | Glass |
| Front Filter Thread Size | 52mm |
| Front Lens Cap Size | 52mm |
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by PowerReviews(based on 15 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Clear optics (12)
- Firm mount (11)
- Strong construction (11)
- Easy to use (10)
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens protection (13)
- UV protection (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (11)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (9)
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Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Color Correction
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 52mm Skylight 1-A Glass Filter:
Great pictures! What else do you want?
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 52mm Skylight 1-A Glass Filter:
Love Tiffen filters. Real optical glass, 10 year warranty, tough to boot. Head and shoulders above other brands.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 52mm Skylight 1-A Glass Filter:
Tiffen is, in my opinion, the best value for the money. Good clear optics, actual glass instead of plastic, and a construction method that makes sense. Don't forget the 10 year warranty.
B&H customer service is also the best going.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 52mm Skylight 1-A Glass Filter:
Everyone has a bad day, and Tiffen is no different. I ordered this filter and it came in with a line in it as though the filter material between the glass were creased. I dropped B&H a note to ask what I needed to do, and they shot me out a new one no questions asked! Didn't even have to hassle with sending the old one back! I'm sticking with Tiffen and B&H!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 52mm Skylight 1-A Glass Filter:
I recently had to replace my UV filter on my digital camera. Going for the cheapest one, I found this filter. While examining it, it feels like it is actually better than the old one. I have not found anything wrong with this company or their filters.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 52mm Skylight 1-A Glass Filter:
I am very uncomfortable not having this on a new lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Color Correction
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 52mm Skylight 1-A Glass Filter:
This really softened up some of the bright pictures of snow and snowfall that I've been taking over the past week. Solid as all Tiffen stuff always is.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 52mm Skylight 1-A Glass Filter:
Yes this is for protecting my lens, but also does double duty as a filter. It was simple to install, and inexpensive.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 52mm Skylight 1-A Glass Filter:
buy one of these filters. very little color shift, very little light lost. protects my Nikkor 35mm prime, couldn't be happier. will most likely buy a few just as replacements. [...] they rock for the purpose that i bought them for, protecting my lens
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 52mm Skylight 1-A Glass Filter:
I mainly use this filter as a protective layer for my lens, but I decided to get something different from the standard UV glass filter. Seems to work well, although with post processing using software, most filter effects are no longer needed.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 52mm Skylight 1-A Glass Filter:
A great deal on a Tiffen skylight. This filter has a metal barrel, provides protection for your lens at a great price.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Tiffen 52mm Skylight 1-A Glass Filter:
great filter for lens protection and can't beat the price!
Pros
- Clear Optics
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 52mm Skylight 1-A Glass Filter:
Typical good quality from Tiffen.
Pros
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Tiffen 52mm Skylight 1-A Glass Filter:
Bought mainly to protect my lens and it doesn't affect image quality noticeably.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Filter Protection
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 52mm Skylight 1-A Glass Filter:
I always manage to smudge (or yikes, scratch!) my lenses... I use this as a simple lens protector.
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Filter pouch
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- Original: $9.95
- Save: $0.99
- Price: $8.96
- GBP 5.72
Care & Cleaning
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- Original: $4.99
- Save: $0.50
- Price: $4.49
- GBP 2.87
Caps & Wrenches
- Price: $10.95
- GBP 6.99
What's in the Box
- Ten-Year Warranty
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