Hoya 72mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Multicoated Filter
The Hoya 72mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Filter is a wise initial investment. It helps protect your valuable investment from dust, moisture and scratches, which can lead to costly repairs. The "C" on the filter ring designates Hoya's thinner design for this filter. This filter has its UV properties in the multi-coating.The result is an average light transmission of over 97% giving sharp contrast and well balanced color. Hoya HMC filters are recommended for enhancing the performance of today's multicoated digital lenses.
Multicoated to minimize reflection at the filter surfaces which reduces flare and ghosting.
- Good choice for digital photography
- If desired it can be left on the lens at all times for protection
- Haze 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
- Ultraviolet filters allow you to correct for the UV effect to varying degrees
| Type | UV (C) (ultraviolet) |
| Size | 72mm |
| Thickness | 4mm frame and glass 2.5mm thick |
| Grade | Not Applicable |
| Filter Factor | Not Applicable |
| Multi-Coated | Yes |
| 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 | No change |
| Construction | Glass |
| Front Filter Thread Size | 72mm |
| Front Lens Cap Size | 72mm |
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by PowerReviews(based on 250 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
99%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (172)
- Clear optics (159)
- Firm mount (140)
- Strong construction (122)
- Improves picture quality (30)
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens protection (162)
- UV protection (133)
- Filter protection (53)
- Shooting outdoors (31)
- Color correction (16)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (86), Semi-pro photographer (30), Casual photographer (28), Pro photographer (21), Tech savvy (16)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (137), Yes (3)
Most Liked Positive Review
This is a necessity!!!
When spending up to $800 on a single lens, without a filter, you risk scratching the lens or even cracking if it is dropped. repairing it would cost you hundreds since the most expensive...Read complete review
When spending up to $800 on a single lens, without a filter, you risk scratching the lens or even cracking if it is dropped. repairing it would cost you hundreds since the most expensive part of the lens is the glass. This filter was in the same B&H.com shopping cart as the 15-85 lens and the lens hood. All three arrived in the same box. The filter should be applied as soon as you get the lens. No ifs, end, or buts! In addition to protecting your lens, it also blocks UV light. What more can you ask for? Hoya has been around for a while and has a good reputation on the photography community. This is one of their more affordable filters.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Simple protection
When investing in a new expensive lens, I thought this was a great way to protect it. Although I haven't dropped the camera yet (thank goodness) I feel somewhat covered using this filter....Read complete review
When investing in a new expensive lens, I thought this was a great way to protect it. Although I haven't dropped the camera yet (thank goodness) I feel somewhat covered using this filter. I haven't really noticed any big difference with my photos while using this lens, but it certainly isn't hurting image quality.
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Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 72mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Multicoated Filter:
this is a great deal and works fantastic
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 72mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Multicoated Filter:
I have always used Hoya UV filters on all my lenses. They are great for protecting your expensive glass and their quality is excellent.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
- Upgrade
Comments about Hoya 72mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Multicoated Filter:
Hoya HMC UV (C) win against B+W, Marumi or Heliopan.
This filter cuts out the UV radiation the best and has a large visible light transmission (although that 3% value could be a bit less).
The very good balance between price and quality easily convinces us to buy it.
Very good Cost-to-Benefit.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Hoya 72mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Multicoated Filter:
The first thing I did when I received my Canon 15-85 lens was put this filter on it. I can't imagine not having a good quality filter on my lens, Hoya has. always been a good filter for me
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Hoya 72mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Multicoated Filter:
Excellent Lens protector even tho it is a UV - UV has no effect on Digitals
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
- Interfaces Well With Camcorder
Cons
Best Uses
- Panoramic Filming
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Hoya 72mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Multicoated Filter:
When spending up to $800 on a single lens, without a filter, you risk scratching the lens or even cracking if it is dropped. repairing it would cost you hundreds since the most expensive part of the lens is the glass. This filter was in the same B&H.com shopping cart as the 15-85 lens and the lens hood. All three arrived in the same box. The filter should be applied as soon as you get the lens. No ifs, end, or buts! In addition to protecting your lens, it also blocks UV light. What more can you ask for? Hoya has been around for a while and has a good reputation on the photography community. This is one of their more affordable filters.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- Canon 15-85 USM
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Hoya 72mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Multicoated Filter:
Protect your lens with a UV filter. Works like a charm.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
- Interfaces Well With Camcorder
Cons
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
- Panoramic Filming
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
- Upgrade
Comments about Hoya 72mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Multicoated Filter:
Awesome! Protects my new lens very well. Filter has been on my lens ever since I bought it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 72mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Multicoated Filter:
Good Filter!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Hoya 72mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Multicoated Filter:
I haven't noticed a difference in picture quality while using this filter to protect my lens from sea spray.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Protects lens
Cons
- No Increase In Performance
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Hoya 72mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Multicoated Filter:
Little influence on outdoor still images one way or the other--but it protects the front of the lens from dust, sand, salt spray, and other junk you don't want on your lens or gumming up your picture. Less needed indoors and less desirable in artificial light.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Comments about Hoya 72mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Multicoated Filter:
Works like a charm!!
Pros
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 72mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Multicoated Filter:
These filters are a great insurance policy. They protect the front element of your lense. If something hits the lense it can be extremely costly, if it hits the filter it is only a fraction of the cost to be replaced.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 72mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Multicoated Filter:
I mostly only purchase a UV filter as an extra layer of protection for my very expensive lens glass, and for this purpose it certainly does the job for very little cost.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 72mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Multicoated Filter:
I bought this for my Canon 35L and it was put on instantly. I wanted to protect my lens and still get superior optics. Hoya is a GREAT choice in filters. They are made well and the quality is amazing.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Cost Effective
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Protection
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Hoya 72mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Multicoated Filter:
I bought two of these for two lenses before going on cruise vacation. Mainly for protection against debris such as salt water deposits. Does as intended for a basic UV filter, which I feel produced a better overall image in bright sunlight conditions. Would buy again.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
- Panoramic Filming
- Shooting Outdoors
- Upgrade
Comments about Hoya 72mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Multicoated Filter:
Superb quality!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
Comments about Hoya 72mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Multicoated Filter:
This filter does what I want it to do: protect the lens and stay out of the way.
Not much more to say except the usual gripe about how expensive filters are.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
Comments about Hoya 72mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Multicoated Filter:
Hoya manufactured pretty good lens protecter.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
- Interfaces Well With Camcorder
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens protection
- Panoramic Filming
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Hoya 72mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Multicoated Filter:
Primarily used as a lens protector, but it reduces bluish cast to distant scenes and scenic shots too.
The filter is well made and threads on smoothly.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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