Tiffen 72mm UV Protector Filter
The 72mm UV Protector Filter from Tiffen is a wise initial investment. It can help protect your valuable investment from dust, moisture and scratches, which can lead to costly repairs. A UV filter not only minimizes the bluish cast sometimes found under daylight conditions, but is also the best available protection against accidental damage to the front element of your lens.
A UV filter is the best available protection for the front element of your lens. A lens that accidentally gets dropped on its front element while hiking can potentially be saved by purchasing this item. Some people refer to them as "cheap insurance".
Aside from that more-than-significant benefit, UV filters cut through some of the haze in the atmosphere rendering your photos clearer, sharper and more contrasty. For those who enjoy outdoor photography, especially distant vistas, a UV filter can produce a more distinct image by removing much of the blue tint normally associated with atmospheric haze.
A UV Protector is probably the most popular UV filter people use. As a lens protector, it should be left on at all times to guard against front element damage but also adds the benefit of rendering your images clearer.
Tiffen's ColorCore glass is produced through a process that entails permanently laminating the filter material in between two pieces of optical glass that are ground flat to tolerances of a ten-thousandth of an inch, then mounting them in precision aluminum rings.
- Eliminates some of the Ultraviolet (UV) light which can register on film and videotape as a bluish cast that can obscure distant details
- If desired, it can be left on the lens at all times for protection
- Especially valuable as a general lens protector
- Guards against fingerprints and scratches to the front element of your lens
- Tiffen's ColorCore glass is sealed between two optical glass sheets. In this way, Tiffen can better control the various densities of their filters and thereby create more exact degrees of filtration. This process makes for greater accuracy of color as opposed to glass that is simply dyed and become subject to deviation during the dye process
- Tiffen, a leader in the filter industry, proudly makes its filters in the USA and backs up its products with a solid 10-year warranty
| Type | UV Protector |
| Size |
72mm 5mm thick |
| Grade | Not Applicable |
| Filter Factor | Not Applicable |
| Multi-Coated | Not Applicable |
| 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 | ColorCore Glass |
| Front Filter Thread Size | 72mm |
| Front Lens Cap Size | 72mm |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 160 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
97%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Clear optics (127)
- Easy to use (118)
- Firm mount (115)
- Strong construction (96)
- Consistent effect (8)
Cons
- Inconsistent effect (3)
Best Uses
- Lens protection (135)
- UV protection (94)
- Filter protection (35)
- Color correction (9)
- Image manipulation (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (52), Semi-pro photographer (48), Pro photographer (27), Casual photographer (17), Enthusiast (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (71), Yes (5)
Most Liked Positive Review
Quality Insurance
I use this filter on my Canon XH A1s. I've had it a couple of weeks and it works well.
This is a great way to protect your investment as it screws o...Read complete review
I use this filter on my Canon XH A1s. I've had it a couple of weeks and it works well.
This is a great way to protect your investment as it screws on IN FRONT of the cameras lens. The lens cap then fits over the filter.
It is sturdy and screws in nicely. It has not come loose or fallen off. It is also from a reliable brand and is one of the least expensive filters you can buy.
The only con I can see is that it is not designed for broadcast or high end HD productions. So, if you have very high end broadcast or cinema quality lenses purchase an HD high end (read more expensive) uv filter. However for SD, HDV, or Prosumer level HD, this is a great piece of equipment.
UV filters are a must!
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Not Bad!
Bought these for my Canon EOS 50D about a month ago. Never having used Tiffen before I took a chance on a recommendation. I had some glare/reflection issues with some photos I took ...Read complete review
Bought these for my Canon EOS 50D about a month ago. Never having used Tiffen before I took a chance on a recommendation. I had some glare/reflection issues with some photos I took with this filter on. Other than that it basically does the job on protecting you lens. I'll definitely spend a little more and get a better tiffen filter on my next purchase.
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Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
Cons
Best Uses
- Filter Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm UV Protector Filter:
It does the Job
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Filter Protection
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm UV Protector Filter:
Once I have installed in my Autofocus lens I use it all the time. Protect very well my lens. It produce great pictures.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Color Correction
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm UV Protector Filter:
Good to protect my lens and also obtain colorful pictures
- 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 72mm UV Protector Filter:
I use it for my 18-200mm. It fits perfectly.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Tiffen 72mm UV Protector Filter:
great protection everywhere
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm UV Protector Filter:
This filter protects my rather expensive lens from dust and scratches. It is a great insurance policy. I highly recommend.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm UV Protector Filter:
It's basically protection for your lens. Doesn't distort the image from what I've seen, and not too expensive. Better than the ultra-cheap knockoffs, that's for sure.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm UV Protector Filter:
should have gone B+W
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm UV Protector Filter:
Great for lens protection
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Filter Protection
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm UV Protector Filter:
gives peace of mind knowing my equipment to protected
- 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 72mm UV Protector Filter:
Its always said you get what you pay for, im sure there are a 1000 reasons to buy a $200 filter .. I dont buy into that stuff for what i do im not gonna notice $150 difference in my photos. Its great quality, well built, Does what it is supposed to, and the peace of mind having the protection there is worth the money alone. Tiffen really made me a believer with this. Im using a d7000 with Tamron 17-270 and the picture quality was not effected at all. Great Job Tiffen, i will be outfitting the rest of my lens with Tiffen products.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm UV Protector Filter:
Reasonably priced and effective product
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm UV Protector Filter:
Protecion and quality
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm UV Protector Filter:
Great basic filter. Good value.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Filter Protection
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm UV Protector Filter:
Good Filter
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm UV Protector Filter:
does everything its supposed to
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 72mm UV Protector Filter:
Protect your camera!
- 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 72mm UV Protector Filter:
A decent UV filter to protect my 18-200 nikon lens. Well built and extremely protect my lens from dust, prints etc
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Tiffen 72mm UV Protector Filter:
received this filter was surised how dusty it was not in a sealed case. after 15 of trying to clean it i realized the 100 or more specs were in the glass
- 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 72mm UV Protector Filter:
Works well, and keeps the lens clean.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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