General Brand 55mm UV Protector Filter
The 55mm 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 |
55mm 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 | 55mm |
| Front Lens Cap Size | 55mm |
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by PowerReviews(based on 38 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Clear optics (27)
- Strong construction (27)
- Firm mount (26)
- Easy to use (25)
- Consistent effect (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens protection (30)
- UV protection (24)
- Filter protection (9)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (15), Semi-pro photographer (9), Casual photographer (4), Enthusiast (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (18)
Most Liked Positive Review
Great UV Filter
Amazing filter for the price, not the best UV filter out there, but for my skill level i couldnt notice any difference from images between with filter and without filter.
I use it m...Read complete review
Amazing filter for the price, not the best UV filter out there, but for my skill level i couldnt notice any difference from images between with filter and without filter.
I use it mainly for protection, since i dont go to high altitudes to properly test this.
Overall, nice price for such quality, because cheap filters can ruin your images.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Good protection, decent price
The classic protection filter - cuts the haze, protects the lens. I put this kind of filter on every lens I own. The Tiffen filters seem a little wobbly when I go to clean...Read complete review
The classic protection filter - cuts the haze, protects the lens. I put this kind of filter on every lens I own. The Tiffen filters seem a little wobbly when I go to clean them, but they are just fine on the lens. Good buy.
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Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 55mm UV Protector Filter:
I bought this filter primarily to protect my lens. It came at a great price for such a simple purpose. I live near the beach though, and found that my photographs have a wider range of color when shooting in such a blue setting. I would recommend this filter. Note - I am a photo hobbyist, not professional.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 55mm UV Protector Filter:
use to protect lens
- 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 55mm UV Protector Filter:
This UV Protector Filter is amazing. It isn't any cheap plastic filter. This is made out of a durable metal ring with quality glass.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Filter Protection
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 55mm UV Protector Filter:
I wanted an inexpensive lens for basic protection. This UV filter does the job. It threads easily. Inexpensive filters often have threading problems and don't last. The Tiffen filter was eay to place and sits tight.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 55mm UV Protector Filter:
I've had no issues with this filter. It was a good price and did what I needed it to do.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 55mm UV Protector Filter:
Use it on my grandpa's Canon FD lenses.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 55mm UV Protector Filter:
I am using the UV Protector Filter to insure my lens is not damaged. The Tiffen UV Protector is cost effective, screwed on easily, and is doing exactly what it was designed to do.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Inconsistent Effect
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 55mm UV Protector Filter:
This product works as advertised. It will protect your lens from potential damages should you be uncareful with your gear. It also protects front element from the weather. It is also easy to clean. Only downside is that it has considerable amount of flare if used at night. So this is only good for beginners and intermediate users in photography. Professionals who wants absolute quality might want to look for more professional options, such as multicoated Hoya HD or B+W F-pro uv filters
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Tiffen 55mm UV Protector Filter:
Not expensive and does not change the picture quality
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Perfect quality
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Filter Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 55mm UV Protector Filter:
The product fit my camera perfectly and cleared the haze out of the photos [...]
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Filter Protection
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 55mm UV Protector Filter:
Great UV Filter!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Firm Mount
Cons
Best Uses
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 55mm UV Protector Filter:
Just a smart thing to protect camera lenses.
Fits both lenses for my Sony alpha55 camera
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 55mm UV Protector Filter:
Does what it is supposed to.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 55mm UV Protector Filter:
Well priced. Protects me lens. Fit perfectly.
I'm not a fan of lens caps, so my UV filter does all the protecting of a lens cap without the hassle of taking it on and off. Of course, it also has the benefit of controlling the amount of ultraviolet light that hits the sensor.
Basic piece that every lens should have.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Filter Protection
- Lens Protection
Comments about Tiffen 55mm UV Protector Filter:
This filter was very affordable and protects my lens well which is why I purchased it.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Filter Protection
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 55mm UV Protector Filter:
I very satisfied with this UV protector filter. The main reason I bought this was to have some protection on my lens. But it's also great as it helps with the UV rays.
- 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 55mm UV Protector Filter:
The protection this filter provides it the best bang for your buck you'll find. Cheap, optically neutral, and always there. It never leaves my lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Filter Protection
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 55mm UV Protector Filter:
This should keep dust from the main lens and also protect it from cracking from accidents. Fits perfectly to the camera even if it's not the same brand.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Firm Mount
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Tiffen 55mm UV Protector Filter:
It's a clear glass, but it get a cheep look.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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- 10-Year Warranty
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