B+W 39mm #16 Yellow-Orange (040) MRC Filter
The B+W 39mm #16 Yellow-Orange (040) MRC Filter is a basic contrast filter, primarily for use with black and white film. This orange filter noticeably darkens skies, helps to cut through haze, and improves overall contrast. When compared to the yellow #8 filter, the #16 creates a greater separation between clouds and sky and further lightens yellows and reds within the scene.
The Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) is both an anti-reflection coating as well as a protective surface. It helps to increase light transmission by reducing reflections, scattered light, and ghosting. Additionally, it offers greater protection to the filter substrate and stays cleaner for longer than uncoated filters.
B+W filters are constructed from high quality Schott glass for increased optical clarity and color fidelity. They feature a brass filter ring for durability as well as jamming prevention.
- Yellow-orange contrast filter for black and white film noticeably darkens skies, cuts through haze, and gives greater contrast overall.
- Provides greater separation between clouds and sky and further lightens yellows and reds within the scene.
- Multi-Resistant Coating offers both protection to the glass and helps to improve light transmission and image quality.
- Constructed from high quality Schott glass for optical clarity.
- Brass filter ring helps to prevent jamming and provides additional strength.
| Type | Yellow-orange |
| Size | 39 mm |
| Grade | #16 (040) |
| Filter Factor | 2.5 (1.3 stops) |
| Multi-Coated | Yes, MRC (Multi-Resistant Coating) |
| Effect | Noticeably darkens skies, increase in overall contrast |
| Construction | Schott glass |
| Front Filter Thread Size | 39 mm |
| Front Lens Cap Size | 39 mm |
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Pros
- Firm mount
Cons
Best Uses
- BW Contrast
Comments about B+W 39mm #16 Yellow-Orange (040) MRC Filter:
I have pared down all of my B&W contrast filters to include just this one; a happy median between the yellow (often not dramatic enough) and the red (often too dramatic or causes a loss of resolution). B+W MRC are widely considered the best filters available, so that's good enough for me.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscapescenery
Comments about B+W 39mm #16 Yellow-Orange (040) MRC Filter:
Great for BW work. If you shoot in BW you've got to try it out.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- High quality glass metal
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- BW Photography
Comments about B+W 39mm #16 Yellow-Orange (040) MRC Filter:
Essential for B&W photography
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about B+W 39mm #16 Yellow-Orange (040) MRC Filter:
I use this with my 35mm Summicron and it really makes the clouds pop from the blue sky. I have used red in the past, but I thought it cranked up the contrast too much and destroyed shadow detail. Be sure to use it in on a mostly sunny day, with few clouds. I found that using it with a sky with a lot of clouds gave an uneven effect. I also try to avoid using it with Tri-X, since Tri-X already has a lot of contrast.
Pros
- Construction
- Optics
- Quality
Cons
- Pricey
Best Uses
- BW Photography
Comments about B+W 39mm #16 Yellow-Orange (040) MRC Filter:
I purchased this item to use with my Leica lenses for black and white photography. It's strong enough to cut through haze and add enough contrast without being overly dramatic.
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- 10-Year Limited Warranty
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