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Formatt Hitech 39mm Firecrest SuperSlim Circular Polarizer Filter

BH #FOFCSSCP39 • MFR #FC39SMCP
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Formatt Hitech 39mm Firecrest SuperSlim Circular Polarizer Filter
Key Features
  • Minimize Reflections and Glare
  • Reduces Haze and Blue Cast in Landscapes
  • Enhances Color and Tonal Saturation
  • 15-Layer Firecrest Multi-Coating
Featuring a unique 15-layer multi-coated design, the Formatt-Hitech 39mm Firecrest SuperSlim Circular Polarizer Filter helps to reduce reflections and glare as well as increase the overall saturation of an image. This unique polarizer filter is characterized by the advanced Firecrest coating, which offers full attenuation of UV light for increased clarity and contrast, as well as a marked reduction in surface reflections and protection against scratching.
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Formatt Hitech Firecrest SuperSlim Overview

Featuring a unique 15-layer multi-coated design, the Formatt-Hitech 39mm Firecrest SuperSlim Circular Polarizer Filter helps to reduce reflections and glare as well as increase the overall saturation of an image. This unique polarizer filter is characterized by the advanced Firecrest coating, which offers full attenuation of UV light for increased clarity and contrast, as well as a marked reduction in surface reflections and protection against scratching.

A polarizing filter helps to reduce reflections and glare by filtering out light that has become polarized due to reflection from a non-metallic surface. This results in a noticeable increase in the saturation of skies and foliage, as well as clearer imagery when photographing in hazy conditions. A circular polarizer differs from a linear polarizer in that it supports full use of a camera's autofocus and auto exposure functions.

The SuperSlim aluminum alloy filter ring measures 7.5mm-thick and its slim design helps to minimize the likelihood of vignetting. This filter features front threads for stacking additional filters or attaching a lens cap.

Reduce reflections and glare by filtering out light that has become polarized due to reflection from a non-metallic surface.
Arrange and filter directionally polarized light perpendicularly to the reflected light allowing for the absorption of much of the light.
Lessens haze in distant landscapes and provides more saturated, vivid colors.
Strongest effect when used at a 90° from the sun.
The 15-layer Firecrest coating has been applied directly to the filter glass by way of a vacuum-formed, hard-coated, electrolytic process. The multi-coating is water- and scratch-resistance for greater overall durability.
Firecrest coating attenuates UV contamination, as well as surface reflections, for increased contrast, clarity, and acuity.
Schott Superwite glass is used in order to maintain clear image quality and high light transmission.
The aluminum alloy SuperSlim filter ring measures 7.5mm-thick and features front threads for stacking additional filters.
UPC: 886235193188

Formatt Hitech Firecrest SuperSlim Specs

Filter Type
Circular Polarizer
Exposure Reduction
1.3-Stop
Size
39 mm Rear Filter Thread
Front Accessory Thread / Bayonet
39 mm
Coating
Multi-Coated
Filter Thickness
0.1" / 2 mm
Filter Material
Glass
Ring Material
Aluminum
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.1 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
3.2 x 3.2 x 0.8"

Formatt Hitech Firecrest SuperSlim Reviews

The best CPLs in the market

By Luis
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-05-29

I sold my B+W and Breakthrough Photography ones after getting my first Firecrest. It was not only neutral but kept the most detail from my expensive glass. The other reviewers, Carlos...he gave it 4 stars because he has not tested it yet when he wrote the review. What a dumb pointless thing to do. Deduct a start because you havent tested? Then DONT review it until you DO test it!!!!

Thin high quality polarizer with front threads!

By E J
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2016-08-23

In the 105mm filter world, polarizers with front threads tend to be very thick and true thin filters generally do not have any front threads. This can become a problem on wide lenses like the Schneider Kreuznach 35mm or 40-80mm medium format lenses, especially if you also need to stack a neutral density filter. This filter, however is as thin as the slim filters that don't have front threads yet still incorporates them allowing you to stack a thin ND filter and still not vignette. I had initially ordered the Hoya filter which was touted as being slim but exchanged it for this one as it was actually twice the thickness of this filter. The optical quality of the Formatt HiTech polarizer is excellent, the coating is hydrophobic and it is stackable without making the stack too think for wide angle medium format lenses. Highly recommended!!!

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I'm wondering what the "stop" range on this ...

I'm wondering what the "stop" range on this filter is?
Asked by: Sherry
The Formatt Hitech 62mm Firecrest SuperSlim Circular Polarizer Filter, B&H # FOFCSSCP62, has a filter factor of 2.5, which would reduce 1.3 stops from your normal exposure.
Answered by: Manzell L
Date published: 2020-01-10

question

It says usually ships in 2 to 3 days, also says out of stock. will it shop in 2 to 3 days or not?
Asked by: Robert W.
Add the item to the cart online to calculate shipping to your address. For up to date stock questions you can email [email protected]
Answered by: Dana G.
Date published: 2018-08-25

Hi. The native Canon EF-S 24mm f/2.8 STM lens cap ...

Hi. The native Canon EF-S 24mm f/2.8 STM lens cap doesn't hold up very well on this glass. Tell me, maybe there are more suitable covers for this filter when it is not used?
Asked by: Sergey
You can try the Sensei lens cap; https://bhpho.to/2SgGWyK
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2020-02-04

question

Can I use this filter with the Lee polarizer filter holder?
Asked by: Robert W.
It should fit as long as the polarizer filter holder is 105mm in diameter.
Answered by: JET Norman M.
Date published: 2018-08-25

question

Can I use this with the Formatt Hitech 100mm Aluminum Modular Filter Holder Kit?
Asked by: Richard
Hi
Answered by: Alex v.
Date published: 2018-08-26
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