- Sweet-spot focal length offers increased versatility for a variety of portrait scenarios, including group shots or tighter mid-length perspectives.
- Nine rounded diaphragm blades contribute to an especially smooth bokeh quality that renders a pleasing subject-background separation to place more attention on the desired subject.
- Two Super ED elements reduce fringing and chromatic aberrations in order to deliver high color fidelity and clarity.
- An aspherical element also delivers a high degree of sharpness and reduces distortion for natural, realistic rendering at various focusing distances.
- Minimum focusing distance of 2.3' and a maximum magnification of 0.15x offer enough focusing versatility to photograph group and full-length portraits as well as closer mid-length shots that focus on subject's torsos and heads.
- Despite the large maximum aperture, the lens remains relatively compact and lightweight, measuring just 3.9" long and weighing 1.75 lb, enabling easy handheld use for more freedom while shooting.
- Dust- and weather-sealed physical construction enables working in harsh climates and temperatures as low as 14°F.
- Front element features a fluorine coating for easy cleaning and to repel dust, dirt, and moisture.
- Physical aperture ring allows for intuitive adjustment over exposure settings and incorporates a C (Command) position to permit camera-based aperture setting.
The Pro 77mm 98-UVATS UV Filter is one of Chiaro’s highest-rated protective UV filters with 98% light transmission. It’s ideal for photographers of all levels who demand high-quality glass and other essential features for excellent image fidelity and construction.
To achieve 98% light transmission, Chiaro uses highly-polished optical glass, multi-coating, and additional advanced elements that improve the filter’s light transmission. A scratch-resistant coating minimizes scratching of the glass and helps assure that water, oil, dust, and fingerprints are removed with a gentle wipe. Its hard-anodized aluminum filter ring is designed to screw on and off effortlessly, and it is thin to prevent vignetting when used with wide-angle lenses. Side knurling helps assure that you’ll have a firm grip when attaching or removing your filter.
Image quality is what matters most at Chiaro. The company has tested and combined many features and essentials to achieve superior image quality and the highest light transmission. To help take the confusion out of selecting a filter, Chiaro prominently displays the light transmission levels so that you can choose the perfect filter for your lens and photo session.