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Hoya 46mm Skylight 1B (HMC) Multi-Coated Glass Filter

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Hoya 46mm Skylight 1B (HMC) Multi-Coated Glass Filter
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Hoya Skylight 1B HMC Filter Overview

Due to its light pink color, the Hoya Skylight 1B (HMC) Multi-Coated Glass Filter reduces the bluish cast of daylight to produce a pleasing, warm picture tone. Wise initial investments, Skylight filters help protect your lens from dust, moisture, and scratches that can lead to costly repairs.

The filter is multi-coated to minimize reflections on the filter surfaces, reducing flare and ghosting.

Can be left on at all times for protection
Skylight filters correction for Ultraviolet(UV) light that can register on film and videotape as a bluish cast and can obscure distant details
Used to reduce the bluish cast common with some electronic flash units
UPC: 024066463067

Hoya Skylight 1B HMC Filter Specs

Filter Type
Skylight 1B
Exposure Reduction
0.1-Stop
Size
46 mm Rear Filter Thread
Front Accessory Thread / Bayonet
46 mm
Coating
Multi-Coated
Filter Material
Glass
Ring Material
Aluminum
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.08 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
3.55 x 2.8 x 0.6"

Hoya Skylight 1B HMC Filter Reviews

Nice Skylight Filter

By Bill Samuels
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2025-06-03

I haven't owned a skylight filter in many years so I'm trying this out again. I usually get B+W or Tiffen, but this was the right price at the time. It appears to have a nice color to it and had good feedback so I'm trying it out.

Does what it is supposed to do

By Anonymous
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-09-08

Protects a lens costing much much more, with minimal image degradation. If you don't like the skylight effect, just adjust the white balance.

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Will this also work as a UV besides adding a pink tone?
Asked by: Zhenhuan H.
The Skylight filter was designed for use outdoors, under sunny skies, while the UV filter can be left on at all times.
Answered by: Glenn N. Slik Expert
Date published: 2023-06-06
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