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Hoya 52mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Multicoated Filter

BH #HOUVMC52 • MFR #A-52UVC
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Hoya 52mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Multicoated Filter
Key Features
  • Thinner "C" Mount Design
  • Standard UV Filter
  • Minimizes Bluish Cast
  • Protects Lens Element
The Hoya 52mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Filter is a wise initial investment. It helps protect your valuable investment from dust, moisture and scratches, which can lead to costly repairs. The "C" on the filter ring designates Hoya's thinner design for this filter. This filter has its UV properties in the multi-coating. The result is an average light transmission of over 97% giving sharp contrast and well balanced color. Hoya HMC filters are recommended for enhancing the performance of today's multicoated digital lenses.
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Hoya UV HMC Filter Overview

The Hoya 52mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Filter is a wise initial investment. It helps protect your valuable investment from dust, moisture and scratches, which can lead to costly repairs. The "C" on the filter ring designates Hoya's thinner design for this filter. This filter has its UV properties in the multi-coating. The result is an average light transmission of over 97% giving sharp contrast and well balanced color. Hoya HMC filters are recommended for enhancing the performance of today's multicoated digital lenses.

Multicoated to minimize reflection at the filter surfaces which reduces flare and ghosting.

Good choice for digital photography
If desired it can be left on the lens at all times for protection
Haze filters provide additional benefits of correction for Ultraviolet(UV) light which can register on film and videotape as a bluish cast and can obscure distant details
Ultraviolet filters allow you to correct for the UV effect to varying degrees
UPC: 024066051349

Hoya UV HMC Filter Specs

Filter Type
UV
Size
52 mm Rear Filter Thread
Front Accessory Thread / Bayonet
52 mm
Coating
Multi-Coated
Filter Thickness
0.1" / 2.5 mm
Filter Material
Glass
Ring Material
Aluminum
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.09 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
3.55 x 2.8 x 0.5"

Hoya UV HMC Filter Reviews

Excellent UV filter

By Paul
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-07-16

Highly recommend this inexpensive UV filter with good image and color rendition.

The UV 77mm Hoya came on time and in good shape.

By Herbert W.
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-04-10

The UV 77mm Hoya came on time and in good shape. It screwed on the lens very smoothly.

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Compatible with Lumix FZ300? Is there a ...

Compatible with Lumix FZ300? Is there a comparable Hoya 3 lens kit?
Asked by: Andy
Yes, Hoya makes a 3 filter kit. Click the link below to view; https://bhpho.to/2BhS3D9
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2020-07-20

question

Would this filter fit a Nikon Dx 35mm Lens?
Asked by: Richard L.
The Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G Lens has a 52mm filter thread, so will be compatible with the 52mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Multicoated Filter.
Answered by: Christina S.
Date published: 2018-08-27

Does this have threads on the front to accept ...

Does this have threads on the front to accept another filter on top of this (filter stacking)?
Asked by: Zachary
Yes, the Hoya 77mm Ultraviolet UV (C) Haze Multi-Coated Filter does have front threads that allow you to attach another filter or accessory.
Answered by: Nick Y
Date published: 2025-11-05

question

HelloI would like to know if this filter is good enough and it is clear enough without reducing the sharpness of the image at all ?Also is it on the lens 24-70 full frame body going to show any vignetting.Thanks a lott
Asked by: Anonymous
Yes, the Hoya filter is excellent and will not affect the image quality of the lens or camera. Also, it will not vignette.
Answered by: Matthew C.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

Does this filter have threads for stacking additional filters?
Asked by: Anonymous
Yes. This filter has from threads and can be stacked with other filters.
Answered by: Yos O.
Date published: 2024-04-18

Will this allow the Canon EF Telephoto Zoom ...

Will this allow the Canon EF Telephoto Zoom 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM lens hood to fit over it?
Asked by: William
Yes, this filter is compatible with the lens hood for that lens.
Answered by: Boyd H
Date published: 2021-03-18

question

I want to know the difference between the UV (c) and the UV alpha fitlerhttp://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/900341-REG/Hoya_calp77uv_77mm_Alpha_UV_Filter.html
Asked by: Anonymous
The Alpha version is a standard type of UV filter, the C version is a thinner version with shallower filter threads. This version is popular on wider lenses where vignetting can be a potential issue.
Answered by: Yos O.
Date published: 2020-01-01

Where is this filter currently made: Japan or the ...

Where is this filter currently made: Japan or the Philippians (or elsewhere)?
Asked by: Paul
This filter is made in Japan.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2021-02-01
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