The Heliopan 43mm Medium Yellow Filter #8is a basic contrast filter, primarily for use with black and white film, that slightly darkens skies, helps to cut through haze, and improves overall contrast. It is the most common contrast filter for black and white photography, producing an accurate tonal range and compensating for the blue sensitivity of panchromatic film. There is a 2.5-3x filter factor with this filter, requiring an increase of 1.3 to 1.5 stops for normal exposure.

The front and rear surfaces of the filter both feature a single anti-reflection coating. Each coating helps to increase light transmission by reducing reflections, scattered light, and ghosting. Additionally, they offer protection to the filter substrate while helping to keep the glass clean for longer than uncoated glass.

This Heliopan filter is constructed from Schott glass for increased optical clarity and color fidelity. It features a brass filter ring for durability as well as jamming prevention.

#8 Filter for Enhanced B&W Contrast    2.5-3x Filter Factor, +1.3-1.5 Stops    43mm Front Filter Threads    Front and Rear Coating    Schott Glass Construction    Brass Filter Ring

Medium yellow contrast filter for black and white film subtly darkens skies, cuts through haze, and gives greater contrast overall.

Produces accurate tones in order to compensate for panchromatic film's blue sensitivity.

Single coatings on both the front and rear offer protection to the glass and help to improve light transmission and image quality.

Constructed from Schott glass for optical clarity.

Brass filter ring helps to prevent jamming and provides additional strength.

Dual threading with 43mm front filter threads permits combining with other filters.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this work protect the lense from liquid splatter?

A: The Tiffen 62mm UV Protector Filter, B&H # TIUVP62, would protect the lens from direct liquid splatter. However, do note the filter is not waterproof. In the event of liquid splatter, it is recommended to wipe off the filter (and/or lens) as soon as possible. If you plan to be around splattering liquid, you may also consider purchasing a rain cover such as the Ruggard Fabric Rain Shield Small (14"), B&H # RURCFC714, or the Ruggard RC-P18 Rain Cover for DSLR with Lens up to 18" (Pack of 2), B&H # RURCP18, in addition to the UV Protection filter, or an underwater housing compatible for use with your camera.

Q: 2. Will this filter fit my Sony full frame 50mm 1.4 Lens ?

A: You must check the diamether of this lens... And choice this filter at the right size

Q: 3. Will the 95mm Coarse Thread filter work on canon 28-70 f/2.0?

A: Yes, the Tiffen 95mm Circular Polarizing Filter will work on the Canon RF 28-70mm f/2 L USM Lens.

Q: 4. I have a canon 60D with a 18-135mm lens. Would this be the proper filter size for my lens? Thanks.

A: The Canon 18-135mm lens has a 67mm diameter. So it uses 67mm filters. Here is the 67mm equivalent:http://bhpho.to/1fXHRKv

Q: 5. compatible with Nikkor AF-S VR 18-140mm?

A: Yes, this filter will fit on the Nikkor AF-S VR 18-140mm.

Q: 6. Is the Tiffen 72CP Polarizing filter screw in and can the amount of polarizing be changed by rotating the filter?

A: Yes, the Tiffen 72mm Circular Polarizing Filter is a screw mount filter. This filter does allow you to adjust the amount polarization you want to use by rotating the outer ring.

Q: 7. Is this filter compatible with the Fuji X100T?

A: If using the Fuji AR-X100 adapter, this filter can work with the X100T.

Q: 8. Considering how cheap this filter is, would I be able to put this on my 24-105mm and have the quality and sharpness remain the same?

A: I believe any filter added to a lens lowers the quality but not enough to be noticeable unless you are really pixel peeking. That being said, I can detect no loss of quality with this filter. I use it on my Nikon 16-35 for landscapes without hesitation.

Q: 9. Do this product fits with a Canon 70-200 mm f/2.8L USM lens?If not what size should I choose?

A: Canon specifies a 77mm Filter Thread Diameter - so this Tiffen filter will fit.

Q: 10. I am considering the purchase of a Sigma 150-500mm lens for a Canon 7D. Is the thread on this filter compatible to the above-mentioned lens? Thanks.JH

A: No, it would not. The Sigma 150-500mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM APO Autofocus Lens for Canon EOS uses 86mm filters, not 82mm filters. The Tiffen 86mm (Coarse Thread) Circular Polarizing Filter, B&H # TICP86C, would be the filter for your stated lens.