The Tiffen 4x4 UV 17 Filter for Photographyis a general use, clear filter that helps to absorb ultraviolet light and reduce the bluish cast of daylight. This filter is especially useful when photographing at high altitudes or around bodies of water. No additional coloration or contrast is provided, allowing you to pair this filter with others. This filter attenuates approximately 97% of UV radiation, slightly less than a UV 2A filter.

The UV filter is also useful as a general protective filter to leave on lenses at all times. Filters help to reduce dust and moisture from reaching your lens element and provide additional protection in case of drops or situations where scratching could occur.

Tiffen filters are made using ColorCore technology; a process that involves laminating the filter substrate between 2 pieces of optical glass and grinding flat to a tolerance of 1/10,000th of an inch. This filter measures 4 x 4" / 101.6 x 101.6mm.

Absorbs 97% of Ultraviolet Light    Reduces Bluish Cast of Daylight    General Protective Filter    ColorCore Technology

Absorbs 97% of UV light and reduces bluish cast of daylight.

Clear filter provides no additional coloration or contrast, allowing you to pair this filter with others.

General protection filter reduces dust, moisture, and scratches from reaching lens elements.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does the Sigma 150-600 sport lens hood work when this filter is used?

A: Have not used it on a Sigma 150-600 sport lens, but I have it on my Sigma 120-300 OS 2.8 lens and it hasn't come off since I bought it.

Q: 2. would this filter fit my canon 75-300 mm lens?

A: For the Canon 75-300mm lens, you want a filter with 58mm threads. Have a look at the Hoya 58mm alpha MC UV Filter: http://bhpho.to/1lDeD4b

Q: 3. Is this filter multicoated?

A: no

Q: 4. Does this filter fit a 18-55mm lens?

A: It would depend on the specific brand/model of the lens in question, as different 18-55mm lenses use different filter thread sizes. I would check the filter thread size on the front of your lens, or possibly on the inside of the lens cap, to verify the size of your lens' filter threads. If your lens uses 55mm filters, then yes, the Tiffen 55mm UV Protector Filter should work for your needs. If you are not sure of your lens' filter thread size, I would recommend e-mailing askbh@a href= http://bhphotovideo.com target= _blank bhphotovideo.com/a with the full name of your lens (or all text written on the lens) so we may try to verify your lens' filter thread size.

Q: 5. How does a UV 17 Filter differ from a UV 15 Filter?

A: The Tiffen 77mm UV 17 Filter is an updated version of the UV 15 filter. The Tiffen 77mm UV 17 Filter absorbs 97% of ultraviolet light, while the Tiffen 77mm UV 15 Filter absorbs 81% of ultraviolet light.

Q: 6. What's the difference between the Tiffen UV filter ($6.29) and the UV Haze 1 filter ($11.25)?

A: The UV Haze 1 is designed to eliminate Haze, both are general protection filters.

Q: 7. Does this or any 52mm filter accept a Nikon lens cap to cover it?

A: I have been able to put my Nikon lens caps on every filter I've ever purchased, this one included.

Q: 8. Will this filter fit a Tokina 11-16mm lens?

A: This filter will fit any lens with 77mm filter threads

Q: 9. Does it have thread on the outer side to stack-mount say an ТВ filter on top of that UV?

A: Yes, this filter has front threads.

Q: 10. Will this fit on the Sigma 150-600mm sport lens?

A: Yes. I bought it for that same lens.