The Tiffen 52mm UV Filteris 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, grinding flat to a tolerance of 1/10,000th of an inch, then mounting to precision metal rings.

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. I feel I need UV and Circular Polarizer filters for upcoming ski trip. Do you recommend Zeiss filters or B+H filters? Thanks!

A: I have been told that Zeiss filters are the best quality. I purchased one and have not been disappointed. That being said, B+H also sells very high quality filters, usually at a lower price than Zeiss. I would ask myself... Am I putting a high quality filter on a cheap lens? OR If you have purchased high quality lenses, why would you put cheap glass between you and your subject? My philosophy is to buy the best lens I can afford and put comparable filter glass on it to protect it or enhance the photo.

Q: 2. 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: 3. will this fit on my zeiss 55mm 1.8 lens?

A: Yes -- it fits perfectly on mine, no vignetting.

Q: 4. Will this filter fit a Tokina 11-16mm lens?

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

Q: 5. Does this filter suit Canon 514 XL super 8 camera?

A: We recommend that you contact Canon for the filter thread specifications for this camera. This information may also be available labeled near the lens or in your manual.

Q: 6. 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: 7. What Sony lens fits the 55mm lens??

A: Actually, quite a few of them are 55mm threads. The contemporary E-mount 16-70 Vario-Tessar T* and the FE-mount 24-70 F4 Vario-Tessar are both 55mm threaded. This is not to mention the legacy Contax AE/MM mount Zeiss 2.8/25 Distagon T*, 2.8/28 Distagon T*, 2.8/35 Distagon T*, 1.4/50 Planar T*, 1.7/50 Planar T* and 2.8/135 Sonnar T* are all 55mm threaded. In anycase, I don't think Zeiss is making filters exclusively to cater to Zeiss lens owners.

Q: 8. Is this compatible with lens cap?

A: Yes. Lens caps are generally created to allow the lens cap to fit in the outer ring.

Q: 9. Ring of this filter made from brass or aluminium?

A: Aluminium or another metal.

Q: 10. Will this fit on the Sony Zeiss 35mm f2.8 Lens under the very specific lens hood?

A: Hi there, Constantine I can see your Sony 35mm 2.8 lens is designed with filter size for 49mm. The filter should fit into your lens. Good choice of lens for street and travel photography. Buy it without regards as Zeiss filters are the best.Laurence