The Tiffen 3 x 4" UV Haze 1 Filter is 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.

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 3 x 4" / 76.2 x 101.6mm.

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

Absorbs most ultraviolet 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. Will this fit on a Polaroid SX-70?

A: Unfortunately, the Polaroid SX-70 does not have a filter thread on its lens, so you would not be able to use the 28mm filter with the camera.

Q: 2. Reading a lot about B+W having much issues with dust on their filters because they don't supply a case anymore. Your thoughts?

A: The B+W 62mm UV-Haze #010 MRC Basic Filter does come with a cover that helps keep it clean from dust.

Q: 3. Do the 43MM B+W UV haze filters have the leatherette or cloth pouch?

A: The B+W 43mm UV-Haze #010 MRC Basic Filter comes with a cloth pouch.

Q: 4. Does the B+W 40.5mm UV-Haze #010 MRC Basic Filter have 40.5mm front threads?

A: Yes, the B+W 40.5mm UV-Haze #010 MRC Basic Filter has 40.5mm front threads.

Q: 5. How many multi coatings? Both sides? Thanks.

A: The filter is made of precision German optical glass, each side featuring 7 layers of Broadband coating.

Q: 6. What is the max. OD of this filter?

A: The maximum outer diameter of the B+W 60mm UV-Haze #010 MRC Basic Filter is 62 mm.

Q: 7. Why did B+W decide to do away with the plastic case? I read that may reviewers are unhappy with the "new " B+W filters. Input?

A: B+W now includes a pouch with the B+W 62mm UV-Haze #010 MRC Basic Filter as opposed to a hard case. We do not have information on the reason for the change.

Q: 8. Does the 40.5 MM B+W UV haze still come in a cloth bag? Or, is the filter now enclosed in a leatherette bag?

A: The B+W 40.5mm UV-Haze #010 MRC Basic Filter comes in a leatherette bag.

Q: 9. Any major difference between this one and XS-Pro UV Haze MRC-Nano 010M Filter?

A: Yes, MRC means its multicoated and gives you more resistance against flare, ghosting, and chromatic aberrations just like a multi coated lens would. The nano coating assists in a beading effect when in contact with water for greater cleaning efficiency.

Q: 10. I recently purchased this filter. How long does the muti coating last ?In other words, does the filter deteriorate over time?

A: Multicoating on a good filter will last as long as the filter, if it isn't scratched or damaged by careless cleaning with low-quality products.