Tiffen 62mm Circular Polarizer Filters - Light rays which are reflected become polarized. Polarizing filters are used to select which light rays enter your camera lens. They can remove unwanted reflections from non-metallic surfaces such as water or glass and also saturate colors providing better contrast. The effect can be seen through the viewfinder and changed by rotating the filter. The filter factor varies according to how the filter is rotated and its orientation to the sun.

If you're out walking on a lovely day - in the mountains or at the beach - and you want to get a fabulous shot of a cloud-filled sky or make the water seem more saturated, then a polarizer is the way to go. This filter is the best way to make the clouds stand out, increase or decrease the saturation of the ocean or increase or decrease the reflection off the water. You can also use this filter when shooting into glass or windows since it will, again, either increase or decrease reflections.

If you're shooting black and white and want to simulate a threatening storm, try throwing on a #25 Red filter. The vista will take on the appearance of an imminent, ominous storm. 

Along with a UV or Skylight Filter, a polarizing filter should be a part of everyone's gear bag. It can turn a run-of-the-mill image into a stunning, creative photo by increasing color saturation.  

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This filter eliminates ultraviolet rays from outdoor shots as well as polarizing the light to remove reflections, and increase color saturation, without affecting the overall color balance

Can dramatically enhance a blue sky and make the clouds more prominent

Used best at right angle to the sun

Effective with cameras that use beam splitters in the path of the TTL light meter and with AF cameras

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. I bought this polorizer a few months ago. However, I don't see much difference. Is is possible that I am not using it correctly?

A: The circular polarizer should be able to remove reflections and glare from non-reflective items regardless of the working conditions. The circular polarizer filter will not remove glare/reflections from metal or metallic items. If you are referring to darkening the blue color in the sky, is is most important to note that you get the most color deepening or contrast when the sun is set perpendicular (at a 90° angle) to the direction your lens is facing. This means that you should practically never use a polarizer facing directly toward the sun (the sun aimed at one of your shoulders is better). Also note that polarization may not be even across the entire frame, especially when you are using wide angle lenses. When using a wide angle lens, do note that you may view bands of polarization with strong blue sections and then lighter shades of blue in the sky. Another reason to take off the filter for shots that include the sun is that the extra glass can result in more flaring, so the polarizer may not be recommended for sunrise/sunset images.

Q: 2. Which filter should I get for the Sony G Master lens 50 mm?

A: If you're talking about the 50mm f/1.2 then you'll need a 72mm width for filters. As far as brand goes that's up to you. Part of it is depending on what you want to spend. Good brands to look into are PolarPro, Hoya, B+W, and NiSi. I would also recommend sticking with one brand once you choose.

Q: 3. WILL THIS FILTER FIT ON A CANON EOS 7D?

A: This filter is 72mm thread , if your lens takes 72mm it will

Q: 4. Can this filter be used on a Tamron 18-270 lens?

A: It would depend on the model of the Tamron 18-270mm lens you own as to whether the above filter will work on your lens. Tamron has manufactured two (2) versions of the 18-270mm lens, the older, discontinued model using 72mm filters, and the current model using the smaller 62mm filters. The best I can recommend is if you have your lens cap, look on the inside of the lens cap to see if the lens cap/filter thread size is listed inside the lens cap. Otherwise, if you can give us the full name or B&H number of the lens you own (or write all information on the lens itself), we would then be able to identify which filter thread size your lens needs.

Q: 5. Does it come with a case/pouch or do I need to buy one seperately?

A: Should come in a hard plastic, indestructible Tiffen case. I have a soft folding filter folio that velcros closed, in which I put my filters to carry with me.

Q: 6. Will this fit a Nikon 30-110mm lens for a J1?

A: This filter will fit any lens with a 40.5 mm filter thread. Please refer to the specifications for your lens.

Q: 7. Can I put a lens hood over the filter?

A: Sure. Some dedicated lens hoods attach to the lens behind and over the filter. Some lens hoods attach via the filter thread, in which case this filter has a front thread for additional attachments too. Please note that it may be difficult with some hoods to reach the filter to rotate the polarizing filter.

Q: 8. Will the Canon lens hood EW-73C fit on this?

A: Yes, you can use the EW-73C with this filter.

Q: 9. Will this fit the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30?

A: This filter will fit any lens with 52mm filter threads.

Q: 10. Will this work on Canon EF-M lenses like the 22mm f/2.0?

A: As the Canon EF-M 22mm f/2 STM Lens uses 43mm front filter threads, yes, the Tiffen 43mm Circular Polarizing Filter listed above would be compatible for use on the Canon EF-M 22mm f/2 STM Lens.