The Tiffen Series 9 Linear Polarizer - 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.

Drop-in    Deepens a Blue Sky    Enhances Clouds    Minimizes Reflections    High Quality ColorCore Glass    Black Aluminum Filter Ring    Made in the USA    10-Year Warranty

This filter eliminates ultraviolet rays to remove haze 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

Excellent for bringing out cloud formations

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this need a rotating matte box or insert? or is it automatically designed to do its job without rotating?

A: Yes, polarizing filters need to be rotated for optimal effect.

Q: 2. Will this fit with the Bright Tangerine ONE tray?

A: The Schneider 138mm Unmounted True-Pol Linear Polarizer Filter will fit in the Bright Tangerine ONE Tray for Misfit Kick or ARRI LMB Matte Box.

Q: 3. can this filter be used on the cokin z pro filter holder with the 5d mark 2 in manual focus?

A: Yes, this filter can be used on the Cokin Z Pro filter holder, since this filter holder will hold 4 filters. You are able to use manual focus as well.

Q: 4. I am looking to mount this into a rotatable tray for a matte box tray. Is the diameter of this unmounted filter exactly 4.5"? It seems the stated diameter of the mounted variety is also 4.5"

A: Schneider lists on their site that the Schneider 4.5" Unmounted Circular True-Polarizing Water White Glass Filter BH #SCCPU4.5 • MFR #68-019902 is 4.5".

Q: 5. Is this filter actually 100 X 100 (listed in specs), or is it the standard 101.6 x 101.6?

A: The filter is 101.6 x 101.6

Q: 6. Does it fit to Lee 4 x 4 filter holder? Lee accepts 2mm filters, this is 4mm thick.

A: Yes it will fit, but you have to have the 4mm guides B&H # LESG4 MFR # G4Cheers,Otto

Q: 7. Will this work with the ARRI K2.66128.0 F4 Filter Frame (for ARRI MMB 2)?

A: No, the Schneider 138mm Circular True-Polarizing Water White Glass Filter (B&H# SCCP138) is a 138mm (5.43") diameter filter whereas the ARRI Filter Frame Combo 4 x 4"/4.5" Round (B&H# ARK2.66128.0) (which you are referring to by its manufacturer model number of K2.66128.0) only accepts certain filters up to 4.5" in size.

Q: 8. Can you confirm the threading on this filter?Is it 138mm diameter with 1mm pitch?How deep is the overall thread?What is the overall thickness of the filter? (or more importantly the thickness excluding the rear thread)Unfortunately the manufacturer lists very minimal information on their website and I can't find any detailed pictures to deduce the important dimensions from.

A: It is a 138 mm diameter but there are no threads on this filter. I use it in the rear dounut of a matte box.

Q: 9. Hi,Will this fit correctly with the OConnor C1243-1117 Bellows Ring?Thanks,Fernando

A: Yes, this will fit the OConnor C1243-1117 Bellows Ring.

Q: 10. Does the filter come with a soft pouch?

A: Yes. It does.