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1.1.2010

I have no personal experience of other filters as I did my research and settled on B&W's MRC range as the best available. But I already have two of these to protect my L lenses and have never noticed any degredation in image quality - the one time my shots suffered from image flare from long exposures at night at f/22 (not unusual even with the best lenses) I removed the filter and it made no difference.Also, I had one of the non-MRC filters fitted to my Canon 24-70 f/2.8L lens when it took a tumble while on holiday - I was trying to pack for home but had barely recovered from a burning fever of some sort so wasn't thinking properly. My camera, with lens attached,took a tumble onto a wooden floor - the filter smashed and was bent, but other than the smallest of scratches on the outer element of my lens from the broken filter glass, there wasn't a mark on my lens. I took it to a specialist to remove the bent filter and have the lens mechanism checked out and a year later the lens hasn't missed a beat.Without the filter attached this could have been VERY expensive. Even if insured (I am), the cost of this filter is less than most insurance excesses, and besides, if your lens takes a knock with this fitted you won't miss out on shots while your lens is fixed.Note, though, that stacking this filter with others, say polarisers, can cause vignetting on the wide end of zoom lenses. Changing filters is difficult though as you end up juggling with lots of bits of glass. I am about to muy a third filter for my latest lens and had wondered about one of B+W's slim models but at nearly twice the price I don't think they're good value.Some people don't like filters for protection but I think they're worth it - the best ones shouldn't degrade image quality at all. But don't buy an expensive lens and then stick a cheap filter on it; that makes no sense. Spend a few quid more and get this. You won't regret it.
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5.6.2011

Some people are adamant that filters cause degradation in image quality. Those people have either never used a filter, or have only used cheap ones. This filter is not cheap. This filter is quite expensive. Don't buy it if you want it to protect your lens in a fall. It won't. Buy it if you want to protect your front element from things such as fingerprints, flying sand/dust, water spray etc... This is what filters are good for. the B+W MRC filters are some of the best at not causing any type of degradation whatsoever in your photos. I've done side by side comparisons with the filter on/off, and have never noticed it to have any impact at all in the final product. I would, however,remove it when shooting at night for example just in case. Street lights are quite annoying and may cause flare even on a lens without a filter, so I wouldn't risk the shot by adding yet another layer of glass.These filters are made from brass, not aluminium unlike most other brands, so they are less likely to bind together if you stack filters.I'll just say one more thing: Don't buy a filter if you don't need it for the situations I mentioned above. If you buy a filter intending that it will stop something from breaking your front element, you're wasting your money. The filter is best use for protecting the coatings on the front element, not the element itself. In fact, a broken filter will likely cause more damage to the element than not using a filter.
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25.5.2011

I don't want debate whether filters are or are not necessary, or how much or little they alter tones and colours, but I often work in dusty motorsports or seascape environments where there is a lot of salt, sea-spray, sand and dirt kicking around and there is a tendency for kit to need regular cleaning and take the occasional knock (or even stones being flung down the lens hood from a spinning motoX tyre - filter undoubtedly saved my lens/front element from damage that day!!) ... so I would not leave home without a decent filter on my expensive Canon L glass.Anyway ... quality of the B+W filters is totally superb, can not detect any image degradation nor colour shift,so in that respect am totally happy - I have this particular filter on my Canon 16-35 f2.8 L and the results from the pairing are thus far faultless.Build quality seems top notch, time will tell how good the coatings are but it cleans up very quick and without any kind of residue (I mainly use a dust blower and a lens pen for cleaning my optics).When compared to the Hoya HD digital filters (which I have on one or two other pieces of glass here) - I have not done any side by side testing, both seem to be high quality, but whether its in my head or not, the B+W does seem to be "the daddy". Recommended for anyone who wants a high quality filter ... not recommended if you perhaps do only studio work or think that filters are an unnecessary expense :p
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27.3.2013

I'm a professional photographer which might lead you to assume I can afford all the latest and greatest gear. Unfortunately I still have to watch the pennies, which is why in the past I'd always bought Hoya filters and thought B+W were for poseurs with more money than sense. How wrong I was!I'd bought a Canon 35mm f/1.4 lens and a hoya filter to go on it, but within a week I'd got chlorinated water splashed onto the filter. When I tried to wipe the filter, the chlorine had already eaten into the coatings which got me wondering. I've always found Hoya filters to be ok, but they seemed to attract dirt and cleaning often resulted in damaged coatings, no matter how careful I was,so I did some research and discovered the B+W multi resistant coating filter and bought one. Yes, it's almost double the price of the Hoya equivalent, but I've had this one on the lens now for maybe a year, and not only does it very rarely get dirty, it comes up clean when I clean it without permanent damage to the coating.In summary, from new you won't notice any optical difference between a Hoya and a B+W filter, but the B+W is more robust and needs less attention. Barring getting broken, it'll last longer. If you're not sure whether to spend the extra, I suggest you treat yourself and you'll be happy you did.
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3.8.2013

EXCELLENT filter !!!!! i do not have enough words to describe how happy i am with this Filter: first its quality, second it does not interfere at all with the images. ( it is an UV with MRC and does what is says and what it is designed for ). It does not intefere at all in a negative way with pictures quality and also offers great protection for your lens. Focusing is not affected and your lens will be as fast as it was in focusing w/out the filter. Actually i bought 2 of them for my 2 Canon lenses... if you spend a significant amount of money buying a great quality lens, why should you be cheap for filters ??? you have no reason to do so,especially when you roam around with your lens watching wildlife and when you are most exposed to scratch your front lens in a branch (even when you use the lens hood ). I used one of the lens with the filter on it even in rain, rain drops dried out as had nothing at hand to wipe the filter- some small marks remained after but were entirely removed with a lens pen. Just go for it, do not think twice. Yep, you will pay a bit more, but you will get more! It worths the money !Sorin
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8.10.2010

Just received my B+W UV filter and I must say that just from feel alone you get the sense that it's a high quality product.I was stuck choosing between B+W and Hoya and finally settled on the B+W as I did with my Polariser, and am very happy I did.I've a number of Hoya filter and they really do tend to smear when cleaned. Having just cleaned my new B+W UV filter, I didn't find or see a single smear.I know this sounds a little silly to be writing about how well the products cleans or not but I really didn't see the point of writing about the merits of using a UV filter as I'm aware there are two schools of thought about these.If you're reading this review then I'm guessing you're in my camp and see these as protection for your lens.I personally do NOT consider a low end/low cost filter to be acceptable. Many of these exist - do NOT buy them. They will degrade the quality of your pictures with contrast and flare being the primary issues. Image sharpness can be affected. You spent a lot of money for your camera and lens in quest of good quality pictures. Don't throw away your investment with a cheap UV filter.
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23.2.2013

Having just splashed out on a nikon D7000 and a NIKOR 16-85mm lens it was time to get a top notch uv filter to match , first off i bought a HOYA pro digital filter as heard they offer good quality , after recieving it i was not entirely satisfied as i found a few marks etc on the front surface , so the search went on for a better one , after lots of reviews i plumped for the B+W MRC uv filter and paid the hefty price tag , all i can say is this filter is of supreme quality and blemishless in every way ( and im a terminal perfectionist so they say ) the filter came in brilliant quality packaging without needing a clean in any way other than the obligitory blow over with a rocket blower ,the mount feels really nice and when on the lens looks the bees knees , all i can say is yes they are dearer than other supposed quality filters but take my word for it these are head and shoulders above them in everyway . treat your camera today it"ll love you for it ! this filter is worth every penny of the asking price .
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4.7.2009

I decided to spend a little more on a UV filter for my new DSLR (I know you can be paying around £60 for some, but they do come a bit cheaper than this), and it really payed off! I chose B+W because according to many reviews on the internet this is a very high quality brand- and this product is no exception!The filter is solid, sturdy, and feels excellently made- the metal thread (if a little awkward to begin with) fits perfectly with no play or squeaks, and the glass appears to be of superior optical quality.I only really use this filter as a protector for my lens, but with the multi resistant coating glare is significantly reduced, and scratches (to the filter + lens)are non-existent.For the amateur photographer wanting a high quality UV filter, I entirely recommend this B+W product.Ooh and did I mention it also comes in a rather nice translucent plastic box for storage- the filter lives on my lens, so I dont use the case, but it is a very nice addition to have!A perfect product.
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10.1.2012

These are the best filters around. I purchased two of the 52mm with MRC from Amazon. Firstly, the outer boxes came slightly squashed as they were packed in a cardboard envelope by Amazon, oh well. I did notice that one of the filters had slight black paint missing on the brass rim, no big deal. The quality of the glass is first class and is a real luxury for any lens. The clarity is amazing, ultra clear and free from glare or any reflection whatsoever. My experience with Hoya HMC filters has been the opposite. The Hoya filters don't have the same quality of glass, and the filter thread is not as solid nor as smooth to fit around lenses. The B+W filters are made in Germany and use the finest glass.I also use Nikon NC filters, and would rate the B+W higher in quality due to the solid brass rim and better quality glass. Also the B+W glass doesn't rattle like my Hoya ones do. Get the MRC version if you want absolute best for your lens. Expensive, but worth it.
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24.5.2010

I bought this filter to protect my lens. I didn't want a uv filter which I would have to swap all the time when taking low light photos where reflections or glare might be a problem. The lense is marketed as being able to be used on a camera at all times and that is exactly how I have used it, only once taking it off where I doubted the filter may have affected the resulting shot, but then putting it back on as there was no difference and I needed to use flash fill.I'm not an expert with dslr's I have a nikon d5000 but I do think that this filter works really well with it and the original lense cap fits on the filter.I would defintely recommend this filter if you want to protect your lens and don't want to worry about the filter affecting your shots with reflections or glare. It arrived on time and with good packaging.
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3.9.2013

I'm a pro photographer.This is a fantastic filter.I have a few hoyas in a similar price range and the difference is notable.The hoyas pick up oily fingerprints and smudges remarkably easily and are absurdly difficult to clean off.The B&W filter rarely picks up any smudges and the coating allows them to be cleaned with a quick wipe.This means you don't miss the shot because you are too busy cleaning again instead of taking pictures!Image quality with the filter on is slightly affected - but this is true of anything covering the lens.It is only noticeable when you do a direct tripod based comparison and look at individual pixels for a long time.As this is an unrealistic situation and I work in uncontrolled environments where protection of the lens is essential,a good filter like this is the answer.
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2.7.2010

Let me make one thing clear, there is eternal debate among photographers off all skills and persuasions whether protective filters are required or not. I for one can't afford to write-off lens due to damage so filter is my insurance policy.B&W are top class filers. I can't make claim in terms of performance against nearest rivals but in terms of built quality nothing comes close (and i used top Hoya and Nikon filters). For most new plastic lenses even those from top manufacturers perhaps other makes would do nicely but on Zeiss or Leica lens only B&W looks the part.One final point current generation of MRC filters are really good when it comes to cleaning and most importantly in use i haven't noticed any degradation in image quality,if anything is wrong with any of my photos it is my own error.
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31.10.2013

I got the slim one first and it had to go back as my lens cap did not fit. There was a slight delay in getting this one, my preferred option. From experience of other B & W MRC filters the coating really does work, they do not stick, the lens cap fits and they inspire confidence. My notable experience with B&W lens has been with polarisers and found them to be too subtle and effective. Comparing with a high end manufacturers own polarising filter the B & W came out streets ahead in terms in terms of subtle adjustment and enhancing the shot.The price is high and I have to accept that i could be kidding myself as to the quality in relation to the price.However I have not had occasion to doubt the quality of these filters and I would prefer to err on the side of quality for my camera.
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26.10.2011

Opinion is mixed about whether UV filters are worthwhile. Certainly, modern digital cameras don't need the "cut the haze" feature that was important for film cameras. And an argument goes - why buy an expensive lens and then screw a filter onto it?On the other hand, filters provide lens protection, and also can help dust seal lenses - especially zooms. So I always use filters (and when I come to sell, I can truthfully claim that the lens has never been filterless, so the glass should still be immaculate.This is one of the best filters I've found: it sits permanently on my 400mm 5.6L, and is crystal clear - I've used other makes and have seen image degradation. Not with this one.So,if you're buying a filter, pay a little more, and go for the B+W. Protect your lens AND your IQ!
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24.5.2017

Used as a protective filter for my Olympus m43 60mm Macro lens, the filter screws home snugly and does its job without fuss. As a long-term Hoya user, I thought that I would see how B+W measured up.I have not experienced any noticeable distortion or flaring/aberration from the filter, it does not appear to add any artefacts, and to say that I have not been aware of its presence is the biggest compliment that I could pay to it. It is robustly manufactured and is clearly quality.Is it better than an equivalent Hoya? Not sure really. It is what it is, and it does what it does very competently. I would certainly consider purchasing this brand in the future.

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