B+W 67mm Kaesemann Circular Polarizer Extra Wide MRC Filter
Overview
Description
The B+W 67mm Kaesemann Circular Polariser Extra Wide MRC Filter helps to reduce reflections and glare by filtering out light that has become polarised due to reflection from a non-metallic surface. The light from the sun naturally becomes partially polarised due to reflecting off electrons in air molecules, causing the light to scatter into what appears as haze. A polarising filter arranges, and filters, this directionally polarised light perpendicularly to the reflected light, allowing for the absorption of much of this light. This results in a noticeable reduction of glare and reflections from non-metallic surfaces and an increase in the saturation of skies and foliage.
A circular polariser only differs from a linear polariser in that it contains a quarter wave plane in addition to the linear polarising filter. The addition of this quarter wave plane is to circularly polarise the linearly polarised light for the use of auto focus and exposure functions. Due to how the light is broken down and filtered with a linear polariser, auto focus and exposure accuracy become skewed during use. When the light becomes circularly polarised, it permits the use of these functions.
Kaesemann-type filters feature greater optical efficiency than regular polarising foils and are more neutral in colour. The polarising foils are cemented between plano-parallel optical glass layers, which are then precision-polished to achieve the most accurate plano-parallel surface. This edge sealing protects the filter layers from humidity and are ideal for use with high-speed telephoto and apochromatic lenses.
The Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) is both an anti-reflection coating as well as a protective surface. It helps to increase light transmission by reducing reflections, scattered light, and ghosting. Additionally, it offers greater protection to the filter substrate and stays cleaner for longer than uncoated filters.
B+W filters are constructed from high quality Schott glass for increased optical clarity and colour fidelity. They feature a brass filter ring for durability as well as jamming prevention. The extra wide filters feature an oversized ring that is much larger than the male threads for attachment to the lens. This oversized ring permits the use of glass that is also larger and helps to prevent vignetting when using wide angle lenses. Lens hoods should not be used in conjunction with extra wide filters as vignetting may occur.
Key Features
- Helps to reduce reflections and glare by filtering out light that has become polarised due to reflection from a non-metallic surface.
- Polarising filters arrange, and filter, directionally polarised light perpendicularly to the reflected light, allowing for the absorption of much of the light.
- Clears up haze in distant landscapes and provides more saturated, vivid colours.
- Strongest effect when used at a 90° from the sun.
- Circular polarisers are ideal for use with digital cameras and autofocus lenses where a linear polariser will often disrupt auto exposure and focus features.
- Kaesemann polarising foils provide highly neutral colouring and higher image quality than conventional polarising foils.
- Multi-Resistant Coating offers both protection to the glass and helps to improve light transmission and image quality.
- Extra wide filter ring provides room for a larger glass substrate and reduces vignetting when used with wide angle lenses.
- Constructed from high quality Schott glass for optical clarity.
- Brass filter ring helps to prevent jamming and provides additional strength.
Specifications
Type |
Circular polariser |
Size |
67 mm |
Filter Factor |
About 2.5 (1.3 stops) |
Multi-Coated |
Yes, MRC (Multi-Resistant Coating) |
Rotating |
Yes |
Effect |
Eliminates reflections and haze and improves colour and tonal saturation |
Construction |
Schott glass |
Front Filter Thread Size |
82 mm |
Front Lens Cap Size |
82 mm |
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Details
- Product: B+W 67mm Kaesemann Circular Polarizer Extra Wide MRC Filter
- Manufacturer: B+W
- Model: 66-016518
- SKU: 66-016518
- RM Product #: 24751
- Filter Diameter: 67mm