Heliopan 55mm Slim Mount, Wide Angle Circular Polarizer Filter, SH-PMC 16 Layer Super Hard Multi-Coated

SKU: HP55CPLMS

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What is the main function of this 55mm Slim Mount, Wide Angle Circular Polarizer Filter?

The main function of this filter is to reduce glare and increase contrast and color saturation in your images. It's particularly effective in reducing reflections from non-metallic surfaces and enhancing colors in bright or harsh lighting conditions.

What makes this filter ideal for landscape and architectural photography?

The wide-angle design of this filter allows more light to pass through, which is beneficial for capturing broader scenes in landscape and architectural photography. The slim mount design also minimizes vignetting, ensuring clear images right to the edges.

How does the calibrated rotating ring work?

The calibrated rotating ring allows you to adjust the orientation of the filter to control the polarizing effect. You can see the changes in real-time when using an SLR camera or by holding the filter up to your eye with viewfinder-type cameras.

Is this filter compatible with all camera types?

This filter is designed for cameras with a 55mm lens. It is particularly effective with AF-camera systems that measure light through a beam splitter, ensuring accurate focusing and exposure measurements.

What is the SH-PMC 16 Layer Super Hard Multi-Coating?

The SH-PMC 16 Layer Super Hard Multi-Coating is a special coating applied to the filter that enhances its durability and effectiveness. It helps to reduce reflections and glare, resulting in improved image quality.

Shopper : How well will it work on a HD video camera?ALAN K : I'm not a video shooter, although I've certainly used this filter for stills and for that it's just terrific! Well made, with brass threads that won't bind when trying to remove it (cheap, non brass is a problem!). At this moment I'm checking out all of my filters! I've got Heliopan, B&W, Rodenstock and Nikon Clear filters. I'm trying to figure out which one is interfering with precise focus with my d800. W/O any filters my photos are amazingly sharp but when I use one of the filters mentioned above I loose image quality ;~( Best of luck, AlanDANIEL G : Used it on a Canon 5D mkII in HD video mode with a 15 mm Zeiss ZE lens, and works perfectly fine.GIULIO S : Works very well on my GH3, OMD and G5 for video and stills. Hope this helps. Giulio SmallCameraBigPicture . com

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2018-02-07T08:02:36

Rated 5 out of 5

Great polarizer

I purchased this 95mm polarizer because it was highly recommended for use with Zeiss 15mm/2.8 Distagon. It ain't cheap but it works real well. Easy to put on and take off. Best of all, no vignetting with my wide angle lens. I am very satisfied with this polarizer.

robert g.

2018-01-19T05:01:34

Rated 5 out of 5

Great filter, but had to send it back.

The filter was excellent. 100% polarized light reduction, brass fittings, slim profile, with great optics. Exactly what I wanted! But the one I received was obviously used. It had dirt, dust, grime, smudges, and fingerprints. I looked back at my order; no, I hadn't accidentally ordered a used one. It was supposed to be new. It must have been a floor demo or used/returned model that was put in the wrong place. Even the case looked like it had been sitting out and sliding around all over the place, with scratched up plastic and a worn label. Customer service was great, they promptly sent me a post-paid UPS label to ship it back to them. I've asked for the same model filter again in exchange, hopefully a new one will arrive this time. Unfortunately we got what will probably be our only snowfall this year and I wasn't able to use the polarizer.

Michael S.

2017-03-02T11:21:29

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Quality!!!

This is great filter for wide angle lens. High Quality and the price was unbelievable.

JOE F.

2012-04-21T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Good like always

I really like the slim mount multi coated filters from Heliopan. I really wish they would make them in 43mm as well for the Biogons.

M O.

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Heliopan Slim SH-PMC CPL Specifications

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About Heliopan Slim SH-PMC CPL

Experience the transformative effects of our 55mm Slim Mount, Wide Angle Circular Polarizer Filter, expertly crafted with SH-PMC 16 Layer Super Hard Multi-Coating. This high-quality filter is an essential tool for photographers aiming to capture vivid, glare-free images with enhanced contrast and color saturation.

Constructed with a neutral color foil encased between two plane-parallel glass discs, this durable filter selectively allows light rays to pass through in one plane, effectively reducing the scattering of light. The result is a noticeable reduction in the bluish-gray haze that can dull colors in your photographs, allowing the true hues to shine through with greater clarity and purity.

Our innovative circular polarizer is particularly effective when dealing with reflections from non-metallic surfaces such as water, glass, and plastics. By orienting the filter correctly, unwanted reflections are absorbed, rendering water surfaces more transparent and clouds in the sky more dramatically saturated.

The versatility of this filter is further enhanced by its wide-angle design, which ensures an ample amount of light reaches your camera's sensor, making it ideal for landscape and architectural photography. The slim mount design minimizes vignetting, ensuring that your wide-angle shots remain clear and unaffected at the edges.

Equipped with a calibrated rotating ring, the filter allows for precise control of the polarizing effect. You can easily see the changes in real-time when using an SLR camera, or by holding the filter up to your eye with viewfinder-type cameras. The calibrated rim on every filter ensures consistent application to your lens, optimizing your shooting experience.

This effective polarizer has a light loss of between 1 and 1.5 F stops, which can be manually or automatically corrected depending on your camera type. It is essential for photographers using AF-camera systems, as the circular design is compatible with cameras that measure light through a beam splitter, ensuring accurate focusing and exposure measurements.

Embrace the power of polarization and elevate your photography with our 55mm Slim Mount, Wide Angle Circular Polarizer Filter, designed to deliver stunning, high-contrast images with true-to-life colors.

Heliopan Slim SH-PMC CPL Features

  • Extremely thin rim of only 5mm! This eliminates the possibility of vignetting when using wide angle lenses or zoom lenses at their wide angle setting (This filter has no front filter threads)

Warranty Information

This product has a limited lifetime warranty.

Key Features

  • Enhance image quality with this Heliopan 55mm polarizing filter for vibrant shots.
  • Reduce glare & reflections using our circular polarizer, perfect for landscape photography.
  • Capture stunning colors & contrast with this multi-coated lens filter, easy to clean.
  • This slim mount, wide angle circular polarizer avoids vignetting on wide lenses.
  • Protect your lens with scratch resistance, super hard coating for lasting durability.
  • Achieve optimal light reduction & color saturation with premium thread quality build.

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