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The 58mm 3-Stop Dark Circular Polarizer Filter is designed to combine the benefits of a neutral density (ND) filter and a circular polarizer (CPL) into one. It allows for control over motion blur and exposure, reduces glare, and enhances color saturation, all while preventing vignetting common in traditional filter stacking.
The 58mm Dark CPL is compatible with a wide range of camera and lens systems, including but not limited to Leica, Carl Zeiss lenses, Schneider Xenon, Canon Cinema and L lenses, Nikon, Sony, and Fuji.
The Dark CPL's vignette-free performance ensures that wide-angle shots remain clear and crisp from edge to edge, without the darkening around the corners that can occur with traditional filter stacking.
The 3-stop light reduction feature allows for greater creative control over your images. It enables you to use wider apertures or slower shutter speeds, which can help capture movement with more fluidity and grace.
The circular polarizer component of the filter works to reduce glare from reflective surfaces and enhance the saturation of skies and foliage. This results in images with greater depth, vibrancy, and overall visual appeal.
Review Summary
2018-09-17T09:32:27
I didn’t find that it worked very well.
PAUL H.
2018-05-19T06:53:49
First, most obvious, is the elimination of "stacking" the filters! This does the job of a CPL & a Negative Density filter-using the same thickness! #Two; the quality is outstanding; read the specs & decide for yourself about the materials & innovation. #Three; the thing delivers performance & is tough as nails-do not be afraid to wipe it clean. I have found the "brother" of the 3-Stop (the 6-Stop) to work equally well and be of like quality; only thing here is that being a "6-stop", in negative density, the darkness can make it difficult to view exactly what the position of the CPL is doing-takes a little pratice.
DENNIS L.
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Leica, Carl Zeiss lenses, Schneider Xenon, Canon Cinema and L lenses, Nikon, Sony, Fuji and others
3 Stop
Circle
58mm
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| Models | SKU: BTDKCPL358MM MFR: DARKCPL-3-58MM $179.00 In Stock | SKU: BTDKCPL658MM MFR: DARKCPL-6-58MM $189.00 Special Order Generally ships in 7-14 days, subject to availability | $129.00 On Backorder Order now, your card will not be charged until it is ready to ship. |
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| Circular Filter Size | 58mm | 58mm | 58mm |
| Coating | Multi-Coated | Multi-Coated | Multi-Coated |
| Mount | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Polarizer Type | Circular | Circular | Circular |
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By DENNIS L.
First, most obvious, is the elimination of "stacking" the filters! This does the job of a CPL & a Negative Density filter-using the same thickness! #Two; the quality is outstanding; read the specs & decide for yourself about the materials & innovation. #Three; the thing delivers performance & is tough as nails-do not be afraid to wipe it clean. I have found the "brother" of the 3-Stop (the 6-Stop) to work equally well and be of like quality; only thing here is that being a "6-stop", in ...
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Before you venture out for your next outdoor photography session, consider the innovative 58mm 3-Stop Dark Circular Polarizer Filter from Breakthrough Photography. This advanced optical accessory ingeniously merges the benefits of a neutral density (ND) filter and a circular polarizer (CPL) into a single, streamlined unit known as the 'Dark CPL'.
Crafted with precision, the Dark CPL is designed to address the common challenge faced by photographers who traditionally stack ND and CPL filters to achieve both motion blur reduction and reflection control. Such stacking, while effective, often leads to unwanted vignetting, especially when shooting at 16mm on a full-frame camera. Breakthrough Photography's solution is a unified filter that maintains the desired effects of both ND and CPL filters without the compromise on image quality.
The X4 ND technology within the filter provides a 3-stop reduction in light entering the lens, allowing for wider apertures or slower shutter speeds to capture movement with grace and fluidity. Simultaneously, the X4 CPL component of the filter works to reduce glare and enhance the saturation of skies and foliage, resulting in images with greater depth and vibrancy.
This 58mm Dark CPL is engineered to be vignette-free down to 16mm on full-frame cameras, ensuring that your wide-angle shots remain crisp and clear from edge to edge. The compatibility of this filter extends across a diverse range of camera and lens systems, including esteemed brands such as Leica, Carl Zeiss lenses, Schneider Xenon, Canon Cinema and L lenses, Nikon, Sony, Fuji, and more.
The construction of the filter is equally impressive, featuring high-quality materials that ensure durability and resilience in various shooting conditions. The multi-resistant coatings on the filter not only contribute to its longevity but also enhance image clarity and color fidelity.
In summary, the 58mm 3-Stop Dark Circular Polarizer Filter by Breakthrough Photography is a must-have tool for photographers seeking to elevate their outdoor imagery without the drawbacks of traditional filter stacking. It's a sophisticated solution that combines the art of photography with the science of optical excellence.
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