Name: B + W 30.5mm XS-Pro Kaesemann High Transmission Circular Polarizer Filter, MRC Nano Coating
Brand: B + W
SKU: BW305XPHKCPN
Price: 87.60 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.9 (160 reviews)

B + W 30.5mm XS-Pro Kaesemann High Transmission Circular Polarizer Filter, MRC Nano Coating

B + W XS-Pro Kaesemann CPL

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B + W 30.5mm XS-Pro Kaesemann HT Circular Polarizer Filter, MRC Nano Coating

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B + W XS-Pro Kaesemann CPL 

Enhance image quality with the B+W 30.5mm XS-Pro Circular Polarizer. Reduces reflections, improves color. Durable Schott glass. Shop now for superior results.

For photography enthusiasts and professionals alike, the 30.5mm XS-Pro Kaesemann High Transmission Circular Polarizer Filter stands out with its advanced technology and superior design. This new generation polarizer boasts a remarkable high transmission rate, allowing for a mere 1 to 1.5 f-stop loss compared to the previous models that experienced up to a 3 stop loss. The result is brighter, clearer images that retain the vibrancy and detail of the scene.Crafted with the B+W XS-Pro Digital mount, this filter is particularly well-suited for DSLRs equipped with wide-angle and zoom lenses, ensuring a perfect fit and optimal functionality. Its durable construction includes a front thread that allows photographers to easily attach additional accessories, enhancing the filter's versatility.The innovative MRC Nano coating on this filter represents a significant improvement over standard MRC coatings. It features an advanced 8th layer that utilizes nanotechnology to create a lotus effect, which repels water and aids in keeping the surface clean. This means that any water droplets bead up and slide off the surface, making the maintenance of this filter simpler and more efficient than ever.Moreover, the filter's multi-coated design is highly effective in reducing unwanted reflections and glare. This ensures that colors remain true and contrast is heightened, leading to more accurate and visually stunning photographs. Whether capturing landscapes, cityscapes, or any subject where reflections are a concern, this circular polarizer filter is an invaluable tool for achieving professional-level results.In summary, the 30.5mm XS-Pro Kaesemann High Transmission Circular Polarizer Filter with MRC Nano Coating is a high-quality, durable, and effective solution for photographers seeking to enhance their images. Its innovative design and versatile features make it a top choice for those looking to minimize light loss, reduce reflections, and achieve the highest level of clarity and color fidelity in their photography.

Excellent seal tight packaging. Arrived in good condition. The product is as described. Doesn't cause vignette and is great for minimalist.

Shipping and opening

Great for wildlife in the water, such as frogs, turtles, whales and northern water snakes.

Great filter

Fantastic polarizer from B+W. I got great saturated colors, specially from foliage and blue skies. The only issue would be that if sometimes is hard to remove from the lens. I use it with a Fuji 27mm f2.8 lens. I'd totally recommend this filter. Buy directly from Adorama, beware of the fake B+W filters from other sellers

Great filter from B+W

I would recommend this filter.   Pictures look great with it.

Filter review

The polarizer was delivered quickly.  I have always been pleased with B&W products, and I am also happy with 72mm Circular Polarizer.

Happy with my purchase

Top of the line B+W filters never disappoint

Top B+W filters at a discount? Yes!

This polarizer was made by Schneider Kreuznach, a very high quality German optics company.  This circular polarizer has very high transmission for the selected linear polarization.  It is fabricated using brass and subsequently has a very smooth rotary action..  Brass does not gall like aluminum and so is often used in bearings.  Finally it has a very good, hard, multicoated antireflection coating.  It has been cited in scientific literature as being used in scientific instruments that were measuring the polarization of the sky (use Google Scholar to search scientific papers for Kaesemann polarizer)

Very High Quality, High Transmission Circular Polarizer

As promised, the surface is extremely hydrophobic, which makes water go away easily and completely. Likely for the same reason, anything repelling water tends to stick to this surface. The filter comes with some kind of residue on both surfaces that is extremely difficult to remove without "making it physical", wiping it off mechanically with some kind of tissue (I didn't even try, because I am afraid of smearing it around and of micro-scratches). If it wasn't a multi-part polarizer, I'd probably try to wash it off with distilled water, but not this one.  

The one I received had a spot with no coating: highly reflective, like a piece of debris. If it is replaced with one that have no issues, the rating stays.

Mostly OK.

It works great.  Glad I bought it.  I have always had good luck with B + W products.  Thanks for all the help from Adorama.

Adorama has been a great place to shop.

Fantastic piece of kit. Perfect pairing on Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8. Only need to compensate exposure by about 1.3 stops.

Awesome filter

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When it comes to filters, B+W is normally my first choice. Good build and the polarizing filters help evade the nasty reflections. I'd definitely recommend this product

Good filter

Very happy with the smaller size. I wish they were more resistant to scratches but very happy with them otherwise. It was easy to decide to keep using them with my new lens.

Repeat buyer of this great filter

Nicely built and causes no distortion, but the ring got very hard to turn, almost to the point of locking up.  Sent it back to the company and it came back better, but still too tight.  Unacceptable for a product that is this expensive.  Ended up with a Breakthrough.

Quit working

Polarizing effect feels moderate. I'm too inexperienced to know if a stronger effect is possible on other brands. Works well on reducing water glare. I've noticed lesser effects on sky. Low light loss, isn't an issue for me at all with landscapes. Color shift hasn't been an issue either, but everything is brown and grey outside right now!

Used with Oly 12-40mm PRO. No problem with vignette at widest, 24mm equivalent. Small, low profile. Feels solid and high quality. Ring turns smooth, slightly stiff but that prevents accidental turning. Both lens hood and cap still work with the polarizer mounted. 

Overall feels like a high quality piece for a reasonable price.

Amateur review

Great filter, I immediately noticed a difference and only regret not getting one sooner for a lot of my lenses.

Great filter, solid, excellent clarity

Invest in your filters!

B&W CP filter

I purchased this filter about 1.5 years ago.  Since I liked it, I bought another one for my other lens so that I do not have to screw and unscrew with only one filter.  I am not getting into technical review of the filter.  Rather I am posting a sample picture using this filter on my nikor 16-35mm.  You will be the judge.

Great CPL

Does not seem to reduce the amount of light by much, which is great. Have not really got to use it for what I bought it for: shooting migrating salmon. Putting it on a 135mm f2 Zeiss lens, which is extremely sharp (sharpest lens I have ever used) and has a nice color pop. Having Zeiss glass makes you want to get the best glass for your filter.

So far, so good.

B+W XS Pro HTC

B+W Polarizer

Sea At Night

The product was as described,  and works as expected.  I primarily wanted it as protection for my favorite lens.

A Solid choice

I only use B+W filters polarizing and UV. They are worth the extra money spent.

Best filters on the market

Only had the chance to use it for a few shots at the time of review.  Solid feel and great clarity.  Does what I need it to and worth my buy.

First few shots

Quality.  Cuts glare and reflection like it's supposed to.

Quality

Good CPL

Goes on smoothly, thin, B+W has a very fine reputation and the price was far less than I would have expected--what more could I want

B + W 30.5mm XS-Pro Kaesemann High Transmission Circular Polarizer Filter, MRC Nano Coating

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