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Nikon 72mm Circular Polarizer II Thin Ring Multi-Coated Glass Filter

SKU: NK72CPLN MFR: 2257
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Key Features

  • Enhance your photography with this Nikon 72mm polarizing filter for richer colors.
  • Reduce glare & reflections using this circular polarizer, ideal for outdoor shots.
  • Multi-coated glass filter ensures superior image quality & minimizes lens flare.
  • Durable, thin ring design maintains compatibility with a wide range of lenses.
  • Scratch-resistant build protects your lens while enhancing light reduction.
  • Capture stunning landscapes & portraits with improved contrast using this filter.
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W T : Does this filter cause vignetting with a 24mm lens on the FX format sensor?GEORGE O : No. As a matter of fact I stacked it on top of my Nikon NC filter on my 24mm f/1.8 lens, and no vignetting at all. It's great.RAYMOND O : Can't answer on that specific lens. However, I do use FX bodies and have stuck with the Nikon thin ring polarizes for each; no vignetting issues yet.
Shopper : Does this product come with a type of protective case?RICHARD W : The filter comes with a clear plastic case, that screws together and protects the filter. I have never had any problems with it.RICHARD W : Yes it dose.,, a clear hard plastic case that screws together. I have no problems with it. Thanks for asking.GLORIA G : Yes. It comes in a soft plastic click to close case (think Rubbermaid type of plastic). GJGBARBARA L : yes - a plastic caseJEFF K : Includes a plastic case with a positive latch to prevent accidental opening.ROBERT E : Yes, it is supplied with a nice plastic protective case....This is an excellent filter.MICHAEL S : It has a hard plastic case fitted to the filter.PATRICIA W : Mine did. Nikon square plastic 'jewel' case for it.
Ann M : I want to know what size polarizing filter to get for my Nikon D70s which has an 18-200 mm zoom lens?

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Review Summary

2024-09-17T19:06:07

Rated 5 out of 5

Nikon Polarizer

This is the best polarizer I have used. Very easy to rotate without jambing. Cleaning is easy.

LARRY C.

2024-08-16T12:30:58

Rated 5 out of 5

Does not degrade image quality

Awesome polarizer does not degrade final image quality

JOEL M.

2023-11-17T07:26:28

Rated 5 out of 5

Polarizer

I have only used it once so far, but it took the glare off the lake while taking pictures of an opposite bank of fall tree colors.

Mike K.

2023-09-24T12:54:52

Rated 5 out of 5

Most useful accessory

Polarizers are very useful for controlling non-specular reflections outdoors. This one is thin so that vignetting is not a problem with most lenses-even with a lens hood. It fits precisely and rotates easily for the effect you want.

CHARLIE B.

2022-12-26T08:45:10

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent Circular Polarizer

I already had one of these filters, but I lost it on my last photography expedition. Not happy about that, so I needed to get another one. This filter is great! Experienced photographers know it can enhance colors, reduce glare on foliage on rainy days, and even allow you to see through the surface of water along shorelines on in rivers. It's Nikon which has always had superior optics! I put this on over one of my Nikon lenses when I need it, and I'm all set! Highly recommend this filter!

Bruce I.

2022-11-09T20:20:04

Rated 5 out of 5

5/5

Easy to attach and adjust even with a lens hood on, colors are so much more rich and reflections dramatically reduced. Expensive but worth it.

Mason

2022-11-01T22:47:41

Rated 5 out of 5

No vignetting

High quality and no vignetting even with wide lenses.

Lukasz L.

2022-09-01T13:08:08

Rated 1 out of 5

Ridiculous Price

675.95 for a piece of glass, not even a lens? You gotta be joking!!!!

JORGE O.

2022-06-08T04:04:21

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent Circle Polarizer

I have been very satisfied with the performance of the Nikon filter. This is my first Nikon filter after using other high end filters before. I love the low profile that limits vignetting as well as the amount of pollarding affect if applies without creating an unrealistic image.

GENE H.

2022-03-13T18:01:09

Rated 5 out of 5

Still Vignetting on the Sony 18-135mm E-mount lens

A huge difference between this Thin CPL and a standard on however there is still Vignetting on the Sony 18-135mm E-mount lens. The Vignetting only shows up at the wide end especially at 18mm and only on my raw files. The jpg's I shoot at the same time do not show it. The flaring I had with my previous CPL was really in your face, this filter I still see a little bit, but it is very subtle unless you are pointing directly into the sun.

PHILIP M.

2021-12-06T07:30:29

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Filter.

Great filter with excellent color and sharp images ...even on my Canon lenses!

William P.

2021-11-01T09:22:28

Rated 5 out of 5

Top quality cpl

Great filter if you need a stop of light reduction. Some of the newer filters don't provide this. Very color neutral.

Christopher B.

2021-11-01T09:22:02

Rated 5 out of 5

Top quality cpl

Great filter if you need a stop or so of light reduction. Some of the newer filters don't provide this. Very color neutral.

Christopher B.

2021-10-29T10:11:55

Rated 5 out of 5

Great productive at competitive price.

Exactly what I ordered, performs the way it is supposed to. Nikon produced a quality product and Adorama offered it at a competitive price.

THOMAS J.

2021-10-15T10:11:56

Rated 5 out of 5

Nikon Polarizer

Excellent service

william B.

2021-08-24T08:10:27

Rated 5 out of 5

Nikon Number 1

Nikon is the best glass made lenses and filters.

Joel B.

2021-06-28T11:02:37

Rated 5 out of 5

Worth the Extra Expense

Nikon isn't noted for lens filters but should be. Nikon CPL is absolute top of the line. Superb glass, low filter factor, UV blocking, and no color shift. Polarizing effect tends to be stronger than B+W or Hoya, thin to reduce vignetting, and a knurled ring so you can actually get them off. CPL's have moving mechanical parts and was the main reason for switching to Nikon. After living with the gritty mechanicals of the supposed top CPL, the butter smooth mechanicals of the Nikon meant no going back. You don't buy these every day, particularly if you use a single larger size with step-up rings, so spend the little extra. Highly recommended.

Robin M.

2021-05-17T10:13:04

Rated 5 out of 5

Highly recommend

Product received exactly as expected. I have been using these polarizing filters for years and have been greatly satisfied with the results. They also act to protect the lens. I only use the thin ring polarizers to avoid vignetting.

Gary H.

2021-04-17T10:44:14

Rated 5 out of 5

Simple High Quality CPL

Great circular polarizer for my Nikon 200-500 f5.6 lens. Does exactly what it is intended for and adds only 1.5 stops. Don't shoot outdoors without it!

JIM L.

2021-02-14T12:21:58

Rated 3 out of 5

The product is as described.

The product is above average and affordable.

JERRY B.

2020-12-08T04:25:57

Rated 5 out of 5

Nikon CPL - fantastic

It is a fantastic CPL lens that is very clear and have been very happy with the phones it has enabled me to take now.

Marcus A.

2020-11-25T12:19:25

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent

Beautiful Polarizer .. now I just have to learn how to use it.

PAUL P.

2020-11-05T13:57:49

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Filter - Worth the Price

Great product - superior glass. I have used other CP filters that were less expensive and they did not produce the results of this filter. I used it yesterday when it was cloudy. i was really surprised by how great the sky looked in my photos.

HELEN S.

2020-10-27T10:55:06

Rated 5 out of 5

Enhance your fall colors with a polarizing filter

Nikon build quality. Threads easily and rotates with the proper resistance. No vignette apparent with 18-55mm on DX

WILLIAM K.

2020-10-27T10:39:25

Rated 5 out of 5

Works well

Works well on the lens and doesn't vignette even at 14mm.

ROBERT W.

2020-10-16T08:28:09

Rated 5 out of 5

Adorama is my go to supplier

Fast and easy shopping

BILL R.

2020-09-04T05:37:03

Rated 5 out of 5

polarizer review

Just got this but love the results thus far.

Carol E.

2020-07-19T08:37:02

Rated 1 out of 5

Package not received yet

The package is not yet recieved i ordered it july 2. I dont know what happened

ROMEO L.

2019-12-30T11:21:50

Rated 5 out of 5

great deal

quality at a good price

ROBERT P.

2019-08-11T10:11:39

Rated 5 out of 5

Nikon quality

Well made, easy on easy off. High quality just what to expect for Nikon.

PJ N.

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About Nikon Circular Polarizer II

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Saves Time & Gets True, Rich Color

By Anthony T.

I had read up on why these polarizers are so good, but having it 1st hand has made it worth it. It's amazing how much post-processing this saves me, as well as getting shots you couldn't get before. Why would you need this? 1) Cuts down reflected sunlight reflected off metal and water, BUT you can use it indoors as well to cut out flash reflections off of wet or oily skin and surfaces. 2) Reduces the reflect light in the sky off water droplets, and makes the sky a rich blue, as well as acc...

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Lucy in the skies in diamond

By Pathfinder

Got this CPL-3 II 67mm lens here in Germany for only 69 Euros. ($87.00) US Dollars. Excellent color results. Thanks nikon. I use this on my canon 500D. It was priced at 159 Euros ($201.00) US dollars.

Bring your photography to the next level with the 72mm Circular Polarizer II Thin Ring Multi-Coated Glass Filter. This high-quality filter is designed to enhance your images by reducing or eliminating unwanted reflections from water, glass, or other shiny surfaces that can negatively impact image definition.

The multi-coated glass filter is not just effective but also versatile, making it an essential tool for photographers. It works by increasing the overall contrast of subjects in low-contrast situations, ensuring your images are always crisp and clear.

The circular polarizer filter also plays a crucial role in outdoor photography. Light from the sky is often polarized due to reflections and dispersions in the air. This filter expertly cuts these reflections, resulting in a bluer sky and intensifying colors in your images.

Designed with a thin ring and a rounded design, this filter allows more light to pass through, resulting in brighter, more vibrant images. It's also durable, having proven its strength against drops and scratches.

Ideal for cameras with a 72mm filter size, this circular polarizer filter is easy to use and can significantly enhance the saturation and contrast of your images, particularly when shooting in bright or reflective conditions.

Experience the difference with the 72mm Circular Polarizer II Thin Ring Multi-Coated Glass Filter, and capture the world in its true colors.

Nikon Circular Polarizer II Features

  • Much thinner and lighter than conventional models to cut vignetting on Wide Angle lenses
  • Multi Layer coatings on both sides to reduce ghost images and flare
  • 72mm filter thread on front of filter for attaching Lens caps and hood

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months.

Key Features

  • Enhance your photography with this Nikon 72mm polarizing filter for richer colors.
  • Reduce glare & reflections using this circular polarizer, ideal for outdoor shots.
  • Multi-coated glass filter ensures superior image quality & minimizes lens flare.
  • Durable, thin ring design maintains compatibility with a wide range of lenses.
  • Scratch-resistant build protects your lens while enhancing light reduction.
  • Capture stunning landscapes & portraits with improved contrast using this filter.

What's in the box:

  • Plastic pouch
  • Nikon 1 Year Limited Warranty