Hoya 55mm C8 Blue Cooling Color Conversion Multi-Coated Glass Filter

Overcome the challenges of capturing accurate colors in warm lighting conditions with the 55mm C8 Blue Cooling Color Conversion Multi-Coated Glass Filter. This specialized filter is designed to balance the white light of 3800 Degree K tungsten balanced (warm) ambient light sources, enabling them to match the Daylight balanced 5500 Degree K films.

The C8 filter uniquely cools the light source by 1700 Degree K (-80 mired shift), adding a dark blue hue to the overall exposure. This feature is particularly beneficial when you're using daylight-balanced film in environments with warm light sources, such as traditional light bulbs or certain halogen bulbs. By adjusting the color temperature, the C8 filter allows you to record accurate colors on the film, even under these challenging lighting conditions.

Moreover, this filter can also be used creatively to produce a day-for-night look when shooting with daylight balanced film. The added blue cast can effectively mimic the feel of nighttime, especially on overcast days, adding a new dimension to your photography.

The 55mm C8 Blue Cooling Color Conversion filter is also equipped with HOYA Multi-Coat (HMC) technology. This advanced coating is designed to enhance the performance of today's multicoated lenses. By minimizing reflection and reducing flare and ghosting, HMC filters ensure over 97% average light transmission. This results in clearer, more vibrant images, making the C8 filter an essential tool for both professional and amateur photographers.