Hoya 77mm W2 Umber Warming Color Correction Multi-Coated Glass Filter

While capturing the perfect shot, the 77mm W2 Umber Warming Color Correction Multi-Coated Glass Filter by Hoya plays a pivotal role in enhancing the overall image quality. This high-quality filter is designed to warm the ambient light entering the lens by 200 degrees Kelvin (+20 mired shift), infusing a light amber hue into your exposure. This warming effect is particularly effective when you're aiming to fine-tune the color or ambiance of your scene to align with your film's white balance or your creative vision.

This versatile filter proves to be an invaluable tool in a variety of scenarios. If you're using daylight-balanced film and the light source is cooler than your desired look, this filter provides the necessary color correction to match your film's color balance (5500 Degree K). It's an excellent choice for light overcast days or when your subject is in the shade.

For portrait photographers, this filter is a game-changer. It adds a warm, inviting tone to skin, enhancing the natural beauty of your subjects. Furthermore, if you're shooting at sunrise or sunset with daylight-balanced film (5500 Degree K), this filter amplifies the warmth of the scene, resulting in breathtaking, vibrant images.

The Hoya W2 filter features a multi-coated design, recommended for augmenting the performance of today's multicoated lenses. These popular filters minimize reflection, reduce flare and ghosting, and result in over 97% average light transmission. This ensures your images are sharp, clear, and rich in detail, making the 77mm W2 Umber Warming Color Correction Multi-Coated Glass Filter an essential addition to any photographer's toolkit.