Vivitar 49mm Circular Polarizer CPL Glass Filter

SKU: VVCPL49

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What is the Vivitar 49mm CPL Filter made of?

The Vivitar 49mm CPL Filter is crafted from superior solid optical materials, ensuring high-quality results.

What does the CPL Filter do?

The CPL Filter is designed to eliminate unwanted reflections from non-metallic surfaces like water and glass. It also enhances color saturation, clarity, and contrast in your images.

Can the Vivitar 49mm CPL Filter be used with digital SLR cameras?

Yes, the Vivitar 49mm CPL Filter is perfect for both digital SLR cameras and traditional 35mm SLR applications.

Does the Vivitar 49mm CPL Filter affect the overall color balance of my shots?

No, despite its transformative effects on your images, this circular polarizing filter doesn't affect the overall color balance of your shots.

Does the Vivitar 49mm CPL Filter offer any protection for my lens?

Yes, the Vivitar 49mm CPL Filter also serves as a protective shield for your lens while shooting.

Nancy W : Hi which filter can use for sonyA6000 sel F50/18 ?FROILAN V : UV filter left on the lens all the time is a good place to start - it protects the lens from getting scratched or damaged in the event of a fall or lens cap popping off inside a bag with other items such as keys. The Vivitar 49mm CPL (circular polarizer) is a basic CPL, it does the job good enough, which is fine with me. There are better ones out there, but I mostly use it for blue-er skies, or seeing through glare/reflections on windows. I'd suggest going to youtube & search for lens filters and its uses, to see what you may need - ND, gradients, sodium vapor, creative filters, haze, etc. - lots of options out there.
Shopper : I bought the Vivitar 49mm CPL Filter for use with a HD Action Cam. I am going to make a filter mount adapter to use this filter with my camera, since the camera is not designed to add filters to it. Since my camera has no view finder, I can not see what I am recording, as I am recording. How much effect does the rotating ring have? I would like to set the ring to the maximum polarizing effect and secure it there, then install it into my filter holder. I will be recording quite a but over water from a boat. Is there a way to figure out the maximum polarizing without looking through the camera? I tried to just look through the filter and rotate the ring, but I could not tell any difference. Thank You.Nancy W : Hi which filter can use for Len sony A6000 Sel F50/18ADAM S : the filter is circular polarized. spinning the ring will not affect the polarizing nature of the filter. it will always polarize at the same intensity.
Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?BAO X H : Seem good value and pricing according to reviews

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2021-12-16T09:33:55

Rated 5 out of 5

Good for the money

This is obvsly not the best or priciest polarizer one can find, but it does the job adequately without any significant drawbacks.

AQUINAS M.

2020-12-20T11:44:33

Rated 5 out of 5

Circular polarizer

very inexpensive cpl that does the job

Edwin S.

2020-08-26T14:54:50

Rated 5 out of 5

Deep blue skies and bellowing clouds

Then lens is a terrific value. I finally understand why the sky and clouds in my photo's were never as sharp and deep blue as those taken by the pro's! I recommend it strongly.

AMY S.

2020-08-18T10:51:48

Rated 5 out of 5

great filter

Great filter

Jayson F.

2020-01-22T02:25:23

Rated 5 out of 5

Nice

Great filter!!

Joe S.

2019-11-12T11:20:59

Rated 5 out of 5

Better than the Price suggests!

The Vivitar Circular Polarizer is a great value. Image quality is consistent across the whole frame. It rotates easily but says put when you’re done adjusting it and, although it looks like the ring it’s mounted in is wide, it’s really all the way out of the way - no vinetting issues.

KEVIN H.

2019-08-16T12:56:51

Rated 5 out of 5

Works well

this CPL works well on my Nikon 70-300 mm lens, where I'm in the Greek Isles shooting in some mist haze surrounded by sea and sun

Neil W.

2018-10-30T12:08:03

Rated 5 out of 5

Fast shipping and well packaged

I am still learning how to use it but am having fun and looking forward to all the photos I will take. Fast shipping and well packaged.

Penni E.

2018-06-15T08:55:49

Rated 4 out of 5

Polarizer

The filter works great does exactly what it’s supposed to do.

Casey B.

2017-05-31T11:03:28

Rated 4 out of 5

Pretty good for the price!

A 72mm PL filter for under $?? What the heck, I thought I'd try it. It seems to do the job and the build quality is fine. I'm sure a critical review comparing it to high-end filters might find it has a tint to it or perhaps other flaws, but I'm using this for web photos and so it gets the job done at a nice price.

RICHARD O.

2017-05-04T16:07:25

Rated 4 out of 5

4 stars

Works as advertised; fits long tele lens; good price

lee r.

2017-02-05T06:52:07

Rated 1 out of 5

Absolutely Awful

This filter makes it impossible to focus correctly, whether using autofocus or doing it manually. It behaves the same way on both my Sigma 150-600 (S) and my Sigma 120-300mm. I've never seen anything like it in several decades of photography.

David B.

2016-12-21T13:29:30

Rated 5 out of 5

For the price it is hard to beat

For the price it is hard to beat, screws on to the front of the lens very smoothly, Works exactly why I brought it.

GEORGE H.

2016-12-12T22:16:47

Rated 5 out of 5

Great contrast enhancement

Bought this CPL for my 150-600mm zoom lens. Works great for wildlife photography on sunny days e.g. whale/dolphin at sea.  The performance/price is very good.

MICHAEL V.

2016-11-10T13:02:48

Rated 2 out of 5

Out of focus

Took a number of photos , half were in focus , half were out of focus

tom b.

2016-10-10T09:01:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Poor Quality, camera could not focus

The threads on the filter are cut coarsely which makes it seem as if there is grit between the filter & lens. The filter made images appear extremely soft. No adjustments were possible. I would not recommend this purchase.

Thomas B.

2016-06-30T11:19:04

Rated 5 out of 5

Great price , great filter...

This lens really makes my landscape photography pop!

Donald S.

2016-06-15T10:19:38

Rated 5 out of 5

Good filter for the price

Good filter for the price.

Bruce S.

2016-05-30T15:54:53

Rated 1 out of 5

Unreliable

I had purchased a Sigma 150-600mm Contemporary lens with the filter and tested the lens which is razor sharp at 600mm. I put the Vivitar CPL on and took several pictures and made adjustments and reviewed the pictures on Lightroom and found the pictures taken with the filter to be out of focus blurry removed the filter and tested again and it was also razor sharp without the filter. I will be looking for a better quality CPL filter to go onto my lens and I don't recommend the filter.

MICHAEL D.

2016-05-15T08:58:30

Rated 4 out of 5

Good quality, good service!

Really good quality lens I can use in all situations. Good service as well makes this a very good value.

Gaurang P.

2015-12-15T15:56:07

Rated 5 out of 5

Great for the price.

Works as it should. Haven't used it much yet.

HENRY B.

2015-06-09T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Vivitar Circular Polarizer an excellent value

Excellent value for the money. Works well. Price allowed me to purchase one for each lens.

LAWRENCE B.

2014-10-16T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Love it

Ok, not sure if I wrote a previous review. But recently I broke this filter. I think I dropped my camera bag on the ground and it broke. But I have to say, even though it broke, it did not break into pieces! It was laminated or something. Nothing broke off. I am impressed. I have had others shatter, and I was at a kids party when I discovered it broke. So I was REALLY happy it did not shatter like other I have had. I broke it many months ago, so that it was difficult to turn. And even though it was more difficult to spin, it still was a great filter. I considered getting a "better" one, but this one was fantastic. I drop and bang my camera a lot, but almost always use a CPL or NDF. I have dropped them out of windows and all sorts of crazy things, and it did not break. By far the longest I have been able to keep a filter from shattering, scratching, ect.

CARRIE L.

2014-06-10T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

So far, So GOOD

Use this filter when photographing eagles over water and usually against blue sky.

CHUCK R.

2013-11-25T19:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

Great Starter

Perfect for the new photographer to explore polarization.

LARRY W.

2013-09-24T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Vivitar 52mm Polarizer (CPL) Glass Filte

Works as I expected. Great for day time and night time shots.

Fast E.

2013-07-17T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Nice experience with Adorama

Use it for shootng landscape. Also wildlife to cut reflections on the seashore. and Mountains.

Gene

2013-05-20T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing filter

I am using this circular polarizing filter on my Minolta AF 50mm lens on my Sony A-37. its amazing what the difference is in image coloration vs a standard UV filter. for the price tag its worth getting over a standard UV filter and the build quality is good as well.

ADAM S.

2013-03-30T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Works will.

I had a hard time attaching it to my lens but once attached it work well.

Jazmann

2013-01-30T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome Lens protection for low price

Great price and awesome protection for your lens. Not much CPL effects but for that price I'm not expecting much :-) Lol!

Slavo

Vivitar Circular Polarizer Specifications

  • Size

    49mm

  • Material

    High-quality Solid Optical

  • UPC Code

    681066256930

About Vivitar Circular Polarizer

FEATURED REVIEWS

Vivitar 52mm Polarizer (CPL) Glass Filte

By Fast E.

Works as I expected. Great for day time and night time shots.

Good for the money

By AQUINAS M.

This is obvsly not the best or priciest polarizer one can find, but it does the job adequately without any significant drawbacks.

Let the Vivitar 49mm CPL Filter elevate your photography to new heights. Crafted from superior solid optical materials, this filter is meticulously heat-treated to prevent any uncommon movement or distortion, ensuring consistent, high-quality results.

The CPL filter is a powerful tool in your photography arsenal, designed to eliminate unwanted reflections from non-metallic surfaces like water and glass. It's not just about removing reflections, though. This filter also enhances color saturation, clarity, and contrast, making your images pop with vibrancy and detail.

Ideal for capturing the ethereal beauty of the sky, the Vivitar 49mm CPL Filter is often employed to amplify the contrast and saturation in blue skies and white clouds. Despite its transformative effects on your images, this circular polarizing filter doesn't affect the overall color balance of your shots, preserving the natural hues and tones.

Not only does it enhance your photography, but the Vivitar filter also doubles as a protective shield for your lens while shooting. Whether you're using a digital SLR camera or a traditional 35mm SLR, the threaded design of this filter ensures a perfect fit. Experience the difference with the Vivitar 49mm CPL Filter, your partner in creating stunning, professional-quality images.

Vivitar Circular Polarizer Features

  • Crafted from superior solid optical materials for high-quality imaging
  • Heat-treated to prevent uncommon movement or distortion
  • Removes unwanted reflections from non-metallic surfaces like water and glass
  • Enhances color saturation, clarity, and contrast for vibrant, detailed images
  • Ideal for boosting contrast and saturation in blue skies and white clouds
  • Provides additional protection for your lens while shooting

Key Features

  • Crafted from superior solid optical materials for high-quality imaging
  • Heat-treated to prevent uncommon movement or distortion
  • Removes unwanted reflections from non-metallic surfaces like water and glass
  • Enhances color saturation, clarity, and contrast for vibrant, detailed images
  • Ideal for boosting contrast and saturation in blue skies and white clouds
  • Provides additional protection for your lens while shooting