Hoya CPL SHMC 55mm Circular Polarizer Filter

The Hoya CPL SHMC 55mm is a high-quality circular polarizer filter designed to reduce reflections and glare from non-metallic surfaces such as water and glass, while enhancing color saturation and contrast. Featuring Super Hoya Multi-Coated (SHMC) technology, it minimizes flare and ghosting for crisp, clear images. The filter is constructed with high-quality optical glass and a black anodized aluminum frame, ensuring durability and precise fit.

Advantages

Effectively reduces reflections and glare, enhances color saturation and contrast, darkens blue skies for dramatic landscape shots. The multi-coating reduces lens flare and ghosting, maintaining image quality. Lightweight and slim profile fits most 55mm lenses without vignetting.

Suitable for

• Landscape photography
• Outdoor and travel photography
• Water and sky photography
• Any situation where reflections or glare need to be controlled

Key specifications

• Filter Type: Circular Polarizer (CPL)
• Filter Diameter: 55 mm
• Coating: Super Hoya Multi-Coated (SHMC)
• Optical Material: High-Quality Optical Glass
• Frame Material: Black Anodized Aluminum
• Filter Factor: Approx. 2-4 stops (variable)
• Front Filter Thread: Yes
• Rear Filter Thread: Yes

Recommendations

For best results, use the Hoya CPL SHMC 55mm filter on lenses with a 55mm filter thread. Rotate the filter to adjust the polarization effect. Ideal for enhancing colors in outdoor scenes and reducing reflections on water or glass surfaces.