Hoya UX II CIR-PL 72mm Circular Polarizer Filter

The Hoya UX II CIR-PL 72mm is a high-quality circular polarizer filter designed to enhance your photography by reducing reflections, increasing color saturation, and improving contrast. Part of the renowned Hoya UX II series, this filter features a slim aluminum alloy frame and advanced multi-coating technology for optimal optical performance.

Advantages

This filter effectively eliminates unwanted reflections from non-metallic surfaces such as water and glass, making it ideal for landscape and outdoor photography. It deepens blue skies and enriches colors, giving your images a more vibrant and professional look. The water-repellent coating makes cleaning easy and protects against moisture, while the anti-reflection coating minimizes flare and ghosting.

Suitable for

• Landscape photographers seeking to enhance sky and foliage colors
• Outdoor and travel photographers wanting to reduce glare from water or windows
• Wide-angle lens users who need a slim profile to avoid vignetting
• Any photographer looking to improve contrast and saturation in-camera

Key specifications

• Filter Type: Circular Polarizer (CPL)
• Filter Diameter: 72 mm
• Series: Hoya UX II
• Coating: Water-Repellent (WR) & Anti-Reflection (AR)
• Coating Layers: 9-layer anti-reflection
• Light Reduction: 1.5 - 2 stops (approx. ND2 - ND4)
• Frame: Slim / Low Profile, Aluminum Alloy
• Glass: High-Quality Optical Glass
• Front Filter Thread: Yes
• Mount Type: Screw-in
• Vignetting: Minimized on wide-angle lenses
• Polarization Efficiency: High

Recommendations

For best results, use this filter on lenses with a 72mm filter thread. It is compatible with most standard lens caps and hoods. Store in a protective case when not in use to maintain the coating integrity.