Irix Revo Circular Polarizer Filter 52mm - 16-Layer Multi-Coated, Slim Aluminum Frame, Water & Oil Repellent, Anti-Static, Scratch-Resistant, HD Optical Glass

Glare and reflections can wash out colors and reduce contrast in your photos, especially when shooting through glass, water, or under bright skies. The Irix Revo CPL 52mm circular polarizer filter solves this by selectively blocking polarized light, delivering deeper blues, richer greens, and clearer, more vibrant images. Its 16-layer anti-reflective coating (8 per side) ensures high transmission and low color shift, while the slim aluminum frame prevents vignetting on wide-angle lenses.

Who is it for

This filter is ideal for landscape, outdoor, and travel photographers using lenses with a 52mm filter thread. It is also valuable for anyone shooting reflective surfaces such as water, glass, or foliage, and for those who want to protect their lens while enhancing image quality. The knurled edge allows smooth rotation to adjust the polarization effect precisely.

Main features

• Circular polarizer (CPL) effect reduces reflections and glare from non-metallic surfaces
• Enhances color saturation and contrast, especially in skies and foliage
• 16-layer multi-coating (8 per side) with anti-reflective, hydrophobic, oleophobic, anti-static, and scratch-resistant properties
• High-definition optical glass with low color shift for accurate color reproduction
• Slim, low-profile aluminum alloy frame prevents vignetting on wide-angle lenses
• Knurled edge for easy grip and smooth rotation while adjusting polarization
• Front filter thread (52mm) allows stacking of additional filters or lens cap
• Water and oil repellent coatings make cleaning easy and maintain performance in adverse conditions
• Integrated UV protection in the coatings helps shield the lens from ultraviolet light

Specifications

• Filter type: Circular Polarizer (CPL)
• Filter diameter: 52 mm
• Filter series: Irix Revo
• Frame material: Aluminum alloy
• Glass material: Optical glass
• Number of coatings: 16 (8 per side)
• Coating properties: Anti-reflective, hydrophobic, oleophobic, anti-static, scratch-resistant
• Light reduction: Variable (1-3 stops)
• Frame profile: Slim / low profile
• Front filter thread: Yes, 52 mm
• Optical quality: High definition, low color shift
• Water repellent: Yes
• Oil repellent: Yes
• Anti-scratch: Yes
• Anti-static: Yes
• Knurled edge: Yes
• Compatibility: Lenses with 52mm filter thread
• UV protection: Yes (integrated into coatings)

Tips

To maximize the polarizing effect, rotate the filter while looking through the viewfinder or live view. The effect is strongest at a 90-degree angle to the sun. Remember that a polarizer reduces light by 1-3 stops, so adjust your exposure accordingly. When not in use, store the filter in a protective case to keep the coatings clean and scratch-free.