Description
- Hoya NXT Plus 55mm 10-Layer HMC Multi-Coated UV Lens Filter - Filter Case - Hoya 1 Year Limited Warranty - Hoya NXT Plus 55mm 10-Layer HMC Multi-Coated Circular Polarizer Lens Filter
- Waterproof Top-coat for easy cleaning
- Schott B270 Clear Glass
- 10-layers of HMC Multi-Coatings
- 98% Transmission rate for sharp, clear images
UV filters are most commonly used to protect the front of your lens. A first line of defense against scratches, rain, dirt and dust. Hoya's NXT Plus UV is a powerful upgrade to the best-selling NXT series. The new filter applies a water-resistant top coat to smooth Schott B270 polished glass for easy cleaning. Clean with water and dirt easily. Using 10 layers of Hoya patented anti-reflection (AR) multi-coating your images display better contrast, color and sharpness with a light transmission of 98%. So leaving it on at all times will not damage your images. NXT Plus filter frames are precision milled from lightweight aluminum for a slim profile that makes it perfect for all lenses, including very wide angles. The frame has full front filters that can accept a regular lens cap or allow you to stack additional filters like a circular polarizer or neutral density. What else does a UV filter do? Most photographers leave a UV filter attached to the lens at all times as a form of protection. But the filter also plays an important role in filtering through UV Haze. It's not a big deal when you're shooting at sea level, but as you get closer to higher altitudes, the filter definitely helps cut through the jar to increase contrast and improve color. The NXT Plus has a UV cutoff point of 360nm or L36 which is higher than most filters at this price.