B+W 52mm Circular Polarizer with Multi-Resistant Coating

The B+W filter shines in the area of build quality and optical perfection. I really, really like the brass material over aluminum because the filter spins on and off my lens with ease when compared to aluminum. In post processing I was floored by the performance of this filter. First time in the field it can be difficult to see what the image actually looks like on the back of your camera versus a nice computer screen. My images were vivid, sharp, and lush in color; nothing less than what I expect from a polarizer. Plus, I was shooting with a fast 50mm prime lens so I did not worry too much about vignetting.Filters are a nasty subject of photography in my opinion. Why? Because filters are expensive, can greatly impact your image (good and bad), and may leave new photographers with information overload. I declare this as I am the new kid on the block with limited knowledge and funds.Through researching I began to see a common trend: Heliopan and B+W are some of the best for high-end while Hoya is the best of the low-end. I already owned a couple of Hoya filters due to low cost and pretty good quality, and this filter is my first B+W. On that, I definitely experienced a difference, but without saying Hoya is a terrible line of filters.Final thoughts, if I spent a ton of money on a good Canon L series lens then expect me to purchase a Heliopan or B+W filter for it. For anything else I probably will continue purchasing Hoya's top of the line filters. If you are still unsure, compare this filter to a Hoya 58mm Pro1, note the $30 difference in cost, and splurge on the B+W if you never owned one before.

I'm using the B+W 58mm Circular Polarizer Filter for the Canon EF-S 18-55mm (kit lens) on my XSi/450D. I couldn't be happier with the results.This filter eliminates glare to make blue skies bluer and greens greener. It works particularly well, for example, for foliage in direct sunlight. Without the filter, the details in the foliage are muddled by the harsh reflection from sunlight. With the filter, the foliage shows more definition and the color tones of the foliage are more pleasing to the eye. If you're into landscape photography, this lens is a must.The filter is made in Germany. The build quality is simply top-notch. It comes with a protective plastic case.It has two brass rings that move independently; one for screwing the filter on to the lens, and another for rotating the filter to adjust the amount of polarization. For lens that don't have internal focus (IF), the movement of the lens barrel during focusing will throw the polarization out of adjustment. If you're using the filter on a non-IF lens, focus on your subject before making the necessary adjustments on the filter.---I'm really pleased with the difference the B+W filter makes in landscape/outdoor photography. It may be pricey for a filter, but trust me, it's well worth every penny!

I didn't want to spend so much on a circular polarizing filter but after doing some research and reading many, many reviews of many different products, this is the filter I deemed most fit for my money -- even though it was much more than I wanted to spend. So far the results are fantastic (I've needed this for awhile) and I'm very happy with the build quality.It comes in a very durable hard plastic box, big enough for the filter but only just so it doesn't waste space. There are two decently thick foam pads under the filter, which appear to be intended to "sandwich" the filter inside the plastic case but were both placed on the bottom when I received it. Either way, the filter was snug and I've moved one foam pad to "sandwich" the filter when in its case, not being used.The filter arrived perfectly clean, with no finger prints, scratches or dust, even though the box appeared to have already been opened. Overall I'm very glad I spent the extra money on a higher quality circular polarizing filter and it certainly shows in the product.I've added a photo I took right after it arrived in the mail and I opened it.

B&W makes GREAT quality camera products, and you can't go wrong with this Polarizer. Clear crisp pictures everytime, I love it for pictures on the water, etc. It turns/rotates independent of your camera lens which is an added plus for super clear pics. I highly recommend it for cutting the haze and glare on those super sunny days in the snow, at the beach, or anytime you are on the water taking pics, works great.

Il prodotto è molto buono, ma purtroppo c'è un grave difetto se montato sulla lente della Leica Q2. Infatti, dopo averlo montato è praticamente impossibile toglierlo, e questo pregiudica l'utilizzo del paraluce originale in dotazione alla Q2.

Ces filtres sont des polarisants de bonne qualité, n'amenant pas de coloration et faisant perdre de 1 à 2 IL. Quand ils sont épais et placés sur des grand angles, un petit vignetage peut apparaître. Ce n'est pas le cas ici. Mais pour être honnête, j'ai avant tout acheté la marque B+W qui a une excellente réputation.

A good quality product !

I've had circular polarizers in the past but this one is hefty. Probably because it's made with better quality optical glass than the ones I had before. The build is sturdy (not as low-profile as I thought it might be, but not unwieldy). In a quick test, it did a very good job removing reflections.

Good quality filter with thick bezel making it easy to use.Unfortunately, Sony have nobbled the thread pitch on my AX53 camcorder so this filter would not screw on. I had to return it for a refund and buy a Sony filter for £20 more, which wasn't as good.