B+W MRC UV 010M Ultraviolet Filter [UV]
PLEASE READ THE COMPLETE FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ) BELOW:
This UV Filter blocks the invisible UV component of light from the sky, which can cause blur and to which many color films react with a blue cast. These filters should be called UV-Blocking Filters, because there are filters for technical applications that pass UV radiation and block all the other wavelengths. Nevertheless, the short term “UV Filter” has become established among photographers. UV Filters are ideal for photography in high altitudes (in the mountains), by the sea and in regions with very clean air. The pictures gain brilliance and disturbing blue casts are avoided. Because the glass is colorless, color rendition is not altered, aside from the elimination of the unwanted blue cast, and no increase in exposure is required. That makes a UV Filter very suitable as protection of the front element of the taking lens against dust, flying sand, sea water spray and the like, and it can be kept on the lens at all times. It is recommended for analog color and black-and-white as well as digital photography.
MRC (Multi-Resistant Coating) by B+W is not only an extraordinarily effective multiple layer coating, it is also harder than glass, so that it protects filters from scratches (for instance when cleaning the filters), and it is also water and dirt repellent, thus facilitating filter maintenance.
The Digital Picture Review:http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/B+W-UV-Filter.aspxOn a digital SLR camera, the primary purpose of the B+W 77mm MRC UV Filter is lens protection for expensive lenses (such as the Canon L Series Lenses). I regard the B+W MRC UV filter as the best UV filter available.
There is an ongoing debate over the use of UV filters for lens protection. Neither side is wrong - they simply have differing opinions - and the freedom of choice.
The non-UV filter users say that their lens hoods provide all of the protection they need. They say UV filters degrade their pictures. Their contingency is that they can have a damaged lens repaired under their insurance coverage (check with your insurance agent for your specific coverage details).
Of course, an insurance claim does not put the lens back into service immediately. And an insurance claim puts a record with your name on it into the insurance company's shared claims database. Too many records in this database in a short time period will cause you to be considered a high risk.
I am a member of the UV filter users. A high quality UV filter such as the B+W 77mm MRC UV Filter will not degrade the final picture in most instances. A very bright light in the background of your picture *may* cause the filter to generate a small amount of flare, but I rarely detect any other filter-caused image defects. If I scratch the filter, I can simply remove it and keep shooting. And yes, this has happened to me (using a $1,000+ lens). I feel much more comfortable cleaning dirt off of an $80 filter than I do from a very expensive lens. I feel a little less protective of my lenses when they are protected with UV filters as well (I might let a friend actually hold it!). Note: A UV filter is not going to save the lens from a significant impact. You will still want insurance coverage if the lens is valuable.
Even non-regular filter users will want a filter when shooting in very dusty or harsh conditions (think salt water spray). Some lenses require UV filters to complete their weather sealing.
Some of the Canon Super Telephoto lenses cannot take screw-in UV filters (such as the Canon EF 300mm f/2.8 L IS USM Lens and the Canon EF 500mm f/4 L IS USM Lens) but have a front element designed for protection exclusively. Is this Canon's endorsement for protective filters?
I personally do NOT consider a low end/low cost filter to be acceptable. Many of these exist - do NOT buy them. They will degrade the quality of your pictures with contrast and flare being the primary issues. Image sharpness can be affected. You spent a lot of money for your camera and lens in quest of good quality pictures. Don't throw away your investment with a cheap UV filter. B+W and Heliopan make excellent filters.
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At the moment, we only accept straight card payments. You can swipe your card at our office in Shaw Boulevard, Mandaluyong City. (5 min walk from the EDSA-SHAW Mrt Station)
For installment inquiries, you may send me a pm.
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions 1. How do I contact you?You can contact me via email or yahoo messenger at
filters.exchange@yahoo.com. You can also text or call me at +63917-4070007.
However when texting/calling me, please introduce yourself by indicating where you saw my advertisement and indicating your handle. With numerous inquiries everyday, I sometimes get names/numbers mixed up.
‘Hi, this is Joseph. I’m also called lehboy from Pinoy Photography. I’m interested in purchasing a Hoya Pro1D Circular Polarizer 77mm’2. How do I order?To order, email the following at
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• FULL NAME
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+63917-989-8888• COMPLETE ORDER
Hoya Pro1D CPL 77mm and Op/tech Pro Loop Camera Strap (Black)In addition, we’d like you to answer a few questions:
• WHERE DID YOU SEE THIS AD? (PINOY PHOTOGRAPHY, TIPIDPC, ETC) I saw the ad in Pinoy Photography (Pipho)
• ARE YOU A REGISTERED MEMBER OF THIS FORUM? Yes
• WHAT’S YOUR NICKNAME/HANDLE? My handle/nickname is ‘lehboy’
3. Do you offer free shipping?We offer free shipping within Metro Manila during weekdays, office hours only (10 am-6 pm). We do not deliver during weekends.
For domestic shipments, please add an additional 50 pesos to partially cover the cost of shipping the item. Unless otherwise stated, all domestic items are sent via Air21.
4. What is the minimum order?The minimum order to qualify for free shipping is P500. For orders below P500, you can pick up the items at our office in Shaw Boulevard, Mandaluyong City or you can opt to add P100 more to avail of our delivery service.
5. What are the forms of payment?Those within Metro Manila, you can avail of Cash on Delivery Service or you can pay via Bank Deposit.
To make your shopping experience more convenient, we offer CASH on DELIVERY.
For orders outside Metro Manila, payment is via bank deposit. Once we confirm your deposit, we’ll ship the items within the same day.
6. When do I receive my order? Will I receive my order today?If the items are in stock, orders are usually delivered the next day. The cut-off time for orders for next day delivery is 11:59 p.m. of the previous day. This means that I should receive your finalized orders via email by 11:59 p.m. if you want the item to be shipped the next day. For example, if you want to get the item by July 2, you have to send your orders by 11:59 p.m. on July 1.
Orders are sorted by 8:00 a.m. and are dispatched by 9:00 a.m.
Orders in Metro Manila are delivered by our in-house messengers. We can deliver on the next day because we pay our own messengers and we don't outsource to other courier companies like Xend / Air21 / LBC. (However for provincial orders we use Air21 or LBC)
7. What time will I receive my shipment?Orders are usually out for delivery by 9:00 a.m. so expect delivery of your item from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. We usually don’t commit a specific time for delivery since our messengers also have other deliveries to attend to and they have set routes for the day.
If for some reason you cannot receive your item personally since you have to go out of the house/office, please make sure to ask someone to receive the items on your behalf.
8. If I pick up the item/s will the price be the same?Items are priced the same whether they are picked up or delivered. However the main advantage of picking them up is you can get the items even after office hours or during weekends.
9. Where are the pick-up points?Items can be picked up in my office in Shaw Boulevard, a mere 5 minutes walk from the EDSA Shaw MRT station. Our building is located
right across Friendlycare clinic and right beside the new Lancaster Hotel
10. Regarding special requests on deliveryFor special requests, just text me or email me. We’ll do our best to accommodate your request.
B+W MRC UV 010M Ultraviolet Filter [UV]
May 27, 2009, 10:45:00 AM
