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B W 52mm XS Pro Clear UV Haze with Multi Resistant Nano Coating 010M

Last Updated: November 24, 2018 (Refresh Now)
8.7
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
796
Old Reviews
564
Unverified
22
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Review Analysis - 210 recent, verified reviews

Detailed Mode
Lens
 89
filters, uv, b w, element, 8l
+97%
-3%
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" ...  Seems to be a good quality lens protector. ... Beats getting dust on camera lens.  ...  "
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" ...  Yes, a bit pricey but isn't your lens worth the extra few dollars not only to protect it but to also deliver the cleanest image quality possible?  ...  "
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" ...  This filter is highly regarded on various photography specialty websites.  ...  "
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" ...  Great quality filter.  ...  "
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" ...  Used as protective filter for my Canon TS-E 24mm f/2.8L lens.  ...  "
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" ...  Good quality UV filter to protect your lens.  ...  "
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" ...  I tested this using a lens calibration setup on my Canon 5D MK IV and 100-400 II. ... With the filter, the images were so soft, I couldn't calibrate the lens.  ...  "
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" ...  This may be the best filter that money can buy--especially for wide-angle lenses! ... The filter is extremely thin (without feeling flimsy at all), so it's perfect for wide-angle lenses. ... Even if you don't plan to use this on a wide-angle lens, the coating is superb at resisting fingerprints and general grime.  ...  "
Price
 16
filter, worth the price, penny, pay, filters
+81%
-19%
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" ...  The best at the right price!  ...  "
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" ...  To me it's worth the money.  ...  "
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" ...  High quality, good price.  ...  "
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" ...  Excellent all around - glad I paid extra for the best  ...  "
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" ...  This filter is really great and worth the money!  ...  "
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" ...  Worth the money if you shoot a lot or plan to have the camera for a length of time.  ...  "
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" ...  Great Product and Price!  ...  "
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" ...  awesome filter and worth the price  ...  "
Picture Quality
 15
images, filter, easy to clean, degrade, picture
+100%
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" ...  3) Image quality nose-dives with counterfeits, and is barely altered by the genuine B+W. ... I removed the filter and images are tack sharp.  ...  "
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" ...  There is no loss of light or picture quality with this filter.  ...  "
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" ...  I usually just buy GOBE since they are reasonable cost and never effect my images negatively.  ...  "
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" ...  They don't degrade image quality.  ...  "
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" ...  Great build quality, images do not appear to be affected negatively in any way.  ...  "
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" ...  It has stood up to careful use and seems to not affect the image quality.  ...  "
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" ...  Plus you don't want a lesser quality product affecting your photos.  ...  "
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" ...  Clear, sharp (no visible reduce in image quality), easy to clean, easy to remove.  ...  "
Build Quality
 14
brass ring, fit, b w, well made, threads
+86%
-14%
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" ...  2) Counterfeits have lightweight aluminum filter rings. ... Genuine B+W have a much heavier brass ring.  ...  "
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" ...  Construction quality is tops.  ...  "
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" ...  Quality of product feels wonderful and well made. ... You can tell the glass is strong. ... Love the brass ring (vs. aluminum).  ...  "
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" ...  Nice finish and fit.  ...  "
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" ...  It feels very sturdy.  ...  "
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" ...  Brass Ring vs. Aluminum!  ...  "
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" ...  Threads fit snugly.  ...  "
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" ...  You cannot see the glass, but you can certainly feel the weight of the brass frame.  ...  "
Marketplace
 13
filters, fake, expected, described, received
+69%
-31%
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" ...  Thanks a lot.  ...  "
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" ...  It came in the nice little hard plastic like pictured in most of the reviewer's photos.  ...  "
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" ...  Performs as expected.  ...  "
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" ...  Received item on time, and it was as described.  ...  "
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" ...  Item as described  ...  "
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" ...  Two day shipping rules. ... (See attached photo).  ...  "
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" ...  Works as advertised and arrived when expected.  ...  "
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" ...  Exactly as described.  ...  "
Cleaning
 13
filter, clean, easy to clean, dirt, filters
+69%
-31%
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" ...  Is very easy to clean.  ...  "
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" ...  great product, protects the lens from scratches and dust, dirt etc.  ...  "
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" ...  In short, it's incredibly easy to clean!  ...  "
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" ...  Clear, sharp (no visible reduce in image quality), easy to clean, easy to remove.  ...  "
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" ...  Finally, it's easier to clean than my Hoya and older B+W coated filters.  ...  "
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" ...  Very good, easier to clean than hoya.  ...  "
Camera
 12
filter, taken, images, b w, photography
+100%
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" ...  Read some research that the b+w glass doesn't affect clarity of photos taken.  ...  "
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" ...  I removed the filter and images are tack sharp.  ...  "
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" ...  This is the only brand I buy for my cameras.  ...  "
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" ...  I bought this to essentially protect the lens of a camera.  ...  "
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" ...  Can't even tell that it is on my camera.  ...  "
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" ...  These pictures were taken in April with the filter attached to a Panasonic FZ40 camera.  ...  "
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" ...  Can't say enough about B+W quality and craftsmanship, as most photography enthusiasts know  ...  "
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" ...  Plus you don't want a lesser quality product affecting your photos.  ...  "
Delivery
 11
item, arrived on time, shipping, open box item, described
+91%
-9%
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" ...  excellent product, very fast shipping and good attention  ...  "
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" ...  Item arrived on time and in new condition.  ...  "
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" ...  i paid for new and received used.  ...  "
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" ...  Arrived on time and worked as described  ...  "
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" ...  Received item on time, and it was as described.  ...  "
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" ...  Received on time, made well and would recommend this item.  ...  "
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" ...  Two day shipping rules.  ...  "
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" ...  Arrived on time as advertised.  ...  "
Design
 11
thin, lettering, imprinted, xs pro, perfect fit
+91%
-9%
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" ...  1) My counterfeits had a little shiny green sticker on them that said "Genuine Product."  ...  "
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" ...  Construction quality is tops.  ...  "
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" ...  Love the brass ring (vs. aluminum).  ...  "
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" ...  Nice finish and fit.  ...  "
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" ...  Beautiful filter - which of course in this case means "it's like it's not even there."  ...  "
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" ...  It is very thin and I like it.  ...  "
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" ...  Its outer box looks great and the hologram is there, although it was not as crisp as I would like it to be.  ...  "
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" ...  It does what it says on the case.  ...  "

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