Hoya 49 mm UV(C) Digital HMC Screw-in Filter Black Y5UVC049 Description These filters offer both amateur and professional photographers HOYA's famous quality at reasonable prices. They have coatings applied to both surfaces to suppress reflection and increase light transmission. The Hoya HMC UV Filter is a multi-purpose, fine-weather filter that is designed to optimize the photography experience of digital SLR users. UV filters absorb ultraviolet rays that often make outdoor photographs hazy and indistinct, and can be constantly fitted to a lens to provide improved clarity and colour balance, as well as to provide protection to your lens. Hoya Digital HMC filters are optimized for use with digital SLR cameras, but they are also perfect for traditional 35mm SLR applications, including black and white photography HOYA HMC filters are renowned for their ability to minimise reflection at the filter surfaces which reduces flare and ghosting. The result is an average light transmission of over 97%, giving sharp contrast and well balanced colour. HOYA HMC filters are recommended for enhancing the performance of todays multicoated lenses. Features: Cuts out UV rays to give astounding sharpness and clarity without affecting colour balance Manufactured using the highest quality heat-resistant tempered glass, which creates a smooth, clear image Engineered to enhance the performance of today's multi-coated lenses Slim frame allows it to be kept on the lens at all times for protection Hard Coated' HMC Multicoating process suppresses ghosting, flare and reflections, and increases light transmission Product Details: Brand: Hoya Material: Glass Photo Filter Thread Size: 49 Millimeters Coating Description: Multi Coating Photo Filter Effect Type: Ultraviolet Water Resistance Level: Not Water Resistant Product Dimensions: 1.93"L x 1.93"W Product Dimensions: 0.39 x 0.39 x 0.39 inches Item Weight: 0.035 ounces Item model number: Y5UVC049 Batteries: 1 A batteries required. Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No Date First Available: March 19, 2010 Manufacturer: Hoya Country of Origin: Philippines