Hoya 52mm Introductory Filter Kit - Ultraviolet (UV), Circular Polarizer, Warming Filter (Intensifier) and Nylon Pouch

by Hoya

Product Details

• Item Weight: 8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B000WVGR9U
• Item model number: Y4KIT1052
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: October 2, 2001

Product Description

The Hoya 52mm Introductory Filter Kit is a general purpose starter kit. Ultraviolet (UV) Filter Hoya Haze (UV) Filters are wise investments. They help protect your valuable investment from dust, moisture and scratches, which can lead to costly repairs. Circular Polarizing Filter Light rays which are reflected become polarized. Polarizing filters are used to select which light rays enter your camera lens. They can remove unwanted reflections from non-metallic surfaces such as water or glass and also saturate colors providing better contrast. The effect can be seen through the viewfinder and changed by rotating the filter. The filter factor varies according to how the filter is rotated and its orientation to the sun. Warming Filter (Intensifier) The Hoya Warming filter controls the bluish coloration that affects daylight film. They can also remove excessive blue from the effects of electronic flash. Reduces blue to green color and makes the color of human skin look more sun-tanned. Combination with Pro 1UV filter is recommended for outdoor shooting. Note! Circular polarizers are specifically designed for use with auto-focus SLR cameras (They will also work on manual systems and video cameras). UV Filters ? If desired they can be left on the lens at all times for protection ? Haze filters provide additional benefits of correction for Ultraviolet(UV) light which can register on film and videotape as a bluish cast and can obscure distant details ? Ultraviolet filters allow you to correct for the UV effect to varying degrees Circular Polarizing Filters ? This filter eliminates ultraviolet rays to remove haze from outdoor shots as well as polarizing the light to remove reflections, and increase color saturation, without affecting the overall color balance Warming Intensifier ? Works on the blue/green end of spectrum to give subjects a "warmer", healthier, more tanned look.

Customer Reviews

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55 of 59 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Hoya Quality is Excellent, November 18, 2010

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John H. Meyer (Sarasota, Florida) - See all my reviews
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As an avid photographer I always desire the best optics, but I always can't afford the best available lenses, flash, cases, and other accessories. However, when it comes to filters, I always look for the Hoya brand first. The best filters on the market? -- look for Hoya's own Pro1 Digital Filter Series. They will cost more and they're worth every penny. But the three filters in this kit are an excellent beginner's choice. As a nationally certified optician (ABOC) who is skilled at making optical lenses for patients, I also turn to the Hoya brand for prefabricated spectacle lenses and I also prefer working with the Hoya Optical Labs throughout the country. After you conduct a lot of research and really decide you want the best for your money, you'll come to the same decision many professionals do: go with Hoya. The multi-layer manufacturing process and their quality control methods are second to none. Optically they are near to perfect -- using my own optical lab equipment, I have scrutinized the filters for any aberrations, waves, and any imperfections -- they tested perfectly. The fit and finish of the products are superb! As far as the actual lens filter mounting is concerned, you'll appreciate the exact threading -- they screw on perfectly. Also, the included nylon pouch you receive with this 3-lens kit allows you expand your filter collection -- for the fun of it, go ahead and order one of Hoya's star filters too. You'll love them for all your holiday pictures!

Okay, enough praise of the manufacturing -- how do the filters perform and how will they enhance your pictures? All I can say, I've been taking pictures now for over 50 years and the results are outstanding. My favorite is the Hoya C-Polarized Filter. If you have never used this baby for dramatically improving the sky and clouds, you're in for a treat. Go ahead and have fun! By the way, look at Hoya's own official web site for more education on how they make their lenses and how they differ from other manufactures ([...]). You'll be impressed. JHM

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Filters - Excellent price and product, June 30, 2011

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R J Kelly - See all my reviews

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I use a Nikon D5000 Digital SLR. After comparing several 'plastic' or 'coated' filters, I opted for these Hoya's at a little higher price and happy I did. Many of the cheaper plastic filters distort the photos a little. I take outdoor photography (water sports, close-up flowers and animals, and lake photos mostly) and these glass Hoya filters are THE thing to use. Many of my pictures looked overexposed in designated areas but other parts of the photo were perfect. I did experience some glare. The polorized filter is the answer to many of these issues. These filters come in a nice sturdy case I was not expecting making them easy to carry. Price - they are less expensive than the Nikon filters I priced but are an excellent product at a great price. I strongly recommend you try them.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant kit! a definite "must have"!, January 13, 2011

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Ramesh M. Thadani "Ramesh" (Manaus-AM, Brazil) - See all my reviews
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Very good kit with great filters for your DSLR, and an excellent pouch to store your filters in. Definitely a "must have"!