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86MM Linear Polarizing Filter
Hoya 86mm Polarising Filter
Delivery between 14–19 May $12.90
Hoya 86mm Linear Polarizer Glass Filter
Delivery $22.90
86mm Hoya Circular Polarizer High Quality Glass Filter
Delivery $34.49
originally posted on adorama.com
Another outstanding product from Hoya. Better get as I was informed of limited production. I guess you could always purchase cheaper quality ones but you will get what you pay for. Yes it is glass and not plastic. I got mine to fit a spare filter holder for Nikon 300 2.8 ais lens. Works wonderful but will not fit normally. I happen to have extra filter holder that I had for future parts, I only had to have center hole enlarged and retreaded, now all 39mm filters fit. I can also double stack slim filters, How about that Nikon.
originally posted on bhphotovideo.com
The Cases for these and Tiffen filters are not intuitive -- as some have said, they should be round and circular screw off. They are odd and square pop open style cases. Yes that makes it easy to open, but you will definitely need a pouch system in order to hold these and the rest of your filters. Otherwise the filter is great and has good light transmission. This works great in my mobile and run & gun package for photos/video work on older lenses. Pro: - Works great - good for run and gun/low budget Con: - Case sucks - threads and construction aren't as good as Tiffen
originally posted on bhphotovideo.com
I've used Hoya filters for 50 years now and they've never disappointed. However I knocked off 2 stars for packaging. I'm really disappointed with the 'box' they come in. No longer a convenient round box with screw off cap. It's now a square clam shell box with a hanging hole for a wall peg. Difficult to open and inconvenient to carry in a bag. You may need to get a filter wallet. I know that's being picky, but a good case is just as important as the precision glass filter. Bring back the old cases.
| Filter Type | Linear Polarizer |
| Filter Factor | 3x (1.6-Stop) to 4x (2-Stop) |
| Circular Size | 86 mm Filter Thread |
| Rotating | Yes |
| Front Accessory Thread / Bayonet | 86 mm |
86MM Linear Polarizing Filter
Hoya 86mm Polarising Filter
Delivery between 14–19 May $12.90
Hoya 86mm Linear Polarizer Glass Filter
Delivery $22.90
86mm Hoya Circular Polarizer High Quality Glass Filter
Delivery $34.49
Another outstanding product from Hoya. Better get as I was informed of limited production. I guess you could always purchase cheaper quality ones but you will get what you pay for. Yes it is glass and not plastic. I got mine to fit a spare filter holder for Nikon 300 2.8 ais lens. Works wonderful but will not fit normally. I happen to have extra filter holder that I had for future parts, I only had to have center hole enlarged and retreaded, now all 39mm filters fit. I can also double stack slim filters, How about that Nikon.
The Cases for these and Tiffen filters are not intuitive -- as some have said, they should be round and circular screw off. They are odd and square pop open style cases. Yes that makes it easy to open, but you will definitely need a pouch system in order to hold these and the rest of your filters. Otherwise the filter is great and has good light transmission. This works great in my mobile and run & gun package for photos/video work on older lenses. Pro: - Works great - good for run and gun/low budget Con: - Case sucks - threads and construction aren't as good as Tiffen
I've used Hoya filters for 50 years now and they've never disappointed. However I knocked off 2 stars for packaging. I'm really disappointed with the 'box' they come in. No longer a convenient round box with screw off cap. It's now a square clam shell box with a hanging hole for a wall peg. Difficult to open and inconvenient to carry in a bag. You may need to get a filter wallet. I know that's being picky, but a good case is just as important as the precision glass filter. Bring back the old cases.
Have observed that my circular polarizers, necessary for modern exposure metering, do not give as much filtration as the linear polarizers. Since much of my photography is in manual mode, and I need optimal polarization, I'm returning to linear for my set up.Just take your best circular polarizer and look around you with it, noticing the characteristic reflection reduction. Then take a linear and look at the same things.... While the circular polars do in fact work, compared to the linears, they're just mild ND filters.I do wish they were offered with the coatings that are available on the circular though.
I purchased this to put in front of a circular polarizer to have a variable ND filter. This is how the much more expensive variable neutral density filters work. Circular polarizers actually are a linear polarizer in front with a quarter wave plate underneath so that after the polarized light that gets through the linear front part, the light is then is unpolarized by the quarter wave plate so as to not give problems with autofocus systems. By putting another linear polarizer in front without the quarter wave plate, the light remains polarized after going through the linear polarizer and the circular polarizer can now adjust how much light will get through to the camera. By crossing the polarizers, almost no light gets through while if both polarizers are in ... MoreI purchased this to put in front of a circular polarizer to have a variable ND filter. This is how the much more expensive variable neutral density filters work. Circular polarizers actually are a linear polarizer in front with a quarter wave plate underneath so that after the polarized light that gets through the linear front part, the light is then is unpolarized by the quarter wave plate so as to not give problems with autofocus systems. By putting another linear polarizer in front without the quarter wave plate, the light remains polarized after going through the linear polarizer and the circular polarizer can now adjust how much light will get through to the camera. By crossing the polarizers, almost no light gets through while if both polarizers are in alignment, almost as much light get through as with just one polarizer. Initial tests show it works better than I imagined. With polarizers crossed, it is over a 9 stop ND filter, in the league with the Lee Big Stopper etc. while it also can be dialed back to only a few stops. Plus, you get all the features of a polarized filter. If you need to hold one of the two polarizers in place while rotating only one of them, a small piece of gaffers tape does the trick. I will have to check for color shift, but even that is not too hard to deal with using a white and gray reference card and then digital photo software to readjust the color balance. Do make sure you have a good circular polarizer in back of the linear polarizer. There are some that are made for low-light photography that pass more light through. I suspect these do not have as sharp a polarization cut-off and thus may not be able to give +9 stop ND. Linear polarizers are relatively inexpensive and if you get one as large as you largest circular polarizer, some step-down rings will fit it to your smaller circular polarizers.
The Leitz/Leica "swing out" polarizer was produced in various versions from 1939-2004 when I believe it was replaced by stock number 13356. The 13352 units are known for separation of the glass/polarizer/glass laminate, which introduced one or two air gaps into the stack and can ruin the device. The original laminate is made with two glass disks, one, furthest from the film, is of slightly larger diameter than the other. The package is glued into a brass ring and clamped and glued into the rotating portion of the 13352. It is about 2mm thick in total. Removing the glass / polarizer / glass stack from the Hoya is a good "drop in" replacement for the original brass encircled package in terms of diameter, but not thickness. The Hoya glass is approximately 1mm thick. ... MoreThe Leitz/Leica "swing out" polarizer was produced in various versions from 1939-2004 when I believe it was replaced by stock number 13356. The 13352 units are known for separation of the glass/polarizer/glass laminate, which introduced one or two air gaps into the stack and can ruin the device. The original laminate is made with two glass disks, one, furthest from the film, is of slightly larger diameter than the other. The package is glued into a brass ring and clamped and glued into the rotating portion of the 13352. It is about 2mm thick in total. Removing the glass / polarizer / glass stack from the Hoya is a good "drop in" replacement for the original brass encircled package in terms of diameter, but not thickness. The Hoya glass is approximately 1mm thick. The threaded retaining ring from the 13352 does not reach deeply enough to the 1mm thick Hoya glass to make mechanical contact.Tilting the filter back and forth, one can hear the glass tip and make a little noise. Since the original 13352 was glued together, I was able to glue the Hoya glass in place before screwing in the retaining ring, and then add a little glue on top of the glass, on the retaining ring side, to take up the gap when I installed the ring.Before the glue dried, I was able to rotate the Hoya glass with the same suction cup I used to place it in the rotating body of the filter, so that the polarizing axis aligned with two retaining holes visible from the rear when the filter in its "swung out" position for choosing the proper filter rotation. I used a second polarizing filter, with its axis marked, as a reference to find the axis for the Hoya glass.The result is a filter that works perfectly.Since the mechanical restraint relies on glue in one direction, I have some concern that pressing on the filter in the away from the lens sense may cause it to break out of the glue and loosen. So, I plan to be particularly careful cleaning it on that side.Naturally, this repair was not accomplished with Leica parts and Hoya never intended their filter to be cannibalized in this fashion, so, neither company is responsible for the combination. Further, filters repaired in this fashion should not be compared with used filters where the laminate filter stack has remained in good condition. However, I believe that if you have the tools, manual dexterity and can construct the necessary jig to prevent the filter from rotating when it is disassembled, this represents a "partial success report" for using the Hoya 46mm linear polarizing filter as a parts source:The filter is the proper diameter to replace the original stepped brass ring containing its glass/polarizer/glass laminate however it is TOO THIN to be mechanically constrained along the filter / lens axis. Adding glue on the non-camera side appears to take up this gap, at least in the short term.I will search for some sort of spacer ring to use in place of the glue.Please do not ask for consultation on the repair process. I am not prepared to give this. The purpose of this review was simply to let people know that the Hoya filter glass fits in terms of diameter, but it is too thin in terms of thickness. This may help others plan, and hopefully improve, their own repairs.
My original polarizer for this lens was cracked and I knew I needed a new one. I use it when taking pictures of sunsets, or if the sun is very bright throughout the day. It fits my lens well and the pricing on this item was very reasonable. I would recommend it to others. The delivery of the lens was very prompt. Ellen P.
Bought this for use with my Fuji XF 18-55. Works well - does what a polarizer is supposed to do - and does not noticeably degrade resolution. I was a little curious about linear polarizers once I learned that circular polarizers are only needed for SLRs (mirrors). Indeed, mirrorless cameras focus & meter just fine with linear polarizers. For the cost, this is a great bargain. The frame is made of aluminum, so be gentle when threading it on to the lens - it can get stuck if you torque it down too strongly.
Great polarizer, bought on a whim. My usual weapon of choice would be a Tiffen, but they were back-ordered and I was impatient. No complaints with the Hoya whatsoever and it was competitively priced. Does the job as well as any other brand and it is well-built, smooth action on the ring.
| Filter Type | Linear Polarizer |
| Filter Factor | 3x (1.6-Stop) to 4x (2-Stop) |
| Circular Size | 86 mm Filter Thread |
| Rotating | Yes |
| Front Accessory Thread / Bayonet | 86 mm |
Hoya Linear Polarising 86mm Filter
Helping to reduce reflections and glare, the 86mm Linear Polariser Filter from Hoya filters out light that has become polarised due to reflection from a non-metallic surface. By filtering this light, a noticeable increase in the saturation of skies and foliage is possible, as well as the ability to produce clearer imagery when photographing in hazy conditions. The filter is constructed from optical glass and is mounted within a durable, lightweight aluminium ring that has a hard-anodised finish to guard against wear. A linear polariser differs from a circular polariser in that it does not support the use of a camera's autofocus or auto exposure functions; it is best suited for use with manual cameras, such as view cameras, that are not dependent on internal mechanisms to determine focus or metering settings. Features: Helps to reduce reflections and glare by filtering out light that has become polarised due to reflection from a non-metallic surface. Polarising filters arrange, and filter, directionally polarised light perpendicularly to the reflected light, allowing for the absorption of much of the light. Clears up haze in distant landscapes and provides more saturated vivid colours. Strongest effect when used at a 90° angle from the sun. Optical glass construction maintains image clarity. The aluminium filter ring is both lightweight and durable and features a hard-anodised finish to guard against scratching and wear.
Helping to reduce reflections and glare, the 86mm Linear Polariser Filter from Hoya filters out light that has become polarised due to reflection from a non-metallic surface. By filtering this light, a noticeable increase in the saturation of skies and foliage is possible, as well as the ability to produce clearer imagery when photographing in hazy conditions. The filter is constructed from optical glass and is mounted within a durable, lightweight aluminium ring that has a hard-anodised finish to guard against wear. A linear polariser differs from a circular polariser in that it does not support the use of a camera's autofocus or auto exposure functions; it is best suited for use with manual cameras, such as view cameras, that are not dependent on internal mechanisms to determine focus or metering settings. Features: Helps to reduce reflections and glare by filtering out light that has become polarised due to reflection from a non-metallic surface. Polarising filters arrange, and filter, directionally polarised light perpendicularly to the reflected light, allowing for the absorption of much of the light. Clears up haze in distant landscapes and provides more saturated vivid colours. Strongest effect when used at a 90° angle from the sun. Optical glass construction maintains image clarity. The aluminium filter ring is both lightweight and durable and features a hard-anodised finish to guard against scratching and wear.
Helping to reduce reflections and glare, the 86mm Linear Polariser Filter from Hoya filters out light that has become polarised due to reflection from a non-metallic surface. By filtering this light, a noticeable increase in the saturation of skies and foliage is possible, as well as the ability to produce clearer imagery when photographing in hazy conditions. The filter is constructed from optical glass and is mounted within a durable, lightweight aluminium ring that has a hard-anodised finish to guard against wear. A linear polariser differs from a circular polariser in that it does not support the use of a camera's autofocus or auto exposure functions; it is best suited for use with manual cameras, such as view cameras, that are not dependent on internal mechanisms to determine focus or metering settings. Features: Helps to reduce reflections and glare by filtering out light that has become polarised due to reflection from a non-metallic surface. Polarising filters arrange, and filter, directionally polarised light perpendicularly to the reflected light, allowing for the absorption of much of the light. Clears up haze in distant landscapes and provides more saturated vivid colours. Strongest effect when used at a 90° angle from the sun. Optical glass construction maintains image clarity. The aluminium filter ring is both lightweight and durable and features a hard-anodised finish to guard against scratching and wear.
Helping to reduce reflections and glare, the 86mm Linear Polariser Filter from Hoya filters out light that has become polarised due to reflection from a non-metallic surface. By filtering this light, a noticeable increase in the saturation of skies and foliage is possible, as well as the ability to produce clearer imagery when photographing in hazy conditions. The filter is constructed from optical glass and is mounted within a durable, lightweight aluminium ring that has a hard-anodised finish to guard against wear. A linear polariser differs from a circular polariser in that it does not support the use of a camera's autofocus or auto exposure functions; it is best suited for use with manual cameras, such as view cameras, that are not dependent on internal mechanisms to determine focus or metering settings. Features: Helps to reduce reflections and glare by filtering out light that has become polarised due to reflection from a non-metallic surface. Polarising filters arrange, and filter, directionally polarised light perpendicularly to the reflected light, allowing for the absorption of much of the light. Clears up haze in distant landscapes and provides more saturated vivid colours. Strongest effect when used at a 90° angle from the sun. Optical glass construction maintains image clarity. The aluminium filter ring is both lightweight and durable and features a hard-anodised finish to guard against scratching and wear.
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