A circular polarizing filter allows you to create unique effects in your image which are not possible to create via postproduction, such as enhancing colour contrasts and controlling reflections.

HIGH-TRANSPARENT POLARIZING FILM

Equipped with a UV-absorbing high transparency polarizing film, the HD Mk II CIR-PL has 25% better light transmission than the standard polarizing film used in current photographic filters. This means that nearly 1/2 stop more light is entering the lens while yielding the same polarization effect, maintaining colour balance while improving contrast and clarity.

CONTROL REFLECTIONS

Since light reflected from non-metallic surfaces polarizes, the HOYA HD Mk II CIR-PL filter makes it possible to control which light enters the lens, giving you more creative avenues to improve your image.

One such avenue is the reduction of reflections, for example, on water surfaces. With the HOYA HD Mk II CIR-PL, you can greatly control and remove reflections, allowing you to show the natural colours and details of submerged objects.

It is also possible to reduce reflections from glass surfaces, allowing you to see through glass windows. This way, you can even make out the interior of buildings!

ENHANCE CONTRAST AND COLOR SATURATION

This filter is not limited to surface light reflection control. Light waves reduce the clarity and saturation of certain colours, making them appear hazed in the final photo.

The HOYA HD Mk II CIR-PL also filters these light waves, greatly enhancing colour contrast, and making skies and green foliage look more defined through deeper and more natural colour tones.