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Best 72mm CPL filter?

 
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Sep 15, 2012 21:27 |  #1

Which one do you think is the best in terms of price to performance ratio.. basically getting the best bang for buck?


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Sep 15, 2012 21:38 |  #2

Of course all answers are going to be only opinions, but FWIW, I went through the process of looking for a best value CPL filter about a year ago. I ended up with the Marumi Super DHG and have not been disappointed. I took it on a trip to Antigua specifically for beach and landscape shots. Unbelievable colors and contrast without post-processing and glare/reflection elimination that worked flawlessly. If I lost or broke this CPL, I'd buy another one without hesitation.


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Sep 15, 2012 22:21 |  #3

I also have a Marumi, which I bought because of this review (external link). I've been pleased, and they are less expensive than many of the competitors.


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Sep 16, 2012 08:43 |  #4

I'm personally using a B+W Kaesemann, and have no real complaints about it. My ability to compare to other CPLs is limited, as I've never used another brand before, but I still wouldn't hesitate to buy the same brand for other filter sizes.


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Sep 16, 2012 09:45 |  #5

1. B+W Kaesemann is the best
2. Marumi 72mm 72 Super DHG MC CPL PL.D Slim Thin Filter is the best for the money. This filter is excellence.


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Sep 16, 2012 10:01 |  #6

I have two, a B+W Kaesemann I purchased because it was touted as one of the top CPLs and a cheap Digital Concept CPL from Japan Optics that I got from purchasing a used lens. In all honesty It is almost impossible for me to tell the difference between the two other than each has a slightly different color cast and requires slightly different post processing to correct for.


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Sep 17, 2012 09:18 |  #7

I had a thin Nikon 72mm CPL, very good quality and neutral color balance.
Somebody took it. Now I have Schneider thin but it has a problem with lense caps, no front thread.
Other than that, it is as it should. I also have a BW and it is too blue to my taste.


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Sep 17, 2012 09:34 |  #8

I bought a Marumi based on reviews and testing. get yourself a 77mm filter and just use a step up ring. you'll appreciate it when you get lenses with a 77mm filter size :-)


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Sep 17, 2012 09:44 |  #9

i don't know if it's the best, but lot of folks here use the B+W Kaesemann so it's what i got.




  
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