CPL Filter B+W or Hoya

The B+W K and Hoya HD which would you prefer?

Between a B+W MRC Kaesemann and a Hoya HD it's personal preference. I use B+W across the board, personally.

Hi Jon,

B+W cost about $33 more than the Hoya on Maxsaver, just don't know which to get.

Kaesemann's supposed to be somewhat better than a straight CPL; most of my polarizers are regular, non-Kaesemann CPLs, so the cost is a wash between the Hoya and B+W versions.

Some Hoya polarizers are prone to coming apart unexpectedly, and their coatings have been reported as difficult to clean. My recommendation is to get the B+W.

argyle wrote in post #10851627
Some Hoya polarizers are prone to coming apart unexpectedly, and their coatings have been reported as difficult to clean. My recommendation is to get the B+W.

Thanks, if that's the care then it worth the extra $33.

TT-00 wrote in post #10853589
Thanks, if that's the care then it worth the extra $33.

Not a problem. Also, with the B+W filter you have the availability of brass rings as well (with the exception of their slim versions). Just read the filter description closely...the F-Pro MRC model would be the one to get.

argyle wrote in post #10854567
Not a problem. Also, with the B+W filter you have the availability of brass rings as well (with the exception of their slim versions). Just read the filter description closely...the F-Pro MRC model would be the one to get.

Ok I'm a bit confused..
Could u give me a link with the model u mention?

Here's a link to a 77mm diameter polarizer:

B+W F-Pro MRC Polarizer

Ok thnx.
In my thread someone recommended me the Kaesemann model.Which one would u recommend?
What I want is as less vignetting as possible. I'm gonna pair it with the 17-55..

Generally, the Kaesemann model is a few dollars more than the non-K. If you're okay with the K price, spend the extra for the K version. But either one will be fine.

The F-Pro model (K or non-K) won't vignette on the 17-55...it doesn't even vignette on the EFS 10-22 for that matter.

Call www.2filter.com and ask them there to give you advice and what you get for your money with each brand. They also have what I've found to be the best prices in the country. I get all my filters from them, and also recommend the B + W's over the Hoya's.

Jon wrote in post #10849065
Between a B+W MRC Kaesemann and a Hoya HD it's personal preference. I use B+W across the board, personally.

I agree with this. Theres little to no difference in high end CPLs. They all work very well. IF there is even a difference, its so minimal you probably wouldn't notice even if you went looking for it.

I chose to use B+W and all the filters I have are from them. Definitely a personal preference thing.

ninhja wrote in post #10856939
I agree with this. Theres little to no difference in high end CPLs. They all work very well. IF there is even a difference, its so minimal you probably wouldn't notice even if you went looking for it.

I chose to use B+W and all the filters I have are from them. Definitely a personal preference thing.

Except for the ones that come apart in your hands...that difference is very noticeable.

I never used Hoya filter so have no opinion on it, but I am very satisfied with the B+W CPL.