XU05 55mm MCUV Protection Filter Nano-Xcel Series - 28 Multi-Layer Coatings HD/Hydrophobic/Scratch Resistant/Ultra-Slim UV Filter For Camera Lens
SKU: KF01.985
Excellent front protection filter for lenses. Accurate and timely Amazon delivery: ordered on Sunday evening, the next morning at 10am I was already able to mount it on my new lens (Fuji XF 56 1.2) - I haven't tested it live at a wedding yet, but the filter seems to close perfectly be very thin - the knurled edge allows for quick and precise disassembly and assembly - there doesn't seem to be any significant color deviation on the test photos - I bought the 62 mm version. I will keep this filter practically mounted on the lens for life to protect it from bumps and head-on hits
12/01/2023
K&F has made few versions of UV/1A filters and this one falls in the upper price range.
Packaging is superb and the glasss material is very good. I did not see any color degradations so far. Design on the metal rim offers ease of installation/removal unlike others which might require a filter wrench sometime. It might not be the best filter (price wise) but for C$30 it justifies money well spent to protect my glass which is already over half a grand. I trust this company's products and will purchase same again.
Packaging is superb and the glasss material is very good. I did not see any color degradations so far. Design on the metal rim offers ease of installation/removal unlike others which might require a filter wrench sometime. It might not be the best filter (price wise) but for C$30 it justifies money well spent to protect my glass which is already over half a grand. I trust this company's products and will purchase same again.
26/12/2022
Great filter with nice features at a decent price. Got it for around $23. About 3mm thick. Can be screwed on well. hard case. 1 year warranty if you register your product on the website
22/12/2022
The product came in nice packaging and with a handy case that can store multiple filter sizes. The filter looks good and does not glare. I took several photos that look wonderful. I haven't explored many lighting situations yet, but since my main reason for the filter is to protect the lens, I'm happy.
21/12/2022
I'm usually against UV/haze filters due to concerns about their impact on image quality. However, I plan to use my Sigma 150-600 DG DN Sport (Sony E-mount) in fairly harsh conditions such as shorebird photography, surf photography and sports. So I gave in and bought this filter to protect the front element of the lens. In view of the fact that this K&F filter would probably be classified in the "middle class" in terms of price, I wanted to test whether it actually had an effect on the image quality. The attached image of a $20 bill was taken in exactly the same circumstances - 600mm at ISO 100, tripod with no OS. As you can see from the screenshot taken in the comparison view of my image editing software, the image on the right (with filter) is significantly sharper and has higher contrast. I am shocked! I fully expected to remove the filter if I wanted a better picture. Now I can leave it on 100% of the time and just wipe away any spills or dust without worrying about scratching the front panel. Strong recommendation!
20/12/2022
Added protection for my new camera.
16/12/2022
Bought a Tamron 150-600mm G2 EF to photograph cars on the track. It uses a 95mm threaded mount. Required a quality UV filter to protect the huge front element from tire and road debris from passing cars. Works perfect! I always have the lens hood on, so I can't speak for flare or ghosting.
16/12/2022
Nothing fancy about UV filters, you just don't want them interfering with your shots, K&F's does a great job with their glass filters. When you're investing hundreds of dollars on a lens, you want something that will protect it without distorting it, and K&F filters do that.
15/12/2022
Both lenses are Sigma lenses with 2 different brands of UV filters on them. The lens on the left is my 150-500mm with a different brand filter. On the right is my 150-600mm lens with the K&F filter. The left lens looks a little blurry, but the K&F filter doesn't. Doesn't reduce the picture quality I can tell. You can feel it's weatherproof, but I'm not testing it to see if it really is. Comes in a plastic case No complaints so far.
14/12/2022