circular polarizers

Wondering if anyone has used Sunpak polarizers and their opinions. I guess in general if anyone has recommendations on a decent polarizer that doesn't break the bank. Less than 75-80$$ would be ideal.
thanks
Trav

Price will depend on the size of filter you need. In general you'll want to get one to fit your largest diameter and add step-up rings to mate it with your other lenses.
If you plan to use it on an ultra-wide lens you should consider a slim model (with no threads on the front) to avoid the risk vignetting.

In general I find Hoya HMC filters offer a good combination of quality and price.

Guy

I''m a long time user of the Hoya filters that Guy mentioned and they are a good product. The shop I work for has been carrying the Sunpak DHG digital Circular Polarizers for a few months and I'm impressed with the quality. The Sunpak is also a slim filter but with the front threads which will allow you to use your existing lens cap, the Hoya slim filters use a rubber lens cap that pushes on over the filter. My Hoya cap is always falling off the filter.

I agree with the Hoya HMC. Hoya also makes a line of single coated polarizers that should be in your price range.

I used to use the less expensive uncoated polarizers until I started photo'ing trains. The bright headlights cause massive flare & ghosting so I switched to multicoated filters. They eliminated the problem.


Kent in SD

Hi Kent,

I know what you're saying about the flare and ghosting with cheap filters. The Sunpak's are multi-coated and I was very surprised with how well they handle tough situations.

Travis, I have a couple unused and unneeded Sunpak filters that i was planning on putting for sale on EBAY. What sizes do you need ?
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