TheHoya 86mm Circular Polarizer Filterhelps to reduce reflections and glare by filtering out light that has become polarized due to reflection from a non-metallic surface. The light from the sun naturally becomes partially polarized due to reflecting off electrons in air molecules, causing the light to scatter into what appears as haze. A polarizing filter arranges, and filters, this directionally polarized light perpendicularly to the reflected light, allowing for the absorption of much of this light. This results in a noticeable reduction of glare and reflections from non-metallic surfaces and an increase in the saturation of skies and foliage. A circular polarizer only differs from a linear polarizer in that it contains a quarter wave plane in addition to the linear polarizing filter. The addition of this quarter wave plane is to circularly polarize the linearly polarized light for the use of auto focus and exposure functions. Due to how the light is broken down and filtered with a linear polarizer, auto focus and exposure accuracy become skewed during use. When the light becomes circularly polarized, it permits the use of these functions. This filter is non-coated and has approximately 93% average light transmission. It is constructed from optical glass and precision-milled aluminum-alloy frames.
TheHoya 86mm Circular Polarizer Filterhelps to reduce reflections and glare by filtering out light that has become polarized due to reflection from a non-metallic surface. The light from the sun naturally becomes partially polarized due to reflecting off electrons in air molecules, causing the light to scatter into what appears as haze. A polarizing filter arranges, and filters, this directionally polarized light perpendicularly to the reflected light, allowing for the absorption of much of this light. This results in a noticeable reduction of glare and reflections from non-metallic surfaces and an increase in the saturation of skies and foliage. A circular polarizer only differs from a linear polarizer in that it contains a quarter wave plane in addition to the linear polarizing filter. The addition of this quarter wave plane is to circularly polarize the linearly polarized light for the use of auto focus and exposure functions. Due to how the light is broken down and filtered with a linear polarizer, auto focus and exposure accuracy become skewed during use. When the light becomes circularly polarized, it permits the use of these functions. This filter is non-coated and has approximately 93% average light transmission. It is constructed from optical glass and precision-milled aluminum-alloy frames.
TheHoya 86mm Circular Polarizer Filterhelps to reduce reflections and glare by filtering out light that has become polarized due to reflection from a non-metallic surface. The light from the sun naturally becomes partially polarized due to reflecting off electrons in air molecules, causing the light to scatter into what appears as haze. A polarizing filter arranges, and filters, this directionally polarized light perpendicularly to the reflected light, allowing for the absorption of much of this light. This results in a noticeable reduction of glare and reflections from non-metallic surfaces and an increase in the saturation of skies and foliage. A circular polarizer only differs from a linear polarizer in that it contains a quarter wave plane in addition to the linear polarizing filter. The addition of this quarter wave plane is to circularly polarize the linearly polarized light for the use of auto focus and exposure functions. Due to how the light is broken down and filtered with a linear polarizer, auto focus and exposure accuracy become skewed during use. When the light becomes circularly polarized, it permits the use of these functions. This filter is non-coated and has approximately 93% average light transmission. It is constructed from optical glass and precision-milled aluminum-alloy frames.
TheHoya 86mm Circular Polarizer Filterhelps to reduce reflections and glare by filtering out light that has become polarized due to reflection from a non-metallic surface. The light from the sun naturally becomes partially polarized due to reflecting off electrons in air molecules, causing the light to scatter into what appears as haze. A polarizing filter arranges, and filters, this directionally polarized light perpendicularly to the reflected light, allowing for the absorption of much of this light. This results in a noticeable reduction of glare and reflections from non-metallic surfaces and an increase in the saturation of skies and foliage. A circular polarizer only differs from a linear polarizer in that it contains a quarter wave plane in addition to the linear polarizing filter. The addition of this quarter wave plane is to circularly polarize the linearly polarized light for the use of auto focus and exposure functions. Due to how the light is broken down and filtered with a linear polarizer, auto focus and exposure accuracy become skewed during use. When the light becomes circularly polarized, it permits the use of these functions. This filter is non-coated and has approximately 93% average light transmission. It is constructed from optical glass and precision-milled aluminum-alloy frames.
Last updated at 05/10/2026 20:00:06
Hoya 86mm Circular Polarizing Filter
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Hoya 86mm Polarizer Filter
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Hoya 86mm Circular Polarizer Filter Hoya Camera Filter
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Hoya 86mm Circular Polarizer Filter Hoya Camera Filter
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Hoya 86mm Circular Polarising Filter
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Hoya 86mm Circular Polarizer Filter
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Hoya Circular Polarising Filter (86mm)
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originally posted on adorama.com
Perfect filter to accompany my 16-35mm GM lens. This filter was recommended to me by a friend who regularly shoots for their production studio. I am more of a hobby photographer so I was apprehensive about getting such an expensive lens but for the clarity and lack of distortion to the final shot I pulled the trigger. I talked to the staff in store for a bit about the lens too and felt at ease with my purchase. Fit perfectly and shots come out clear as day. It's also easy to clean with an alcohol wipe and finger prints don't leave a huge mark due to the coasting so I am satisfied.
originally posted on bhphotovideo.com
I use this filter daily for street and landscape photography on a NIkkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S lens. Performance has been excellent. I have yet to see any visual artifacts introduced by the filter in my images. It stays relatively clean and dust free. I also use a Hoya 82mm HD3 UV filter on a Nikkor Z 50mm prime and have had a similar excellent performance from it.
originally posted on bhphotovideo.com
I bought it a week ago and tested in various light conditions. Good thing is that the filter doesn't dramatically change the color. The sharp knurling allows to turn it with lens hood installed. The quality is average. After unpacking, I found two tiny damaged spots on outer glass.The effectiveness is quite a low, even under the best sun/shooter position. Filter tends to collect dust and fingerprints (which are not easy to remove).I put 4 stars because it was a sale, and I was able to get it for $55. This is a fare price IMHO.If you are ready to spend more than a hundred, look rather for Formatt or B+W.
| Filter Factor | Between 2.3 and 2.8 (approx. +1.3 stops) |
| Multi-Coated | No |
| Rotating | Yes |
| Application | Nature, travel, outdoor photography |
| Color Temperature | No change |
Hoya 86mm Circular Polarizing Filter
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Hoya 86mm Polarizer Filter
Free delivery between 13–20 May
Hoya 86mm Circular Polarizer Filter Hoya Camera Filter
Delivery between Tue – Fri $9.95
Hoya 86mm Circular Polarizer Filter Hoya Camera Filter
Delivery between Tue – Fri $9.95
Hoya 86mm Circular Polarising Filter
Free delivery
Perfect filter to accompany my 16-35mm GM lens. This filter was recommended to me by a friend who regularly shoots for their production studio. I am more of a hobby photographer so I was apprehensive about getting such an expensive lens but for the clarity and lack of distortion to the final shot I pulled the trigger. I talked to the staff in store for a bit about the lens too and felt at ease with my purchase. Fit perfectly and shots come out clear as day. It's also easy to clean with an alcohol wipe and finger prints don't leave a huge mark due to the coasting so I am satisfied.
I use this filter daily for street and landscape photography on a NIkkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S lens. Performance has been excellent. I have yet to see any visual artifacts introduced by the filter in my images. It stays relatively clean and dust free. I also use a Hoya 82mm HD3 UV filter on a Nikkor Z 50mm prime and have had a similar excellent performance from it.
I bought it a week ago and tested in various light conditions. Good thing is that the filter doesn't dramatically change the color. The sharp knurling allows to turn it with lens hood installed. The quality is average. After unpacking, I found two tiny damaged spots on outer glass.The effectiveness is quite a low, even under the best sun/shooter position. Filter tends to collect dust and fingerprints (which are not easy to remove).I put 4 stars because it was a sale, and I was able to get it for $55. This is a fare price IMHO.If you are ready to spend more than a hundred, look rather for Formatt or B+W.
A circular polarizing filter is essential equipment for outdoor photography. Removing glare on water can make a whole different view available. Hoya filters have been on my lenses since my first foray into film imaging, and the quality of these filters remains top notch. Along with the Hoya UV your basic high quality filter needs are fulfilled.
Have these filters in this and many other sizes. Had problem with a Z lens picking up to much Blue/UV light so slapped this one. Made a difference. Most Blue gone. Had a complaint from a client about the blue and noticed no filter at all on the lens. Which is why am going thru all this endless testing drama to figure it out clinically,Just for fun, decided to test it out against the EVO Antistatic, my go to filter. Ran formal, double-blind tests on the lens in question, a Z 105mm Micro, plus on the 105mm F/1.4 for concurrence.Results: Both filters removed most, if not all of the UV and blue casts. Noticeably so. However, all is not equal. The HD3 was indeed more effective? Or just a bit warmer. And the colors seemed to be a bit deeper, richer and more saturated. ... MoreHave these filters in this and many other sizes. Had problem with a Z lens picking up to much Blue/UV light so slapped this one. Made a difference. Most Blue gone. Had a complaint from a client about the blue and noticed no filter at all on the lens. Which is why am going thru all this endless testing drama to figure it out clinically,Just for fun, decided to test it out against the EVO Antistatic, my go to filter. Ran formal, double-blind tests on the lens in question, a Z 105mm Micro, plus on the 105mm F/1.4 for concurrence.Results: Both filters removed most, if not all of the UV and blue casts. Noticeably so. However, all is not equal. The HD3 was indeed more effective? Or just a bit warmer. And the colors seemed to be a bit deeper, richer and more saturated. But we really are splitting but hairs here. It was hardly, but realistically noticeable.However ( another!? ). The HD3 absolutely transmits less light. Again splitting but hairs. But true. I would guess more than the published .1% difference, but less than a quarter of a stop. It is unmeasurable in daylight, but noticeable. I observed it because the HD3 gave noticeably more ompf to the color. Which is my hallmark. And which was surprising. Attempting to equalize the light input to the sensor did tame the color advantage of the HD3 very slightly. But just only.I went thru all this drama not only for normal lens use, but also in an attempt to equalize image quality from some of my Nikkor lenses, which on occasion can have bit of a stark, flarey look to them. Almost slightly desaturated. This happened with one of my Nikkor 105mm F/1.4s., which sent me in a rage after all the bucks I spent on it.The HD3 now sits on it. Problem not totally solved, but now the lens is in line with expectations.After testing, my protocols are going to be as follows. In general, will use the EVO Antistatic, as for most lenes it's enough. Perhaps even cleaner, if not as accurate. What is accurate anyway?But for any touchy Nikkor, I am going to slap an HD3 on. In a way, it makes the images look richer, sexier.So just put one the 85mm F/1.4 AF-S, 85mm F/1.8 AF-D ( notoriously hot and flarey ) and my Z 85mm F/1.8 which I do not like ( here come the death threats ), amongst other things for it's lack of richness, which the HD3 did absolutely help on.Choice is yours, but that was my conclusions. Good hunting.
This is a Ken Rockwell suggest -his reviews are great - but not this one. It's another one of those products that claims to be amazing but disappoints horrifically in another department - namely - LINTI can't find a cloth that will clean this hydrostatic Filter that will leave behind a giant swirl of micro lint. You will drive yourself crazy trying to get it clean - AVOID
I suspect that more than a few photographers avoid this polarizer because it's not coated. For decades, debate was hot and heavy as to whether or not coating was necessary on polarizers, due to the nature of the polarizing film involved. I don't recall the issue ever being settled definitively, but it didn't take the manufacturers long to figure out which version sold best. The majority of photographers were convinced by the marketing departments that coated filters, regardless of their intended function, were superior, and that was pretty much that. I have both coated and uncoated polarizers and they all perform as they should.I chose the HRT because of its lower filter factor (it passes slightly more light), which benefits the f/3.5 to 4.5 zoom that I bought it ... MoreI suspect that more than a few photographers avoid this polarizer because it's not coated. For decades, debate was hot and heavy as to whether or not coating was necessary on polarizers, due to the nature of the polarizing film involved. I don't recall the issue ever being settled definitively, but it didn't take the manufacturers long to figure out which version sold best. The majority of photographers were convinced by the marketing departments that coated filters, regardless of their intended function, were superior, and that was pretty much that. I have both coated and uncoated polarizers and they all perform as they should.I chose the HRT because of its lower filter factor (it passes slightly more light), which benefits the f/3.5 to 4.5 zoom that I bought it for. Nothing huge, but every little bit helps. Construction, smooth rotation and finish are Hoya-flawless.
The price point seems to be appropriate for the optical quality, however, it scratches unreasonably easy for something handled while out and about. I clumsily dropped the polarizer not even 1 into the plastic case that it comes in, and it scuffed on the raised plastic lip inside the case. I suggest reading the other (separate) reviews for the other sizes of this filter -- my experience wasn't unique.
The Leitz/Leica "swing out" polarizer was produced in various versions from 1939-2004 when I believe it was replaced by stock number 13356. The 13352 units are known for separation of the glass/polarizer/glass laminate, which introduced one or two air gaps into the stack and can ruin the device. The original laminate is made with two glass disks, one, furthest from the film, is of slightly larger diameter than the other. The package is glued into a brass ring and clamped and glued into the rotating portion of the 13352. It is about 2mm thick in total. Removing the glass / polarizer / glass stack from the Hoya is a good "drop in" replacement for the original brass encircled package in terms of diameter, but not thickness. The Hoya glass is approximately 1mm thick. ... MoreThe Leitz/Leica "swing out" polarizer was produced in various versions from 1939-2004 when I believe it was replaced by stock number 13356. The 13352 units are known for separation of the glass/polarizer/glass laminate, which introduced one or two air gaps into the stack and can ruin the device. The original laminate is made with two glass disks, one, furthest from the film, is of slightly larger diameter than the other. The package is glued into a brass ring and clamped and glued into the rotating portion of the 13352. It is about 2mm thick in total. Removing the glass / polarizer / glass stack from the Hoya is a good "drop in" replacement for the original brass encircled package in terms of diameter, but not thickness. The Hoya glass is approximately 1mm thick. The threaded retaining ring from the 13352 does not reach deeply enough to the 1mm thick Hoya glass to make mechanical contact.Tilting the filter back and forth, one can hear the glass tip and make a little noise. Since the original 13352 was glued together, I was able to glue the Hoya glass in place before screwing in the retaining ring, and then add a little glue on top of the glass, on the retaining ring side, to take up the gap when I installed the ring.Before the glue dried, I was able to rotate the Hoya glass with the same suction cup I used to place it in the rotating body of the filter, so that the polarizing axis aligned with two retaining holes visible from the rear when the filter in its "swung out" position for choosing the proper filter rotation. I used a second polarizing filter, with its axis marked, as a reference to find the axis for the Hoya glass.The result is a filter that works perfectly.Since the mechanical restraint relies on glue in one direction, I have some concern that pressing on the filter in the away from the lens sense may cause it to break out of the glue and loosen. So, I plan to be particularly careful cleaning it on that side.Naturally, this repair was not accomplished with Leica parts and Hoya never intended their filter to be cannibalized in this fashion, so, neither company is responsible for the combination. Further, filters repaired in this fashion should not be compared with used filters where the laminate filter stack has remained in good condition. However, I believe that if you have the tools, manual dexterity and can construct the necessary jig to prevent the filter from rotating when it is disassembled, this represents a "partial success report" for using the Hoya 46mm linear polarizing filter as a parts source:The filter is the proper diameter to replace the original stepped brass ring containing its glass/polarizer/glass laminate however it is TOO THIN to be mechanically constrained along the filter / lens axis. Adding glue on the non-camera side appears to take up this gap, at least in the short term.I will search for some sort of spacer ring to use in place of the glue.Please do not ask for consultation on the repair process. I am not prepared to give this. The purpose of this review was simply to let people know that the Hoya filter glass fits in terms of diameter, but it is too thin in terms of thickness. This may help others plan, and hopefully improve, their own repairs.
I use this 49mm on my little Fujifilm X70 (with a ring adapter to account for the lens movement when shooting close up) and never use a lens cap. These Hoyas have a good reputation and it seems to live up to its billing. Although honestly I'm not sure how much better it is than others in its class or even less expensive options. But I do like it quite a bit. It's my see through lens cap ; )
| Filter Factor | Between 2.3 and 2.8 (approx. +1.3 stops) |
| Multi-Coated | No |
| Rotating | Yes |
| Application | Nature, travel, outdoor photography |
| Color Temperature | No change |
