The New Magnetic Control System (MCS) by Tiffen is an elegantly simple way to harness magnetic power to swiftly and securely attach Tiffen filters to lenses’ fronts. Developed to eliminate the hassle of threading filters on and off, while maintaining a safe and positive lock, MCS makes installation and removal lightning-fast. Works with off the shelf lenses. Direct fits 82mm, 77mm and 58mm lens fronts with step-up rings for other sizes. Fast and easy, no tools needed for installation. No lasting modification to the original lens. Filter Instantly attaches to Magnetic Holder. Each filter comes with a front and rear magnetic lens cap.
The New Magnetic Control System (MCS) by Tiffen is an elegantly simple way to harness magnetic power to swiftly and securely attach Tiffen filters to lenses’ fronts. Developed to eliminate the hassle of threading filters on and off, while maintaining a safe and positive lock, MCS makes installation and removal lightning-fast. Works with off the shelf lenses. Direct fits 82mm, 77mm and 58mm lens fronts with step-up rings for other sizes. Fast and easy, no tools needed for installation. No lasting modification to the original lens. Filter Instantly attaches to Magnetic Holder. Each filter comes with a front and rear magnetic lens cap.
The New Magnetic Control System (MCS) by Tiffen is an elegantly simple way to harness magnetic power to swiftly and securely attach Tiffen filters to lenses’ fronts. Developed to eliminate the hassle of threading filters on and off, while maintaining a safe and positive lock, MCS makes installation and removal lightning-fast. Works with off the shelf lenses. Direct fits 82mm, 77mm and 58mm lens fronts with step-up rings for other sizes. Fast and easy, no tools needed for installation. No lasting modification to the original lens. Filter Instantly attaches to Magnetic Holder. Each filter comes with a front and rear magnetic lens cap.
The New Magnetic Control System (MCS) by Tiffen is an elegantly simple way to harness magnetic power to swiftly and securely attach Tiffen filters to lenses’ fronts. Developed to eliminate the hassle of threading filters on and off, while maintaining a safe and positive lock, MCS makes installation and removal lightning-fast. Works with off the shelf lenses. Direct fits 82mm, 77mm and 58mm lens fronts with step-up rings for other sizes. Fast and easy, no tools needed for installation. No lasting modification to the original lens. Filter Instantly attaches to Magnetic Holder. Each filter comes with a front and rear magnetic lens cap.
Last updated at 05/10/2026 13:17:28
Tiffen 58mm Multicoated Uv Magnetic Control System (mcs) Filter
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originally posted on bhphotovideo.com
This review is from the perspective of a DSLR video shooter.The good news is that the new MCS system is really slick. It's a modest investment to get all the lenses adapted to it using MCS step up rings. Once that is done, you can quickly switch filters, and lenses just by snapping the filters on and off.Also, the variable has hard stops on 2 and 8, preventing you from turning the filter past it's useful range.I'll attach some images here to show why I'm disappointed with this.The worst results came from my Sony 14-35 lens. At 14mm, there is substantial vignetting, despite using the 72-77mm step up ring. Perhaps I should have gone with the 82mm filter? The cross hatching gets really bad after 5 stops, giving uneven brightness levels. The results are better ... MoreThis review is from the perspective of a DSLR video shooter.The good news is that the new MCS system is really slick. It's a modest investment to get all the lenses adapted to it using MCS step up rings. Once that is done, you can quickly switch filters, and lenses just by snapping the filters on and off.Also, the variable has hard stops on 2 and 8, preventing you from turning the filter past it's useful range.I'll attach some images here to show why I'm disappointed with this.The worst results came from my Sony 14-35 lens. At 14mm, there is substantial vignetting, despite using the 72-77mm step up ring. Perhaps I should have gone with the 82mm filter? The cross hatching gets really bad after 5 stops, giving uneven brightness levels. The results are better using my 50mm lens, (just look at the center portion of the example images) but there are still some areas of darker frame.While I don't like this variable ND, I'm still keeping the MCS system, and plan to use it on other filters.
originally posted on bhphotovideo.com
The Glimmerglass 1/2 is nice. The sharp edges are reduced but I still have detail. And being able to quickly pop off the filter for certain shots is awesome!
| Variant | |
| size | 58mm |
Tiffen 58mm Multicoated Uv Magnetic Control System (mcs) Filter
Delivery $25.76
Affiliate Disclosure: We may receive a small commission for purchases made through this link at no extra cost to you. This helps support our site. Thank you!
Tiffen Magnetic Control System UV Filter (58mm)
Delivery $4.90
Tiffen Multicoated UV MCS Filter
Delivery $9.90
Tiffen 58mm Multicoated UV Magnetic Control System Filter
Free delivery
Tiffen 58mm Multicoated UV MCS Magnetic Filter
Delivery between 15–19 May $8.95
This review is from the perspective of a DSLR video shooter.The good news is that the new MCS system is really slick. It's a modest investment to get all the lenses adapted to it using MCS step up rings. Once that is done, you can quickly switch filters, and lenses just by snapping the filters on and off.Also, the variable has hard stops on 2 and 8, preventing you from turning the filter past it's useful range.I'll attach some images here to show why I'm disappointed with this.The worst results came from my Sony 14-35 lens. At 14mm, there is substantial vignetting, despite using the 72-77mm step up ring. Perhaps I should have gone with the 82mm filter? The cross hatching gets really bad after 5 stops, giving uneven brightness levels. The results are better ... MoreThis review is from the perspective of a DSLR video shooter.The good news is that the new MCS system is really slick. It's a modest investment to get all the lenses adapted to it using MCS step up rings. Once that is done, you can quickly switch filters, and lenses just by snapping the filters on and off.Also, the variable has hard stops on 2 and 8, preventing you from turning the filter past it's useful range.I'll attach some images here to show why I'm disappointed with this.The worst results came from my Sony 14-35 lens. At 14mm, there is substantial vignetting, despite using the 72-77mm step up ring. Perhaps I should have gone with the 82mm filter? The cross hatching gets really bad after 5 stops, giving uneven brightness levels. The results are better using my 50mm lens, (just look at the center portion of the example images) but there are still some areas of darker frame.While I don't like this variable ND, I'm still keeping the MCS system, and plan to use it on other filters.
The Glimmerglass 1/2 is nice. The sharp edges are reduced but I still have detail. And being able to quickly pop off the filter for certain shots is awesome!
| Variant | |
| size | 58mm |
