Prime Plasma Sputtering C-P.L
Prime Plasma Sputtering C-P.L
Prime Plasma Sputtering C-P.L
Prime Plasma Sputtering C-P.L
Prime Plasma Sputtering C-P.L
Prime Plasma Sputtering C-P.L
Prime Plasma Sputtering C-P.L
Prime Plasma Sputtering C-P.L
Prime Plasma Sputtering C-P.L
Prime Plasma Sputtering C-P.L
Prime Plasma Sputtering C-P.L
Prime Plasma Sputtering C-P.L
Prime Plasma Sputtering C-P.L
Scratch-resistant

    Prime Plasma Sputtering C-P.L

    $95.23 USD

    Key Features

    A breakthrough Polarizer realizing extremely clear vision even under backlight scene 
    Neutral gray color balance
    Enhanced scratch-resistant performance on the glass surface
    The most outstanding maintenance performance, Dust-/Water-/Oil-/Fingerprint-resistant
    Ultra-thin-aluminum frame structure
    Low profile & easy handling rotating filter
    Made in Japan

    • Product Type: POLARIZER
    • Barcode: 4957638285063

    Marumi Prime Plasma Sputtering C-P.L

    A breakthrough technology, "Plasma Sputtering" coating pursuing the top of the top polarizer realized the Marumi Prime Plasma Sputtering C-P.L (Plasma CPL), which enabled an extremely clear vision even under a backlight scene by lowering the reflectance to the limit, almost perfectly neutralized color balance, and the spectacularly enhanced scratch-resistant performance.

    • Absolutely close to the neutral gray, redressing the yellowish color balance that originated from Polarizer. Contrast-enhanced, more saturation is provided, and the blue sky will be vividly deepened.
    • The Plasma Sputtering coating technology implemented/ Twenty-eight layers in total on both sides with a reflection rate under 0.18% (400-700nm average)
    • Static quick discharge works wonders on the surface of the glass, which is structured to prevent static electricity. Dust and dirt are hardly adhered to the surface; even if they do, the blower blows them off quickly and easily.
    • Water-/oil repellence sheds water simply by the air blower. Nuisances such as sweat, skin crème, lotion, fingerprints, or compounded grease stains will be wiped off.
    • While color neutrality is given priority to avoid a yellowish color shift, the transmittance rate remains approximately 33%. (400-700nm average)
    • Realized an ultra-thin aluminum rotating structure to avoid vignetting.
    • Knurling embedded in the lightweight frame enables easy and smooth handling.
    • Made in Japan, lamination technology has been indurated by decades of technical succession.

     

    Photography-LUKE-H.-OZAWA

    Picture taken with Plasma CPL by ©LUKE H. OZAWA

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    What are the benefits of using a polarizing filter?
    Why is a polarizing filter recognized among most photographers as an essential must-have? Does Photoshop or another equivalent editing tool work instead of a polarizer?

    A polarizing filter allows you to;
    - control reflections from non-metallic objects; the surface of water, window, or glossy coating/painting.
    - To prevent and reduce glare, but still allow plenty of light through. It also makes subjects underwater transparent.
    - Enhance color saturation and contrast, especially under a scene of deep blue sky, vivid white clouds, spring greenery, or autumn color of leaves.

    Have you ever experienced, when taking landscape photography, ending up with a little different color from the actual landscape you have seen? The sky must have been more vivid and bluish in your eyes.
    A polarizing filter can properly contrast the crystal blue sky and the white clouds.
    Many photographers predominantly carry a polarizing filter, particularly for landscape photography next step after Lens Protector/UV filter in terms of protection, for some reason.
    The effects of polarizers cannot be easily mimicked with digital editing. Carrying a polarizer makes your image more vivid and clear, turning the actual landscape you've seen into your picture.

     

    ©Noriko-Kita_Yamanashi

    Picture taken with Plasma CPL by ©Noriko Kita

     

    ©Koji-Yoneya

    Picture taken with Plasma CPL by ©Koji Yoneya


    Photographers should keep in mind that a polarising filter will reduce a certain amount of light passing through the camera body in exchange for giving a polarizing effect.
    Therefore, it is better not to use a polarizer under poor light conditions.
    It is also better to consider attaching a High-Transmittance Circular Polarizer (HTC) close to one F-stop, while other conventional polarizers are equivalent to 1.5 stops.

    In post-production, the Polarizing effect cannot be reproduced because it changes the light entering your lens.
    Those are the reasons why the Polarizing filter is a must-have filter.

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    General Info
    Category Screw-in
    Model Marumi Prime Plasma Sputtering C-P.L
    Brand PRIME
    Type Polarizer
    Available Sizes, mm 67, 72, 77, 82
    Main Characteristics
    Filter factor 3.0x
    F-stop reduction 1.6
    Transmittance(Average) 33%
    Reflectance 0.18%
    Coating Static-resistant
    Coating Water-/Oil Repellent, Fingerprint-resistant
    Coating Low reflection
    Coating Ultra scratch resistant
    Coating Fingerprint resistant
    Frame Material Aluminum
    Frame structure Rotating
    Frame structure Ultra thin frame
    Frame structure Satin finish
    Frame structure Knurling
    Frame structure Lens cap attachable

    Optical Properties of Prime Plasma Sputtering C-P.L

    The plasma CPL has the world lowest class reflection rate of 0.18%, under the whole visible range in average. (400-700nm).

    The plasma CPL has the ideal neutral color balance centered in RGB (ISO 6728:1983).

    HOW TO PREVENT DETERIORATION OF POLARIZERS?

    Question:
    It seems that my polarizing filter has discolored and the polarizing effect has diminished. Why is that happening?

    Answer:
    Polarizers are not immune to deterioration under prolonged exposure to light and heat. Please read the article linked and learn the factors that contribute to their wear & tear, as well as to mitigate these effects.

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