Difference between Hoya 58CIR or Hoya HMC ? Trying to decide between the regular Hoya Circular Polaraizing Filter or the HMC. Does the more expensive HMC give that much better results to justify the price? Difference between Hoya 58CIR or Hoya HMC ? Trying to decide between the regular Hoya Circular Polaraizing Filter or the HMC. Does the more expensive HMC give that much better results to justify... » Read More Difference between Hoya 58CIR or Hoya HMC ? Trying to decide between the regular Hoya Circular Polaraizing Filter or the HMC. Does the more expensive HMC give that much better results to justify the price? « Show Less
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Thank you, Ken. I'm new to digital photography. I'm grateful for folks like you who take the time to answer an amateur's question in such explanatory detail and depth.Billie
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There are different manufacturers and each one makes them a little different. I ordered two different brands and can tell you that these particular ones were better. They worked great. The other brand I bought had more of a wrap around style and weren't nearly as good as these. I'm not sure what you're talking about when you say there are different photos. I did not see two different styles of glasses when I was on this screen.
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Well its funny you ask...my buddy just purchased the MTAC and after testing both of them out. This is what I concluded.Clarity...Both are equaldurability...Both are equalthe only advantage I see is that the Bushnell is more compact and the reticle doesn't cover the target as much and it is easier because of the lever to switch magnification. I like my Bushnell more than his burris but he likes his over mine cause he likes the large reticle. I have no complaints and love the scope. Both do slightly bleed in super dark settings on full brightness but all you do is turn it down 3 clicks and your there. Hope this helps.Justin Lincoln Well its funny you ask...my buddy just purchased the MTAC and after testing both of them out. This is what I concluded.Clarity...Both are equaldurability...Both are equalthe only advantage I see is that the Bushnell is more compact and the reticle doesn't cover the target as much and it is easier because of the lever to switch magnification. I like my Bushnell more than his burris but he likes his over mine cause he likes the large reticle. I have no complaints and love the scope. Both do slightly bleed in super dark settings on full brightness but all you do is turn it... » Read More Well its funny you ask...my buddy just purchased the MTAC and after testing both of them out. This is what I concluded.Clarity...Both are equaldurability...Both are equalthe only advantage I see is that the Bushnell is more compact and the reticle doesn't cover the target as much and it is easier because of the lever to switch magnification. I like my Bushnell more than his burris but he likes his over mine cause he likes the large reticle. I have no complaints and love the scope. Both do slightly bleed in super dark settings on full brightness but all you do is turn it down 3 clicks and your there. Hope this helps.Justin Lincoln « Show Less
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I have both, as far as I can tell there is no difference. They both work the same. Buy whichever cost less. I think it's more of a style thing...
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Who knows? There are better filters out there. The one I got did not come with any paper work that details its campliblities. A monolithic filter or the ones that go in a Berky are good filters. They list exactly what they filter out.
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Hi, I found no difference whatsoever! I alternate between the 2 of them depending on which one is cheaper! Hope that helps! :)
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They are for completely different purposes. UV filter is more transparent; polarizer--among many other things--darkens skies and removes reflections.
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The Nocticron IMO is better corrected and more Leica-like. The Voigtlanders get a tiny bit more light but the rendering is different. The 42.5/0.95 was excellent before the Nocticron was released but after comparing images from both, the Nocticron just seems to be better. The 25/0.95 is a different focal length but is also a fast lens which now has a clickless aperture ring. I'm a stills person so this is from a stills perspective. If you're into video, the Voigtlanders are tough to beat due to the clickless aperture rings. If you need optical stabilization however, the Nocticron is your best bet that is still fast and mid-telephoto. The Nocticron IMO is better corrected and more Leica-like. The Voigtlanders get a tiny bit more light but the rendering is different. The 42.5/0.95 was excellent before the Nocticron was released but after comparing images from both, the Nocticron just seems to be better. The 25/0.95 is a different focal length but is also a fast lens which now has a clickless aperture ring. I'm a stills person so this is from a stills perspective. If you're into video, the Voigtlanders are tough to beat due to the clickless aperture rings. If you need optical stabilization however, the Nocticron is your... » Read More The Nocticron IMO is better corrected and more Leica-like. The Voigtlanders get a tiny bit more light but the rendering is different. The 42.5/0.95 was excellent before the Nocticron was released but after comparing images from both, the Nocticron just seems to be better. The 25/0.95 is a different focal length but is also a fast lens which now has a clickless aperture ring. I'm a stills person so this is from a stills perspective. If you're into video, the Voigtlanders are tough to beat due to the clickless aperture rings. If you need optical stabilization however, the Nocticron is your best bet that is still fast and mid-telephoto. « Show Less
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In days past Tiffen was a good quality middle of the road (cost) filter. They've cheaped them up to point I wouldn't own one. Hoya is a similar filter. The best filter's I've used over last 45 years are by B + W.
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Hello Howard If you are purchasing the Hoya NDX 400, you will be looking at a 9 stop reduction. The filter is used very effectively in long exposure photography. Dave
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Thank you very much, after reading both reviews, I was wondering the exact same thing. Since essentially they are the same, i will purchase the less expensive. Thanks again
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This is a great filter - but whether or not to use it depends on your camera. If you're using any Nikon digital, you're good. And it should work fine with other digital cameras - Canon, etc. There may be one out there that is slightly thinner giving you a lesser chance of vignetting at 11mm. The Hoya 72mm DMC PRO1 would be a good choice. Slim for sure and I've had good luck with Hoya filters.
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Good eye, sir. I do see where you are correct on Canon's website. I missed that detail in the comparison. Normally I'd say I wouldn't notice the difference in quality, but given I'll be putting this on my 56 inch HDTV, I bet it will be noticeable. The HF100 does feel cheaper. The extra bulk from the HDD makes the unit more managable. That plus the menu makes it less appealing.I would say the extra $65-70 is justifiable given the 60gb of included space, especially considering if you can get your hands on a 32gb SD card you'll be paying well over $100. Maybe in a year it will be <$100, but by then these camcorders will be cheaper anyway. I've made up my mind on the HG20! Good eye, sir. I do see where you are correct on Canon's website. I missed that detail in the comparison. Normally I'd say I wouldn't notice the difference in quality, but given I'll be putting this on my 56 inch HDTV, I bet it will be noticeable. The HF100 does feel cheaper. The extra bulk from the HDD makes the unit more managable. That plus the menu makes it less appealing.I would say the extra $65-70 is justifiable given the 60gb of included space, especially considering if you can get your hands on a 32gb SD card you'll be paying well over $100. Maybe in a year... » Read More Good eye, sir. I do see where you are correct on Canon's website. I missed that detail in the comparison. Normally I'd say I wouldn't notice the difference in quality, but given I'll be putting this on my 56 inch HDTV, I bet it will be noticeable. The HF100 does feel cheaper. The extra bulk from the HDD makes the unit more managable. That plus the menu makes it less appealing.I would say the extra $65-70 is justifiable given the 60gb of included space, especially considering if you can get your hands on a 32gb SD card you'll be paying well over $100. Maybe in a year it will be <$100, but by then these camcorders will be cheaper anyway. I've made up my mind on the HG20! « Show Less
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Basic difference is the opacity. Higher is the number, darker is the filter. Yo should use filters for long expositions pictures or if you have cleary lenses (f low, for example 1,2). Also you can use these filters to take pictures of light sources, such as sunsets.
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They seem exactly the same in regard to functionality. The only difference I can tell is that this one has a hard plastic shell and the round one does not. This would be useful in cases where liquid can get on the filter or stray sparks could land on it and cause damage (in uses with welding). This one is protected against the elements and will therefore last longer. I'm sure the round filters are fine if well taken care of and not used in environments where they can get damaged. Hope this helps.
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Panasonic circular polarizer filter DMW-LPL46 (46mm) is a really nice polarizer ( I have it). It sells for about $75.00. I also have a Tiffin red enhancing filter for fall foliage ( you don't really need this one, I just like to use it for the maples around here). You might also consider a neutral density filter from B+W, HOYA, or another good brand .
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I think there is no difference. It depends on the price. You will be able to choose better one for you. Good luck.