High-Transparency Polarizing Film, More Light = Better Pictures
The Hoya HD2 Circular Polarizer filter uses a newly developed High
Transparency (High-Trans) polarizing film that has 40% or 2/3 of a stop
better light transmission than standard circular polarizers. This means
more light entering the camera which translates to a greater selection
of shutter speeds and apertures. The High-Trans polarizing film also
has greater UV absorption properties enhancing scenic photography even
more.
The exclusive Hoya HD2 16-layer multi-coating found in the UV and
Protector is present on the HD2 Circular Polarizer. The top layer is
especially hard coated and more durable making it scratch and stain
resistant and water repellent.
Circular polarizing filters give scenic photography more punch by
darkening blue skies so that white clouds and foliage have better
contrast. Light rays become polarized when light reflects off a
non-metallic surface such as glass. It also happens as light travels
through the moisture and pollution in the atmosphere. A polarizing
filter absorbs polarized light and helps remove unwanted reflections
from non-metallic surfaces such as water and glass.
The HD2 series plus the EVO and NXT series filters are manufactured
by Hoya exclusively for distribution in the United States of America.
