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**Biff** · 05-13-2013, 07:29 PM

Howdy-

I need to buy a 62mm circular polarizer for an upcoming vacation and was wondering which one now represent a good value for the money. Any suggestions? I'd like a fairly thin one, I think.

Apologies if this is the wrong forum for this.

Thanks.

Docrwm · 05-13-2013, 07:39 PM

I prefer the Marumi filters myself. Their Super DHG filters wipe clean more easily than any other filter I have owned.
Amazon.com: Marumi 62mm 62 Super DHG MC CPL PL.D Slim Thin Filter Japan: Camera & Photo

If you specifically need a slim filter than here is a Marumi:
Amazon.com: Marumi DHG MC CPL PL (D) 62mm 62 Slim Thin Filter Digital High Grade Japan: Camera & Photo

There's a thread here where CPLs are discussed:
https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-slr-lens-discussion/219282-hawaii-...-18-135wr.html

There are many other threads if you use the search function.

carrrlangas · 05-13-2013, 08:00 PM

Originally posted by Docrwm

I prefer the Marumi filters myself. Their Super DHG filters wipe clean more easily than any other filter I have owned.
Amazon.com: Marumi 62mm 62 Super DHG MC CPL PL.D Slim Thin Filter Japan: Camera & Photo

If you specifically need a slim filter than here is a Marumi:
Amazon.com: Marumi DHG MC CPL PL (D) 62mm 62 Slim Thin Filter Digital High Grade Japan: Camera & Photo

There's a thread here where CPLs are discussed:
https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-slr-lens-discussion/219282-hawaii-...-18-135wr.html

There are many other threads if you use the search function.

+1 for the marumis SUPER DHG (the "super" part is like the SP coating on pentax lens)

LowVoltage · 05-13-2013, 08:14 PM

Although I don't have experience with Marumis like Docrwm, a lot of online reviews seem to indicate they are exactly what you're looking for: good quality and reasonable price tag. I'm not in a position to buy new gear right now, but I'm inclined to try the Marumi brand some time in the future. One thing about Marumi; they don't seem to do very much advertising, making them a well kept secret (as I see it, anyway). Perhaps the lack of advertising helps keep the prices down?

Also, the Hoya/Kenko Pro 1 Digital line are worth considering. I have a Pro 1 Digital CPL for the odd occasion when I'm using my DA 18-55mm. Again - good quality and reasonably priced, although I suspect the Marumis are actually better. The Hoyas fall short of B+W quality, but still good. Some people have complained the Pro 1 Digitals are hard to clean, and I can confirm this issue with a P1D UV filter I have. My CPL, however, does not seen to be afflicted with this problem.

**Biff** · 05-13-2013, 08:42 PM

Perfect. Thank you all very much.

civiletti · 05-13-2013, 09:09 PM

You can get good prices on Marumi CPL's on ebay.

Ken T · 05-13-2013, 09:16 PM

Polarizing filters test - Results and summary - Lenstip.com

drugal · 05-14-2013, 07:29 PM

Looks like you already took this advice, but I've had good luck with the Murami CPL as well.

FabioPirovano · 08-31-2013, 05:51 AM

For my K30 + 18/135 wr which filter 52mm or 72mm???

**rbefly** · 08-31-2013, 06:21 AM

Hello Fabio, welcome to the Forum!
According to our lens reviews, the filter size on the DA 18-135mm is 62mm. This is the size you'll need for any filter, including a circular Polarizer (CPL).
I'll add a + 1 for Marumi's, they offer the best price/performance/quality ratio, imo.
Ron

**mgvh** · 08-31-2013, 07:40 AM

I also give a vote for the Marumi Super DHG CPL.
I bought mine from 2filter and can commend their excellent service.

FabioPirovano · 08-31-2013, 12:44 PM

Originally posted by rbefly

Hello Fabio, welcome to the Forum!
According to our lens reviews, the filter size on the DA 18-135mm is 62mm. This is the size you'll need for any filter, including a circular Polarizer (CPL).
I'll add a + 1 for Marumi's, they offer the best price/performance/quality ratio, imo.
Ron

Thank you so much for your Reply, I will try to get a Marumi 62 mm!

FabioPirovano · 08-31-2013, 12:46 PM

Originally posted by mgvh

I also give a vote for the Marumi Super DHG CPL.
I bought mine from 2filter and can commend their excellent service.

Thank you so much, I read about Hoya HD but now I have something to compare

05-13-2013, 07:29 PM	#1
Biff Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: SF Bay Area Photos: Albums Posts: 1,084	Best Circular Polarizer Value? Howdy- I need to buy a 62mm circular polarizer for an upcoming vacation and was wondering which one now represent a good value for the money. Any suggestions? I'd like a fairly thin one, I think. Apologies if this is the wrong forum for this. Thanks.

05-13-2013, 09:09 PM	#6
civiletti Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Oregon Photos: Albums Posts: 1,435	You can get good prices on Marumi CPL's on ebay. Last edited by civiletti; 05-13-2013 at 10:09 PM. Reason: missed word

08-31-2013, 06:21 AM	#10
rbefly Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Denver, Colorado Photos: Albums Posts: 2,030	Filter Size? Hello Fabio, welcome to the Forum! According to our lens reviews, the filter size on the DA 18-135mm is 62mm. This is the size you'll need for any filter, including a circular Polarizer (CPL). I'll add a + 1 for Marumi's, they offer the best price/performance/quality ratio, imo. Ron

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05-13-2013, 07:39 PM	#2
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	I prefer the Marumi filters myself. Their Super DHG filters wipe clean more easily than any other filter I have owned. Amazon.com: Marumi 62mm 62 Super DHG MC CPL PL.D Slim Thin Filter Japan: Camera & Photo If you specifically need a slim filter than here is a Marumi: Amazon.com: Marumi DHG MC CPL PL (D) 62mm 62 Slim Thin Filter Digital High Grade Japan: Camera & Photo There's a thread here where CPLs are discussed: https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-slr-lens-discussion/219282-hawaii-...-18-135wr.html There are many other threads if you use the search function.

05-13-2013, 08:00 PM	#3
carrrlangas Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Joensuu (Finland) Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,761	Originally posted by Docrwm I prefer the Marumi filters myself. Their Super DHG filters wipe clean more easily than any other filter I have owned. Amazon.com: Marumi 62mm 62 Super DHG MC CPL PL.D Slim Thin Filter Japan: Camera & Photo If you specifically need a slim filter than here is a Marumi: Amazon.com: Marumi DHG MC CPL PL (D) 62mm 62 Slim Thin Filter Digital High Grade Japan: Camera & Photo There's a thread here where CPLs are discussed: https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-slr-lens-discussion/219282-hawaii-...-18-135wr.html There are many other threads if you use the search function. +1 for the marumis SUPER DHG (the "super" part is like the SP coating on pentax lens)

05-13-2013, 08:14 PM	#4
LowVoltage Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Mount Joy, PA Photos: Gallery Posts: 544	Although I don't have experience with Marumis like Docrwm, a lot of online reviews seem to indicate they are exactly what you're looking for: good quality and reasonable price tag. I'm not in a position to buy new gear right now, but I'm inclined to try the Marumi brand some time in the future. One thing about Marumi; they don't seem to do very much advertising, making them a well kept secret (as I see it, anyway). Perhaps the lack of advertising helps keep the prices down? Also, the Hoya/Kenko Pro 1 Digital line are worth considering. I have a Pro 1 Digital CPL for the odd occasion when I'm using my DA 18-55mm. Again - good quality and reasonably priced, although I suspect the Marumis are actually better. The Hoyas fall short of B+W quality, but still good. Some people have complained the Pro 1 Digitals are hard to clean, and I can confirm this issue with a P1D UV filter I have. My CPL, however, does not seen to be afflicted with this problem.

05-13-2013, 08:42 PM	#5
Biff Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: SF Bay Area Photos: Albums Posts: 1,084 Original Poster	Perfect. Thank you all very much.

05-13-2013, 09:16 PM	#7
Ken T Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: California, USA Posts: 536	Polarizing filters test - Results and summary - Lenstip.com

05-14-2013, 07:29 PM	#8
drugal Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Detroit suburbs Photos: Gallery Posts: 259	Looks like you already took this advice, but I've had good luck with the Murami CPL as well.

08-31-2013, 05:51 AM	#9
FabioPirovano Forum Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Torino Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 75	For my K30 + 18/135 wr which filter 52mm or 72mm???

08-31-2013, 07:40 AM	#11
mgvh Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: MD Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,033	I also give a vote for the Marumi Super DHG CPL. I bought mine from 2filter and can commend their excellent service.

08-31-2013, 12:44 PM	#12
FabioPirovano Forum Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Torino Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 75	Originally posted by rbefly Hello Fabio, welcome to the Forum! According to our lens reviews, the filter size on the DA 18-135mm is 62mm. This is the size you'll need for any filter, including a circular Polarizer (CPL). I'll add a + 1 for Marumi's, they offer the best price/performance/quality ratio, imo. Ron Thank you so much for your Reply, I will try to get a Marumi 62 mm!

08-31-2013, 12:46 PM	#13
FabioPirovano Forum Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Torino Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 75	Originally posted by mgvh I also give a vote for the Marumi Super DHG CPL. I bought mine from 2filter and can commend their excellent service. Thank you so much, I read about Hoya HD but now I have something to compare

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