Ultraviolet (UV) camera filter B+W 010 MASTER 72 mm Multi Resistant Coating

The B+W 010 MASTER Ultraviolet (UV) camera filter 72 mm with Multi Resistant Coating is a screwmount optical filter designed to reduce atmospheric haze and block ultraviolet light that can soften distant details. Made to fit lenses with a 72 mm thread, this filter combines optical glass and a durable multi-resistant coating to deliver improved clarity and color fidelity in outdoor and bright-light shooting conditions while offering surface protection for the front element of the lens.

Advantages

The filter reduces UV-induced bluish cast and atmospheric haze, improving perceived sharpness and color contrast without affecting visible-light exposure. The Multi Resistant Coating provides scratch resistance, easier cleaning, and reduced reflections on both sides of the glass. Constructed to align with standard 72 mm lens threads, it serves as a protective barrier against dust, moisture and minor impacts, preserving lens surfaces during routine use.

Suitable for

• Outdoor landscape and travel photography where distant detail clarity is important
• Bright daylight shooting at high elevations or over water to reduce haze and UV scatter
• Everyday lens protection during storage or transport
• Use with lenses that accept 72 mm screw-in filters for general-purpose filtering

Key specifications

• Filter type: Ultraviolet (UV) neutral-density blocking filter
• Mount size: 72 mm screw-in thread compatible with lenses having 72 mm filter rings
• Optical glass with multi-layer anti-reflective and protective coating
• Coating properties: scratch-resistant, hydrophobic and oleophobic surface treatments for easier cleaning
• Mechanical construction: slim profile metal ring to reduce vignetting on wide-angle lenses

How to use

Screw the filter into the front thread of a lens that accepts 72 mm filters until it seats securely; avoid overtightening. Use the filter continuously for outdoor shooting to minimize UV haze and protect the front element. The filter is neutral in visible light, so no exposure compensation is required under normal conditions. For cleaning, remove loose dust with a blower, then use a soft microfibre cloth and optical cleaning fluid suitable for coated glass. Store the filter in a protective case when not in use.

Usage recommendations

When shooting at long distances, at high altitudes or over reflective surfaces, keep the UV filter mounted to reduce bluish haze and preserve fine detail; remove only when stacking other specialized filters or when a different filter thread is required.