Filter B+W Basic 040 Orange MRC 55mm (model 1102658)

B+W Basic 040 Orange MRC 55mm is a screw-on photographic filter designed to modify color balance and enhance mid-tone contrast in captured images. With a 55mm thread diameter, this orange filter fits lenses that accept 55mm filters and is intended for creative color correction, warming scenes, and emphasizing skin tones. The filter features B+W's multicoating (MRC) to minimize surface reflections and reduce lens flare, preserving image clarity and contrast when shooting in varied lighting conditions.

Advantages

This 55mm orange filter provides gentle color warming and improved tonal separation without the need for digital correction. The MRC multicoating reduces unwanted reflections and ghosting, helping to maintain sharpness and contrast. The screw-on mount ensures secure attachment and compatibility with lenses that have a 55mm filter thread, while the slim construction minimizes vignetting on wide-angle lenses.

Suitable for

• Portrait photography to subtly enhance skin tones and warmth
• Landscape photography to add warmth and contrast in early morning or late afternoon light
• Creative and color-correction workflows where orange toning is desired
• On-location shoots where reduced reflections and controlled flare are beneficial

Key specifications

• Filter type: Orange color correction / warming filter
• Thread diameter: 55 mm screw-on mount compatible with 55mm lenses
• Coating: Multicoating (MRC) to reduce reflections and flare
• Construction: Thin profile to limit vignetting on wide-angle lenses
• Optical effect: Mid-tone contrast enhancement and color warming

How to use

Screw the filter onto the front thread of a lens with a 55mm diameter until it sits securely but without excessive force. Compose and expose as usual; the orange filter will alter color balance and increase contrast, so check white balance and exposure settings to achieve the desired result. When using in bright conditions, verify that the multicoating reduces flare by observing highlights and adjusting angle or shading if necessary. Remove and store the filter in its case when not in use to protect the glass and coatings.

Usage recommendations

For portrait work, use the filter to achieve warmer skin tones while monitoring white balance to avoid excessive orange cast. For landscapes, combine the filter with standard exposure techniques during golden hour to enhance warmth and mid-tone contrast. Clean coated surfaces with a soft microfiber cloth and appropriate optical cleaner to maintain coating performance.