Circular Polarizing Filter Kenko RealPro MC C-PL 86mm for DSLR and mirrorless lenses

Kenko RealPro MC C-PL 86mm is a circular polarizing filter engineered for DSLR and mirrorless camera lenses with an 86mm front thread. The filter reduces surface reflections from non-metallic surfaces such as water and glass, increases color saturation and improves contrast in outdoor scenes. Multi-coated surfaces help minimize flare and ghosting under strong light, while the circular polarization design maintains reliable exposure metering and autofocus performance on modern camera systems.

Advantages

The multi-coating reduces internal reflections and enhances light transmission for clearer images with fewer artifacts. Circular polarization allows consistent camera metering and autofocus operation while providing effective glare removal and deeper blue tones in skies. The mechanical design is thin enough to reduce vignetting on wide-angle lenses and provides a secure threaded mount that fits lenses with 86mm filter threads.

Suitable for

• Landscape photography — enhancing sky contrast and foliage saturation
• Architecture and urban photography — reducing window and building facade reflections
• Water scenes — cutting surface glare from rivers, lakes and wet surfaces
• Outdoor portraiture — controlling highlights and improving color depth

Key specifications

• Filter type: Circular polarizer (C-PL)
• Diameter: 86 mm front thread compatible
• Optical treatment: Multi-coated surfaces to reduce flare and ghosting
• Material: Optical glass element with metal thin-frame mount
• Mount type: Screw-in filter for standard 86 mm lens threads

How to use

Screw the filter onto the lens front thread until snug; avoid overtightening. While composing the shot, rotate the outer ring to adjust the polarization effect and examine the viewfinder or live view to determine the desired reduction of reflections and color saturation. For maximum sky darkening, aim the camera roughly 90 degrees from the sun and fine-tune the rotation. When stacking filters, check for vignetting on wide-angle lenses and remove the filter if neutral density or other attachments cause mechanical interference.

Usage recommendations

Use the filter outdoors for scenes with reflective surfaces or when you need richer colors and improved contrast. Keep the glass clean and store the filter in a protective case when not in use. When shooting with very wide lenses, confirm that the filter does not introduce vignetting; consider a slim-profile holder if necessary.