Camera lens polarising filter Kenko 236295, 62 mm, circular polariser

The Kenko circular polarising filter with a 62 mm thread is an optical accessory designed to control polarized light entering the lens. Constructed to fit lenses with a 62 mm front thread, this single-piece, black circular polariser helps reduce reflections and glare from non-metallic surfaces such as water, glass and foliage, while increasing color saturation and contrast. It is suitable for photographers seeking improved clarity and richer colors in landscape, outdoor and architectural photography where light polarization affects image quality.

Advantages

This circular polariser cuts unwanted reflections and surface glare without altering exposure settings, enabling clearer detail and deeper colors. By selectively reducing polarized light, it enhances sky contrast and the separation between clouds and blue sky, and it can reveal details beneath water surfaces and glass. The filter’s 62 mm thread ensures secure attachment to compatible lenses and its neutral black finish minimises stray light and visual distraction.

Suitable for

• Landscape and outdoor photography to enhance skies and foliage
• Architectural photography to control window and facade reflections
• Water and nature photography to reduce surface glare and reveal submerged details
• General outdoor shooting where polarized light affects contrast and color saturation

Key specifications

• Filter type: circular polariser
• Mount/thread size: 62 mm
• Color/finish: black
• Quantity: single filter unit

How to use

Screw the filter onto the front of a lens with a 62 mm thread until it is secure but not overtightened. Compose and focus the scene, then rotate the outer ring of the circular polariser while observing the viewfinder or live view to achieve the desired reduction in reflections and increase in color saturation. Adjust rotation to control the level of polarization effect; maximum effect typically occurs at a 90-degree angle to the light source. Re-check exposure and white balance after applying the filter, as minor exposure adjustments may be required.

Usage recommendations

Use when photographing skies, water, foliage or architectural exteriors in daylight. Avoid using the polariser at very wide focal lengths where uneven polarization can occur across the frame, and remove or store the filter when shooting in low light or night conditions to prevent unnecessary light loss. Clean with a soft microfiber cloth and appropriate lens cleaner to maintain optical performance.