Camera lens filter Rollei 26233 — Ultraviolet (UV) filter, 55 mm

Rollei 26233 is a 55 mm Ultraviolet (UV) camera lens filter designed to reduce UV light and protect the front element of the lens. The filter consists of a single transparent glass element set in a black metal ring and is intended for photographers who need UV haze reduction and reliable front-lens protection in landscape, travel and outdoor photography. The glass construction and coatings are engineered to minimise UV transmission while preserving colour fidelity and image clarity.

Advantages

The Rollei 26233 UV filter reduces the UV component in ambient light that can cause bluish casts and subtle image blurring, improving clarity in scenes with strong scattered light. As a protective accessory it provides a sacrificial barrier for the lens front element, preventing scratches, dirt and direct contact damage. The filter's optical design and surface treatment aim to maintain neutral colour reproduction and low reflection, so it affects exposure and contrast only minimally while delivering long-term resistance to contaminants and abrasion.

Suitable for

• Landscape photography in bright daylight or hazy conditions
• Travel and outdoor photography where lens protection is required
• Architectural and city photography subject to UV haze or glare
• General-purpose use as a front element protector on 55 mm lenses

Key specifications

• Filter type: Ultraviolet (UV) optical filter
• Size / thread diameter: 55 mm
• Construction: single-piece transparent optical glass element in a black metal ring
• Optical performance: low UV transmission, designed for minimal colour shift and low reflection
• Surface treatment: durable protective coating to repel oil, water and dirt and reduce reflections
• Mechanical properties: robust metal ring designed for stable threading and field use
• Quantity: 1 piece

How to use

Screw the Rollei 26233 UV filter onto the front thread of any compatible 55 mm lens until it is hand-tight; avoid over-tightening. Use the filter as the outermost optical element during shooting to reduce UV haze and protect the lens surface. Clean the filter surface with lens-safe cleaning solutions and a microfiber cloth or lens tissue when necessary. When storing the lens without the filter, keep the filter in its protective case to prevent scratches.

Usage recommendations

Use the Rollei 26233 UV filter in bright daylight, coastal or high-altitude environments where UV scattering is significant, and whenever you want continuous front-lens protection without altering exposure. Remove the filter only when specific optical effects or specialised filters are required.