Marumi 52mm UV Filter

Marumi
Product # MRL319MFR #ASF52UVASIN: B0791748PP
MarumiProduct # MRL319MFR #ASF52UVASIN: B0791748PP
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Marumi 52mm UV Filter
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Pickup at Fairfield
$4.95

Key Features

  • 52mm UV protective filter designed for lenses with a 52mm front filter thread
  • Helps reduce ultraviolet haze for cleaner outdoor and scenic photography
  • Clear optical design allows everyday use without affecting overall color balance
  • Acts as a protective barrier against dust, fingerprints, moisture, and light impact
  • Slim, lightweight accessory that is easy to leave on the lens at all times
  • Ideal for general photography, travel, landscapes, and routine lens protection
In Stock
Pickup at Fairfield
$4.95
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OVERVIEW

The Marumi 52mm UV Filter is a classic everyday lens accessory designed to improve shooting convenience while adding a valuable layer of front-element protection. Built for lenses with a 52mm filter thread, this ultraviolet filter helps cut atmospheric UV haze that can soften distant scenes, especially in bright outdoor conditions, while maintaining a clear, neutral look suitable for daily use.

Compatible With

  • Lenses with a 52mm front filter thread

Everyday Optical Protection

The biggest benefit of a UV filter for many photographers is lens protection. By placing a clear filter in front of the lens, you create a first line of defense against dust, fingerprints, accidental smudges, light moisture, and minor knocks. This can be especially helpful when shooting outdoors, traveling, or working in changing conditions where cleaning the filter is preferable to cleaning the lens itself.

UV Haze Reduction

Traditionally, UV filters were used to reduce the bluish cast and atmospheric haze that can appear in film photography and in some high-altitude or coastal environments. While modern digital sensors already compensate for much of this, a UV filter can still be useful for clearer distant landscape images and as a permanently mounted protective accessory. It is a practical choice for photographers who want simple, no-fuss lens protection with optical utility.

Clear, Neutral Image Quality

Because this is a clear UV filter rather than a creative effect filter, it is intended to preserve the lens's natural rendering without dramatically changing exposure or color. That makes it ideal for leaving on the lens during portraits, travel photography, street shooting, everyday family photos, and general outdoor use. It is a straightforward accessory that supports the lens rather than altering its signature look.

52mm Thread Compatibility

This filter fits any lens that accepts 52mm screw-in filters. Many compact primes, kit zooms, and legacy lenses use this common size. Always confirm the lens thread marking, usually shown on the front of the lens barrel or lens cap with the Ø symbol followed by 52mm, before purchasing.

Why Choose a UV Filter

Compared with specialty filters such as circular polarizers or neutral density filters, a UV filter is the simplest option for constant use. A polarizer changes reflections and can reduce light transmission, while an ND filter is used specifically to reduce exposure for creative control. A UV filter, by contrast, is generally chosen for protection and basic haze reduction, making it one of the most practical accessories for photographers who want everyday readiness.

Recommended Uses

This filter is well suited for travel, hiking, landscape photography, city shooting, casual portraits, and everyday carry. It is especially convenient on lenses that are frequently stored in bags, swapped in the field, or used around sand, dust, drizzle, or busy events where the front element can be exposed to fingerprints and debris.

Usage Tips

  • Verify that your lens has a 52mm filter thread before installation.
  • Clean the filter regularly with a blower and microfiber cloth to maintain best image quality.
  • Use the filter together with a lens hood for even better protection against flare and impact.
  • Remove and inspect the filter if you notice unusual reflections when shooting directly into strong light sources.
  • Keep a protective filter case if you rotate filters between multiple lenses.

Recommended Accessories

  • 52mm lens cap for secure front protection when not in use
  • Lens cleaning kit with blower, microfiber cloth, and cleaning solution
  • Lens hood matched to your lens for flare reduction and added protection
  • Filter pouch or protective case for storage during transport
  • Circular polarizer or neutral density filter for additional creative control

Brand Background

Marumi is well known for manufacturing photographic filters and optical accessories, with a long-standing reputation among photographers seeking practical, dependable filter solutions. The brand has produced UV, polarizing, neutral density, and specialty filters for a broad range of lens sizes, making it a familiar choice for photographers building a reliable filter kit.

Specifications Summary

  • Product: UV filter
  • Brand: Marumi
  • Manufacturer Number: ASF52UV
  • UPC: 049822125225
  • Filter Size / Diameter: 52mm
  • Mount Type: Screw-in
  • Primary Purpose: UV haze reduction and lens protection
$4.95