UV filters test
9. Hama 72mm UV 390 (0-Haze)
The Hama Company is a large firm selling all kinds of accessories for both professional and amateur photographers. They also sell UV filters. The UV 390 (0-Haze) model is the most basic product of this company. The filters are covered with antireflective coating.
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Test result:
Visible light (390 - 750 nm): 92.8 %
Ultraviolet (200 - 390 nm): 0.3 % |
10/10 |
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Edge darkening at the 0.5 % level |
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Final result: 10th place in the overall ranking and a good rating Cost-to-Benefit result: 9th place |
-0.8 |
Summary:
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We couldn’t expect much from such a simple filter. The proof would be the transmission in the visible light range and large flares. However, this model has two advantages: very good UV radiation reduction and a reasonable price.