w44neg Posted May 9, 2017 Share #1 Posted May 9, 2017 (edited) Advertisement (gone after registration) I'm trying to source a couple of 39mm Polarisers for my Summicron lenses but I'm struggling here in the UK. Any recommendations, or another option would be to buy a step up ring so I can use the 46mm filters I already own? I just expect that's more of a botch than a solution and don't know if it could cause vignettes? Edited May 9, 2017 by w44neg Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted May 9, 2017 Posted May 9, 2017 Hi w44neg, Take a look here 39mm Polarising Options?. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
Dan Bachmann Posted May 9, 2017 Share #2 Posted May 9, 2017 B+W are one of the good brands that make 39mm. I believe they are from Germany but available in the U.K. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rafikiphoto Posted May 9, 2017 Share #3 Posted May 9, 2017 (edited) Firecrest Circular Polariser FC39SMCP 39mm / SuperSlim formatt-hitech.com Made in Wales! Excellent quality. Edited May 9, 2017 by rafikiphoto Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted May 9, 2017 Share #4 Posted May 9, 2017 It may look a bit excentric and be Leica-expensive, but when all is said and done the Leica swing-out polarizer is by far the most effective solution. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! BTW, if you go for any other option, there is absolutely no need to spend extra money on a circular polarizer. As there are no mirrors in the light path, there is no need for anythiing but a linear one. Note that you cannot just screw a filter on, as you cannot see the effect in the viewfinder. If you only go for the maximum and are not interested in intermediate settings you can go by the dip in exposure as you rotate the filter, otherwise you have to resort to tricks like marking the rim and using a second filter handhels. Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! BTW, if you go for any other option, there is absolutely no need to spend extra money on a circular polarizer. As there are no mirrors in the light path, there is no need for anythiing but a linear one. Note that you cannot just screw a filter on, as you cannot see the effect in the viewfinder. If you only go for the maximum and are not interested in intermediate settings you can go by the dip in exposure as you rotate the filter, otherwise you have to resort to tricks like marking the rim and using a second filter handhels. ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/272321-39mm-polarising-options/?do=findComment&comment=3271622'>More sharing options...
Soden Posted May 9, 2017 Share #5 Posted May 9, 2017 Well, that depends on if you're using EVF or OVF. Leica makes a swing out polarizing filter for use with rangefinder. Kinko makes one too. The rest of them requires LV or EVF. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
w44neg Posted May 9, 2017 Author Share #6 Posted May 9, 2017 Thanks for the replies. I should have stated that I've been using 46mm but recently sold a lens and went back to the Summicrons, which require 39mm threaded types. I mainly use the polariser when shooting landscapes, so my EVF2 comes in to play. I'd love one of the crazy Leica flip ones but they're rather pricey to say the least. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
UliWer Posted May 9, 2017 Share #7 Posted May 9, 2017 (edited) Advertisement (gone after registration) For which Summicron do you want use it? If it is not the current version of the 50mm Summicron with "telescope" hood you might have luck and find a good 13352 - also "swinging" and if there is no degradation on the filter, it does it's job. Unfortunately the Summicron's built-in hood does not allow to fix it. As far as I know it works on all other lenses with 39mm filter thread. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Edited May 9, 2017 by UliWer Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/272321-39mm-polarising-options/?do=findComment&comment=3271859'>More sharing options...
w44neg Posted May 9, 2017 Author Share #8 Posted May 9, 2017 For which Summicron do you want use it? If it is not the current version of the 50mm Summicron with "telescope" hood you might have luck and find a good 13352 - also "swinging" and if there is no degradation on the filter, it does it's job. Unfortunately the Summicron's built-in hood does not allow to fix it. As far as I know it works on all other lenses with 39mm filter thread. 13352 (1 von 1).jpg Thanks, I have a Version IV so no extending hood. However, looking at that photo, it's a bit in your face, and I'd prefer to be stealthier with so much money hanging around my neck :-s Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
UliWer Posted May 10, 2017 Share #9 Posted May 10, 2017 Well there is a stealth version to spend some more money upon: http://www.schneiderkreuznach.com/photo-imaging/produktbereiche/b-w-fotofilter/produkte/fassungen/premium-line-xs-pro-digital/ Adds 4.2mm to your lens; better to be used with EVF, but with some training and trying you might get it right without pre-voyance. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rafikiphoto Posted May 10, 2017 Share #10 Posted May 10, 2017 Well there is a stealth version to spend some more money upon: http://www.schneiderkreuznach.com/photo-imaging/produktbereiche/b-w-fotofilter/produkte/fassungen/premium-line-xs-pro-digital/ Be aware there is no polarising option at 39mm. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
UliWer Posted May 10, 2017 Share #11 Posted May 10, 2017 (edited) You are right that the link I gave for the Schneider-Website says there are nor B+W-polarizers with 39mm. The Online-Shops which actually sell B+W-filters have them listed: https://www.foto-erhardt.de/Filter/Polfilter.html#page=1&filter=80|8600 https://www.foto-huppert.de/filter/polarisationsfilter-zirkular/nach-kaesemann-mrc-nano-xs-pro/htc-polfilter-zirkular-kaesemann-mrc-nano-39-0-mm-xs-pro-digital/a-5776/ Edited May 10, 2017 by UliWer Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rafikiphoto Posted May 10, 2017 Share #12 Posted May 10, 2017 So they are. How odd. Useful to know.The website needs updating I guess. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted May 10, 2017 Share #13 Posted May 10, 2017 Foto Huppert (official B+W outlet) lists four different polfilters in 39 mm Qualities range from Käsemann to single-coating. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LMBSGV Posted May 10, 2017 Share #14 Posted May 10, 2017 Heliopan also makes both linear and circular 39mm polarizers. B&H sells them. I have no idea who has them in the UK. Here's the B&H link: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/search?Ntt=heliopan%2039mm%20polarizer&N=0&InitialSearch=yes&sts=ma&Top+Nav-Search= Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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