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Used Leica E46 UVa Filter [13004]
Condition & contents
| Grading | Excellent condition. Virtually unused. Mint. |
|---|---|
| Includes | Complete with filter, plastic case & original box. |
At a glance: Leica E46 UVa Filter - 46mm Leica-branded UV protection filter.
About this lens
The Leica E46 UVa Filter (13004) is Leica's 46mm screw-in UV-absorbing filter - fits any Leica lens with an E46 filter thread. Protects the front element and filters ultraviolet light (which can reduce haze in landscape photography).
Build & handling
| Type | UV/protective screw-in filter |
|---|---|
| Thread | E46 (46mm, Leica designation) |
| Function | UV filtering + front-element protection |
| Glass | Coated glass |
| Frame | Chrome-finished brass |
Works with
- Leica lenses with 46mm E46 filter thread
- Any 46mm filter thread (non-Leica lenses) - generic compatibility
Best for
A Leica filter - UVa filters are traditionally used as protective glass covers for expensive lenses (a cheap filter protects a valuable front element) plus reduce atmospheric haze in landscape photography. Leica-branded filters are machined to tighter tolerances than generic alternatives, with better anti-reflection coating.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a UV filter on a digital camera?
Digital sensors have built-in UV cutoff filtering, so UV filtering isn't strictly necessary. However, a UV filter still works as protective glass for the front element - many photographers use them primarily for protection rather than UV filtering.
Specifications
| Condition | Used |
|---|---|
| Brand | Leica |