Advice on drop-in filter (PL-C 52)

[Steb]

Hi,

I am about to buy a polarizer filter for my Canon EF 300m f/2.8L IS prime lens (old version, not the new version II). I noticed there seem to be two versions out there of the PL-C 52. Some have the addition WII. They are cheaper and more easily available. I guess it is an updated version of this filter?

My question now is, will the WII version be compatible with my older (non II) telephoto lens? Of course I would prefer to buy the WII, but maybe I have to lookout and try to get one of the older versions? :-\

Thanks and best regards,
Steb

 

[Loswr]

Either will work. The only difference between them is the WII version has the new 'white' paint color (slightly brighter) that matches the MkII supertele lenses.

 

[mackguyver]

The only difference between them is the WII version has the new 'white' paint color (slightly brighter) that matches the MkII supertele lenses.

That and about $100 ;D

 

[Steb]

Great... then I just get the new WII version and save some money. I don't care about the color too much. Thanks for your help!

 

[Steb]

Got the WII filter this weekend. Fits perfectly and works great. The slight color mismatch is even less noticeable than I expected, so not an issue at all. Thanks again for your support.

 

[mackguyver]

Got the WII filter this weekend. Fits perfectly and works great. The slight color mismatch is even less noticeable than I expected, so not an issue at all. Thanks again for your support.

I hope you like it as much as I do - I have found it to be incredibly useful to cut reflections, reduce dynamic range (by killing the glare), slow shutter speeds, and punch up the colors. I wasn't expecting to get so much use out of it, but I have.