B+W 52mm Master UV Haze MRC Nano 010M Filter - Clear Protection

Our review of the B+W 52mm Master UV Haze MRC Nano 010M finds it best suited to photographers who want simple, reliable lens protection with accurate color and reduced UV haze. The filter is color-neutral and specifically designed to block UV components of daylight, which helps prevent bluish casts and softening in ocean and high-mountain shots. Beyond image quality, the thin knurled mount and the MRC Nano coating combine to make mounting easier and maintenance faster, so it is a practical everyday accessory for wide-angle and travel shooters using lenses down to 17mm on full frame.

Key Features

• Black knurled thin profile mount: Provides a better grip for hand-tightening while keeping vignetting minimal on wide-angle lenses down to 17mm full frame.
• MRC Nano coating: Repels water and dust to simplify cleaning and reduce the chance of spots or smudges from environmental conditions.
• Color-neutral UV-cut: Blocks invisible UV components of daylight to prevent bluish casts and improve clarity in ocean and high-altitude scenes.
• Lens protection: Serves as a protective barrier against scratches, dust and accidental contact without altering color balance.
• QR code authenticity: Includes a new QR code to verify the filter is genuine, helping to avoid counterfeit products.
• ECO-friendly packaging: Ships in reduced-waste packaging for photographers concerned about environmental impact.

Who It's For

The filter is ideal for landscape, travel and outdoor photographers who often shoot near water or at high elevations, where UV haze and color shifts are most apparent. Enthusiasts using wide-angle lenses that require a thin mount benefit from the knurled low-profile frame that reduces vignetting while making handling easier.

It may be less critical for studio shooters or those who never encounter strong UV conditions, and professionals wanting specialized optical effects or the absolute highest transmission for critical color work might prefer to evaluate other premium coatings or no filter at all.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Effective color-neutral UV cut that reduces bluish haze in high-altitude and coastal images.
• Durable MRC Nano coating that sheds water and dust, making maintenance quicker in the field.
• Thin, knurled mount that minimizes vignetting and improves grip when mounting or removing the filter.
• Includes QR code for authenticity and comes in eco-friendly packaging.

Cons

• As a protective UV filter it adds one more optical surface; some critical users may prefer to remove filters for maximum contrast in studio settings.

Specifications

Brand	B+W
Model	Master UV Haze MRC Nano 010M
Filter thread size	52mm
Mount profile	Black knurled thin profile
Coating	MRC Nano coating to repel water and dust
Recommended use	Blocks UV components, lens protection; good down to 17mm full frame
Packaging	ECO-friendly with QR code for authenticity

Our Verdict

The B+W 52mm Master UV Haze MRC Nano 010M is a sensible, good-value choice for outdoor photographers who want dependable UV suppression and everyday lens protection. Its color-neutral performance, water-repellent coating and thin knurled mount make it especially practical for wide-angle and travel use, and the QR code and eco packaging are useful modern touches.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this filter cause a color cast?
The filter is described as color-neutral, so it should not introduce a noticeable color cast while blocking UV components of daylight.

Is the thin mount suitable for wide-angle lenses?
Yes, the black knurled thin profile is designed to minimize vignetting and works well down to 17mm on full frame lenses.

How does the MRC Nano coating help in the field?
The MRC Nano coating repels water and dust, making it easier to clean and reducing the chance of moisture spots during outdoor shoots.