Hoya HMC UV(0) vs. HMC UV(C)?

[xthunder]

Hello,

I recently ordered a Hoya HMC UV(0) filter but they sent me Hoya HMC UV(C) instead and I contacted the seller and they told me that "[FONT=&quot]an upgraded model that the manufacturer provided us with. It is the exact same filter and you may check with Hoya to confirm this. We no longer have the model that you are looking for"

I can certainly return it and get refund but I have searched the web on UC(C) but I was not able to find any useful info on it.

Does anyone know the difference between HMC UV(0) and HMC UV(C)?

Is UV(C) is really "an upgraded model"?

Thank you.

Peter
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[Calzone]

I am unsure, and I would have to check some of my HMC filters at home, but there are some filters that have thinner frames to avoid vinetting made especially for use with wide angle lenses.

Is your HMC (c) thinner than a standard filter. If so the (c) might be short for compact and (o) short for original. I have one that is marked HD, and I know this one uses tempered glass for shatter resistance (72mm).

Reguardless, the HMC filters are a premium filter, and for some reason they not only seem to stay clean, they also seem to be easier to clean. You made a good choice.

Calzone

 

[xthunder]

Thank you Calzone,

I have not opened the UV(C) that I have received and I also have other brands to compare with at home(I am currently at work) but the box(sealed) does say this "Slim Frame SLIM FRAME | BAGUE FINE Bague Fine". It is hard to tell if it is the "compact/slim" version of the normal UV(O) just by looking thought the clear plastic packaging(I do not want to break the seal just in case they do not accept return if it is broken...)

Side comment: I used to believe that B+W MRC filters to get then Hoya HMC Super until I read this : http://www.lenstip.com/113.4-article-UV_filters_test_Description_of_the_results_and_summary.html
Since I read that link, I am sticking with Hoya HMC (w/o Super) 🙂

I will compare with other filters that I have tonight and see if UV(C) is really "Slim" version of the UV(O)

However, I would like to confirm and know this UV(C)'s glass if actually just as good as UC(O)....

Thank you.

 

[xthunder]

I have compared B+W MRC UV010 and Hoya UV(O) HMC Super and I can tell that Hoya is slimmer than B+W and UV(O) HMC Super is about the same profile as UV(C) HMC.

At this point, I am not going to take any chances - I am going to ship it back on Monday and get my money back(I still loose the shipping back cost) and I will find the Hoya HMC UV(O) and get one.

Thank you.

 

[Jungle Jim]

xthunder, I just received a shipment of filters from Spotlight Photo, a company that I have been buying filters from for the past 6 years. The Hoya HMC UV(0) have now been replaced by Hoya HMC UV(C) filters. Slim frame, multicoated. The UV(0) no longer made (except where old stock is left) and now replaced by the UV(C). Same filter, now says Digital on the left side top of box compared to the old box I have. Also the older UV(0) box shows the filters were made by Tokina Ltd. in Japan. The new UV(C) boxes show made in the Phillipines by Tokina Ltd.

Hope this helps.
Best Wishes!

 

[xthunder]

Hello Jim, thank you very much for your comment. Based on you comment, I am going to give UV(C) a try 🙂 I still need to get lie 3-4 more filters so if I am happy with UV(C) then I will order some more later. Thanks again.

 

[mason13a]

xthunder, have you figured out if the filter is merely the upgraded version of the UV(0) or if it is, in fact, a different filter? I purchased a UV(0) from B&H and received the UV(C). I considered returning it until I read this forum thread. I'm curious if you were able to resolve the issue.

 

[jwicaksana]

Sorry for bumping an old thread, but I ran into this while browsing for filters.

Regarding Hoya HMC UV filters, the (O) denotes that the UV filtering treatment is applied on the optic (glass) of the filter, while the letter (C) signifies that the UV filtering treatment is applied on the coating. Makes perfect sense, don't you think?
Also correct that the (C) is the latter product, seems like applying it on the coating is cheaper and easier than it is on the glass element.

Hope this helps.