Best 58 mm UV Filters for Canon EF-S 55-250 mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens

Looking for a UV filter for your 55-250mm lens? You have landed on the right place. In today’s discussion, we are going to list out some of the Best 58 mm UV Filters for Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4.5.6 IS lens. Note that these lenses are compatible with 58mm filters and the list includes only the compatible ones.

Also Read: Top 77mm UV Filters foe Canon EF 70-200 F2.8 Lens

If you visit us regularly, you may know that we have discussed UV filters for different kinds of lenses previously and also discussed how these filters work. If not, feel free to have a look at these articles.

In simple words, UV filters are meant to be used in extreme UV light conditions in order to reduce bluish haze and reflections caused by it. So without any further delay, here is the list of top UV filters for Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 lens:

Best 58 mm UV Filters for Canon

1. Breakthrough Photography X4 UV Filter:

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It is one of the extremely well-built filters in this price range. Putting it on and off is comparatively easy thanks to the sturdy build and machined surface. It is made of brass and possesses perfectly cut threads, which together help it to acquire perfect grip while putting on and using it. It hardly captures any fingerprints or smudges. Thanks to the multiple coats, simply wiping with the microfiber cloth [included] would remove the stains.

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• Dimension: 4 x 4 x 0.8″ inches
• Weight: 4 ounces
• Key Features:
• German Schott super white B270 optical glass
• 16 layers of coating for extended protection
• 4% transmission, double threaded 3.2mm traction frame for eliminating vignetting
• Nanotech coating for repelling dirt, moisture, and other natural elements
• 25 years of ironclad guarantee with active support

2. B+W UV/R Cut Filter:

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B+W are popular among beginner photographers for their camera accessories and especially filters. Like it is advertised, this filter really reduces glare and reflections caused by UV rays. Besides, it delivers a really good protection for the front glass of the lens. The body is really slim which makes the grip even accurate and taking it on-off comparatively easy. Certainly, you can go for a little cheaper or expensive filter but this series is ideal for beginners.

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• Dimension: 7 x 3.7 x 0.8 inches
• Weight: 1 ounces
• Key Features:
• Brass ring for better fitting and higher quality image
• High-quality polishing for enhanced durability
• Thinner mount for reducing vignetting from the frame
• Multiple layers of coating for repelling moisture, dust particles and for scratch protection
• Delivers basic protection for lens glass

3. Heliopan UV SH-PMC Filter [705811]:

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Get this filter, go out, and get some shots of the open sky and clouds. Soon, you will know the potential of this filter. For the price, it does its job of removing haze and reflections very well. Heliopan is popular for their camera accessories. However, if you still have trust issues, this filter comes with 5 years drop protection warranty with no questions policy. If you are not willing to go for a high-end filter, this does the job.

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• Dimension: 28 x 2.28 x 0.03 inches
• Weight: 15 pounds
• Key Features:
• 16 layers of SH-PMC coating for minimal reflections, Weatherproof coating: repels dust, moisture, etc
• 8% light transmission rate
• Less likely to bind thanks to slim brass filter mount, extra resistance against side impacts
• 5 years of drop protection warranty, eliminating the trust issues

4. Sigma 58mm WR UV Filter:

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If you are into professional photography, Sigma doesn’t really need to be introduced. This is a well-built weather resistance filter that keeps UV light front entering your lens while protecting it from natural maladies such as dust particles, moisture, water splashes, etc. This range of filters is specially designed by Sigma to match the performance of latest high-performance optics.

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• Dimension: 1 x 3.1 x 0.02 inches
• Weight: 1 pounds
• Key Features:
• Cuts of UV light for reducing haze and glares
• Filters of latest style matching the level of high optical performance
• Weather resistance coating against moisture and dust particles
• Provides protection to front lens glass from scratches, dust particles, etc
• Great light transmission and transparency

5. Kenko Zeta L41 UV ZR Filter:

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Thanks to the nice slim design, you are less likely to face vignetting in your frames. Moreover, it doesn’t touch anything except UV so that sharpness of your image and other image quality aspects remain unharmed. Do not compare it with Hoya filters since Kenko are an owner of Hoya. Thus, quality of filters from both manufacturers is nearly same. Solid build keeps it scratch and dent free for the significant period of use.

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• Dimension: 8 x 3.5 x 4.7 inches
• Weight: 4 ounces
• Key Features:
• Removes or reduces haziness and indistinctness from picture frames by cutting off ultraviolet light rays
• Mount and leave, does not harm quality in any condition
• protects the lens from scratches and natural elements such as dust and moisture
• Compatible with both digital cameras and film cameras as well

6. B+W Slim-Line UV Haze Filter:

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This one is popular for the solid build quality. If handled properly [not roughly to be more specific], it can even last for eternity. You might feel it a bit expensive compared to other competitors, but you won’t regret as it would survive in the long run and make the price worth. Just keep in mind that these come in varieties such as slim, regular, etc, each with their different effects. Know your need before ordering.

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• Dimension: 7 x 3.7 x 3.8 inches
• Weight: 15 pounds
• Key Features:
• Slim brass mount for supporting wide angle lenses
• Single thread mount for avoiding vignetting
• Vacuum coating on both side for minimizing reflections, this coat reduces internal ghosting and delivers 92-98% transmission
• Water white Schott glass with impressive transparency

7. Zomei Pro MC-UV Filter:

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This filter uses high-quality glass yields for improving light transmission. Low profile ring is there for leaving less space for vignetting in the frame. Compared to many competitors in the same range, this filter is comparatively cheaper and delivers quality for the price. The aluminum mount ring used is smooth and strong at the same time. The matte finish helps it minimizing the reflections.

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• Dimension: 2 x 4.2 x 0.7 inches
• Weight: 1 ounces
• Key Features:
• Double thread mount for supporting extra accessories on front
• 18 layers of protecting coats for reducing internal reflections
• Everclear coating for repelling water, oil, dust/soil particles, scratches, etc
• Reduces distortion to minimal to zero
• Manufactured from original Schott glass made in Germany, those used by B+W

8. Heliopan UV Filter [705801]

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One can simply not regret adding Heliopan filters in their photographic kit or gear. Not only does its job as UV cutter perfectly, but also protects the front glass of your less at the same time. Thanks to the quality glasses used, you are not much likely to face any kind of distortion in your capture with any camera/lens model, which makes it worth giving a shot. What’s more impressive is that it hardly touches other details of the image rather than reducing the UV haze.

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• Dimension: 4 x 2.7 x 0.4 inches
• Weight: 15 pounds
• Key Features:
• 5 years drop protection warranty with no question replacement policy, eliminating the trust issues
• Minimizes reflection with 8 layers of coating, does not affect other aspects of the image quality
• Slim brass filter for avoiding bending over time and use
• Manufactured with high-quality German Schott optics

9. Polaroid Pro Series L39 MC UV Filter:

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The slim design of this filter greatly handles the vignetting at wide angles. Don’t doubt its quality just because it is cheaper compared to most of the Hoya and B+W filters within the same category and size. You may also note that light transparency of this piece is much higher compared to some expensive competitors. Moreover, it would not cause any harm to other detail of the frame and just reduce the bluish haze caused by UV light.

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• Dimension:1 x 2.9 x 0.7 inches
• Weight: 2 pounds
• Key Features:
• Manufactured with highly transparent Schott glass made in Germany
• Multiple layers of coats for water repellency and dust protection
• Slim ring for reducing bluish color tone caused by daylight shots
• Absorbs ultraviolet light instead of reflecting it
• Provides general protection for the front glass of the lens

10. Hoya HD Digital UV Filter:

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If you are looking for a mid-ranged filter, not too expensive and also not too cheap, then Hoya filters are always good choices. Light transmission, reduces lens flare and hazing and protecting the lens glass has all now become a trademark for Hoya. Don’t go over the price of the filter. It may seem a little cheap than the competition but surely deliver the performance one expects.

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• Dimension: 4 x 0.4 x 0.4 inches
• Weight: 1 ounces
• Key Features:
• Cuts of haze and reflections by restricting UV light
• Provides basic protection to front glass of the lens
• Manufactured with hardened high-quality optics
• 8 layers of coating for repelling water and dust
• Nearly flat and blend resistance design for long-term durability

Conclusion

We hope you like our list of the best 58 mm UV filters for Canon DSLR’s. For any questions or suggestions, please feel free to use the comment box below.