Hama FBA_70058

Hama 58mm UV Filter Instruction Manual

Modeloa: FBA_70058

1. Sarrera

The Hama 58mm UV Filter is designed to protect your DSLR camera lens and enhance image quality. This filter absorbs ultraviolet rays, which can cause haze and blur in photographs, especially in outdoor environments. Additionally, it serves as a protective barrier for the front element of your valuable camera lens against scratches, dust, and fingerprints.

This filter features optical glass with a neutral color and a metal mount, ensuring durability and consistent performance. It is compatible with various camera brands including Canon, Nikon, Sony, Sigma, Tamron, and Olympus, provided the lens has a 58mm filter thread.

Hama 58mm UV Filter, front view

1.1. irudia: Aurrealdea view of the Hama 58mm UV Filter, showcasing its optical glass and metal frame.

Aldeko profile of the Hama 58mm UV Filter, showing its slim design

1.2 irudia: Alboko profile of the Hama 58mm UV Filter, highlighting its slim metal mount and optical glass.

2. Konfigurazioa eta instalazioa

Installing the Hama UV filter is a straightforward process. Ensure your camera lens has a 58mm filter thread before proceeding.

  1. Prepare the Lens: Gently remove the lens cap from your camera lens. Ensure the front element of your lens is clean and free of dust or smudges.
  2. Iragazkia lerrokatu: Hold the Hama UV filter by its metal rim. Align the filter's threads with the filter threads on the front of your camera lens.
  3. Erantsi iragazkia: Carefully rotate the filter clockwise. Turn it slowly to avoid cross-threading. Continue turning until the filter is securely fastened to the lens. Do not overtighten.
  4. Egiaztatu segurtasuna: Once attached, gently check that the filter is firm and does not wobble.
Close-up of Hama UV Filter threads

2.1. irudia: Plano hurbila view of the Hama UV Filter's metal mount and threads, designed for secure attachment to a camera lens.

To remove the filter, rotate it counter-clockwise until it detaches from the lens.

3. Funtzionamendu-argibideak

Once installed, the Hama UV filter operates passively, providing continuous protection and image enhancement without requiring further user interaction during shooting.

  • UV Ray Absorption: The filter effectively absorbs ultraviolet light, reducing atmospheric haze and improving clarity and contrast in your photographs, particularly in bright, outdoor conditions or at high altitudes.
  • Lenteen babesa: The filter acts as a physical barrier, safeguarding the delicate front element of your camera lens from dust, dirt, moisture, and accidental impacts or scratches. It is easier and less costly to replace a filter than to repair a damaged lens element.
  • Neutral Color: The filter is designed to be neutral in color, meaning it will not introduce any color cast to your images, preserving the natural colors captured by your lens.
Hama UV Filter showing effect on a snowy landscape with a skier

3.1 irudia: Bikotekide ohi batample demonstrating the clarity and reduced haze achieved with the Hama UV Filter, as seen through the filter on a snowy mountain scene.

4. Mantentzea

Proper care and maintenance will extend the life of your Hama UV filter and ensure optimal image quality.

  • Garbiketa: Use a soft, clean microfiber cloth specifically designed for optical surfaces. For stubborn smudges or fingerprints, apply a small amount of lens cleaning solution to the cloth (not directly to the filter) and gently wipe in a circular motion from the center outwards.
  • Hautsa kentzea: Use a lens blower brush to remove loose dust particles before wiping. Avoid using abrasive materials or harsh chemicals.
  • Biltegiratzea: When not in use, store the filter in its protective case to prevent dust accumulation and scratches. If it remains on the lens, keep a lens cap on the filter.
  • Manipulazioa: Beti heldu iragazkia metalezko ertzetik beirazko gainazala ukitzea saihesteko.

5. Arazoak

Hona hemen ohiko arazo batzuk eta haien konponbideak:

Arazoa Kausa posiblea Irtenbidea
Binetatzea (irudietako izkin ilunak) Occurs most often with wide-angle lenses, especially when stacking multiple filters. Remove additional filters if stacked. Consider using a thinner "slim" filter if vignetting persists with very wide-angle lenses.
Reduced image sharpness or clarity Dirty filter surface (dust, smudges, fingerprints). Clean the filter thoroughly using appropriate lens cleaning materials as described in the Maintenance section.
Filter difficult to attach or remove Cross-threading or overtightening. Ensure proper alignment when attaching. If stuck, try using a rubber filter wrench or a rubber band for better grip to loosen it gently. Avoid excessive force.

6. Zehaztapenak

  • Marka: Hama
  • Ereduaren izena/zenbakia: FBA_70058 / 00070058
  • Materiala: Beira optikoa
  • Filter Thread Size: 58 milimetro
  • Estaldura: Double Coated
  • Filter Effect Type: Ultramorea
  • Kolorea: Black (metal mount)
  • Mendiaren lodiera: 3.4 mm
  • Elementuaren pisua: 41 gramo
  • Kamera modelo bateragarriak: Canon, Nikon, Sony, Sigma, Tamron, Samyang, Olympus (with 58mm lens thread)
  • Kutxaren edukia: 1x Hama UV Filter
Hama Quality Control (QC) passed by Hama Germany logo

Image 6.1: Hama Quality Control (QC) assurance logo, indicating adherence to manufacturing standards.

7. Bermea

This Hama UV Filter comes with a 5 urteko fabrikatzailearen bermea. For warranty claims or detailed terms and conditions, please retain your proof of purchase and contact Hama customer support or the authorized importer.

8. Laguntza eta Harremanetarako informazioa

For technical assistance, product inquiries, or support, please contact:

  • Fabrikatzailea: Hama
  • Importer Contact Information: Creative Newtech Limited (Formerly known as Creative Peripherals and Distribution Limited) 3rd & 4th Floor, Plot No. 137AB, Kandivali Co Op Industrial Estate Limited, Charkop, Kandivali West, Mumbai – 400 067

Please visit the official Hama website for additional resources and updated contact details.

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