67mm UV Haze Filter vs Basic Clear Filter MRC: which is safer?
These two grade almost identically. Pick on price and preference; neither has a PFAS edge.
B+W
67mm UV Haze Filter
PFAS grade
B 85/100
Overall grade
B 81/100
Verdict
Buy
Hazard flags
⚑ 1
Material
Glass optic with multi-coated lens surfaces
Confidence
78%
PossibleOptical coating degradation
B+W
Basic Clear Filter MRC
PFAS grade
B 85/100
Overall grade
B 81/100
Verdict
Buy
Hazard flags
⚑ 1
Material
Optical glass, multi-coated
Confidence
78%
PossibleOptical coating degradation and scratching
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