67mm UV Haze Filter vs Master UV Haze MRC Nano Filter: which is safer?
B+W 67mm UV Haze Filter is the clear pick. B+W Master UV Haze MRC Nano Filter carries a failing PFAS grade, and we never recommend buying a failing product.
Our pick
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
Master UV Haze MRC Nano Filter
PFAS grade
F 50/100
Overall grade
F 42/100
Verdict
Skip
Hazard flags
⚑ 2
Material
Optical glass with MRC nano-coating
Confidence
72%
PossibleNano-coating composition and leachable unknown
PossibleGlass breakage and sharp edges
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