Tiffen 52mm Orange 21 Filter for grayscale imaging vs B+W 46mm MRC Nano Clear Filter
Overall winner: B+W 46mm MRC Nano Clear Filter
Key Differences
Tiffen A is a 52mm orange filter aimed at grayscale imaging and is positioned at a more affordable price point with many reviews praising image quality and skin tones. B+W B is a 46mm clear MRC Nano filter with advanced coatings (repels dirt and water), a low-profile knurled mount and authenticity QR code, but has fewer user reviews and comes in a different, single size
Tiffen 52mm Orange 21 Filter for grayscale imaging
Orange 21 filter from Tiffen; absorbs blue/blue-green for grayscale imaging. Noted for image quality and well-made build, with skin tones reported as pleasing in portraits
Pros
- well-made build
- good image quality
- portraits with pleasing skin tones
Cons
- fit issues reported by some users
- glass may be loose in ring
B+W 46mm MRC Nano Clear Filter
B+W Master Clear MRC Nano 007M filter with dirt- and water-repellent coating. Includes QR code for authenticity verification. Good for down to 17mm full-frame format; eco-friendly packaging
Pros
- MRC Nano coating repels dirt and water
- Low-profile, knurled filter mount for grip
- Authenticity QR code included
Cons
- Limited rating data from reviews
- Only one size specified (46mm)
- No replacement or compatibility details provided
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | Tiffen |
| Durability | B+W |
| Versatility | Tiffen |
| User Reviews | Tiffen |