Vintage Filtroptic 52 81A optical filter for camera lens

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Description

Vintage optical filter from the brand Filtroptic, presented here in its original case, visible in the photo. This circular filter features a black finish, with a clearly visible threaded ring on the front. The inscription "FILTROPTIC" appears in capital letters on the glass, accompanied by "52 81 A" engraved on the ring, which corresponds to a 52 mm thread diameter and the filter type reference (likely an 81A color correction filter, used in film photography).

The filter has a flat, transparent, slightly tinted surface, typical of color temperature correction filters. Its general appearance clearly evokes photographic accessories from past decades, with a sober and functional aesthetic, without decorative flourishes.

The rigid, black case shows some visible signs of wear (scratches and micro-scratches on the surface), indicating previous use but proper storage. No chips or major deformations are visible on the filter or its case on the visible side.

This type of accessory was commonly used by photographers to adjust color balance when shooting in artificial or natural light, particularly with film cameras. The "81A" reference indicates a slight correction towards warmer tones, appreciated for landscape or portrait photography.

The set presented here includes the filter and its case, both visible in the photograph. The design and typography of the inscriptions suggest a manufacturing date likely from the late 20th century, in a style typical of photo accessories from the 70s to 90s.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Visible signs of wear on the case (scratches, superficial marks), the filter shows some dust or micro-marks on the surface. No chips or breaks visible in the photographed area.

Did you know? The 81A filter is a classic in film photography: it allowed for a slight warming of tones when shooting outdoors, by correcting the blue cast of daylight-balanced films. This type of filter remains popular for its natural rendering, even in the digital age.

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