PolarPro Arctic CP Filter 49mm Benjamin Hardman Series CPL Circular Polariser
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The PolarPro Arctic CP Filter 49mm (ARTC-CP-49) is a high-transmission circular polariser from the Benjamin Hardman Series, letting through 45% of light — roughly half a stop brighter than standard polarisers. It cuts glare and reflections for landscape and low-light shooting, with a slim frame compatible with lens hoods.
This listing is the 49mm. The Arctic CP Filter is also available in 67mm, 77mm, 82mm, and as a Helix MagLock version.
Key specifications
- Thread size: 49mm
- Model: ARTC-CP-49
- Transmission: 45% (approx. 0.5 stop brighter than standard polarisers)
- Rotation: 110° short-throw
- Polarisation: Chroma Polarisation
- Frame: slim, lens hood compatible
- Build: aerospace-grade aluminium frame, multi-coated glass
Arctic CP Filter, Benjamin Hardman Series, 49mm
Model: ARTC-CP-49
Designed in collaboration with photographer Benjamin Hardman, who needed a polariser capable of pulling maximum light in the harsh, low-light conditions of the Arctic. The result is a filter built for extreme environments without compromise.
At 45% light transmission — around half a stop brighter than traditional polarisers — the Arctic CP captures more detail in every frame. From glaciers and icebergs to Arctic wildlife, it delivers strong colour fidelity, contrast, and clarity in tough conditions.
The slim frame is compatible with lens hoods for seamless use with your full setup. PolarPro also offer the PolarPro Shortstache Filter 49mm if you're looking for a combined Black Mist and polariser option at the same thread size.
- High Transmission Polariser (45%) — half a stop brighter than standard polarisers for low-light environments.
- Chroma Polarisation Technology — precise colour rendition with zero colour shift.
- Short Throw Rotation (110°) — covers the full polarisation range in a 110° turn.
- Glove-Friendly Surface — enlarged grip surface for smooth adjustments in cold conditions.
- Lens Hood Compatible — slim frame works with lens hoods.
- Field-Tested in Greenland — proven by Benjamin Hardman on a sailing voyage through Arctic ice fields.
Built for the Arctic. Trusted by Benjamin Hardman.
Higher transmission, fast 110° control, flawless colour rendition, and hood-ready compatibility — every detail of the Arctic CP Filter is designed for precision in extreme environments. Benjamin Hardman put it to the test on his Greenland voyage, where every shot had to count.
Reflections Reduced, Contrast Enhanced
With 110° short-throw rotation, Chroma Polarisation, and hood-compatible design, the Arctic CP delivers precision polarisation without compromise.
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Specification
| Transmission | 45% (approx. 0.5 stop brighter) |
|---|---|
| Rotation | 110° short‑throw |
| Polarization Tech | Chroma Polarization |
| Compatibility | Slim frame, lens hood ready |
| Build | Aerospace‑grade aluminum frame, multi‑coated glass |
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What's Included
- PolarPro Arctic CP Filter | 49mm
- Filter Case
- Micro Fiber
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About the PolarPro ARTC-CP-49
From our tech experts at CEN
A circular polarising filter, 49mm, from the Benjamin Hardman signature series.
Who it suits
Anyone shooting water, glass, foliage or skies. A polariser removes reflections and deepens colour in a way no editing can genuinely replicate, because it is removing light that never should have reached the sensor.
Our tech experts advise
Rotate it while watching the effect rather than setting and forgetting; the strength changes with your angle to the sun. Check the thread size against your lens first. get in touch for advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which filter do I need - ND, polariser or variable ND?
A: A polariser cuts glare and deepens colour. Fixed ND filters reduce light by a set amount for controlled shutter speeds. Variable NDs adjust across a range, making them the flexible choice for video. The filter type and strength are listed in the Specification tab.
Q: Will this filter fit my lens or drone?
A: Filters are made per thread size or per drone model. Check the size in the product title and Specification tab against your lens thread or drone model, or contact CEN to confirm.
Q: Do filters degrade image quality?
A: Quality glass filters are designed to be optically neutral. Cheap filters can introduce colour casts and softness, which is why we stock cinema-grade brands with strong colour accuracy.
Q: What lens size does the PolarPro Arctic CP Filter 49mm fit?
A: It threads onto lenses with a 49mm filter thread, usually printed on the front of the lens as ø49.
Q: How much light does the Arctic CP Filter let through?
A: It has 45% light transmission, about half a stop brighter than standard polarisers, which helps in low light.
Q: Will the Arctic CP Filter work with a lens hood?
A: Yes. The slim frame is designed to be lens hood compatible, and the enlarged glove-friendly grip makes the 110° rotation easy to adjust in the cold.
