This filters are for Nikon 18-55mm lens or any other lens that takes 55mm filter UV filter protects your camera lens from damage. OPTICS, Optical Glass Filter with metal ring. Ultraviolet filters absorb UV light generally without affecting light in the visible region thereby reducing or eliminating distortion A UV filter serves to protect your lens from all dust, dirt, scratches and fingerprints. Polarizer filter eliminated unwanted color reflection from sun or bright light, increases color saturation, enhances contrast ratio. Fluorescent Filter (FLD) reduces reflection in fluorescent light. Why Coated filters are worth it....... Coated filters will reflect the image in many different colors. Non-coated will show no tint change, of the bulb. Double threaded filter, so you can use additional filter like polarizer, fluorescent attach to the UV filter. Pro Quality Filter. Exact size, so you can use it without adding any ring adapter.