The Leica 55E UVA Silver Finish Filter is the vital accessory required for any Leica M Lens. These lenses can also use an orange and a yellow filter. This filter features a silver chrome finishThe Leica 55E Infra Red Filter eliminates haze while shooting outdoors, at high altitudes, and marine scenesIt is ideal for shooting in places, where the UV-absorbing atmosphere is thinnerThe Leica Camera Filters act as lens protectorsThe Leica 55E UVA Silver Finish Filter absorbs UV light but does not affect light in the visible region