{"product_id":"svbony-cls-light-pollution-broadband-filter","title":"SVBONY CLS Light Pollution Broadband Filter","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroadband Light Pollution Suppression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEffectively Blocks Sodium and Mercury Vapor Streetlights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh Transmission on Key Nebula Emission Lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptimized for Color Cameras and Unmodified DSLRs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable, Scratch-Resistant Optical Coatings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in 1.25\", 2\", and EOS-C Formats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSvbony CLS Light Pollution Filter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Svbony CLS Filter is a broadband light pollution filter designed to dramatically increase the contrast of deep-sky objects when imaging from urban and suburban skies. By selectively blocking common sources of artificial skyglow, such as sodium and mercury vapor streetlights, it reveals faint nebula structures that would otherwise be lost. This filter is an essential tool for astrophotographers using color CCD cameras or unmodified DSLRs, isolating key emission wavelengths to make targets like the Orion Nebula (M42) stand out against a darker background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSvbony CLS: Suppressing Sodium \u0026amp; Mercury Vapor Skyglow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary role of the Svbony CLS (City Light Suppression) filter is to reject the most common wavelengths of light pollution. It aggressively targets the spectral lines produced by sodium and mercury-vapor lamps, the dominant sources of skyglow in most urban environments. This selective blocking darkens the sky background in your images, significantly improving the signal-to-noise ratio. The practical result is that you can capture longer exposures from your backyard before the sensor is overwhelmed by skyglow, revealing fainter details in your target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTargeting Nebulae: Passing Hydrogen \u0026amp; Oxygen Emission Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile blocking unwanted light, the Svbony CLS filter allows the most important wavelengths for deep-sky imaging to pass through to your camera sensor. It is designed for high transmission of critical emission lines, including Hydrogen-alpha, Hydrogen-beta, Oxygen-III, and Sulphur-II. Since these are the specific wavelengths emitted by popular targets like the North American Nebula (NGC 7000) and the Lagoon Nebula (M8), the filter makes these objects \"pop\" with enhanced contrast and color saturation, even with an unmodified DSLR.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdvanced Coatings: Ion-Assisted Deposition for Longevity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSvbony utilizes an advanced electron-beam gun evaporation process with ion-assisted deposition to create the filter's multi-layer coatings. This technology produces a dense, durable, and scratch-resistant surface that ensures consistent performance for years without degradation. A planetary rotation system during the coating process guarantees excellent homogeneity across the filter, providing uniform transmission and blockage for sharp, high-contrast images from edge to edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSvbony CLS vs. UHC Filters: Choosing the Right Tool for Your Sky\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile both CLS and UHC (Ultra High Contrast) filters fight light pollution, they do so differently. A UHC filter is more aggressive, with a narrower passband focused almost exclusively on the Oxygen-III and Hydrogen-beta lines. This provides maximum contrast on planetary nebulae but can result in unnatural star colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Svbony CLS filter's broader passband is a more balanced approach. It allows more light through, which yields more natural star colors and performs better on broadband targets like galaxies and reflection nebulae. For imagers with color cameras seeking a versatile, all-purpose light pollution filter, the Svbony CLS is often the superior starting point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow will the Svbony CLS filter improve my images of the Orion Nebula (M42) from my backyard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Svbony CLS filter will darken the sky background, making the faint, outer regions of the Orion Nebula (M42) more visible against the sky. It passes the critical Hydrogen-alpha and Oxygen-III wavelengths that the nebula emits, which increases the contrast and color saturation of the nebula itself while suppressing the orange glow from city lights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eI have an unmodified Canon DSLR. Is the Svbony CLS EOS-C filter a good choice?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the EOS-C clip-in version is specifically designed for this purpose. An unmodified DSLR has a stock filter that blocks much of the red Hydrogen-alpha light. The Svbony CLS filter helps by increasing the contrast of all other nebula emission lines that your camera *can* see, making it a highly effective upgrade for imaging emission nebulae without modifying your camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the main difference between this Svbony CLS filter and a UHC filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main difference is the width of the bandpass. The \u003cstrong\u003eSvbony CLS filter\u003c\/strong\u003e is a broadband filter, allowing a wider range of light through, which results in more natural star colors and better views of broadband targets like galaxies. A \u003cstrong\u003eUHC (Ultra High Contrast) filter\u003c\/strong\u003e has a much narrower bandpass, offering higher contrast on specific emission nebulae but at the cost of less natural colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill the Svbony CLS filter help with imaging galaxies like Andromeda (M31)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, to an extent. Galaxies like Andromeda (M31) are broadband targets, meaning they emit light across the entire visible spectrum. The Svbony CLS filter helps by reducing the overall skyglow, which can improve contrast. However, because it also blocks parts of the galaxy's own light, the effect is less dramatic than on an emission nebula. It is still a major improvement over using no filter from a light-polluted location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes the Svbony CLS filter change the color of stars in my images?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, any light pollution filter will introduce a color cast. The Svbony CLS filter produces a milder, typically blue-green cast compared to narrower filters. This is easily corrected during image processing with a proper white balance adjustment to restore natural star colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow do I clean my Svbony CLS filter without damaging the coatings?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, use a rocket air blower to remove any loose dust or particles. If smudges remain, apply a few drops of a dedicated lens cleaning solution to a fresh, lint-free microfiber cloth or optical wipe. Gently wipe the filter in a circular motion from the center outwards. Never apply cleaning fluid directly to the filter itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/svbony-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSvbony 1-Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SVBONY","offers":[{"title":"1.25\" Round Mounted","offer_id":52861235167517,"sku":"SV-F9155A","price":31.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2\" Round Mounted","offer_id":52861235200285,"sku":"SV-F9155B","price":53.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"EOS-C Clip-In","offer_id":52861235233053,"sku":"SV-F9155D","price":74.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/SVBONY-CLS-Filter-1-25-2-EOS-C-Light-Pollution-Telescope-Photography-1_16a7895a-4a91-4dd8-87d0-9378345d7518.jpg?v=1788660078","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/fr\/products\/svbony-cls-light-pollution-broadband-filter","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}