KENKO PRO1 Pro Softon (A)

PRO SOFTON-AClear focus and soft gradation Creates a picture with a clear focus and a soft gradation. This effect is especially evident on an object with a point light source. A filter randomly arranging minute lens shaped like drops of water on the surface of a acrylic board scatters the light and results in a soft focus.

FEATURES



AVAILABLE SIZES

49mm

52mm

55mm

58mm

62mm

67mm

72mm

77mm

82mm

KENKO PRO1 PRO ND4(W) /PRO ND8(W)

PRO ND4(W) / PRO ND8(W)

PRO ND4(W) /PRO ND8(W)

For wider apertures or longer exposures

This PRO ND4/ND8 filter reduce the amount of light entering the lens so wider apertures can be selected, which is perfect for portraiture to reduce depth of field. Subject appears crisp and clear while the background becomes a soft blur. Also widely used for photographs of waterfalls and other nature scenes to emphasize movement.

FEATURES



AVAILABLE SIZES

49mm

52mm

55mm

58mm

62mm

67mm

72mm

77mm

82mm

KENKO PRO 1 UV (W)

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UV (W)
A multi-purpose fine-weather filter

WIDE BAND CIRCULAR PL Filter allows you to Absorbs the ultraviolet rays which often makes outdoor photographs hazy and indistinct. A multi-purpose, fine-weather filter for color as well as black and white films. Also serves as a permanent lens protector.



         



FEATURES

AVAILABLE SIZES

49mm    52mm    55mm    58mm    62mm    67mm    72mm    77mm    82mm

KENKO PRO1 FEATURES

Essential for Digital Photography

Kenko manufactures and markets the highest quality filter glass. Our latest offering is PRO1 Digital S eries Filters, which dedicated to up and coming Digital S LR cameras. Key features cover DMC, new Digital Multi Coating, Black Almite frame, Black Rimmed Glass, Low Profile Frame, Knurled Frame Edge, UV protected Cases.

Digital Cameras Need Multicoated Filters

Digital camera CCD or CMOS sensors are highly susceptible to reflections - this stray light can ruin your photographs! Don't risk your valuable photos by using bare-glass filters.

KEY FEATURES

Digital Multi-CoatedDigital multi-coated filters greatly reduce the appearance of lens flare and ghosting caused by reflections.

Black Almite Frame
Filters feature a black matte
aluminum satin finish almite frame which reduces reflections.

Black Rimmed GlassThese filters are equipped with black rimmed glass to reduce the chance of light reflecting off the edge.

Low Profile Frame
Ultra thin filter frames to help avoid vignetting on super wide angle lenses are also designed to hold a lens cap.

Knurling Edge Frame
These filters are equipped with a straight knurling edge for non-slip, easy attachment and removal.

UV Protected Case
Filter cases are UV protected to further lengthen the life of filters.

KENKO PRO 1 Wide Band Circular PL

WIDE BAND CIRCULAR PL (W)

Color and contrast enhancement

WIDE BAND CIRCULAR PL Filter allows you to remove unwanted refelection from nonmetallic surfaces such as water and glass. Kenko's CIRCULAR PL uses newly developed, innovative polarizing material. WIDE BAND makes Digital SLR camera's viewfinder image color difference has been corrected.

FEATURES

AVAILABLE SIZES

49mm    52mm    55mm    58mm    62mm    67mm    72mm    77mm    82mm

KENKO PRO1 Protector (W)

PROTECTOR (W)

Protect your valued lenses

This is the ultimate in clear filters. It will not affect the color balance or performance of your lenses in the slightest. However, constant use will protect your valued lenses from expensive front element damage which could be caused by dirt, knocks or scratches.

 FEATURES

AVAILABLE SIZES

49mm    52mm    55mm    58mm    62mm    67mm    72mm    77mm    82mm

KENKO Co.,Ltd. history

 
CORPORATE PROFILE
Trade name    Kenko Co., Ltd.
Location of head office    3-9-19 Nishi-Ochiai, Shinjyuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan (Tel:03-5982-1060)
Date of foundation    September 21, 1957
Capital    100 million JPYen
Annual sales    18 billion yen (for the year ending in Feb., 2006)
Number of employees    235
Shares    Total number of shares issued: 200,000 shares, Amount of par value common share: 500 yen
Main shareholders    Toru Yamanaka, Kazuyo Yamanaka, Tetsuo Suzuki and others
Main banks    Mizuho Bank (Yaesuguchi Branch), Tokyo Mitsubishi UFJ Bank (Shinjyuku Branch)
and Shoko Chukin Bank (head office)
Clients    appointed photo studios, agents of optical products, manufacturers of electric appliances, precision machinery and office automation equipment, and others
Affiliates    Inside Japan
Tokina Co., Ltd.
SLIK Corporation.
Kenko Optical Co., Ltd.
Kenko Professional Imaging Co., Ltd.
Friend Optics Co., Ltd.
Foreign countries
THK Photo Products Inc.(USA)
Philippine Kenko Corp.(Philippine)
Kenko.Tokina.Slik.Corp.(Philippine)
Slik Thailand Co., Ltd.(Thailand)
Tokina Industrial Inc.(USA)
Sightron,Inc.(USA)
Changchun Tokina Optical Products Co., Ltd.
Zhongshan Kenko Tokina Precision Industry Co., Ltd.
Nantong Kenko Optical Products Co., Ltd.
Shanghai Kenko Trade Co., Ltd.
Directors    Representative Director: Toru Yamanaka (President)
Director: Kato (Manager of Wide Area Sales Department)
Director: Kanji Ohori (Manager of Domestic Sales Department)
Director: Akifumi Ono (Manager of Optics Sales Department)
Director (part-time): Mamoru Yamanaka
(Consultant of Hoya Co., Ltd.)
Director (part-time): Tetsuo Suzuki
(Honorary Chairman of Hoya Co., Ltd.)
Auditor: Isao Shirakami
Auditor (part-time): Kazuyo Yamanaka
Purpose    Development and marketing of photographic supplies, optical products and security-related products