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Hoya 72mm Variable ND Neutral Density Filter

The Hoya 72mm Variable ND Neutral Density Filter uses two polarizing layers to control the amount of light that passes through the filter and into the camera lens. At it’s minimum effect the filter passes 1/3 of the light in a scene. That is equal to 1.5 stops on the aperture or shutter speed. At it maximum effect the filter passes just 1/400 of the light in a scene. That is equal to 9 stops on the aperture or shutter speed.

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$161.85 $249 In stock

Category: Hoya 72mm

The Hoya 72mm Variable ND Neutral Density Filter uses two polarizing layers to control the amount of light that passes through the filter and into the camera lens. At it’s minimum effect the filter passes 1/3 of the light in a scene. That is equal to 1.5 stops on the aperture or shutter speed. At it maximum effect the filter passes just 1/400 of the light in a scene. That is equal to 9 stops on the aperture or shutter speed.

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Customer Reviews (4.6 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Christopher ★★★★★

I was pleasantly surprised how smoothly the ring turns to adjust density—no jerky stops or uneven darkening. It’s let me shoot wide open in bright sunlight without blowing out highlights.

Matthew ★★★★★

Stopped down to minimum density and the image stayed crisp with no weird color cast—really impressed with how clean the glass is. Took a few test shots at 50% and it handled the exposure drop smoothly. Exactly what I needed for controlling glare on reflective surfaces.

Zoe ★★★★★

Took this on a bright midday shoot and the two polarizing layers let me dial exposure down smoothly without any color shift I could notice. The minimum setting is clear enough that I didn't have to swap filters for casual shots. Solid piece of glass for the price.

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