ProMaster Variable ND Filter - HGX Prime (1.3 - 8 stops) - 77mm

ProMaster Variable ND Filter - HGX Prime (1.3 - 8 stops) - 77mm

108766
£199.99
In Stock
SKU
108766

Neutral Density (ND) filters are essential for photographers and videographers looking for creative control. By reducing light without altering colour, they allow for longer exposures and wider apertures, even in bright conditions. Photographers use ND filters to create effects like smooth waterfalls, motion blur, and shallow depth of field. For videographers, ND filters maintain the ideal shutter speed for a cinematic look, even in bright light.

This ProMaster HGX variable ND filter is a professional, world-class variable ND filter which goes from ND2.5 to ND256 or 1.3 to 8 stops and is available in a range of sizes from 62mm to 82mm. HGX filters have professional features and multi-coated glass to ensure the very best image quality, whether shooting stills or video.

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Key Features:

  • 1.3-8 stops of density control (ND2.5-256 equivalent)
  • Hard stops at each end of the density range
  • X Mark on ring to indicate cross polarization
  • Full ND stops are marked on ring
  • Tactile control knob for easy rotation
  • 36 layers of coatings
  • Repellamax II coating
  • Colour-correct coatings for professional results


Why Use a Neutral Density Filter?

Neutral Density (ND) filters are a must-have for photographers and videographers seeking more creative flexibility in their work. By reducing the amount of light that reaches the camera's sensor without affecting the colour or contrast, ND filters provide greater control over exposure settings, enabling you to capture unique and compelling images or videos.

For photographers, ND filters are invaluable for long-exposure shots, such as creating a smooth, mist-like effect on waterfalls, blurring movement in bustling cityscapes, or capturing dramatic cloud streaks in the sky. They also make it possible to use a wide aperture in bright light, achieving a shallow depth of field that isolates your subject against a beautifully soft background.

For videographers, ND filters are essential for maintaining consistent shutter speed in bright conditions, allowing for natural motion blur that gives your footage a cinematic feel. They enable you to shoot with wider apertures without overexposing the image, ensuring your videos maintain a professional and visually pleasing look.

The ProMaster HGX difference:

This ProMaster HGX Prime VND filters provides an exposure reduction of 1.3 to 8 stops (ND2.5-ND256 equivalent). It darkens the entire image allowing for slower shutter speeds and/or wider apertures with applications for both still photography and videography.

Mechanical "hard" stops

Mechanical "hard" stops at each end of the filter's range prevent bypassing the minimum or maximum useable density. A small, knurled knob provides a tactile experience making it easier to rotate the filter quickly and smoothly, simply by touch. This Tactile Control Knob is removable if you prefer not to use it.

White lines on the filter's ring

White lines on the filter's ring indicate its density setting at each full stop. These lines represent specific densities of 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 stops with 1.3 and 8 stops being achieved at each end of the filter ring's range of travel (MIN and MAX positions).

Additional "X" mark

An additional "X" mark on the filter's ring indicates the density point at which cross polarization (X pattern) begins, slightly, to visually appear when using most wide-angle lenses (a phenomenon common to all VND filters).

Multicoated to the highest standards

Repellamax II coatings, optical glass, and colour-corrected polarizing films combine to provide an extremely sharp image with excellent colour rendition as well as protection against moisture, oil, dirt, and dust. An incredible 36 layers of coatings are used in manufacturing this filter to a new, world-class standard!

What Is a Variable ND Filter?

A Variable Neutral Density (ND) filter is a versatile tool that allows you to adjust the amount of light entering your lens without changing filters. Unlike fixed ND filters, which have a set level of light reduction, a variable ND filter offers a range of densities that you can control by rotating the filter ring, similar to adjusting a polarizing filter.

This flexibility makes variable ND filters ideal for situations where lighting conditions change frequently or when you want precise control over your exposure settings. They are especially useful for both photographers and videographers who need to adjust exposure quickly and maintain creative control in varying light conditions.

The Creative Advantage of ND Filters

Neutral Density (ND) filters open up a world of creative possibilities by limiting the light entering your lens without altering the scene's natural colours or contrast. This makes them ideal for capturing visually stunning content in any lighting condition.

Photographers benefit from ND filters by being able to slow down their shutter speed during daylight, perfect for producing soft, flowing water effects, accentuating motion in scenes, or adding a dynamic touch to landscapes. They also allow for greater control over depth of field in bright environments, enabling striking portraiture with blurred backgrounds.

For videographers, ND filters help maintain a desired cinematic look by preserving the correct shutter speed and motion blur, even in bright light. This ensures that your video footage looks smooth, natural, and professionally refined, allowing for greater artistic expression and storytelling through visuals.

More Information
Brand ProMaster
MPN (Manufacurer product no) 5694
Condition New
Product Type Filters
Filter Type Variable ND
Series HGX