Hoya 72mm VNDII Variable Neutral Density II ND3-400 Filter (Made in Japan)

The HOYA Variable Density II is a density adjustable filter with an ND range from 1.5 to 9 f-stops (ND3-400). The difference with the previous HOYA Variable Density filter is the newly designed rotatable frame with convenient knob, allowing for better operation.  It also allows you to attach an optional lens cap. It supports lens caps that are one size larger than the filter size.

Variable density filters are widely used because they can replace a set of solid ND filters by providing a range density that can be adjusted according to the desired exposure settings.

In still shooting, variable density filters lower the shutter speed according to the photographer’s intentions when the shutter speed cannot be lowed due to camera limits.

Variable density filters can also increase the amount of boke when shooting in the over-lit conditions, thus, preventing the image from overexposure.

In video shooting, it is fundamental to keep the shutter speed fitting the frame rate setting. That is, to keep it equal to double the frame rate for optimal results. This is because, unlike still photography, an excessively fast shutter speed may create a jarring effect and produce afterimages that will not look good in the final video.

• Thin Frame for Minimized Vignetting
  
  
• ND Range from ND3 to ND400
  
  
• Dedicated Knob for Precision Rotation
  
  
• Motion Blur of Moving Vehicles/Trains
  
  
• Smooth Motion Effects in Waterfalls
  
  
• Density Guide Markers
  
  
• Lens Cap Support

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