The 77mm #701 MRC Basic 50% Graduated ND Filter from B+W darkens specific areas of an image, such as bright skies, while allowing for a normal, unaffected exposure in the other regions of the image. The filter is densest at the edge and tapers to clear by the middle, with a soft-edged line of transition between the dense and clear areas, which is useful for images without a strongly defined transition between the sky and the foreground. The filter ring rotates to allow precise positioning of the gradation, and the density provides up to a 1-stop reduction in light.

B+W MRC Basic filters are equipped with the exclusive Multi-Resistant Coating (MRC) nano premium coating technology. This high-quality broadband coating is applied on both sides and enhances the optical imaging properties, allowing uniform and increased transmittance across the entire light spectrum to be achieved, with minimal physically induced remaining reflection. The nano all-around protection on the filter glass also ensures increased scratch resistance as well as extremely fast and easy cleaning for a long filter life. The slim filter ring design is compatible with wide-angle lenses with an equivalent width of a 24mm full-frame lens. The brass filter ring has been with redesigned top knurling for enhanced gripping, and it has a special functional coating for smooth mounting and dismounting.

0.3 Optical Density    MRC Multi-Resistant Coating    Optical Glass Construction    Rotating Brass Filter Ring    100% Cotton Filter Pouch    Soft-Edged Line of Transition    Reduces Exposure in Selective Areas

• Darkens bright areas of an image while leaving the remainder unaffected
• Provides a 1-stop reduction in light in selective areas
• Soft-edged line of transition between the dense and clear areas
• Does not affect image coloration
• Multicoating reduces internal ghosting and reflections while maximizing light transmission
• Nano Multi Resistant Coating is dirt and water repellent for fast, easy cleaning
• Resists scratches and abrasions
• Durable brass filter ring prevents jamming; rotating design allows gradation positioning
• Enhanced filter ring knurling for easy grip
• 100% cotton filter storage pouch

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can you tell me the total thickness of the B+W 43mm MRC Basic Circular Polarizing Filter, please?

A: B+W 43mm MRC Basic Circular Polarizing Filter is 6.5mm thick without messuring the threads. With the threads the filter has a total height of 9.5mm.

Q: 2. is a five stop density enough to get the milky effect on water falls and ocean ? I am also looking to photograph motion ( still images) not sure if if i need a denser filter or five stops should suffice.

A: It would mainly depend on the amount of ambient light on the scene and your camera's settings as to if 5-stops would be enough for your needs. For most lenses, and if using the camera's lowest ISO setting, 5-stops should be enough for you to create a situation to have a shutter speed between 1/4 sec to 4 seconds, depending on the type of waterfall and available light restraints. If you use a low ISO, a mid- to small aperture, and a shutter speed between 1/4 sec to 4 seconds (or test for your needs), then the B+W 82mm XS-Pro Digital ND Vario MRC nano Filter would work for your needs.

Q: 3. The specs do not specify slim design, but the narrative description does. Is this definitively a slim design?

A: The B+W 95mm MRC Basic Circular Polarizing Filter does have a slim filter ring design. This filter is compatible with wide-angle lenses with an equivalent angle of view of a 17mm lens on a full frame camera.

Q: 4. Will this fit snugly in the B+W Single Filter Box with Foam (Large) without rattling around in the box/case?

A: Yes, this will fit in the B+W Single Filter Box with Foam (Large).

Q: 5. Why did they replace the 090M filter with this? What changes in specs are there. Here's old one. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/7762-REG/B_W_66010378_77mm_090_Light_Red.html

A: The B+W #590/090 Red Light MRC Basic Filter (77mm) is the same filter as the B+W 77mm Light Red MRC 090M Filter. B+W did a name change on that line of filters.

Q: 6. What's the difference between the Master and the Basic?

A: The MRC BASIC 007 Clear Filter would lack the scratch resistance of the MRC MASTER version. Otherwise, both have a knurled ring and are resistant to water droplets/dust/dirt.

Q: 7. Is this nano coated?

A: B+W 72mm MRC Basic Circular Polarizing Filter BH #BWCPB72 comes with Multi-Coating and Resistance-Coating.

Q: 8. Difference between this polarizer and the high transmission version?

A: B+W High-Transmission MRC-Nano Master Circular Polarizer Filter has the nano coating that beads water and makes it easier to clean and also protects the filter against scratches. The basic filter does not have that. The high transmission filter also allows more light to reach the camera than the basic version. The high transmission polarizer filter is also equipped with a grease-free rotating device for smoother rotation.

Q: 9. This filter fits on a Leica M Summicron-M 2/35mm ASPH?? Works with the hood installed?

A: Yes, the B+W MRC BASIC 007 Clear Filter (39mm) will fit on the Leica Summicron-M 35mm f/2 ASPH Lens with the hood attached over it.

Q: 10. Is this filter fine or coarse thread?

A: The B+W 86mm MRC Basic Circular Polarizing Filter has a coarse thread.