The Hoya Star 6X Filter helps create more drama in your image by turning strong point-light sources into 6-pointed stars. There is also an overall softening effect throughout the entire image when using this 82mm filter. You can simply control the direction of the points by rotating the filter.

Softens Image    5mm Thickness    Aluminum Frame Construction

Converts specular highlights to 6-pointed stars

Softens image overall

Works best with subjects with strong specular highlights

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can this filter attach to the UV filter already on the lens or is it best to use one or the other?

A: Most UV filters have front filter threads. So you could attach the ZEISS 67mm Carl ZEISS T* Circular Polarizer Filter to the front of most UV filters.

Q: 2. will this work in an arri lmb25 4x5.65 tray?

A: A majority of third party filter trays have a unique design to fit their respective matte boxes. This SmallRig VND Filter Set is meant to be used with the Star-Trail and Revo-Arcane Matte Boxes and will not work with ARRI Lightweight Matte Boxes.

Q: 3. Will these filters work with Smallrig's Mini Matte boxes (the older models)? If not what VNDs would work with those matte boxes?

A: No, the SmallRig VND Filter Set for Star-Trail and Revo-Arcane Matte Boxes is designed specifically for the Star-Trail and Revo-Arcane Matte Boxes. There does not appear to be a VND for the SmallRig Mini Matte Box but you may be able to use a circular VND with the matte box.

Q: 4. What are the exterior dimensions (inches) of this pouch?

A: B+W B6 Small Filter Pouch:Dimensions mm / inchWidth 175 / 7 Folded height, empty 95 / 3 Folded Thickness, empty 25 / 1 Folded Thickness, full 40 / 1 Open height 330 / 13 Filter Pocket, flat 78 / 3 B+W B4 Large Filter Pouch:Dimensions mm / inchWidth 215 / 8 Folded height, empty120 / 4 Folded Thickness, empty 20 / Folded Thickness, full 30 / 1 Open height 310 / 12 Filter Pocket, flat 100 / 4

Q: 5. Can one Circular Pola be removed and this be used as a circular pola as well as a VND (when both polas are present)?

A: To use the SmallRig VND Filter Set for Star-Trail and Revo-Arcane Matte Boxes as a variable ND you need both polarizing filters.

Q: 6. Are the filters IRND?

A: SmallRig VND Filter Set for Star-Trail and Revo-Arcane Matte Boxes is not an IRND filter. It's a set of two CPL filters that create a singular variable neutral density filter with 1 to 8 stops of light control.

Q: 7. Will this screw on top of an 82mm Tiffen ND filter?

A: Yes. the Hoya 82mm HMC Close-Up Filter Set II (+1, +2, and +4) can be attached to any brand filter that has 82mm front filter threads.

Q: 8. Does the vinyl in the pockets have a mesh lining?

A: Not mesh, the pockets have clear vinyl lining

Q: 9. Does the plastic of each pouch stick to the filter?

A: Remedy for sticky plastic!! Yes, the plastic will eventually stick to the filters. I have two of the 6-pocket version of this (one for all my 77mm filters, and the other for 82mm filters). Only recently have I noticed the plastic beginning to stick after a period of non-use. I believe this is partly due to the humidity of the south I live in. My remedy - I use lens tissue to wrap around each filter before inserting them back into their designated pocket/pouch. Problem solved! ;)

Q: 10. Would this be ideal for someone recording nighttime conerts with lots of artificial lights at night time?

A: I would not recommend using any filter for night time concerts. The Red Enhancer filter is made to enhance fall foliage.