This 5 x 5" Tiffen ND Filter is a solid neutral density filter providing a 1.6-stop exposure reduction. This 0.5 density creates a darkening of the entire image, allowing you to photograph with a wider aperture or slower shutter speed than normally required. By increasing your aperture or slowing your exposure time, you are able to control depth of field and convey movement more easily. Neutral density filters do not affect the coloration of the image and are ideal for pairing with other filters.

This filter is made using ColorCore technology, a process that involves laminating the filter substrate between two pieces of optical glass and grinding flat to a tolerance of 1/10,000th of an inch. This filter measures 5 x 5" / 127 x 127mm.

0.5 Optical Density    Glass Filter    ColorCore Technology    Requires 1.6-Stop Exposure Increase    Darkens Entire Image    Allows Reduced Shutter Speed    Allows Wider Aperture

0.5 solid ND filter darkens the image, allowing you to photograph with a longer shutter speed or wider aperture than normally required.

Providing a 1.6-stop exposure reduction, this filter allows you to control depth of field and convey movement more easily.

Filter does not affect coloration of the image and is ideal for use with other filters.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Im looking to add this to my 17-40 mm lens for a canon 60D. While the 60D isn't a crop camera, and the lens is full frame, it still works well for me. What MM will I need and will it work?

A: This particular filter fits camera lenses with a 58mm filter thread. Please check the filter thread size on your lens to determine the correct size filter to order.

Q: 2. I want to thread a step down ring on the outside of the 82mm in order to mount a padcaster teleprompter, what is the outside size? 87mm?

A: According to Tiffen, the exterior diameter of the outer ring on the Tiffen 82mm Variable Neutral Density Filter is 3.851 inches, or 97.82 mm.

Q: 3. I purchased this filter a few days ago. What lens cap fits this filter?. I have been told that a 82 mm cap fits as the out flange is 82MM to avoid vignetting

A: Tiffen VND filters do not have filter threads on the front side to avoid vignetting. For this reason, standard lens caps will not fit. We recommend slip on lens caps instead, or simply remove the filter and return it to it's protective pouch.

Q: 4. Is there an integration to get lens data from RED camera without having to manually calibrate lenses in the CTRL.5? Zeiss XD etc

A: Currently, the Teradek CTRL.5 3-Axis Wireless Lens Controller does not have functionality that allows you to get lens data from a RED camera without manually calibrating the lens. However, this feature may be available in later software releases.

Q: 5. Does this go on the camera body over the sensor or does it thread onto the end of the lens? Using Blackmagic Pocket Cinema 4k.

A: A Tiffen 77mm Variable Neutral Density Filter would attach to the front of a lens that has 77mm filter threads.

Q: 6. Can you stack more than one of this same filter on a lens to get more stops down (for example .6 stacked on .6 = 1.2) ?

A: i use sometime 0.9 with 0.3 or 0.6 for = 1.2 or 1.5, but i use becouse i need to use (for example black magic camera) , but i dont prefer.i hope i help you :)

Q: 7. Will this fit in my Lee Filter Adapter?

A: While Tiffen does not list the thickness of the Tiffen 4 x 4 ND 0.9 Filter, the LEE Filters Foundation Kit can hold 4x4 /4x6 filters that are between 1mm to 4mm thick with the correct side guide and screws, so yes, it would be compatible for use with the Tiffen 4 x 4 ND 0.9 Filter.

Q: 8. will this fit on a Canon XA25 & does it eliminate the subject washout I get from bright/white stage lights?

A: This filter will fit any lens which has a 58mm filter thread. The Tiffen Variable Neutral Density Filter provides two to 8 stops of light control. This means that it limits the amount of light entering your lens. By limiting the amount of light entering your lens you achieve greater control over your camera. You can do long exposures with the VND (blur moving water, clouds, etc) or use it to control your depth of field in bright sun.

Q: 9. What size do i need for the Sony - E 55-210mm f/4.5-6.3 OSS E-Mount Lens (Silver) ?

A: I believe 77mm, but I don't own that lens -

Q: 10. Quiet operation? I am using the Hoya but you can hear it sliding when you adjust it. For video I need something that will adjust silently.

A: This filter would offer quiet operation.