The 55mm #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 this work with a 12 foot ceiling?

A: The spec says 12.1 feet maximum. That's awfully close, I have a 8 foot ceiling and therefore no problem.

Q: 2. What is the compatibility of these lenses with a Lumix 5S utilizing a Sigma MC-21adapter?

A: The lens is compatible with the Sigma MC-21 Adapter since you will using the EF-mount and a EF to L Mount adapter for the Panasonic S5.

Q: 3. Can I use this lens with the Metabones T Speed Booster XL 0.64x?

A: You cannot. These lenses only cover a Super 35mm sensor. You need Full Frame lenses for the a 0.64x Speed Booster.

Q: 4. Does this fit the leica cl film camera hot shoe?

A: This cover has not been tested specifically with a Leica CL film body, so the results may vary with its usage.

Q: 5. Is this made of plastic or metal?

A: This is made out of plastic.

Q: 6. Will this fit the Leica CL? (Digital CL)

A: This is specifically designed for Leica TL2. So results may vary.

Q: 7. Is this a backdrop stand setup? Or do I need to connect this to a backdrop stand?

A: This setup is designed to work with backdrop paper rolls.

Q: 8. Are focus marks accurate out of the box with the EF mount? And is it easy to adjust the backfocus if not?

A: the focus marks are calibrated from the factory but EF mounts vary from camera to camera so there is no guaranty that the marks will be exact on your camera. if you want precision marks then the PL mount would be the way to go.

Q: 9. Does the impact deluxe Varipole Support System with Metal Chain Kit the same as the black pair w/ standard varipoles?

A: The Poles are the same on all the Impact Varipole kits. The metal chain varidrives are stronger than the standard varidrives because they have metal vs plastic chains.

Q: 10. Is this item a genuine Leica product, or a third-party one? And is it possible to attach an image?

A: This is a genuine Leica product. It is the OEM replacement for the hot shoe cover on the TL, TL2. A lot of these small "parts" unfortunately do not have images available from the manufacturer but rest assured it is a genuine Leica product.