Hoya 72mm PROND EX 8 Neutral Density 0.9 3-Stop Filter XPD-72NDEX8

The 72mm PROND EX 8 Neutral Density 0.9 3-Stop Filter is a high-quality, durable, and effective tool for both filmmakers and photographers. It offers precise control over the amount of light passing through the lens, providing greater creative control over exposure. This versatile filter allows filmmakers to achieve shutter speeds that align with their frame-rate while maintaining the desired depth-of-field. For photographers, it facilitates longer exposures or a shallow depth-of-field even in bright sunlight.Unlike many neutral density filters, this reliable product avoids the common issue of unpredictable "color shift" caused by low-quality materials, poor manufacturing, and neglect of the infrared band of the light spectrum. Thanks to the innovative ACCU-ND technology, the image remains unaffected by potential color shifts. HOYA's exclusive ACCU-ND technology ensures equal reduction of light in both visible and IR spectrums, eliminating color shift issues under varying shooting conditions.The filter is housed in a lightweight, precision-milled aluminum frame, and includes front filter threads for attaching additional filters or a protective lens cap. This makes the 72mm PROND EX 8 Neutral Density 0.9 3-Stop Filter an excellent choice for shooting video, particularly in Slog mode with Sony cameras where ISO cannot be set below 800.The filter also offers the flexibility of combining or "stacking" with other PROND EX filters to achieve specific effects. For instance, combining the PROND EX 8 with PROND EX 64 results in an effect equivalent to an ND500 filter, ideal for creating surreal imagery. Similarly, pairing the PROND EX 8 with PROND EX 1000 produces an effect akin to an ND8000 filter, perfect for capturing the surface of the sun without overexposure. This adaptability makes the 72mm PROND EX 8 Neutral Density 0.9 3-Stop Filter a valuable addition to any photographer or filmmaker's toolkit.