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Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter
- Price: $24.01
- Free Shipping (USA)
- In Stock
- B&H # HOND8MC58
- Mfr# A58ND8X
Product Highlights
- Multi-Coated (HMC)
- Glass
The Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter has several uses and offers the possibility to achieve otherwise unachievable results. ND filters appear gray and reduce the amount of light reaching the film. They have no effect on color balance.
Multi-coated to minimize reflection at the filter surfaces which reduces flare and ghosting.
Neutral Density filters have four main uses
- To enable slow shutter speeds to be used, especially with high speed films, to record movement in subjects such as waterfalls, clouds, or cars
- To decrease depth of field by allowing wider apertures to be used, which helps separate subjects from their background
- To decrease the effective ISO of high speed film (above ISO 400) and allow it to be used outdoors in bright situations
- To allow cine and video cameras (which have fixed shutter speeds) to film subjects such as snow, sand or other bright scenes which could cause overexposure
Neutral Density Factors
- 2x = ND.3 (exposure adjustment = 1 stop, reduces ISO 1/2)
- 4x = ND.6 (exposure adjustment = 2 stops, reduces ISO 1/4)
- 8x = ND.9 (exposure adjustment = 3 stops, reduces ISO 1/8)
- As one of the premier filter manufacturers, Hoya filters continue to made from quality glass assuring the photographer clear, sharp and accurate images
- Hoya filters consistently provide even color all the way through the filter; All surfaces are ground and polished to specific thickness and tolerances
| Type | Neutral Density |
| Size | 58mm |
| Grade | 0.9 |
| Filter Factor | 0.9 (3-Stops) |
| Multi-Coated | Yes Hoya Multi-Coated (HMC) |
| Rotating | No |
| Effect | ND filters appear gray and reduce the amount of light reaching the film, they have no affect on color balance |
| Application | To use high speed films in bright sun |
| Color Temperature | Not Applicable |
| Construction | Glass |
| Front Filter Thread Size | 58mm |
| Front Lens Cap Size | 58mm |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 21 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (18)
- Firm mount (9)
- Clear optics (8)
- Reliable (7)
- Strong construction (7)
Cons
Best Uses
- Image manipulation (7)
- Landscape photography (7)
- Portraits (5)
- Travel (5)
- Everyday (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (5), Semi-professional (4), Enthusiast (3), Professional (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (16)
Most Liked Positive Review
This is how you get creamy moving water.
Combine this with a low ISO and small aperture and get long daylight exposures to get those misty smooth waterfalls, oceans, lakes, etc.
Someday I hope to try looong daylight exposur...Read complete review
Combine this with a low ISO and small aperture and get long daylight exposures to get those misty smooth waterfalls, oceans, lakes, etc.
Someday I hope to try looong daylight exposures, where people disappear from a busy city street. Might need 2 of these to do that.
Perfect compromise between quality and price: medium price for high quality.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Good for videography
When shooting video on DSLR's you can run into problems when trying to achieve a great DOF with a fast lens in a bright environment (ie. outdoors, full sunlight, heavy lighting etc)
When shooting video on DSLR's you can run into problems when trying to achieve a great DOF with a fast lens in a bright environment (ie. outdoors, full sunlight, heavy lighting etc)
A great way to be able to stop your camera down, shoot wide open and still not overexpose is to use a ND filter.
I found this filter to be good for my 50mm Canon lens, it does the job and I am quite pleased.
Its not the best quality ND out on the market but far from the worst.At times it can be a bit inconsistent but I find that 95% of the time it gets the job done and allows for me to shoot wide open in those situations where otherwise would be impossible to achieve correct exposure.
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 21 customers
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Landscape Photography
- Portraits
- Traveling
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
I use the product mostly for video work on my T4i with a 50mm f/1.4. It works great. Threads on smoothly. No distortion. No vignetting. I like it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Events
- Flash Photogaphy
- Landscape Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
- Weddings
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
This ND filter is excellent if you use flash at all in outdoor daylight and use fast lenses or need a narrow DOF.
It basically reduces the ambient by 3 stops (think max flash syn speed of 1/250 brought up to 1/2000) allowing you to shoot at say F2.0 to get a narrow DOF in day light or during the 2 hour window known as the golden hour without any trouble.
It's build quality and optical quality is excellent. I use it on my 85 1.8 and notice no difference in image quality nor any color casts when using this excellent ND filter.
I give it a 5/5 as for the price it can not be beaten and I doubt the B&W version is even better yet it costs way more.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
- Traveling
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
I needed a ND filter that would let me shoot my fast lenses at wide apertures in bright daylight. This filter does this very well.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Traveling
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
good quality
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
Does exactly what it is designed to do. I shoot video on my DSLR and it allows me to get F/1.4 while maintaining a shutter speed of 50.
To anyone who wants to shoot video outside on their DSLR this is a MUST.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
- Taste great
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Big Apertures
- Bright sunlight
- Everyday use
- Landscape Photography
- Portraits
- Shooting Wide-Open
- Traveling
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
I use a Mamiya 645 Pro-TL for the majority of my engagement and portrait work, and predominately shoot outdoors under an angry Texas sun. I'm limited to a top shutter speed of 1/1000, which would be a problem when shooting wide-open with an 80mm 1.9 or 2.8 lens, however, this filter fixes the would-be problem by reducing the amount of light roped in by big aperture (for medium-format) lenses. It's a must-have for other photographers in the same boat.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
- Magenta tone
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
This filter has allowed me to increase the exposure time of my shots to create new dramatic effects in well lit environments. I used it for the first time at a local beach at sunrise to capture the shore and skyline. It helped create a misty water look as well as capturing a more even and fuller color across the whole shot.The only down side I have noticed is that it does produce a little more magenta in the final product on longer exposures. This can be corrected in post.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
- Portraits
- Traveling
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
I was looking for something that would allow me to shoot at high apertures during the day time. This was exactly what I was looking for.
I had a Polaroid variable ND filter that had a soft and inconsistent focus.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
Great filter. Works as advertised, and for the price, it's a bargain.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
Three F stops help me slow down the shutter speed, keep my F/1.4 open wide and the DOF narrow.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
- None
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
allows wide apperature in bright light
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
Cons
Best Uses
- DSLR Video
- Filter Protection
- Image Manipulation
- Lens Protection
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
Great value. Perfect for video and shooting in mid day with Canon 28MM F1.8 50mm F1.4 and 100mm F2.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
pretty cheap, works well, good product
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Inconsistent Effect
Best Uses
- Cinematography
- Color Correction
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
When shooting video on DSLR's you can run into problems when trying to achieve a great DOF with a fast lens in a bright environment (ie. outdoors, full sunlight, heavy lighting etc)
A great way to be able to stop your camera down, shoot wide open and still not overexpose is to use a ND filter.
I found this filter to be good for my 50mm Canon lens, it does the job and I am quite pleased.
Its not the best quality ND out on the market but far from the worst.At times it can be a bit inconsistent but I find that 95% of the time it gets the job done and allows for me to shoot wide open in those situations where otherwise would be impossible to achieve correct exposure.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
I use this filter to get that soft water effect on waterfalls and ocean waves. I also use it for night shots and moving subjects.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
As advertised
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
A nice ND filter that does the job. I purchased this for my 50mm f/1.4 lens in order to better shoot with it in bright sunlight and it works great!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
Does what it is designed to. I use all Hoya filters and have no complaints about any of them. This is no exception. I think it is worth a little more for the multi coated model.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
Combine this with a low ISO and small aperture and get long daylight exposures to get those misty smooth waterfalls, oceans, lakes, etc.
Someday I hope to try looong daylight exposures, where people disappear from a busy city street. Might need 2 of these to do that.
Perfect compromise between quality and price: medium price for high quality.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
Cons
- May inhibit auto-focus
Best Uses
- Long Exposures
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
This is just the thing to create long exposures in any conditions. For some users it may be a little too dark, a lesser ND rating may be in order.
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 21 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (18)
- Firm mount (9)
- Clear optics (8)
- Reliable (7)
- Strong construction (7)
Cons
Best Uses
- Image manipulation (7)
- Landscape photography (7)
- Portraits (5)
- Travel (5)
- Everyday (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (5), Semi-professional (4), Enthusiast (3), Professional (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (16)
Most Liked Positive Review
This is how you get creamy moving water.
Combine this with a low ISO and small aperture and get long daylight exposures to get those misty smooth waterfalls, oceans, lakes, etc.
Someday I hope to try looong daylight exposur...Read complete review
Combine this with a low ISO and small aperture and get long daylight exposures to get those misty smooth waterfalls, oceans, lakes, etc.
Someday I hope to try looong daylight exposures, where people disappear from a busy city street. Might need 2 of these to do that.
Perfect compromise between quality and price: medium price for high quality.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Good for videography
When shooting video on DSLR's you can run into problems when trying to achieve a great DOF with a fast lens in a bright environment (ie. outdoors, full sunlight, heavy lighting etc)
When shooting video on DSLR's you can run into problems when trying to achieve a great DOF with a fast lens in a bright environment (ie. outdoors, full sunlight, heavy lighting etc)
A great way to be able to stop your camera down, shoot wide open and still not overexpose is to use a ND filter.
I found this filter to be good for my 50mm Canon lens, it does the job and I am quite pleased.
Its not the best quality ND out on the market but far from the worst.At times it can be a bit inconsistent but I find that 95% of the time it gets the job done and allows for me to shoot wide open in those situations where otherwise would be impossible to achieve correct exposure.
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 21 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-20
Previous | Next »
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Landscape Photography
- Portraits
- Traveling
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
I use the product mostly for video work on my T4i with a 50mm f/1.4. It works great. Threads on smoothly. No distortion. No vignetting. I like it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Events
- Flash Photogaphy
- Landscape Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
- Weddings
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
This ND filter is excellent if you use flash at all in outdoor daylight and use fast lenses or need a narrow DOF.
It basically reduces the ambient by 3 stops (think max flash syn speed of 1/250 brought up to 1/2000) allowing you to shoot at say F2.0 to get a narrow DOF in day light or during the 2 hour window known as the golden hour without any trouble.
It's build quality and optical quality is excellent. I use it on my 85 1.8 and notice no difference in image quality nor any color casts when using this excellent ND filter.
I give it a 5/5 as for the price it can not be beaten and I doubt the B&W version is even better yet it costs way more.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
- Traveling
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
I needed a ND filter that would let me shoot my fast lenses at wide apertures in bright daylight. This filter does this very well.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Traveling
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
good quality
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
Does exactly what it is designed to do. I shoot video on my DSLR and it allows me to get F/1.4 while maintaining a shutter speed of 50.
To anyone who wants to shoot video outside on their DSLR this is a MUST.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
- Taste great
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Big Apertures
- Bright sunlight
- Everyday use
- Landscape Photography
- Portraits
- Shooting Wide-Open
- Traveling
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
I use a Mamiya 645 Pro-TL for the majority of my engagement and portrait work, and predominately shoot outdoors under an angry Texas sun. I'm limited to a top shutter speed of 1/1000, which would be a problem when shooting wide-open with an 80mm 1.9 or 2.8 lens, however, this filter fixes the would-be problem by reducing the amount of light roped in by big aperture (for medium-format) lenses. It's a must-have for other photographers in the same boat.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
- Magenta tone
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
This filter has allowed me to increase the exposure time of my shots to create new dramatic effects in well lit environments. I used it for the first time at a local beach at sunrise to capture the shore and skyline. It helped create a misty water look as well as capturing a more even and fuller color across the whole shot.The only down side I have noticed is that it does produce a little more magenta in the final product on longer exposures. This can be corrected in post.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
- Portraits
- Traveling
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
I was looking for something that would allow me to shoot at high apertures during the day time. This was exactly what I was looking for.
I had a Polaroid variable ND filter that had a soft and inconsistent focus.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
Great filter. Works as advertised, and for the price, it's a bargain.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
Three F stops help me slow down the shutter speed, keep my F/1.4 open wide and the DOF narrow.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
- None
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
allows wide apperature in bright light
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
Cons
Best Uses
- DSLR Video
- Filter Protection
- Image Manipulation
- Lens Protection
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
Great value. Perfect for video and shooting in mid day with Canon 28MM F1.8 50mm F1.4 and 100mm F2.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
pretty cheap, works well, good product
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Inconsistent Effect
Best Uses
- Cinematography
- Color Correction
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
When shooting video on DSLR's you can run into problems when trying to achieve a great DOF with a fast lens in a bright environment (ie. outdoors, full sunlight, heavy lighting etc)
A great way to be able to stop your camera down, shoot wide open and still not overexpose is to use a ND filter.
I found this filter to be good for my 50mm Canon lens, it does the job and I am quite pleased.
Its not the best quality ND out on the market but far from the worst.At times it can be a bit inconsistent but I find that 95% of the time it gets the job done and allows for me to shoot wide open in those situations where otherwise would be impossible to achieve correct exposure.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
I use this filter to get that soft water effect on waterfalls and ocean waves. I also use it for night shots and moving subjects.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
As advertised
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
A nice ND filter that does the job. I purchased this for my 50mm f/1.4 lens in order to better shoot with it in bright sunlight and it works great!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Lens Protection
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
Does what it is designed to. I use all Hoya filters and have no complaints about any of them. This is no exception. I think it is worth a little more for the multi coated model.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
Combine this with a low ISO and small aperture and get long daylight exposures to get those misty smooth waterfalls, oceans, lakes, etc.
Someday I hope to try looong daylight exposures, where people disappear from a busy city street. Might need 2 of these to do that.
Perfect compromise between quality and price: medium price for high quality.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
Cons
- May inhibit auto-focus
Best Uses
- Long Exposures
Comments about Hoya 58mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
This is just the thing to create long exposures in any conditions. For some users it may be a little too dark, a lesser ND rating may be in order.
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