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Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter
- Price: $34.99
- Free Shipping (USA)
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- B&H # POFF58
- Mfr# PLFILFDND58
Product Highlights
- 3x to 400x Variable ND Filter
- Decrease Exposure by 1.3 to 8.6 Stops
- Multicoated Glass Construction
The Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter is a solid variable neutral density filter providing a reduction of about 1.3 to 8.6 stops. The ND 3x to ND 400x density creates a darkening of the entire image, allowing you to photograph with a wider aperture or slower shutter speed than normally required. The degree of density is easily controlled by rotating the front filter ring, allowing you to previsualize the additional exposure length required. By slowing your exposure time or increasing your aperture, 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.
- Variable neutral density filter allows you to dial in differing amounts of density scene to scene.
- 3x to 400x neutral density filter darkens the image, allowing you to photograph with a longer shutter speed or wider aperture than normally required.
- Providing a reduction of 1.3 to 8.6 stops, this filter allows you to control depth of field and convey movement more easily.
- Filter does not affect coloration of the image and can be used with other filters.
- Multicoated glass filter for optical clarity and color fidelity.
- To help minimize vignetting, the front filter thread dimensions are larger than the mounting thread dimensions; for stacking filters, the front thread diameter is 62mm.
| Type | Variable neutral density |
| Size | 58 mm |
| Filter Factor | ND 3x to 400x (1.3 to 8.6 stops) |
| Rotating | Yes; to vary density |
| Effect | Permits a longer exposure |
| Color Temperature | Does not affect color |
| Construction | Aluminum filter ring and multicoated glass |
| Front Filter Thread Size | 62 mm |
| Front Lens Cap Size | 62 mm |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 16 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
85%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (11)
- Clear optics (6)
- Firm mount (6)
- Strong construction (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Image manipulation (8)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual photographer (3), Photo enthusiast (3), Pro photographer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (14)
Most Liked Positive Review
Awesome
This lens filter works great, I use it to shoot river pictures with a slow shutter speed during the day. It is not the most expensive ND filter out there, but it seems to...Read complete review
This lens filter works great, I use it to shoot river pictures with a slow shutter speed during the day. It is not the most expensive ND filter out there, but it seems to work great. The only downside is that my lens cap soesn't seem to fit securly on the filter. Doesn't really bother me because I don't keep the filter on my lens all the time.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Does the job!
I use the filter for slow shutter speeds during the day. So far i have only used it at the beach. The filter works how it should, the only downside being it doesn't screw...Read complete review
I use the filter for slow shutter speeds during the day. So far i have only used it at the beach. The filter works how it should, the only downside being it doesn't screw on to my Canon lens tightly.
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 16 customers
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Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
I bought this Neutral Density filter for my 28mm EF Lens for use on my Canon 7D. I bought it for shooting video with small apertures (1.8) on really sunny days. Works well and has a solid construction. Great product for the price.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Bad In Direct Sunlight
- Inconsistent Effect
Best Uses
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
Indoors with a flash it seems to work fine -- although the maximum variation in density occurs over a small range of rotation. Outdoors in the sun it's unacceptable: Both facing towards and away from the sun, when you rotate it into the range where the density is highest, you get a huge dark blue cross across the scene! So it's only usable, in direct sunlight, at lower density settings. Outdoors in open shade it seems to be OK. One final FYI: Although the rear threads are 58mm, the front threads are 62mm.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
A little too soft for me. Quality worsens as the stops are increased.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Color Correction
- Filter Protection
- Image Manipulation
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
The ease of a single filter adjusting those extra stops with a D600.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Inconsistent Effect
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
Gets an X pattern at full darkness, but works well enough of me to get about a 5 second exposure in bright sun.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
Just got an Alpha 77 for Christmas and added this filter for bright shots. Works marvelously.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
really nice ND filter.. if you dont want to be carrying different densitiys filter this is the way to go...
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Larger Front Dia Threads
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
Can't beat it at this price point. It even appears to be multi-coated.
I got this for a Sony camera I shoot infrared with and can not change aperature or shutter speed in that mode, so this changes everything for exposure. I use to have to switch out NDs to adjust exposer, a real pain.
This is the perfect solution for me.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
This is a great filter to be able to dial down the exact amount of light you wish to block. If you're shooting outdoors and you can't easily control the light, ND filters are a must.This filter allows you to select different amounts of light without changing the filter.Cons:Outside diameter is larger than 58mm (to prevent vignetting I assume) so your lens cap doesn't fit.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
This is a great filter for my 85mm prime. If you are shooting towards the sun, you absolutely need to use a good hood as the sun washes out the filter and its very noticeable. You can smoothly change the ND strength if light changes in the middle of a shot(video). It's a bit jarring with a video camera as you have to click through the strengths.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
The filter does exactly what it say it will do. If you are on a budget, like me, then you will find thistle be an amazing product since it has multiple steps.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
I use this on my XF100 to get a shallow depth of field and it works. I would recommend this to a friend on a budget.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Markings inaccurate
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
I use this filter both for video and photography on my canon 60d. It has been quite the life saver on really bright sunny days allowing me to shoot video @ 24p shutter: 1/50th at f2.8 giving me my desired Depth of field while still remaining sharp edge to edge. As for photography it has really improved my landscape photography.the filter gives me the advatage of wide apatures and long exposures to give me the best smooth water effect. overall this filter has really improved my game.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Loose Mount
Best Uses
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
I use the filter for slow shutter speeds during the day. So far i have only used it at the beach. The filter works how it should, the only downside being it doesn't screw on to my Canon lens tightly.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Images shared by Welly
Slow shutter speed at Bondi Beach during Sunset
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
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Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Lens cap does not fit
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
This lens filter works great, I use it to shoot river pictures with a slow shutter speed during the day. It is not the most expensive ND filter out there, but it seems to work great. The only downside is that my lens cap soesn't seem to fit securly on the filter. Doesn't really bother me because I don't keep the filter on my lens all the time.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Images shared by STVNS
(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)
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REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 16 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
85%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (11)
- Clear optics (6)
- Firm mount (6)
- Strong construction (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Image manipulation (8)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual photographer (3), Photo enthusiast (3), Pro photographer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (14)
Most Liked Positive Review
Awesome
This lens filter works great, I use it to shoot river pictures with a slow shutter speed during the day. It is not the most expensive ND filter out there, but it seems to...Read complete review
This lens filter works great, I use it to shoot river pictures with a slow shutter speed during the day. It is not the most expensive ND filter out there, but it seems to work great. The only downside is that my lens cap soesn't seem to fit securly on the filter. Doesn't really bother me because I don't keep the filter on my lens all the time.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Does the job!
I use the filter for slow shutter speeds during the day. So far i have only used it at the beach. The filter works how it should, the only downside being it doesn't screw...Read complete review
I use the filter for slow shutter speeds during the day. So far i have only used it at the beach. The filter works how it should, the only downside being it doesn't screw on to my Canon lens tightly.
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 16 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-16
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
I bought this Neutral Density filter for my 28mm EF Lens for use on my Canon 7D. I bought it for shooting video with small apertures (1.8) on really sunny days. Works well and has a solid construction. Great product for the price.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Bad In Direct Sunlight
- Inconsistent Effect
Best Uses
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
Indoors with a flash it seems to work fine -- although the maximum variation in density occurs over a small range of rotation. Outdoors in the sun it's unacceptable: Both facing towards and away from the sun, when you rotate it into the range where the density is highest, you get a huge dark blue cross across the scene! So it's only usable, in direct sunlight, at lower density settings. Outdoors in open shade it seems to be OK. One final FYI: Although the rear threads are 58mm, the front threads are 62mm.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
A little too soft for me. Quality worsens as the stops are increased.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Color Correction
- Filter Protection
- Image Manipulation
- Lens Protection
- UV Protection
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
The ease of a single filter adjusting those extra stops with a D600.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Inconsistent Effect
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
Gets an X pattern at full darkness, but works well enough of me to get about a 5 second exposure in bright sun.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
Just got an Alpha 77 for Christmas and added this filter for bright shots. Works marvelously.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
really nice ND filter.. if you dont want to be carrying different densitiys filter this is the way to go...
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Larger Front Dia Threads
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
Can't beat it at this price point. It even appears to be multi-coated.
I got this for a Sony camera I shoot infrared with and can not change aperature or shutter speed in that mode, so this changes everything for exposure. I use to have to switch out NDs to adjust exposer, a real pain.
This is the perfect solution for me.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Images shared by Motlama
Was this review helpful? Yes / No
- You may also flag this review
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
This is a great filter to be able to dial down the exact amount of light you wish to block. If you're shooting outdoors and you can't easily control the light, ND filters are a must.This filter allows you to select different amounts of light without changing the filter.Cons:Outside diameter is larger than 58mm (to prevent vignetting I assume) so your lens cap doesn't fit.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
This is a great filter for my 85mm prime. If you are shooting towards the sun, you absolutely need to use a good hood as the sun washes out the filter and its very noticeable. You can smoothly change the ND strength if light changes in the middle of a shot(video). It's a bit jarring with a video camera as you have to click through the strengths.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
The filter does exactly what it say it will do. If you are on a budget, like me, then you will find thistle be an amazing product since it has multiple steps.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
I use this on my XF100 to get a shallow depth of field and it works. I would recommend this to a friend on a budget.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Markings inaccurate
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
I use this filter both for video and photography on my canon 60d. It has been quite the life saver on really bright sunny days allowing me to shoot video @ 24p shutter: 1/50th at f2.8 giving me my desired Depth of field while still remaining sharp edge to edge. As for photography it has really improved my landscape photography.the filter gives me the advatage of wide apatures and long exposures to give me the best smooth water effect. overall this filter has really improved my game.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Loose Mount
Best Uses
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
I use the filter for slow shutter speeds during the day. So far i have only used it at the beach. The filter works how it should, the only downside being it doesn't screw on to my Canon lens tightly.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Images shared by Welly
Slow shutter speed at Bondi Beach during Sunset
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
Was this review helpful? Yes / No
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Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Lens cap does not fit
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Polaroid 58mm Neutral Density Fader Filter:
This lens filter works great, I use it to shoot river pictures with a slow shutter speed during the day. It is not the most expensive ND filter out there, but it seems to work great. The only downside is that my lens cap soesn't seem to fit securly on the filter. Doesn't really bother me because I don't keep the filter on my lens all the time.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Images shared by STVNS
(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)
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