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Hoya 77mm Variable Density Filter
- Price: $199.90
- Free Shipping (USA)
- In Stock
- B&H # HOVD77
- Mfr# A77VDY
Product Highlights
- Provides 1.5 - 9 Stop Exposure Reduction
- Increases Exposure Length of Images
- Creates Artistic Blur of Moving Subjects
- Take Greater Control Over Depth of Field
- Low Profile, Rigid Aluminum Filter Ring
- Hoya High-Quality Optical Glass
The Hoya 77mm Variable Density Filter is a solid variable density filter providing an exposure reduction of about 1.5 to 9 stops. The 1/3 to 1/400 density creates a darkening of the entire image, allowing you to photograph with a wider aperture or slower shutter speed than would normally be required. The degree of density is easily controlled by rotating the front filter ring, allowing you to visualize the additional exposure length required. By slowing your exposure time or increasing your aperture, you are able to both control depth of field and amount of movement conveyed more easily.
This filter features a front rotating element that changes the density of the filter, to help reduce the amount of light entering the camera lens. It is constructed from high-quality optical glass from Hoya Corporation, with an aluminum filter ring.
- Variable neutral density filter allows you to dial in differing amounts of density from scene to scene
- 0.3 to 4.0 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 1.5 to 9 stops, this filter allows you to control depth of field and convey movement more easily
| Type | Variable neutral density |
| Size | 77 mm |
| Filter Factor | 0.3 - 4.0 (1.5 to 9 stops) |
| Rotating | Yes; to vary density |
| Effect | Permits a longer exposure |
| Color Temperature | Does not affect color |
| Construction | High-quality optical glass |
| Front Filter Thread Size | No front filter threads |
| Front Lens Cap Size | Not specified by manufacturer |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 9 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Clear optics (8)
- Easy to use (8)
- Strong construction (7)
- Firm mount (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Image manipulation (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (7)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 9 customers
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Pros
- Clear Optics
Cons
- Inconsistent Effect
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hoya 77mm Variable Density Filter:
I like this one which gives me enough stops when I need, especially for video recording under bright sunshine. It performs pretty well up to about 6 stops. Above that, a black belt will show up, first from corners then to the center. I don't know why previous reviewers did not point this out, though 6 stops are good enough for me.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Convenient
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Incompatible Lens Caps
Best Uses
- Bright Days
- Run And Gun Shooting
Comments about Hoya 77mm Variable Density Filter:
Good quality, affordable Variable Density filter.
Very convenient on a quick shoot when you don't have time to switch ND filters. Only downside is 77mm lens caps do not fit on the filter because, though the filter thread is 77mm, the filter itself is larger than 77mm.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 77mm Variable Density Filter:
I purchased this as a way to limit the ambiant light in bright sunlight so I could still use a flash with a sync speed of 1/200s for fill and catchlights. I haven't had much of a chance to use it yet other than playing around but it looks like it'll do the trick.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Variable Neutral Density
Comments about Hoya 77mm Variable Density Filter:
Nice Vario ND filter. Limited on the 'Max' end with wider angle lenses due to properties of the filter (i.e., the X-image). This is just something you have to work around. Tends to disappear for me at all settings around 50-55mm (35mm equiv).
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Slight Warm Tone
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hoya 77mm Variable Density Filter:
Great sharpness and clarity. Gives a very slight warm tone vs. no filter. I have not run into any issues with strange x patterns common with vari-nd's, although there is a piece of paper with the filter warning that the phenomenon may occur near the minimum setting.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 77mm Variable Density Filter:
I use this filter to slow shutter speeds in bright light and it has replaced the other ND filters of varying strengths that I used to carry. With the ND400 that I used previously I had to compose, focus and then screw the filter on. With this filter I can focus and compose and then rotate the filter to get the degree of light restriction I want. So much easier than carrying several filters and operates smooth as silk. Fast and free shipping from B&H. I'm glad I bought it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 77mm Variable Density Filter:
Help to keep that narrow depth of field (and/or proper shutter) even with a large amount of light.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hoya 77mm Variable Density Filter:
Have been thinking about the variable ND filter for a while now and finally decided to leap! So glad I did. It delivers almost clear through to almost completely black filtering and enables enormous flexibility with shutter speed and aperture setting....even in broad daylight. Fantastic product!!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hoya 77mm Variable Density Filter:
The filter is very convenient and easy to use. It is much preferable to carrying several filters in different strengths, and seems well made and of high quality.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Displaying reviews 1-9
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 9 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Clear optics (8)
- Easy to use (8)
- Strong construction (7)
- Firm mount (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Image manipulation (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (7)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 9 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-9
Pros
- Clear Optics
Cons
- Inconsistent Effect
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hoya 77mm Variable Density Filter:
I like this one which gives me enough stops when I need, especially for video recording under bright sunshine. It performs pretty well up to about 6 stops. Above that, a black belt will show up, first from corners then to the center. I don't know why previous reviewers did not point this out, though 6 stops are good enough for me.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Convenient
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Incompatible Lens Caps
Best Uses
- Bright Days
- Run And Gun Shooting
Comments about Hoya 77mm Variable Density Filter:
Good quality, affordable Variable Density filter.
Very convenient on a quick shoot when you don't have time to switch ND filters. Only downside is 77mm lens caps do not fit on the filter because, though the filter thread is 77mm, the filter itself is larger than 77mm.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 77mm Variable Density Filter:
I purchased this as a way to limit the ambiant light in bright sunlight so I could still use a flash with a sync speed of 1/200s for fill and catchlights. I haven't had much of a chance to use it yet other than playing around but it looks like it'll do the trick.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Variable Neutral Density
Comments about Hoya 77mm Variable Density Filter:
Nice Vario ND filter. Limited on the 'Max' end with wider angle lenses due to properties of the filter (i.e., the X-image). This is just something you have to work around. Tends to disappear for me at all settings around 50-55mm (35mm equiv).
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Slight Warm Tone
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hoya 77mm Variable Density Filter:
Great sharpness and clarity. Gives a very slight warm tone vs. no filter. I have not run into any issues with strange x patterns common with vari-nd's, although there is a piece of paper with the filter warning that the phenomenon may occur near the minimum setting.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 77mm Variable Density Filter:
I use this filter to slow shutter speeds in bright light and it has replaced the other ND filters of varying strengths that I used to carry. With the ND400 that I used previously I had to compose, focus and then screw the filter on. With this filter I can focus and compose and then rotate the filter to get the degree of light restriction I want. So much easier than carrying several filters and operates smooth as silk. Fast and free shipping from B&H. I'm glad I bought it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 77mm Variable Density Filter:
Help to keep that narrow depth of field (and/or proper shutter) even with a large amount of light.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hoya 77mm Variable Density Filter:
Have been thinking about the variable ND filter for a while now and finally decided to leap! So glad I did. It delivers almost clear through to almost completely black filtering and enables enormous flexibility with shutter speed and aperture setting....even in broad daylight. Fantastic product!!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hoya 77mm Variable Density Filter:
The filter is very convenient and easy to use. It is much preferable to carrying several filters in different strengths, and seems well made and of high quality.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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