Hoya 72mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter
The Hoya 72mm 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 | 72mm |
| 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 | 72mm |
| Front Lens Cap Size | 72mm |
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Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Clear optics (11)
- Easy to use (9)
- Strong construction (9)
- Firm mount (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Image manipulation (7)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (8), Semi-pro photographer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (7)
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hoya 72mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
FOR SHOWING MOVEMENT.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Color neutral
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Decrease depth of field
- Slow down shutter speed
Comments about Hoya 72mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
The ND is primarily used to decrease the depth of field when taking portraits, but in general, anytime I want to open up the lens or use a slower shutter speed.
I really like the fact that it is color neutral...it doesn't appear to affect color content at all.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 72mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
This is a top quality, solidly constructed ND filter. The price is very reasonable for this type of filter.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hoya 72mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
GREAT FILTER FOR MOTION BLUR ON CLOUDY DAYS. NOT ENOUGH LIGHT REDUCTION IN DIRECT SUN.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Exposure correction
Comments about Hoya 72mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
I used this ND filter for my school project using multiple lighting on a 5D with a 28-135mm lens. The images came out beautifully! It is good quality and easy to keep clean. There are filters that are better quality, but cost substantially more. It is a great value!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
Cons
- Why are filters costly
Best Uses
- Flash sync
- Use lens at wider opening
- Use slower shutter speed
Comments about Hoya 72mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
I use this so I can shoot at bright daylight but at lower a wider F-Stop opening or slower shutter speed so I can sync with flash. Does its job.
I use a Sekonic L358 Meter for metering. To get the correct ambient reading or flash meter reading with the filter attached on my lens, I set the L358 to compensate by -3.0 (press both ISO buttons and turn wheel to make adjustment). I initially just tried to do the calculations in my head, but it was slowing me down when having to do readings for ambient and flash.
I gave it four Stars only because it is almost half the price of a Canon 50mm 1.8 lens. Generally speaking, I don't know why filters are so expensive.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 72mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
Very good 0.9 nd by Hoya
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hoya 72mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
Hey, it's a ND filter! It does what it should.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
- Lens Protection
Comments about Hoya 72mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
Great filter. Used it to shoot waterfalls during the day. This filter allowed me to shoot at slower shutter speeds, allowing me to get the "silky" look to the falls. Great job, Hoya!
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hoya 72mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
After reading lots of reviews I settled on this ND filter as being the best value for money, and it is. It is well made and slim enough to not show vignetting on my Nikkor 18-200 mm lens at the widest angle, and it reduces light entering the lens by 3 stops.
To obtain creamy waterfall shots in summer daylight, a 3-stop reduction still isn't enough though even at f/22 & ISO 100 + coupled with a polarizer, so just be aware of that. I probably should have bought a 6-stop ND filter but can't afford one for the amount of use it would get in my amateur hands.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Color Correction
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Hoya 72mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
Bought this filter for video use. Trying to perfect shooting a night scene on a overcast day. With a little trial and error hopefully it will work.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Slower shutter speed
Comments about Hoya 72mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
How much can you say about a neutral density filter. Quality seems good, and it does what I need. I bought 72 mm, but should have gone with 77 to use with my new lens. Oh well, hind sight. I bought a bunch of adapter rings to use the filter with all of my smaller lenses.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Hoya 72mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
I rated this 5 stars, because even though similar filters exist which are 2 to 3 times the price of this one, I believe that noticeable improvement over this one would be marginal at best.
How much can you say about one of these things anyway? I was pleased. It was glass, it felt sturdy, there wasn't any color cast, there was no significant loss of sharpness. I was disappointed when I left it on the hood of my car and took off down the highway. Someday, I'll buy another.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Consistent Effect
- Firm Mount
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
- Lens Protection
Comments about Hoya 72mm Neutral Density (NDX8) 0.9 Filter:
This filter is essential when shooting with fast primes in daylight. The Hoya HMC model does a really good job....no loss of color balance.
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- Price: $9.95
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- One-Year Warranty
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