Singh-Ray 77mm Vari-ND Variable Neutral Density Filter
The Singh-Ray 77mm Vari-ND Variable Neutral Density Filter - This neutral density filter gives you the capability to use fast film in bright sunlight. ND filters have several uses and offer the possibility to achieve otherwise unachievable results. They enable the shooter to adjust exposure without affecting color balance. ND filters reduce the amount of light reaching the film.
When used with a digital camera, you can effectively see how this filter works. After the initial exposure, you can check your LCD image and then make whatever change in exposure you feel you need to enhance your image. By rotating the ring, you can either increase or decrease the ND effect. This will be especially useful when trying to achieve "blurred" or "panned" shots.
The filter contains "index" points to help you mark your spot. They do not represent actual ND settings , i.e. non-calibrated - but are there to help you re-set your filter when you wish to recreate the effect.
Note! Singh-Ray cannot predict when vignetting may occur - especially with very wide angle lenses. To avoid vignetting, adjust your focal length, position, and/or composition to remove the vignetting - use your digital camera's display for reference.
- Front ring can accept a Mor-Slo 5-stop Solid ND Filter or a Cokin holder for ND Grad Filters 1
- Front Min/Max density ring lets you adjust density from 2-2/3 to 8 f/stops
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 situation
- 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
- ND.3 (exposure adjustment = 1 stop)
- ND.6 (exposure adjustment = 2 stops)
- ND.9 (exposure adjustment = 3 stops)
| Type | Vari-ND Variable Neutral Density Filter |
| Size |
77mm Thickness: 14.2mm |
| Grade | Variable from 2-2/3 to 8 f/stops |
| Filter Factor | Depends on the position of the rotating ring |
| Multi-Coated | No |
| Rotating | Yes |
| Effect | Neutral density |
| Application | Outdoor, nature and scenic photography |
| Color Temperature | Not Applicable |
| Construction | Glass |
| Front Filter Thread Size | 77mm |
| Front Lens Cap Size | 77mm |
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by PowerReviews(based on 31 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
96%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (25)
- Strong construction (15)
- Clear optics (14)
- Firm mount (13)
Cons
Best Uses
- Image manipulation (9)
- Color correction (4)
- Shooting outdoors (3)
- UV protection (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Semi-pro photographer (10), Pro photographer (7), Photo enthusiast (4), Professional photographer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (20)
Most Liked Positive Review
The gear of my dreams.
There are times you want to shoot the frame with f/5.6 + ISO100 + 1/30 sec outdoors in the middle of the day. So that you want to use the maximum sharpness out...Read complete review
There are times you want to shoot the frame with f/5.6 + ISO100 + 1/30 sec outdoors in the middle of the day. So that you want to use the maximum sharpness out of your lens, very low noise due to ISO100 and the motion blur of 1/30 sec exposure. To do that you either have to carry the whole set of ND filters or simply the Singhray variND filter. It is best to use this filter with wide angle lenses having 52 to 67mm filter threads and step-up-rings to avoid the vingetting due to the thickness of the filter.
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Most Liked Negative Review
not the best solution for 20mm lens
I bought this filter to use it with my 20mm lens on FF, but it just produces the worst vignetting i have ever seen. Step-up ring from 62mm to 77mm didn't help at all....Read complete review
I bought this filter to use it with my 20mm lens on FF, but it just produces the worst vignetting i have ever seen. Step-up ring from 62mm to 77mm didn't help at all. I hope i can sell this one and go for the thin one. what a disappointment.
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Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
Cons
- None
Best Uses
Comments about Singh-Ray 77mm Vari-ND Variable Neutral Density Filter:
The Singh-Ray Vari-ND filter offers the flexibility of a set of filters in one slim package. No Stacking required.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Available in slim mount
- Controls light
- Easy To Use
- High Quality
- Improves Picture Quality
- Professional results
Cons
- High cost
Best Uses
- Create ethereal scenes
- Shooting moving water
- Shooting Outdoors
- Shoreline photography
Comments about Singh-Ray 77mm Vari-ND Variable Neutral Density Filter:
I'm a Pro scenic landscape-nature and travel photographer. I'm often confronted with a situation where an ND filter is necessary to create an artistic touch for a marketable print. Before the Vari-ND filter I may have found myself composing with the tripod on wet slippery rocks photographing a waterfall or river scene. I would need to compose, focus and then find a way to install either an ND6 or ND10 without sliding into the river or worse dropping an expensive filter. Those days are now over! I can set up, compose and focus with the Singh-Ray vari ND in place while on the lightest setting and simply adjust the filter like a Circular Polarizer.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Comments about Singh-Ray 77mm Vari-ND Variable Neutral Density Filter:
Only for use up to 30mm!!!
Be careful with a 24 mm lens
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
- expensive
Best Uses
- Daytime photography
- Landscapescenery
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Singh-Ray 77mm Vari-ND Variable Neutral Density Filter:
This is a must have for any serious fine art landscape photographer. I use this whenever I shoot in broad daylight. A great tool to slow your shutter speed and give more drama to an image. The best part about it is how you can dial the amount of light you want to capture.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Singh-Ray 77mm Vari-ND Variable Neutral Density Filter:
I bought this filter to add a new dimension to my photography by allowing me to use longer shutter openings to show movement of certain elements in my images. It works well because the user can set the filter to MIN for composition and focusing, then rotate to darker for exposure. The user must use the histogram to determine the proper exposure since the camera's light meter most likely will not indicate correctly. Shooting in full manual is best, of course.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Singh-Ray 77mm Vari-ND Variable Neutral Density Filter:
Enables shooting video at large apertures while maintaing low shutter speed of about 60/s at 24 FPS on a video DSLR with a lot of available light.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Many filters in one
- Professional Quality
Cons
- A little difficult to use
Best Uses
- Creamy water
- Landscape
Comments about Singh-Ray 77mm Vari-ND Variable Neutral Density Filter:
This "set" of filters is great for travel photography and for anyone trying to lighten their load. The initial investment is a bit steep, but compared to buying all the filters this one does, it's a good value.
I used mine for the first time last week for mid-day photography on a Mexican beach and was able to slow my shutter to 15 seconds! Yes, at midday!
I added a split neutral density filter and got some great shots, but also some garbage. You must be careful about how light strikes the front of filters - especially stacked filters.
Because this set is thick, it may cause vignetting on wide angle lenses - it does with my Nikkor 17-55mm, f/2.8.
It's a great addition to my bag and I recommend it!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Comments about Singh-Ray 77mm Vari-ND Variable Neutral Density Filter:
Very handy with experimenting with various ND settings to get the right effect for your picture. Great for moving water/ landscape photos.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
- Long exposures
Comments about Singh-Ray 77mm Vari-ND Variable Neutral Density Filter:
Ideal for landscape photography in every kind of light, because of its range of ND stops. Easy to use and of great quality.
Recommended!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Color Correction
Comments about Singh-Ray 77mm Vari-ND Variable Neutral Density Filter:
I just got back from a trip to Mexico and the Variable ND filter made it possible to get some great sunset shots and lose those annoying bystanders.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Singh-Ray 77mm Vari-ND Variable Neutral Density Filter:
Debated on spending this much money for a filter for over a year....finally broke down and bought it.....DO NOT REGRET spending the moolah at all!!!
NOW, I can take portraits (in studio or outside) and keep an aperture that's desirable...for shallow depth of field.
Doing shoots in bright sunlight can be a real challenge concerning the wide f-stop but this filter takes care of that.
PLUS, it takes the place of several ND filters...NICE!!!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Singh-Ray 77mm Vari-ND Variable Neutral Density Filter:
Great to get that perfect picture of moving water. Pricey, but worth every penny.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate color
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Long Exposures
- Waterfall photos
Comments about Singh-Ray 77mm Vari-ND Variable Neutral Density Filter:
This one filter replaced multiple filters that would be needed to do the same as what this can do. The image quality is very sharp and the color is 100% accurate. This is great for shooting anything where you need to slow your shutter speed down. I just did a shoot of some waterfalls in Alabama and the shots look like they came right out of a National Geographic magazine. Take a look at the below link, photos numbered from 31-35 are all taken using this filter. I can't wait to go shoot more waterfalls.[@]
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
Cons
- Inconsistent Effect
- Vignetting
Best Uses
- Filming
Comments about Singh-Ray 77mm Vari-ND Variable Neutral Density Filter:
A bit disapointing to disscover vignetting on my 16-35 mm lense with this filter.
But great for filming with my 5D to keep shutter speed at 50.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Color Correction
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Singh-Ray 77mm Vari-ND Variable Neutral Density Filter:
This was expensive but well worth the investment, color accuracy and the control to go to whichever ND factor you want to, amazing. Luckily all my lenses have the same filter mount so one filter will work for me!
I mainly use it for flash sync in bright sun at big f stop
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Singh-Ray 77mm Vari-ND Variable Neutral Density Filter:
A great filter specially for DSLR cameras. You can dial the amount of ND with rotation of the front as in polarizer filter. Excellent for out door use, so you don't have to use different ND filters. One unite replaces all my ND filters. I just wished they would make it with a bit more friction on rotation so it would eliminate the accidental turn.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Color Correction
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Singh-Ray 77mm Vari-ND Variable Neutral Density Filter:
This filter should be in every landscape photographers bag
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Not for wide lenses
- Vignetting is really bad
Best Uses
Comments about Singh-Ray 77mm Vari-ND Variable Neutral Density Filter:
I bought this filter to use it with my 20mm lens on FF, but it just produces the worst vignetting i have ever seen. Step-up ring from 62mm to 77mm didn't help at all. I hope i can sell this one and go for the thin one. what a disappointment.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Singh-Ray 77mm Vari-ND Variable Neutral Density Filter:
I bought one and broke it trying to clean Gunk off the brand new lens. [...] Singh Ray wouldn't give my money back but said they would fix the Vari-ND for $280. Great product but bad customer relations. There was uncured chemicals on the lens [...]. But it is a great product even though they charge so much and do nothing for you when their product is defective!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Singh-Ray 77mm Vari-ND Variable Neutral Density Filter:
I purchased this filter after a professional photographer, who's blog I follow, reviewed and recommended it. Also, I planned a trip to Yellowstone, and I thought this would extend my range of image possibilities with the sunny, clear weather that was forecasted. The filter was very easy to use, obviously well made, with clear optics. Vignetting occurs at wide focal lengths; I adjusted my compositions for cropping in post.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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