This 1.5 to 9-stop, 77mm Hoya Variable Density II Filter features an updated design of the Hoya Variable Density II that minimizes the vignette effect often experienced when shooting on wide-angle lenses. Hoya engineers reconstructed the Variable Density frame, minimized the overall thickness, and created a top frame that is one full size bigger than the original Variable Neutral Density Filter. The variable ND allows you to control how much darkening of the entire image you create. This allows you to photograph with a wider aperture or slower shutter speed without overexposing your image. By slowing your exposure time, you can create motion blur for special effects or to convey a sense of movement. Opening your iris allows you to create shallow depth of field, which can help isolate your subject.
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Key Features
- Thin Frame Design Minimizes Vignetting
- Optical Glass
- Aluminum Ring
- Dedicated Knob for Precise Rotation
This 1.5 to 9-stop, 77mm Hoya Variable Density II Filter features an updated design of the Hoya Variable Density II that minimizes the vignette effect often experienced when shooting on wide-angle lenses. Hoya engineers reconstructed the Variable Density frame, minimized the overall thickness, and created a top frame that is one full size bigger than the original Variable Neutral Density Filter. The variable ND allows you to control how much darkening of the entire image you create. This allows you to photograph with a wider aperture or slower shutter speed without overexposing your image. By slowing your exposure time, you can create motion blur for special effects or to convey a sense of movement. Opening your iris allows you to create shallow depth of field, which can help isolate your subject.
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Hoya VDY-II Overview
UPC: 024066069931
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Hoya VDY-II Reviews
Variable filter
By Gerald
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2025-05-30
Would have given it 5 but lens cap no longer fits. Sky’s are brighter and not as much editing
Not a bad VND
By Robert
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2023-12-03
I needed a VND and had to also use the lens hood so my normal VND’s wouldn’t work in this situation as it’s a smaller thread. Definitely did the job and I’d recommend it.
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Is the knob detachable?
Is the knob detachable?
Yes, the knob on the Hoya Variable Density II Filter is removable.
Date published: 2025-02-11
does the canon lens cap the comes with a 77mm fit ...
does the canon lens cap the comes with a 77mm fit on this filter? the older Hoya I have I can not fit my canon lens cap on
Even with the previous VD filter i used the lens hood which would mount on the lens itself. In this case you will have to remove the screw, connect the filter and use the hood directly on the lens lock.
Date published: 2024-12-10
Does this filter have click stops for each ND ...
Does this filter have click stops for each ND stop? If so, do the click stops work even when the set screw/knob is removed?
The primary use of VND filters is shooting video on mirrorless cameras, and many cinema cameras which do not have built-in ND filters. Click stops would make this filter useless for video. Most VND filters have indicators on the filter rings, but these are approximate. The one thing you should avoid, and the only case where hard stops would be welcome, is at the maximum density value. This is because VND filters contain two polarizers, and the planes of polarization eventually cause moire patterns. Very few VND filters contain hard stops, however. My guess is that doing so would dramatically increase cost because each individual filter would require precision calibration and markings, which would probably put a multiplier on manufacturing labor costs.
Date published: 2023-10-26
Can the OEM Lens hood be used while filter is on? ...
Can the OEM Lens hood be used while filter is on? I can still use the lens hood with the old Hoya variable ND.
I can confirm that I am able to use this Hoya II filter WITH the lens hood on my Olympus 40-150mm f2.8 PRO
Date published: 2025-02-10
does the knob help in locking the selected stop? ...
does the knob help in locking the selected stop? or is it only for moving it?
No, the metal handle is only for adjusting the strength of the Hoya Variable Density II ND Filter (82mm, 1.5 to 9-Stop).
Date published: 2024-11-27
Would this filter cause a colour shift when ...
Would this filter cause a colour shift when combined with the Hoya UV and IR Cut filter?
Don't stack additional filters with a VND. It just introduces more reflective surfaces in the optical path. Since the VND itself supplies the lens protection that most UV filters are employed for, there is no upside to stacking multiple filters. As for IR pollution, be prepared to do your own testing. There are IR cut VND filters out there, but my experience with IR ND has not been good, even after purchasing a set from a major manufacturer that was endorsed by a famous cinematographer. While IR pollution may have been mitigated, there was significant impact to natural color in the visible parts of the spectrum, a weird color cast that is difficult or impossible to retouch or edit because it seems non-linear. This may be specific to my particular camera sensor, but if you go for IR filtration, you should test extensively before major projects where weird color renditions would create problems.
Date published: 2023-07-20
What is the front thread size for the 55mm ...
What is the front thread size for the 55mm filter?
The Hoya Variable Density II ND Filter (1.5 to 9-Stop ) does not have front filter threads.
Date published: 2024-09-18
Can you remove that screw?
Can you remove that screw?
Yes it actually comes with the screw already removed, so you can choose whether to attached it or not.
Date published: 2025-02-10