Hoya HD Mk II IRND64 (1.8) Neutral Density Filter 72mm

The Hoya HD Mk II IRND64 (1.8) is a neutral density filter that reduces light to the equivalent of 6 stops. Featuring ACCU-ND IR-cut technology, hydrophobic and oleophobic coating, and a low-profile frame. With a density of 1.8, it divides incoming light by 64 (6 stops). Neutral density (ND) filters are essential for photographers and video creators alike. For photographers, ND filters allow precise control over the amount of light passing through the lens for better creative exposure control. Video creators use them to adjust shutter speeds to match frame rates while maintaining depth of field. This filter is perfect for panning subjects or creating blur effects, ideal for capturing movement like flowing water, wave motion, or moving people. The HD Mk II IRND64 allows you to use appropriate f-stops to avoid diffraction and achieve the necessary shutter speed for expressive motion blur.