This 10-stop, 58mm Hoya HD MKII IRND Filter 58mm 10-Stopfrom Hoya HD MKII IRND Filter 58mm 10-Stopfeatures HOYA's exclusive ACCU-ND technology, which achieves equal reduction of the light in visible and IR spectrums. This added IR filtration eliminates issues with color shift in any shooting conditions, when compared to conventional ND filters.

Neutral density filters are important for filmmakers and photographers because they allow precise control over the amount of light passing through the lens. For filmmakers, this means shutter speeds that match camera frame-rate while maintaining creative depth-of-field control. Using a longer shutter speed makes it possible to increase motion blur to convey a sense of movement, or to dial in a video camera framerate. Increased density also makes it possible to shoot using wider lens apertures, helping to isolate a subject from the background.

3.0 Optical Density    Optical Glass Filter with Multicoating    Waterproof and Oil-Repellent Coating    Low-Profile Aluminum Frame    For Still and Video Applications    Darkens Entire Image Area    Reduces Visible and Infrared Light    Front Filter Threads    Plastic Storage Case

The HD MK II IRND Series neutral density filters feature an anti-reflection multi-coating that reduces reflections caused by scattered light rays, which is an important concern during long exposures. In addition, a waterproof and oil repellent top-coat is applied for easy cleaning and maintenance.

The filter is mounted into a low-profile, lightweight, precision-milled aluminum frame. This frame design takes extra care to prevent light leaks and bleeding around the filter that may occur during long exposures. The slim filter frame can be used on most wide-angle lenses without vignetting. It features front filter threads for attaching additional filters or a protective lens cap.

If a single ND filter does not satisfy the requirement of the situation, or the photographer's vision, a combination of filters can be useful. For example: the combination of the HD MKII IRND 64 plus the HD MKII IRND 1000 will provide 16 stops of light reduction, enough to allow a camera to capture an image of the surface of the sun without overexposure.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will this fisheye lens fit with a Canon XF100 HD Professional Camcorder? If it does I'm buying both right away

A: The Canon XF100 has a 58mm filter thread. This should work well with that camcorder.

Q: 2. can I use this on canon t3 58mm lens?

A: This lens is designed for camcorders. If the 58mm thread is compatible with your Canon lens give it a try. You may or may not be happy with the results.

Q: 3. What does this look like compared to the Cavision 0.35 fisheye?

A: The Cavision .35x Wide-Angle Fisheye Adapter Lens will provide a slighter wider image with .35x magnification compared to the Opteka 58mm 0.3X HD Ultra Fisheye Lens Adapter.

Q: 4. Will this fit a Canon gl2?

A: Yes, you will need to remove the lens hood on the Canon GL2.

Q: 5. Will this fit a Sony vx2000? Or is this the baby death lens?

A: Yes it fit the vx2000. Baby death lens is to small for the vx2000 as I made that mistake

Q: 6. Would this lens fit a vx1000? If not, what fisheye would fit a vx1000.

A: This lens will work withe SONY DCR-VX1000 camcorder. They both offer 58mm filter threads.

Q: 7. will this work on a panasonic hc-wxf991?

A: The Opteka 58mm 0.3X HD Ultra Fisheye Lens Adapter will not work with the 49mm threading of the Panasonic HC-WXF991K 4K Ultra HD Camcorder with Twin Camera. A step up ring from 49mm to 58mm would be required to fit the Fish eye lens to the camcorder body.

Q: 8. Will this fit a vx2000? as I the vx2000 uses a bayonet mount? does this lens attach using the bayonet mount? or does it come with an adapter.

A: This lens screws onto the front of a camcorder lens offering a 58mm front threading. The SONY DCR VX2000 has a 58mm front threading that will accept this OPTEKA accessory lens.

Q: 9. Does this lens work for the Canon XHA1 HDV?

A: The Canon XH-A1s 3CCD HDV Camcorder uses a 72mm filter thread, so the Opteka 58mm 0.3X HD Ultra Fisheye Lens Adapter would not be compatible. You should try the Opteka 72mm 0.3X HD Ultra Fisheye Lens Adapter (OPTSC72FE) instead. See: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/673947-REG/Opteka_OPTSC72FE_72mm_0_3X_HD_Ultra.html

Q: 10. Will this fit on a canon rebel t5 kit lens (18-55)?

A: Yes this will fit on the Canon t5i.