This 86mm Tiffen 86mm ND Filter 2.3-Stopis a solid ND filter with a filter factor of 5x that provides a 2.3-stop exposure reduction. Its 0.7 density creates a darkening of the entire image, allowing you to photograph with a wider aperture or slower shutter speed than normally required. By slowing your exposure time or increasing your aperture, you are able to control depth of field and convey movement more easily. Neutral density filters do not affect the coloration of the image and are ideal for pairing with other filters.

This filter is made using ColorCore technology, a process that involves laminating the filter substrate between 2 pieces of optical glass, grinding flat to a tolerance of 1/10,000th of an inch, and then mounting to precision metal rings.

0.7 Optical Density    ColorCore Technology    86mm Front Threads    Darkens Entire Image    Allows Reduced Shutter Speed    Allows Wider Aperture    Includes Plastic Case

The 0.7 neutral density filter darkens the image, allowing you to photograph with a longer shutter speed or wider aperture than normally required.

Providing a 2.3-stop exposure reduction, this filter allows you to control depth of field and convey movement more easily.

Filter does not affect coloration of the image and is ideal for use with other filters.

Front filter threads allow for use with other filters.

Plastic filter case for storage and transport.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. It is 2mm thick?

A: Tiffen MPTV filters are 4mm thick

Q: 2. will this fit on a Canon XA25 & does it eliminate the subject washout I get from bright/white stage lights?

A: This filter will fit any lens which has a 58mm filter thread. The Tiffen Variable Neutral Density Filter provides two to 8 stops of light control. This means that it limits the amount of light entering your lens. By limiting the amount of light entering your lens you achieve greater control over your camera. You can do long exposures with the VND (blur moving water, clouds, etc) or use it to control your depth of field in bright sun.

Q: 3. Does anyone know if my Nikon 24-70mm f2.8 VR lens hood works with this filter attached?

A: I assume you mean the 77mm version of the variable ND... because this is the 82 mm which of course will not fit ... guess you can use a stepup ring? But it will work for sure if it fits you lens... pretty sure there is a 77mm version. The variable ND is ideal for shooting video where you are maintaining a shutter speed and F stop or T stop with a specific depth of field and you need to drop the amount of light coming in plus you cannot drop the ISO any further. That's what I use it for anyways.

Q: 4. Why in the world would you use this awful simulated image?

A: If you don't understand what the picture is showing, then you are not qualified to use this product. ND filters are used to reduce the amount of light entering the camera so that you can drag or slow down the shutter creating a soft water affect. This filter is also used in other special effect situations for video. I have worked on film productions for some of the largest production companies in the world and this is my go to filter.

Q: 5. since this filter use two polarizing filters to achieve blocking of the light, will this cause uneven distribution of the light, depending on the shooting angle?

A: As long as you are within the lens specifications you will not experience any uneven light distribution. I have never had a problem unless using at the dense or dark end of the limit and with a wide focal length on zoom or a wide angle lens

Q: 6. Will this fit onto the jvc gy-hm170u?

A: The filter diameter of this lens is 62mm as specified on the B&H page for this item, so yes... it should fit.https://a href= http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1194106-REG/jvc_gy_hm170ua_4kcam_compact_professional.html target= _blank www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1194106-REG/jvc_gy_hm170ua_4kcam_compact_professional.html/a

Q: 7. Will it fit onto Tamron 28-75mm f 2.8 lens and sigma 85 mm f1.4 DgDn Art lens?

A: The Tamron lens takes a 67mm filter and the Sigma 85mm takes a 77mm filter. If you get a 67-77 step up ring, then you can use the filter on both lenses. Click the link below to view; https://bhpho.to/2Y9DzNO

Q: 8. I'd like to add this filter to the Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Lens. Is the 58mm filter the right size? Also is there a way to use a lens hood with the filter in place and if so what type?

A: The filter is the right size. The lens hood for the 18-55 is called the ew-63c made by Canon. There is a possibility that they could work together but i wouldn't bet on it. The hood would have to be applied before attaching the filter, and even if the filter could fit on with the lens hood attached it would be near impossible to tighten it on the filter ring. But the good news is that isn't really a problem. With modern coating on lenses, lens hoods, which prevent lens flare is practically not an issue unless you are shooting right in to the sun or bright light source. A lens hood wouldn't be able to prevent lens flare anyways when shooting into a bright light source. Basically, a lens hood will not have a large practical purpose so there's no reason to shoot with one on while using the neutral density filter.

Q: 9. Can this Tiffen 77mm Variable ND filter be stacked onto another nd filter to allow more stops while still using the variable? If so can someone add a link to a filter that would work underneath this one? I am trying to do slow exposure in bright sunlight and I cannot reach the desired results with this filter alone.

A: Not sure why you need another ND. This variable ND allows you to completely block all light even from full sunshine. I have this filter. Plus you never should stack these types of threaded filters as they can become permanently stuck. The threads are very thin.

Q: 10. What is the material of the ring? Aluminum? Brass?

A: Aluminum