This 2 to 5-stop, 82mm Freewell Standard Day Variable ND Filter 82mm 2-5 Stopis designed to mount onto lenses with 82mm front filter threads and provides an exposure reduction of 2 to 5-stops. Its 0.6 to 1.5 density creates a darkening of the entire image, allowing you to photograph with a wider aperture or slower shutter speed than normally possible. The degree of density is easily controlled by rotating the front filter ring, helping you to predetermine the additional exposure length required. By slowing your exposure time or increasing your aperture, you are able to control depth of field or add motion blur. For easier, repeatable control over density settings, the front ring is visually demarcated with numbers representing the different stop values and features side knurlings to further enable fast and precise positioning.

This filter is constructed from Schott B270 glass for enhanced clarity and color fidelity. Each glass surface is multi-coated to help eliminate internal ghosting and reflections. The Freewell 82mm Standard Day Variable Neutral Density 0.6 to 1.5 Filter is also coated for resistance to oil, dust, and scratches, offering greater protection to the filter and helping it to stay clean for longer than with uncoated filters. The coatings are hydrophobic as well, resulting in an improved beading effect when in contact with water for greater cleaning efficiency.

0.6 to 1.5 Optical Density    Multicoated Schott B270 Glass    Dust, Water, Oil & Scratch Resistant    Exposure Range-Control Filter Ring    Darkens Entire Image    Greater Control over Exposure Settings    Widen Apertures & Reduce Shutter Speeds    Storage Case, Lens Cap, Cleaning Cloth

Variable neutral density filter allows you to apply differing amounts of density from scene to scene.

0.6 to 1.5 neutral density filter darkens the image, allowing you to photograph with a longer shutter speed or wider aperture than normally possible.

Providing a reduction of 2 to 5 stops, this filter allows you to control depth of field and convey movement more easily.

Offers increased flexibility to use specific ISO settings or ISO films under bright ambient light.

Provides increased exposure flexibility while using cinema or video cameras within a designated film frame rate.

Constructed from Schott B270 glass for increased optical clarity as well as color fidelity.

Multi-coated to prevent internal ghosting and reflections

Coated for oil, static, dirt, as well as scratch resistance and provides an improved beading effect with water for more efficient cleaning.

Aluminum alloy filter ring assembly for durability while remaining lightweight.

Side knurlings along the front filter ring allow the filter glass to be easily rotated.

Front filter ring is visually demarcated with numbers to help ensure that its rotation corresponds to the filter's exposure reduction range.

Includes storage case, magnetic lens cap, plus a microfiber cloth for cleaning and maintenance.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. If I buy a 95 mm filter, will it work with a 58mm and 72 mm lens if I use Step up rings?

A: Yes, if you buy a 95 mm filter, it will work with a 58 and 72 mm lens if you use step up rings but remember that with the step up rings you can't attach the lens hood.

Q: 2. Is this VND "clear" or "off" before turning to position 2 or higher?

A: No. There is no way to turn it "off". The minimum filter factor / density would be 0.6 / 2-stops and 1.8 / 6-stops.

Q: 3. Does it have a front thread as well? if so, what size?

A: It does not have a front thread and cannot be stacked.

Q: 4. The 2-5 or 5-9 On a sony 18-105 g lens? Mostly for video and some photos

A: Which option you choose would depend on the ambient lighting conditions you plan to be in and your camera's metered exposure. The range between your metered aperture and your required working aperture would determine which would work best for your shooting environment. That being said, if you are not sure which to start with, I would recommend the 2 to 5 stop variable neutral density filter for your usage needs. Do note that this filter may be returned within 30 days of purchase date for a refund or exchange, so if it happens to not be strong enough for you, you have 30 days from the purchase date to return the filter for an exchange or refund.

Q: 5. Does these have 82mm threads on the front to attach a lens hood?

A: I'm sorry, no.

Q: 6. Does the kit come with a magnetic base ring 82mm?

A: No, the Freewell All-Day VND 2-5 and 6-9 stop 2-filter kit does not come with a magnetic filter ring.

Q: 7. Are these stackable?

A: According to Freewell it is not recommended to stack these as it and cause vignetting. Technically speaking it is possible, not recommended.

Q: 8. Is it compatible as screw on filter fir smallrig mini matte box?

A: The SmallRig Mini Matte Box includes an 82mm adapter so it can accept the 82mm Freewell Mist Edition Threaded Bright Day Variable ND Filter.

Q: 9. Does the ring "snap" to each stop?

A: The Freewell 67mm Standard Day Variable Neutral Density 0.6 to 1.5 Filter (2 to 5-Stop) does not "snap" to each stop

Q: 10. What is the weight in grams of the filter itself (without magnetic lens cover)?

A: The Freewell 82mm All-day Variable ND filter weighs 71 g without the lens cap.