Tiffen 77VND 77mm Variable Neutral Density Filter for Camera Lenses, Black
$125.00
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Provides 2 to 8 stops of light control depending on lens focal distance Thin profile black rotating ring: 9 millimeter. Black aluminum filter ring Wider outer optic to help reduce vignette at wide angles Made with high quality optical glass using Tiffen’s color core technology for sharpness Made in the USA
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Unique & Versatile.
The Tiffen Variable ND filter is a unique, versatile and flexible tool, affording you the convenience of using several Neutral Density filters all in one. Primarily used as a photographic tool for controlling depth of field and exposure, the Variable ND is being sought in the video market as well because it is fast, easy to use, small, lightweight, and does not require additional accessories such as a matte box.
A must-have in your camera bag!
The Tiffen Variable ND filter operates on the same principle as a Circular Polarizer – rotate until you reach your desired effect and shoot. It allows you to have continuous control over the amount of light coming through your lens in an approximate range of 2 (ND 0.6) to 8 (ND 2.4) stops – while maintaining the integrity of your image. Note: The evenly spaced indexing marks between MIN and MAX do not represent calibrated stops. They are for reference only, to be used as a density benchmark to return to a previous setting.
- Provides 2 to 8 stops of light control
- Thin profile ring – 9mm
- Wider outer optic to help reduce vignetting at wide angles
- Comes in Tiffen Professional packaging with padded black nylon pouch
- Made with high quality optical glass using Tiffen’s ColorCore technology
- Made in the USA
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Additional information
| Product Dimensions | 3.5 x 1 x 3.5 inches |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 4.2 ounces |
| UNSPSC Code | 45121628 |
| Item model number | 77VND |
| Customer Reviews | 4 out of 5 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | May 1, 2011 |
| Manufacturer | Tiffen |
10 reviews for Tiffen 77VND 77mm Variable Neutral Density Filter for Camera Lenses, Black
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itsall1 –
great but i bought wrong one. :(
Amazon CustomerAmazon Customer –
I ordered and received this filter and went shooting with my Nikon D750. This variable filter is outstanding! Below, I posted some photos I shot with it of a waterfall. It has a very sturdy build and I was able to get up to 20 second exposures during the daytime in Hawaii with perfect clarity! I highly recommend this filter and don’t listen to the negative reviews, just like the wine community there is a certain level of snobbery in photography Ignore the arrogance and enjoy this outstanding bang for your buck filter!!!
Celia Werner –
I’m a professional photographer and videographer so when I was looking for an ND filter for my DSLR’s I was looking for something that had good quality and will not negatively impact the photo. This filter you can adjust to the setting you need which is great because you only need one for your lens. The physical glass is very strong. One of my team members managed to break one of these once, but it was from a quite substantial fall with the pressure of the camera body leaving 1 single crack down the middle. The physical image that comes out of this is awesome and if you’re doing a lot of outdoor shoots this filter will help to bring back the sky in many shots.
Steven Lovill –
Everything I hoped it would be. I put a lot of work into choosing a good value in a variable ND, and this Tiffen is an excellent choice. I will be ordering the 62mm and 77mm versions soon.
Phillip D. Breske –
Sony S-LOG3 video can be shot at midday while using a wide aperture with this filter. S-LOG3 minimum ISO is 800, so shooting during the day usually requires a fast shutter and tight aperture. With this filter dialed down to its darkest setting, I can maintain 1/50 second shutter and around f2-2.8 aperture. This makes all the difference in video quality. And the price is about as low as you’ll find for a quality filter. Slightly warm color rendition. Vignetting may occur depending on your lens, but I have shot with a 17mm lens (Super35 crop) and encountered no issues. Made in USA!
Sody –
I was combining two separate filters together to accomplish the ND slowed shutter speed that I needed for waterfalls ETC. It is so much easier to just adjust one rather than two.
Daniel + Jennifer Waghorne –
I debated for a while before I finally purchased this Variable ND filter. I knew it was important, but was always able to get by without using one for the most part unless I was shooting in broad daylight with no cloud coverage. After making this purchase, I don’t know how I’ve gone so long without this.There are a few things to know when purchasing an ND filter. First, you want the Tiffen Variable ND. There are a few cheaper (as in $15ish), but they are extremely poorly made and will give a dark purple cast over the footage when the ND is turned up. Also, cheaper Variable ND’s do not like zoom lenses, so prepare for nasty colors when zooming in. I have experienced none of those issues with the Tiffen.There’s another, much more expensive Variable ND by Hoya, which in my opinion is not worth the money at all. Dave Dougdale did a very comprehensive review you should definitely check out comparing multiple ND’s, and he preferred the look of the Tiffen over the Hoya which is twice as expensive.This is just personal preference, but when buying and ND, or any filter for that matter, buy the 82mm thread unless you absolutely don’t want to for some odd reason. The reason for this is that they have multiple step down rigs that will allow you to change the filter thread. For example, I purchased the 82mm thread, and purchased a 82-77mm Step Down, 82-67mm Step Down, and 82-58mm Step Down ring. Now, instead of buying a new ND filter for all of my lenses and spending hundreds of extra dollars, I can buy a three dollar adapter. Yes, you’ll have a much bigger filter on the end of your camera and it will look awkward, but you’ll also have hundreds more in your pocket so it’s all good.On a more technical term, I was able to keep 1/50 shutter at 24fps and f/4.0 with my A7s on a remotely sunny day with the ND set pretty high. I had to go up to a f/6.3 once, but without the NDI had to shoot at an f/22 and I was still +2 stops over exposed, so that just goes to show you how much range this ND gives you.If you ever plan on shooting out doors and keeping your shutter angle at 180 degrees without setting you aperture absurdly high, you need this. There’s no other way to put it.
Darren WhitleyDarren Whitley –
I found my video to be sharp and the filter very easy to use. I like the loose fit of the rotating ND filter compared to the $375 variable ND filter I’ve used previously.
Kameron –
Really helps get the perfect exposure lvl for video.
TimTim –
I have the 58mm variable neutral density filter because the lens I want this to screw into is 58mm. The rear part that screws into the camera lens is 58mm. Then the front part of the filter is larger. I have read that it is larger to reduce the amount this lens blocks light at the corners of wide angle lenses. For mine, I can verify that this front diameter thread is 67mm. I was able to screw in a JJC 67mm hood. I am using this on a Micro Four Thirds Lumix 12-35mm lens. I am able, without the hood, to use the lens all the way at the 12mm wide focal length. When I use the JJC hood, there is light blocking in the corners up to about 18mm. I use it at 20mm and greater to make sure. Please refer to the attached pictures. I am using this on an Olympus M1 original mirrorless camera. The reason I have this is to be able to take longer exposure photographs to get water and clouds to blur. Setting the exposure is a dance between the shutter speed, the aperture, the ISO, and the filter density. Even with the mirrorless camera’s ability to preview the image through the electronic view finder, and the ability to have the histogram live in the view finder, I still have to shoot and review the image to get the exposure correct.