Reviews
a great triple function filter ideal for certain use cases, well built & presented
PROS
-a great triple function filter
-it’s a very specialised filter, but it’s ideal for certain use cases
-little to no colour cast as you move through the vari-ND range
-extremely well made: the two moveable elements move well (the CPL more stiffly than the vari-ND, which is necessary), and the threads don’t bind on my lenses and step down rings (I got the 82mm version so I could step down to any of my smaller lenses)
-presentation (box plus case) is top quality (I was particularly impressed with the case, so nice)
-no discernable “X” problem with the variable ND (of course, that’s because, at its max position, it’s not too strong)
-great little knob on the vari-ND, can lock the filter or use it to adjust its position. It does not come off (so no chance of losing it)
-black mist filter is not overly strong, but discernible
-as they point out in the listing, three filters in one means you don’t have to stack filters (and this will reduce the chance of vignetting, if not also flare)
CONS
-when moving the variable-ND, there is a corresponding (though quite small) movement of the polariser
-needs an 86mm lens cap (vs. the 82mm cap you might have for your lens)
NOTES
-this is not an inexpensive filter, but for those who need its unique capabilities, the price will be well worth it.
-naturally you’re not going to be able to use a lens hood with this filter (its diameter is quite wide, compared to its filter size, plus there is the non-removable knob for the vari-ND element). If you need to shade from the sun (or other bright light sources), then a matte box would seem to be necessary.
-at this level and price point, I could wish for brass rings, instead of aluminium.
-given that someone buying this for an 82mm lens will very likely not have an 86mm lens cap, it would’ve been nice if one of those could have been provided with this filter.
MY STAR RATINGS:
1* substandard, mostly cons
2** barely acceptable, cons outweigh the pros
3*** meets the basic requirements, cons balance the pros
4**** good product, pros outweigh the cons
5***** exceptional, all (or almost all) pros
-a great triple function filter
-it’s a very specialised filter, but it’s ideal for certain use cases
-little to no colour cast as you move through the vari-ND range
-extremely well made: the two moveable elements move well (the CPL more stiffly than the vari-ND, which is necessary), and the threads don’t bind on my lenses and step down rings (I got the 82mm version so I could step down to any of my smaller lenses)
-presentation (box plus case) is top quality (I was particularly impressed with the case, so nice)
-no discernable “X” problem with the variable ND (of course, that’s because, at its max position, it’s not too strong)
-great little knob on the vari-ND, can lock the filter or use it to adjust its position. It does not come off (so no chance of losing it)
-black mist filter is not overly strong, but discernible
-as they point out in the listing, three filters in one means you don’t have to stack filters (and this will reduce the chance of vignetting, if not also flare)
CONS
-when moving the variable-ND, there is a corresponding (though quite small) movement of the polariser
-needs an 86mm lens cap (vs. the 82mm cap you might have for your lens)
NOTES
-this is not an inexpensive filter, but for those who need its unique capabilities, the price will be well worth it.
-naturally you’re not going to be able to use a lens hood with this filter (its diameter is quite wide, compared to its filter size, plus there is the non-removable knob for the vari-ND element). If you need to shade from the sun (or other bright light sources), then a matte box would seem to be necessary.
-at this level and price point, I could wish for brass rings, instead of aluminium.
-given that someone buying this for an 82mm lens will very likely not have an 86mm lens cap, it would’ve been nice if one of those could have been provided with this filter.
MY STAR RATINGS:
1* substandard, mostly cons
2** barely acceptable, cons outweigh the pros
3*** meets the basic requirements, cons balance the pros
4**** good product, pros outweigh the cons
5***** exceptional, all (or almost all) pros
14/05/2025
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