Urth 77mm Magnetic Soft Graduated ND8 (3 Stop) Filter Plus+
The Urth Magnetic Soft Graduated ND8 (3 Stop) Filter Plus+ balances bright skies and darker foregrounds with a smooth gradient effect while maintaining overall image clarity. It reduces light across part of the frame to restore detail in highlights and produce more even exposures in high-contrast scenes. The magnetic mount speeds up filter changes, while the slim aluminium frame minimises vignetting, and nano-coated SCHOTT B270 glass maintains consistent image quality.
Urth Magnetic Soft Graduated ND8 Filter Plus+ Key Features:
- Balances bright skies and darker foregrounds for more even exposures
- 3-stop graduated ND8 filter reduces light across part of the frame
- SCHOTT B270 optical glass maintains clarity and natural colour
- 20-layer CoraNano coating reduces reflections and flare
- Smooth transition blends exposure between bright and dark areas
- Ultra-slim 6061 aluminium frame minimises vignetting on wide-angle lenses
- Magnetic mount system for fast and secure filter changes
- Coating resists water, oil and marks during regular handling
- Available in sizes ranging from 39mm to 95mm
FAQs:
When should I use a soft graduated ND filter?
A soft graduated ND filter is most useful when shooting scenes with a bright sky and a darker foreground. It helps reduce the sky's brightness while leaving the foreground unchanged, making it easier to balance exposure in a single shot. The soft transition works well when the horizon is uneven or not clearly defined. This makes it well-suited to landscapes with trees, hills, or buildings.
Will the frame cause vignetting on wide-angle lenses?
The frame is kept slim to minimise mechanical vignetting, even on wider lenses. In most setups, it sits low enough not to intrude into the frame. As always, performance can vary slightly depending on the lens design, but it’s well-suited to wide compositions.
Are the filters easy to keep clean in outdoor conditions?
Yes, the coatings help prevent water, fingerprints and spray from sticking to the glass. When you’re working outdoors in changeable conditions, it makes a noticeable difference as marks wipe away quickly. That means less time cleaning and fewer interruptions when adjusting your setup.
Does a graduated ND filter affect exposure across the whole image?
No, it only reduces light across part of the frame, allowing you to control bright areas without darkening the entire image. Exposure remains unchanged in the unaffected portion of the frame. This makes it easier to retain detail in both highlights and shadows in a single exposure.
Product Specification
| Effect | Type | Graduated Neutral Density |
| Thread Size [mm] | 77.0 |
| Type | Lens Filter |