Hoya HD MkII IRND1000 (3.0) 55mm

The Hoya HD MkII IRND1000 (3.0) 55mm is a high-performance infrared neutral density filter designed for long exposure photography. It reduces light by 10 stops, allowing for creative motion blur effects even in bright conditions, while blocking infrared light to prevent color shifts.

Advantages

This filter offers exceptional image quality with its 16-layer anti-reflective multi-coating, ensuring minimal flare and ghosting. The chemically hardened optical glass is scratch-resistant, water-repellent, and stain-resistant, making it durable for outdoor use. The low-profile aluminum frame prevents vignetting on wide-angle lenses.

Suitable for

• Landscape photographers seeking silky water or cloud motion
• Architectural photographers wanting to blur moving people
• Any photographer needing wide apertures in bright light

Key specifications

• Filter Type: Infrared Neutral Density (IRND)
• Filter Factor: ND1000
• Optical Density: 3.0
• Stops of Light Reduction: 10 Stops
• Filter Diameter: 55mm
• Series: Hoya HD MkII
• Glass Material: Chemically Hardened Optical Glass
• Coatings: 16-Layer Anti-Reflective Multi-Coating (HD Coating)
• Special Coatings: Water-Repellent, Stain-Resistant, Scratch-Resistant
• Frame Material: Low-Profile Aluminum Frame
• Infrared Control: Yes
• Color Neutrality: Excellent
• Front Filter Thread: Yes
• Application: Long Exposure Photography, Motion Blur, Wide Aperture in Bright Conditions
• Light Transmission: 0.1%
• Thread Type: Screw-in
• Manufacturing Process: High-precision polishing
• Country of Origin: Japan

Recommendations

For best results, use a sturdy tripod and remote shutter release. Combine with a circular polarizer for enhanced color saturation. This filter is ideal for creating ethereal seascapes and dramatic skies.