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2022-04-05T09:57:10
Breakthrough's filters have never given me any issues. I can't say the same for any other filter maker.
Davis D.
2021-08-11T08:17:59
Using a NDL can achieve some wonderful effects, but like all things in life, it?s not as easy as it seems, especially getting a perfect focus.
SUSAN D.
2020-08-28T08:40:57
Excellent product - no problems at all - sure am glad I bought it from Adorama - very happy with the results.
PHIL W.
2020-06-09T08:10:24
Absolutely fantastic. Read this entire story, please. I was out along the North Umpqua River in Oregon making photographs of waterfalls. I often leave my DN filter off to compose and focus. My 60 year-old eyes need the extra brightness. I was screwing this filter back in when it slipped out of my fingers and fell down to the rocks. I thought as it fell, "Well, that's it. $100 bucks gone." But, it bounced on its metal edge and fell to the next rock down. Again, it hit directly on its metal edge and bounced a second time. When it hit a rock for the third time, again, it bounced on its edge and fell even further where it landed in a crevasse in the rocks covered with fresh moss which, cupped it like a pillow. As I climbed down to retrieve it, I was sure it would be destroyed. But to my surprise, it was pristine. Not a scratch or dent on it. Its been two months since this happened and I'm still using it. I'll never buy another brand of filter. Any filter that can take that kind of abuse and live is worth every penny. Buy this filter and don't look back.
MITCHELL E.
2020-01-03T07:25:58
very good filter, no color change
Jeff G.
2019-11-06T08:25:22
Love this ND filter, easy to use, no color cast on the photos, made from high quality materials. Great for long-exposures. I love it so much, I will definitely buy more Breakthrough Photography filters in the future.
Angela B.
2019-09-24T10:55:22
Just as advertised. Well made. Would buy again
Walt B.
2019-04-12T11:04:18
No problems. Works great. No complaints. Would buy again.
MARK C.
2019-03-24T04:28:21
high quality
Paul M.
2019-03-24T04:26:59
Quality.....little no color distortion,
Paul M.
2019-01-13T07:53:24
Highly recommend for long-exposures.
MICHAEL M.
2018-11-06T08:19:09
Buy the Breakthrough Photography X2 82mm 10-Stop Neutral Density Filter! You will love it!
Mark H.
2018-10-30T14:32:36
An excellent neutral density filter that gets the job done beautifully.
ALAN L.
2018-07-31T19:34:27
Great filter. No color shift. Easy to install and remove.
MATTHEW W.
2018-07-31T15:52:16
I have only been able to try out this filter a few times, but so far I really like i
GERARD D.
2018-07-30T15:52:50
I have used this filter several times. It fits my Tokina 11-20mm and my Tamron G2 24-70. I am pretty much covered in my extended exposure photography. No color casting, the colors on my long exposure photos of 123 seconds look amazing.
Steve S.
2017-12-07T07:58:47
This is my second filter from Breakthrough Photography. The other is their new circular polarizer. The optical and build qualities of these filters are really excellent! I have been using B+W and they are great, but I've been more impressed with these two BP filters in terms of color quality, optical quality, and material use/craftsmanship. Breakthrough Photography's customer service is unbeatable too, as is their 25 year quarantee!
JOHN N.
2017-09-03T08:25:24
The first time I placed it on my lens it would not come off, and I did not over tighten. I had to resort to using pliers on my expensive lens to remove it, and of course it was scratched so I could not return it. Now I know what they mean "aluminum tends to bind", spend the extra money and buy the ones made in brass, but despite this the performance is good so I won't disregard this brand all together.
DAVID M.
2017-08-08T13:53:36
Highly recommended for lessening harsh lighting conditions by darkening exposure and allows for wider apertures. Knurled edge provides grip to attach/detach from lens more easily. 5.5mm edge prevents vignetting..
ROBERT L.
2017-08-08T09:38:15
Works as expected. Fast shipping and great communication with Adorama.
Zella R.
2016-11-16T12:51:07
Very happy with this excellent 6 stop ND. It's surprisingly slender & light weight, and screws on and off my Nikon 16-35 quite smoothly. Best of all, I can see no appreciable color shift in RAW files, it truly deserves its neutral density title. Comes in a sturdy plastic case. Everything to like, nothing to gripe about. It will cost you, but it should be tha last 6 stop ND you'll ever need!
Denny T.
2016-09-10T15:13:50
I can't get over how great it felt to screw this filter on and off. The traction that it has built into it is amazing! And the filter works just as good as any of the high end filters that I have owned in the passed!
jose t.
2015-08-26T21:00:00
My mistake was not getting the 6 stop version
DAVIS G.
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By MITCHELL E.
Absolutely fantastic. Read this entire story, please. I was out along the North Umpqua River in Oregon making photographs of waterfalls. I often leave my DN filter off to compose and focus. My 60 year-old eyes need the extra brightness. I was screwing this filter back in when it slipped out of my fingers and fell down to the rocks. I thought as it fell, "Well, that's it. $100 bucks gone." But, it bounced on its metal edge and fell to the next rock down. Again, it hit directly on its ...
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Great company, great filter
By Davis D.
Breakthrough's filters have never given me any issues. I can't say the same for any other filter maker.
While capturing the perfect shot, the Breakthrough Photography X2 ND Traction Filter, with its high-quality AGC glass from Japan, sets the benchmark for professional photographers worldwide. This 82mm X2 ND Traction Filter, available in 3-stop or 6-stop variants, is designed with a weather-sealed traction frame, making the application and removal of filters a breeze.
The X2 ND filter's superior optical performance is enhanced by its state-of-the-art multi-resistant coating (MRC-8). This unique feature includes four layers of advanced MRC applied to each side of the optical disk, totaling eight MRC layers. These coatings are structurally harder than the glass itself, enhancing the durability of the optical surfaces by increasing scratch resistance.
The X2 ND filter is not just incredibly durable but also meticulously designed. Each filter is CNC machined with narrow tolerances and undergoes a strict quality control process, ensuring a low threshold for defects. The result is a filter built to last at least 25 years, if not beyond a human lifetime.
The X2 ND filter features a 3.5mm ultra-slim double-threaded Traction frame profile, designed to eliminate vignetting on wide-angle full-frame setups. This frame width has been carefully chosen based on tests to ensure that lens caps stay on securely, while also preventing any vignetting.
The X2's 3.5mm frame is laser engraved, ensuring the lettering remains intact even after consistent use. Each X2 Traction frame also comes with a unique serial number, which is linked to your 25 Year Ironclad Guarantee, allowing for efficient tracking and recording of any issues, contributing to future product design.
For photographers seeking weather-sealed durability, the X2 ND filter is an ideal choice. As recommended by Canon, Nikon, and Sony, protective filters are essential for maintaining the lens's out-of-the-box optical performance and completing a lens weather-seal. Without a filter, the lens is not dust or water resistant. With the X2 ND filter, you can ensure your lens remains protected and performs optimally for years to come.
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