Hoya 52mm PROND EX 1000 Neutral Density 3.0 10-Stop Filter

You can unlock greater creative control over your photography and filmmaking with the 52mm PROND EX 1000 Neutral Density 3.0 10-Stop Filter. This essential tool allows you to precisely manipulate the amount of light that passes through the lens, enabling you to maintain your desired depth-of-field and match shutter speeds to your frame-rate for filmmakers, or achieve longer exposures and a shallow depth-of-field in bright sunlight for photographers.

One common issue with many neutral density filters is the unpredictable "color shift" caused by inferior materials, substandard manufacturing, and neglect of the infrared band of the light spectrum. This can result in drastic changes in color shifts as filter density and exposure times increase. However, with the advanced ACCU-ND technology incorporated into this filter, you can be assured of no negative effects from color shift due to these issues. HOYA's exclusive ACCU-ND technology ensures equal reduction of light in both visible and IR spectrums, eliminating color shift issues across different shooting conditions.

The 52mm PROND EX 1000 Neutral Density 3.0 10-Stop Filter is housed in a lightweight, precision-milled aluminum frame, designed for durability and ease of use. It also features front filter threads, allowing you to attach additional filters or a protective lens cap for added versatility.

This filter is also an invaluable tool for video shooting. For instance, when using a Sony camera in Slog mode where the ISO cannot be set below 800, adjusting the shutter speed to match the frame/rate setting is recommended for natural motion. During daytime, using PROND EX 8, PROND EX 64, PROND EX 1000 or a combination of these can help achieve cinematic quality.

The choice of ND filters is largely dependent on the photographer's intention and the desired effect in the final image. If a single ND filter does not meet the demands of the situation or the photographer's vision, combining PROND EX filters can be a useful solution. For instance, combining PROND EX 8 and PROND EX 64 can create an effect equivalent to an ND500 filter, perfect for capturing surreal imagery. Similarly, combining PROND EX 8 and PROND EX 1000 can yield an effect equal to an ND8000 filter, enabling you to capture the sun's surface without overexposure.