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The primary purpose of this filter is to reduce the amount of light entering the camera lens, which allows for a wider aperture and slower shutter speed while maintaining correct exposure. It's particularly useful in landscape and architectural photography to balance the exposure between the bright sky and the darker foreground or background.
The hard gradation provides a more defined transition between the dark and light areas of an image. It's especially effective for scenes with level or unbroken horizons, such as coastlines, where the transition from dark to light is more pronounced.
NiSi's NANO Coating technology is a multi-layer coating that reduces reflections on the filter's surface, helping to prevent ghosting and flare in your images. It also includes a protective layer that repels water, dust, and oil, making it easy to clean the filter without worrying about scratching the glass.
This filter is designed to fit NiSi 180mm filter holders. It's compatible with a wide range of lenses that can accommodate this filter size.
No, the NiSi filter preserves the color integrity and sharpness of the images. The NANO Coating process ensures there is no color shift or loss in image sharpness, maintaining the quality of your photographs.
Review Summary
2022-03-17T08:21:17
Love it! Good Quality
JANIE L.
2021-02-26T11:34:50
I have used high quality, professional level filters for over 20 years. I recently switched equipment that required much larger filters. I went with Nisi due to the versatility of the system. I am very impressed with the quality of the glass they use. when you put additional glass in front of your lens, you need it to be perfect. My impression is that Nisi filters are top of the line.
Andrew H.
2017-07-25T12:19:59
Worked well in sunrise or sunset landscape. Revealed the details and shades of color palette in photo.
Ping W.
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Nisi 180mm filter holders
Landscape photographers
H-K9L optical glass with dual-sided nano coating technology
3 Stops (0.9)
Yes
180 x 210mm (7.09 x 8.27")
6971634243450
as advertised
By Ping W.
Worked well in sunrise or sunset landscape. Revealed the details and shades of color palette in photo.
Good Quality
By JANIE L.
Love it! Good Quality
Where precision and control meet the needs of the discerning photographer, the NiSi 180x210mm 3 Stop Hard Graduated Neutral Density Filter stands out as an essential tool for capturing balanced exposures. Ideal for the challenges of landscape and architectural photography, this high-quality filter is engineered to fit seamlessly with NiSi 180mm filter holders, offering a harmonious integration with your existing equipment.
Crafted from precision annealed optical glass, the NiSi Hard Graduated ND Filter boasts a robust and durable construction that ensures longevity in the field. The meticulous grinding and polishing of the filter's surface are tailored to meet the demands of ultra-high megapixel cameras, guaranteeing that sharpness is preserved in every shot.
The filter's hard gradation is particularly effective for scenes with level horizons, such as coastlines, where the transition from dark to light is more pronounced and requires a deft touch. By allowing photographers to reposition the filter within the holder, it provides unparalleled flexibility to achieve the perfect exposure balance between the sky and the terrain.
NiSi's proprietary NANO Coating technology enhances this filter's performance by minimizing surface reflections, thereby combating potential ghosting and flare. This multi-layer coating also adds a protective layer that repels water, dust, and oil, making maintenance a breeze without the risk of scratching the glass. The coating ensures that there is no color shift or loss in image sharpness, maintaining the integrity of your photographs.
Versatile and easy to use, the NiSi 180x210mm 3 Stop Hard Graduated Neutral Density Filter is a testament to NiSi's commitment to providing photographers with tools that enhance their creative vision. Whether you're capturing the subtle nuances of dawn or the dramatic contrasts of a midday landscape, this filter is an indispensable asset for producing visually stunning, evenly exposed images.