B+W ND Filters

Creative control with the highest precision.


Light is the most important element of any photograph. With B+W ND Filter, you can precisely control it to achieve impressive long exposures, cinematic video footage, and creative visual styles that would be nearly impossible without a filter. Whether it’s flowing water, dynamic cloud movements, or shots with selective depth of field in bright daylight: B+W neutral density filters expand your creative possibilities without compromising image quality.

Our ND filters, manufactured in Germany, combine high-precision brass mounts with finely ground specialty glass and state-of-the-art coating technology. The result is color-neutral footage with maximum contrast and minimal reflections, even when used with high-resolution sensors and professional cinema setups.

The filters are available in the MASTER filter holder and feature the advanced MRC nano coating system for maximum light transmission and easy cleaning.

Our ND filters (neutral density filters) are available in five versions: 802 ND 0.6, 803 ND 0.9, 806 ND 1.8, 810 ND 3.0, and 820 ND 6.0.

KEY FEATURES


  • Reduces light intensity according to density
  • Suitable for analog and digital cameras
  • Selective sharpness: Achieves larger apertures where needed
  • High color neutrality: Preserves the natural look of the image. Skin tones, landscapes, and subtle color transitions are reproduced accurately without any distracting color casts.
  • Made in Germany

IDEAL FoR


  • Long exposures in daylight
  • Smooth water and cloud movements
  • Motion blur for creative effects
  • Videography with cinematic shutter speeds
  • Wide-open aperture in bright sunlight
  • Reducing the amount of light without color distortion

Tips


  • Use a tripod that is sturdy enough
  • Use the "B" (bulb) mode for long exposures
  • Using the remote control with the camera app
  • Set exposure values manually (no fully automatic mode)
  • Select a low ISO setting and a wide aperture
  • Live View for monitoring   
  • Turn off the program to reduce intoxication
  • Use the RAW format to achieve optimal post-processing
  • Cover the camera viewfinder while recording

 

Important Note


ND filters are not suitable for direct observation of
the sun. Never look directly at the sun, even through
the camera’s viewfinder.

There is a risk of blindness!

Transmission Curves ND Filters


TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ND FILTERS


802803806810820
DensityND 0.6ND 0.9ND 1.8ND 3.0ND 6.0
Aperture+2+3+6+10+20
Filter factor4x8x64x1,000x1,000,000x
%2512.51.60.10.0001
802803806810820
Aperture 8
Shutter speed 1/500
1/1251/601/82 sec.35 min.
Aperture 11
Shutter speed 1/250
1/601/301/44 sec.75 min.
Aperture 16
Shutter speed 1/125
1/301/150.5 sec.8 sec.150 min.
Aperture 22
Shutter speed 1/60
1/151/81 sec.15 sec.5 h.
Aperture 32
Shutter speed 1/30
1/81/42 sec.30 sec.10 h

Whit-WHITout-ND Filters-Shots


 



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Photo taken without ND filter.



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Photo taken with an 802 ND 0.6 filter.



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Photo taken without ND filter.



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Photo taken with an 810 ND 3.0 filter.




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Everything at a glance: All filter types and filter lines summarized on a double page. Here you will find an overview of our complete product range.

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Ringstraße 132
55543 Bad Kreuznach | Germany
+49 (0) 671 601 0

 

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