Urth 46mm Variable ND Filter ND2-400 (1-8.6 Stops)
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| Stock | In stock at Bass & Bligh |
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| Dealer | Bass & Bligh is an authorised UK Urth dealer |
At a glance: Urth's 46mm ND2-400 variable ND filter adjusts by turning the ring, and the manufacturer advises against very wide or telephoto lenses.
About this accessory
The Urth 46mm Variable ND Filter changes density as you turn its ring, from about 1 stop (ND2) to 8.6 stops (ND400). It uses Japanese AGC optical glass with a multi-layer nano-coating in an ultra-slim aluminium frame, and screws onto a 46mm lens thread.
It is useful for slowing shutter speeds to blur water or movement, or for keeping a wide aperture in bright sun. Urth advises against using it on very wide-angle or telephoto lenses, so it suits standard focal lengths best.
Build & handling
| Filter type | Variable ND |
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| Tier | Standard |
| Density range | ND2 to ND400 (1 to 8.6 stops) |
| Filter thread | 46mm |
| Glass | Japanese AGC optical glass |
| Coating | Multi-layer nano-coating |
| Frame | Ultra-slim aluminium |
| Warranty | Lifetime |
Works with
- Lenses with a 46mm filter thread
Best for
Suited to long exposures of water and skies, and portraits at wide apertures in strong sun, using lenses of normal focal length. Check your lens for a 46mm thread before ordering.
Frequently asked questions
Will the 46mm Variable ND Filter fit my lens?
It fits lenses with a 46mm front filter thread. Check the ø figure marked on the front of your lens or on its cap. A lens marked ø46 takes this filter directly, and the lens manual lists the thread size too.
What does 1 to 8.6 stops mean?
Each stop halves the light. At its lightest setting (ND2) it cuts one stop, and at its darkest (ND400) about 8.6 stops, so you can lengthen a shutter speed several hundred times over.
Can I use a variable ND on a wide-angle or telephoto lens?
Urth advises against using this filter on very wide-angle or telephoto lenses. It is best used on lenses of standard focal lengths.
Can I use a 46mm filter on a lens with a smaller thread?
Yes, with a step-up ring from your lens's thread size to 46mm. It lets one filter serve more than one lens, though a ring adds a little length and can cause vignetting on wide-angle lenses.
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