Urth 55mm Variable ND Filter ND2-400 (1-8.6 Stops)
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At a glance: A rotating variable ND filter for 55mm lens threads, covering roughly 1 to 8.6 stops, for motion blur and wide apertures in bright light.
About this accessory
This 55mm variable ND from Urth covers ND2 to ND400, or roughly 1 to 8.6 stops, on a single rotating ring. Japanese AGC optical glass and a multi-layer coating sit in a slim aluminium frame made for 55mm lens threads.
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 | 55mm |
| Glass | Japanese AGC optical glass |
| Coating | Multi-layer nano-coating |
| Frame | Ultra-slim aluminium |
| Warranty | Lifetime |
Works with
- Lenses with a 55mm filter thread
Best for
A flexible choice for landscape photographers, travel shooters and videographers working in bright daylight who want to dial in motion blur or shoot wide open. At 55mm this is a mid-small thread, so confirm the ø mark on your lens.
Frequently asked questions
Is this the right filter for a 55mm lens thread?
Any lens with a 55mm front thread will take it. Look for the diameter symbol (ø) followed by a number on the front of the lens barrel or inside the lens cap. If it reads 55, this filter screws straight on.
How strong is the Urth ND2-400 filter?
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.
Does this ND work on any lens?
Urth advises against using this filter on very wide-angle or telephoto lenses. It is best used on lenses of standard focal lengths.
Is a variable ND better than fixed ND filters?
A variable ND is quicker to adjust and covers a range of strengths in one filter. Fixed filters, like Urth's ND kits, give set strengths of 3, 6 or 10 stops and are a choice if you prefer no adjustment.
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