Hard GND8 (0.9)

Marumi Hard GND8 (0.9)

The Marumi 100 x 150 Hard Graduated ND8 (0.9) is a Graduated Neutral Density model attachable to the M100 Filter System in a moment via magnetic solid force. It is characterized by a narrower gradient transition between the light-reducing ND and transparent portions compared to a Soft GND filter. This narrower transition is well-suited for scenes with few protruding elements like mountains or rocks in the composition and a clear distinction between the horizon, skyline, and the sky. Unlike Soft GND filters, Hard GND are primarily used when incorporating high-intensity light sources, such as the sun, into the composition.

• Certified German quality glass, B270i with high optical performance
• Hard transition area from the transparent part to the darkened part of the glass, adjustable for scenes which have a very definite horizon line
• Up to 12.5% transmittance, 3 stops
• Dust and dirt adhered on the surface can be quickly and easily blown off.
• Water-/Oil repellent coating sheds water off simply also by the air blower. Nuisances such as sweats, skin crème, lotion, fingerprint or compounded stain of grease will be wiped off.
• Anti-reflection coating sustains low reflection
• Made in Japan

What do we use a square filter instead of a round screw-in filter for?
When and on which occasion do we need to use Marumi square filter?

Marumi innovative M100 Magnetic Filter System allows you to;
- combine a large variety of GND/ND and Circular Polarizer to enable an overwhelming contrast-driven expressiveness
- shoot with no vignetting even with 16mm wide lens due to the ultra-thin frame structure overlaying ND/GND and Circular Polarizer.
- adjust position of graduation up and down, observing the composition through the optical or electronic viewfinder
- one second-attach/detach filters by magnetic force with no time consuming compared to screw-in filters into thread
- bracket a series of GND/ND and almost all of your lens line-up for DSLRs and Mirrorless at hands.
- keep all-in-one set in a pouch exclusive for M100 (optional) easy carrying

Before/After with Hard GND8(0.9), controlling sunset exposure resulting in well-balanced contrast of light

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