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Neewer 10103191 82mm True Color Variable ND Filter

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Neewer 10103191 82mm True Color Variable ND Filter

Name: Neewer 10103191 82mm True Color Variable ND Filter
Brand: Neewer
SKU: 10103191

★★★★★4.5 (70 reviews)

Dial from ND2 to ND400 in a single rotation for silky waterfalls, motion-blurred light trails, and open-aperture control in bright midday sun.

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Overview

The Neewer 82mm True Color Variable ND Filter covers a 1 to 8.6 stop exposure range — equivalent to ND2 through ND400 — in a single filter with a continuously rotating knurled ring and hard stops at both ends. For landscape and long-exposure photographers, that range represents the difference between a frozen waterfall at 1/500s and a silky motion-blurred stream at half a second, adjustable without removing the filter from the lens. The multi-layer coated HD optical glass addresses the most common failure mode of budget variable NDs: the green or magenta color cast that appears as density increases. By engineering for "True Color" reproduction, the filter keeps white balance consistent across most of its range, reducing the correction work that otherwise accumulates across a long shooting session.

This filter is most useful for outdoor photographers who frequently face uncontrolled lighting — shooting wide open in afternoon sun, capturing motion blur in flowing water, or controlling depth of field without blowing highlights. The ultra-slim aluminum frame is a deliberate engineering choice for 82mm: at this diameter on wide-angle lenses, a thick frame vignettes the corners, so keeping the profile low preserves image coverage. The water-repellent, scratch-resistant coatings make it viable for wet-weather shooting and easy to wipe clean in the field. It is not a filter for ultra-wide lenses at maximum density — the optical physics of variable NDs produce artifacts at extreme settings on short focal lengths — but for standard wide-to-telephoto work from 24mm and up, it delivers reliable, calibrated exposure control without the weight of a fixed-ND set.

Key Features

【Variable Neutral Density Camera Lens Filter】NEEWER 82mm True Colors Variable Neutral Density Filter for the camera lens is here to revolutionize your photography game with excellent abilities of greater control over exposure, shutter speeds, and apertures. Perfect for capturing landscapes such as stunning rivers, breathtaking waterfalls, and captivating light trails with fluid and soft look

【Precisely Positioned Hard Stops】Upgraded with hard stops at both ends to limit this VND filter within 1 to 8.6 Stops (about ND2 to ND400). Dialing to the exact marked stop allows you to achieve the desired precise ND level for a perfectly exposed shot. Note: The mechanism of variable ND filters is based on the principle of polarization. Using the maximum aperture may result in an X black cross due to the VND filter's interaction with certain lenses and focal lengths

【True to Life Vivid Color Reproduction】 This ND filter fulfills the True Colors effect to produce true to life color. Let you spend more time on creations rather than post processing for color correction

【Lightweight Aluminum Frame】 Firmly sealed with the ultra slim aluminum alloy frame, the filter delivers your desired effect with ease. The CNC precisely machining knurled ring ensures a secure grip for easy filter mounting and removal

【Multi Coated Premium HD Optical Glass】With multiple layers of coatings, the filter’s high definition optical glass can effectively reduce glare and reflection to capture vivid colors and manage contrast without losing image sharpness. In addition, it also protects against water, dust, oil, fingerprints, and scratches, making it easy to maintain and worry free in various environments and conditions

Specifications

Filter Type

Variable Neutral Density (VND)

Diameter

82mm

ND Range

ND2 to ND400 (1 to 8.6 Stops)

Glass

Multi-Coated HD Optical Glass

Frame Material

Ultra Slim Aluminum Alloy

Ring Design

CNC Machined Knurled Ring with Hard Stops

Coatings

Multi-Layer, Water Repellent, Scratch Resistant, Oil & Fingerprint Resistant

Model

10103191

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

Hard stops at ND2 and ND400 prevent accidental rotation into the X-pattern artifact zone, removing the guesswork that plagues stepless variable ND filters.
Multi-layer coating on HD optical glass delivers true-color reproduction with reduced color cast compared to single-coated VND filters, cutting post-production white balance correction.
1 to 8.6 stops of range covers bright midday sun through blue-hour conditions in a single filter, eliminating the need to carry multiple fixed ND filters.
Ultra-slim aluminum alloy frame reduces vignetting risk on wide-angle lenses where thicker frames create dark corner cropping.
Water, oil, and scratch-resistant coatings allow field cleaning without glass damage and resist smearing from rain or lens breathing condensation.

👎 Cons

At maximum density (ND400 / 8.6 stops), color neutrality degrades slightly — a residual shift is visible and requires white balance correction on critical work.
The X-pattern cross artifact remains a fundamental optical limitation of the polarization-stack VND design, appearing on lenses wider than roughly 24mm even within the marked range.
82mm is a large filter diameter — photographers with a mix of 77mm, 67mm, or 58mm lenses will need separate step-up rings for each, adding mounting complexity and potential vignetting.
No included filter pouch or case; the filter ships without dedicated storage, making scratches during transport a real risk without a third-party solution.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this filter cause the "X" black cross artifact on my lens, and how do I avoid it?

The X pattern is an inherent optical phenomenon of variable ND filters based on polarization stacking — it appears when the filter is pushed near or beyond its maximum 8.6-stop setting, and is more pronounced on wide-angle lenses at focal lengths below roughly 24mm. Staying within the ND2–ND400 marked range and avoiding the extreme end of the rotation ring on ultra-wide lenses prevents this. The hard stops on this filter physically prevent you from dialing into the X zone accidentally.

What is the actual exposure range, and how do I translate stops to shutter speed?

The filter covers 1 to 8.6 stops of light reduction. One stop halves the light; 8.6 stops reduces it by a factor of approximately 388x. In practical terms: on a bright day at 1/1000s, dialing to maximum allows you to shoot at approximately 1/2.5s — enough for motion blur on flowing water or a silky-smooth crowd in a street scene. Each marked stop on the ring corresponds to a specific ND value (ND2 at 1-stop, ND4 at 2-stop, up to ND400 at ~8.6-stop).

Does the "True Color" coating actually eliminate color casts, or will I still need to correct in post?

The multi-layer coating significantly reduces the green/magenta color shift common in budget VND filters, particularly in the ND64–ND400 range where color cast becomes most visible. Minor residual shift may appear at the upper end of the range and can be corrected with a quick white balance adjustment. It is not entirely cast-free at maximum density, but it performs noticeably better than uncoated variable NDs in this price bracket.

Will the 82mm threading fit my lens directly, or do I need step-up rings?

This filter is 82mm — it fits 82mm front-threaded lenses directly. For lenses with smaller filter threads (e.g., 77mm, 72mm, 67mm), you'll need a step-up ring. The ultra-slim aluminum frame minimizes vignetting at wider focal lengths, though any additional step-up ring adds another surface that can contribute to vignetting, particularly on lenses wider than 24mm.

How does the knurled ring feel when making exposure adjustments mid-shoot?

The CNC-machined knurled ring provides positive grip even with gloves or damp hands, and the hard stops give tactile confirmation at both the minimum and maximum settings so you know when you've reached the filter's limits. Rotation is smooth enough for gradual adjustments but firm enough that it won't drift from vibration during long exposures.