NiSi 55084 82mm ND64 + CPL Filter Landscape Photography

The NiSi 55084 82mm ND64 + CPL filter is a dual-function optic built for landscape and long-exposure photography. It merges a 6-stop neutral density filter (ND64, density 1.8) with a circular polarizer into a single unit, eliminating the image quality compromises that come from stacking two separate filters. The 6-stop light reduction enables dramatically slower shutter speeds — turning choppy water into smooth silk or streaking clouds across the sky — while the rotatable CPL layer independently cuts reflections and glare from water, foliage, and other non-metallic surfaces to deepen contrast and color saturation.

NiSi uses high-definition optical glass treated with their proprietary nano IR coating, which serves multiple purposes: it blocks infrared light that causes the unnatural color casts common in cheaper ND filters, repels water and oil for easy field cleaning, and resists scratches from everyday handling. The ultra-slim frame minimizes the risk of vignetting on wider lenses, while the knurled edges allow precise CPL adjustment even when wearing gloves in cold conditions. For landscape photographers who routinely use both ND and polarizing filters, this combined design reduces gear, simplifies workflow, and maintains optical integrity in a single 82mm package.