
Tiffen
Tiffen 37ND9 37mm Neutral Density ND.9 Filter
★★★★★
The Tiffen 37mm ND.9 Filter cuts three stops of light for creative control over exposure, depth of field, and motion blur.
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Overview
Key Features
Eliminates overly bright, washed-out images.
Balances exposure.
Controls depth-of-field.
Allows slower shutter speeds to produce blurred motion effects.
Specifications
Brand
Tiffen
Model
37ND9
Filter Size
37mm
Filter Type
Neutral Density (ND.9)
Light Reduction
3 stops
Filter Factor
8x
Color Effect
Neutral — no color alteration
Function
Reduces light, balances exposure, controls depth of field, enables slower shutter speeds
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- 3-stop light reduction provides meaningful exposure control without needing to swap to a heavier ND filter.
- Neutral color transmission preserves accurate scene colors without requiring post-processing correction.
- Enables wider apertures in bright light for shallow depth-of-field effects.
- Compact and lightweight 37mm size adds virtually no bulk to smaller lenses.
👎 Cons
- 37mm thread size fits a limited range of lenses, mostly compact or older optics.
- 3-stop reduction may not be sufficient for very bright daylight long-exposure work where 6- or 10-stop filters are needed.
- Not part of a magnetic or quick-swap system, so changing filters in the field requires threading on and off.
- Glass quality at this price point may show slight softness compared to premium multi-coated ND filters.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much light does the Tiffen 37mm ND.9 filter reduce?
The ND.9 designation means it reduces light by 3 stops, which corresponds to an 8x filter factor — only one-eighth of the available light reaches the sensor.
Does this filter change the color of the image?
No, it is a neutral density filter designed to reduce light transmission evenly across the spectrum without introducing a color cast.
What size lenses does this filter fit?
It threads onto any lens with a 55mm front filter thread. Be sure to check your lens's filter thread size before purchasing.
Can I use this filter for long-exposure photography during the day?
Yes, reducing light by 3 stops allows you to use slower shutter speeds in bright conditions, which is useful for creating motion blur effects in waterfalls, clouds, or traffic.
Can I stack this filter with other filters on my lens?
Yes, it has standard 37mm threading that allows stacking with other 37mm filters, though stacking multiple filters may increase the risk of vignetting on wide-angle lenses.