Camera Neutral Density Filter Hoya HD MkII IRND1000 67mm

Hoya HD MkII IRND1000 67mm is a neutral density camera filter that reduces light transmission by approximately 10 stops, enabling long-exposure and wide-aperture photography under bright conditions. The glass construction and special IRND coating are designed to limit visible light while reducing infrared contamination, helping to preserve accurate colors and tonal balance when using slow shutter speeds or large apertures. This 67mm size fits lenses with a 67mm filter thread and is intended for landscape, architecture and creative motion-blur photography where controlled exposure and consistent color are required.

Advantages

The filter offers a high-density reduction of light without introducing significant color cast, thanks to an infrared-cutting design that minimizes IR contamination. Its hardened glass and multi-coating improve scratch resistance and reduce reflections, flare and ghosting. The 67mm threaded mount provides secure attachment to compatible lenses and maintains a slim profile to reduce the risk of vignetting on wide-angle optics. Overall, the ND1000 density supports stable, repeatable long exposures and depth-of-field control in bright environments.

Suitable for

• Long-exposure landscape photography (smoothing water and cloud movement)
• Architectural photography requiring balanced exposures in bright light
• Motion-blur effects for creative photography and videography
• Wide-aperture shooting in daylight to achieve shallow depth of field

Key specifications

• Filter type: Neutral Density (ND) with infrared reduction
• Density: approximately 10 stops (ND1000)
• Optical diameter / thread size: 67 mm
• Material: multi-coated optical glass
• Coatings: anti-reflective and scratch-resistant multi-coating
• Mount: screw-in threaded mount, slim profile

How to use

Attach the Hoya HD MkII IRND1000 67mm to a lens with a matching 67mm filter thread by screwing it onto the front element until hand-tight. Compose and focus before fitting the filter when using autofocus or manual focus, then switch to manual focus if needed to prevent focus hunting during long exposures. Meter the scene using the camera’s live view or an external light meter and compensate for the 10-stop reduction when setting shutter speed, aperture and ISO. Use a sturdy tripod and a remote shutter release or camera timer to avoid camera shake during extended exposures.

Usage recommendations

The ND1000 is intended for significant light reduction; check exposure through live view or a test shot after mounting. For critical color accuracy, bracket exposures and review histograms. When stacking filters or using wide-angle lenses, verify that vignetting and lens flare are acceptable. Clean the filter with appropriate optical cleaning tools and store it in a protective case when not in use.