Urth Solar ND100000 (16.6 Stop) Filter Plus+ 77mm

No, the ND100000 filter drastically reduces light (16.6 f-stops) and is intended for specialized uses like solar photography or extreme long exposures in bright sunlight. It is not suitable for general shooting conditions.

The filter is designed to make solar photography safe by reducing light to safe levels for your camera's sensor. However, it is NOT safe to look at the sun directly through the viewfinder or screen, even with the filter attached. Always use your camera's live view or a specialized solar viewer.

The filter reduces light by 16.6 f-stops. This means you need to increase exposure significantly. For example, if your meter suggests 1/1000s at f/8, you would need to increase the shutter speed by 16.6 stops. This often translates to very long shutter speeds (minutes) or requires a significant adjustment to aperture and ISO.

The 'Plus+' designation typically indicates enhanced features or coatings over previous versions, such as the 20-layer CoraNano coating for improved performance and durability.

Standard ND filters offer much less light reduction (e.g., 3, 6, or 10 stops). The ND100000 offers an extreme level of light reduction, making it suitable for conditions where even a 10-stop ND filter is insufficient.

This filter is backed by Urth's lifetime warranty.

Stacking filters, especially with an already extreme ND filter, is generally not recommended. It can lead to severe light loss, color shifts, increased flare, and potential vignetting. For solar photography, it's best used alone.

Due to the extreme density, manual exposure settings are recommended. Use your camera's histogram and take test shots to fine-tune shutter speed and aperture. Consider using a handheld light meter for more precise readings.

Autofocus systems may struggle with the drastically reduced light. Switch to manual focus. For long exposures, pre-focus before attaching the filter or use your camera's live view zoomed in to achieve sharp focus.

While designed for true-to-life color, extreme density can sometimes introduce a slight cast. This can usually be corrected in post-processing. Ensure your white balance is set correctly before shooting or shoot in RAW format for maximum flexibility.

While the ultra-slim rim is designed to prevent this, vignetting can still occur on extreme wide-angle lenses. Ensure the filter is not blocking the frame, especially at wider focal lengths. Check if the lens hood is interfering with the filter.