About the product
Overview
Capture the beauty of movement and time.
The Gobe Variable ND filter can be rotated from ND2 (50% light transmittance) to ND400 (0.25% light transmittance) giving you great versatility in changing light.

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The MIN marked on the rim of the filter denotes ND2 (1 f-stop) and the MAX denotes ND400 (8.66 f-stops).
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For perfect colour neutrality and durability. This filter can withstand salty water, dust, extreme wind and other abrasive elements.
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At Gobe we stand by each product with a lifetime warranty.
Control the amount of light passing through your camera sensor.
By twisting the Gobe Variable ND filter you will be able to control the amount of light passing through your camera sensor without affecting the colour balance.
This will allow you to use lower apertures in bright light conditions, giving you a creative possibility for beautiful shallow depth of field photographs in bright light.


ND2 - ND400
Twist it your way
The rotating outer rim gives the versatility of adjusting between ND2 to ND400, saving you from constantly changing ND filters in varying light such as sunrise or sunset.
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Premium optical glass
Made with Japanese optical glass and weather sealed for extra sharpness.
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Ultra-slim profile
All Gobe lens filters have an ultra-slim rim, to avoid vignetting on wide angle lenses.
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Magnalium framing
Durable frame made from extra tough magnalium which prevents jamming.
For perfect ND photos
Rotate the Variable ND filter between the MIN and MAX markings on the rim.
Do not go past these settings, or you will see vignetting and at the extreme a dark cross will appear in frame wrecking your beautiful photos.
With wide-angle lenses, rotate only half way or until you begin to see vignetting.
Note: Lens caps and sunhoods need to be one thread size larger (ie. 62mm NDX uses 67mm lens cap).
Have fun!

Technical information
Specifications
Filter Grade | ▲▲ (mid level) |
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Filter Type | ND Neutral Density |
Type | Variable Neutral Density |
Optics | Japan Optics |
Ultra-nano coating | None |
Grade | ND2 to ND400 |
Density | 0.3-2.6 |
Filter Factor | 1-8 stops |
Multi-Coated | No |
Rotating | Yes |
Effect | To create special effects such as movement, blur, within the shot. |
Application | Nature, travel, outdoor photography To use high speed ISOs in bright light. |
Color Temperature | N/A |
Construction | Magnalium frame with optical glass |
Warranty | Lifetime Replacement |
Reviews
Customer Reviews (33)
- Practical and perfect for videoReview by George Smiley
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Quality Value Service
Applied to my lens with 49mm diameter I was able to take advantage of all the opening and above all , adjust the intensity of the filter instantly going from internal and external environments. Right now I could not live without and I will even buy it for larger lenses.
I confirm that the maximum intensity generates a cross effect but otherwise is perfect, especially considering the price and construction.
In Short - Excellent for video, even in 4K. (Posted on 4/14/2016) - Excellent, very well made NDReview by By Amazon Customer
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Quality Value Service
This Variable ND Does its job well, absent defects and dominant colours; when you are very close to the maximum setting ( ND400 ) instead the filter becomes unusable, because it appears to form a black silhouette of X which covers most of the picture. Clearing everything turning even a few degrees the quality returns to be excellent .
Having heard a lot of bad variable filters my expectations were not very high, but Gobe has made me think again. (Posted on 4/4/2016) - Good ND filter Review by Amazon Customer
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Quality Value Service - High end product here!Review by James Fazio
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Quality Value Service - ND lens filter great qualityReview by Alessandro N
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Quality Value Service - Perfect filter, created by photographers for photographersReview by Livio Ascione
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Quality Value Service
I have tested this product on a Nikon D7000 that we have in the studio, allowing us to make a series of shots that would allow us to better evaluate the potential of these products.
I tested this filter on a 50mm f1.8 Nikon lens with which I find it works really well, both for portraiture and for the naturalistic details. I find it a versatile and very high quality ND Filter.
The Gobe NDX ND2-400 is a truly versatile lens filter. In fact, thanks to the rotating ring of which allows you to reduce the amount of light in put into the lens without changing the hue and the colours. This is really useful option that lets you use one and only one ND filter, adjusting the brightness stop only by the ring, without having to mount and unmount various filters. The Gobe ND2-400 allows you to control the amount of light received through the lens up to 8 apertures.
The filter profile is extremely flat, this allows us to avoid unpleasant vignetting of wide-angle lenses. It is not the case in our tests, but we have tried to move the filter on another lens of equal diameter and, at opening 18, we have not noticed chromatic aberrations of any kind.
This product is ideal for that kind of photographs in which we need to maintain a low shutter speeds and, consequently, of the highest exposure times without buring the image. This is the case of running water streams and waterfalls that give us, at long exposures, wonderful dynamic shots. Therefore ideal for photographing waterfalls, rivers, the ocean crashing on the rocks and the flight of surfers on the waves.
Moreover, thanks to this filter, you can decrease depth of field by allowing a large aperture value even in high light conditions. It's appropriate for very bright targets like the Nikon 50mm f1.8 that in bright light, does not allow us to appreciate the shallow depth of field as we would like.
The Gobe NDX ND2-400 also features in Magnalium ultra rugged chassis that provides durability and prevents the jam. Produced with Glass Optic Japan, the Gobe NDX filter reduces light absorption no impact on the overall colour balance.
A recommended product! (Posted on 3/25/2016) - Great Variable NDReview by Michele
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Quality Value Service - Variable neutral density filterReview by By Amazon Customer
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Quality Value Service
The filter comes in an extremely strong plastic box, to transport it's perfect.
The ring is easily installed on the lens, no worries.
For my part I took some pictures of a waterfall during the day, the sun at its peak, lots of light, tripod, remote control, setting the camera mode to BULB, the minimum ISO, shutter speed level one tries to settle down enough to have a light report / BULB indeed quite convincing, at the diaph is the filter that comes into play, it limits the amount of light that enters your lens, up to 8 notches diaphragm, for you to test and find the best setting.
Yes it is interesting with this filter is that it is adjustable, so you can choose the opacity of the filter, from soft to hard, everything here without degrading the characteristics of the picture (color, for example).
high quality filter, very good value, I recommend it without any problem, (Posted on 3/20/2016) - Great Quality, needs more infoReview by Frank
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Quality Value Service - Gobe Variable Neutral Density FilterReview by Quikrix
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I have used the filter a few since purchasing it, and it does take a bit of trial and error to get the balance between the ND setting, shutter speed and aperture for any shot. However once you have got it all set up the results are definitely worth it and I would recommend using a tripod and remote control in most situations when using a neutral density filter.
It is a very good neutral density and very reasonable price, plus you help support the environment too as Gobe will plant trees for every order you making with them! (Posted on 3/19/2016) - Useful and with good resultsReview by Julio Alvarez
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Quality Value Service - Variable density filterReview by Gazmend Cerkezi
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Quality Value Service - Gobe ND FilterReview by Napoleoni
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Quality Value Service - Good filter without cross effectReview by Etzen
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Quality Value Service
The filter is delivered in a stylish package , the package can be optimally used for transport.
The filter is well made and can rotate well . The thread is smooth and you get it gently on the lens on it . One finds on the surface of the glass no errors . The filter is without the cross effect as long as one remains in the scale . If you go beyond the scale , appears this . Say in the specified range of 2-400 this can not be seen .
Conclusion: Very good filter for beginners and advanced . (Posted on 3/12/2016) - Effective ND FilterReview by Guillaume Taillardle
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The product is very well finished, an indicator lets you know which way to turn. Glass is also very good .
All received quickly, in a very nice packaging and a storage box. (Posted on 3/10/2016) - It does its job very wellReview by Blek
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Quality Value Service - Excellent Variable NDReview by Luiscarlos
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Quality Value Service - Convenient for exposures breaks during the dayReview by Zast
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The advantage of this variable ND version is that one does not need to change the filter every time. It is allowed on the lens and we just have to turn the filter to the desired brightness (you have to remember to carry a tripod for long exposures) .
This is not the best filter that exists (non-variable filters are better) but it is really convenient.
Product received free of charge for objective review (Posted on 3/6/2016) - Great serviceReview by Justin
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Quality Value Service - Eco-Friendly Filter for 20-30% LessReview by Raijin Photo
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Quality Value Service
The GOBE 77mm NDX filter is a great filter that brings out more contrast and color to your photos during bright periods of the day. While bringing more contrast to the photo, the level of darkness can be adjusted to slow shutter speed down; this will help to create silky flowing water in your photos.
Keys Benefits:
- High quality Japanese glass to cut down on chromatic aberrations, flare & haze.
- Easy to clean (Anti-Scratch, Water Repellent, Oil & Dust Resistant)
- Cost 20-30% less than competitors while not sacrificing quality.
- Brings out more contrast to photos while adding a hint more color during bright days.
- Slows shutter speed down while adding flowing water effect to photos.
Key Disadvantages:
- First time you add the filter to your camera, the filter may need to be seated properly in the threads. After you attach it correctly the first time, the threads be be set, making it easier for every time after.
- At maximum, you may see the inner glass crossing in the photo on wider angle lenses. If this happens, reduce the darkness to 75-25%. This range is optimal for wide angle.
GOBE also donates 1% of their profit to 1% for the Planet to non-profit orgs that help with environmental restoration and protection. GOBE also uses environmentally friendly packaging and labels that are recyclable. The plastic case uses less plastic while protecting your filter as well. Gobe is now planting trees with every purchase; a fantastic initiative empowering customers to join the environmental revolution! see their website for more details! mygobe.com
See sample photos for more information. Sample photo shooting info: Nikon D7000, Tokina 11-16 DX II lens @ 11mm, ~5pm sunset in Honolulu, Hawai’i @ISO 200, F22/, 1/4sec
Thank you for reading this review. Get out and go be an adventure photographer! (Posted on 3/2/2016)
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