Camera Gear

Variable ND8-128 (3-7 Stop) Filter Plus+, 82mm

$129

By blocking 3 to 7 f-stops, you can use wider apertures in low variable light for shallower depth of field effects, and slower shutter speeds for long exposure effects without overexposing your images. Videographers can use our ND8–128 Variable ND Filter Plus+ to create more cinematic effects in low to bright light.

Our Plus+ range features 20 layers of nano-coating providing easier cleaning and better protection against water, oil, and scratches. These layers also provide a higher maximum light transmission and a more consistent transmission curve for truer light reduction.

Our Review

Urth Variable ND8-128 Plus+ Filter — Your Go-To for Bright-Sky Cinematic Travel Footage

The gist: Three to seven stops of neutral-density control make this the right filter when the sun is at its brightest — keeping shutter speed cinematic while protecting colors and sharpness with the same premium glass as Urth’s acclaimed Plus+ line.

3–7 stop range (ND8–ND128): Designed for bright midday and high-altitude shooting — where a 1–5 stop filter would still overexpose — without needing to swap glass.
SCHOTT B270 glass with CoraNano™ 20-layer coating: Hydrophobic, scratch-resistant, and oil-repelling — holds up when you’re shooting on salt-spray coastlines or dusty desert trails.
No cross-effect: Min-max locking ring prevents the X-pattern artifact at maximum stop; footage stays clean across the full range without color shifts.
Ultra-slim aluminium frame, double-threaded: Stackable with polarisers; compact enough to travel in a small filter pouch alongside your lens kit.

Light & Matter awarded the Urth Plus+ variable ND line 8.1/10, confirming “colors and sharpness are preserved” across all attenuation levels — rare praise at this price point.

Best for: Travel videographers shooting in harsh midday sun, beach destinations, or snow environments where 3–5 stop filters consistently underperform. Skip it if: You shoot mostly in shade or mixed light — the ND2–32 gives more useful range for variable conditions. Runs ~$75–$159 depending on size — check the current price before buying.

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