Kenko Starry Night Light Pollution Cut Filter 67mm for Sky and Nightscape Photography Japan Made 672631

[Product Description]

When photographing or filming at night, lights such as sodium lamps and mercury lamps in urban areas can affect the sky, causing the night sky to appear reddish overall. These are referred to as "light pollution." By appropriately cutting out this "light pollution," the filter called "Light Pollution Cut Filter" allows you to capture the night sky in its natural colors. The Starry Night filter for starry sky and nightscape photography was created with the desire for everyone to take more beautiful starry and night sky photos.

"Starry Night" selectively cuts only specific wavelength ranges of light, reducing color cast caused by streetlights such as sodium and mercury lamps, and accurately reproduces the natural colors of the night sky. Unlike traditional light pollution cut filters like "ASTRO LPR," it has no restriction on the focal length of the lens used, making it suitable for ultra-wide-angle lenses often used in starry sky photography. The slim frame design minimizes vignetting, and the knurled surface makes it easy to attach and detach outdoors, reducing slipping. Made in Japan with trusted quality. *Vignetting may occur depending on the lens.

Product Features:

■ Light Pollution Cut Filter that Suppresses Color Cast from Urban Lighting Especially in city night skies, the influence of sodium and mercury lamps causes the images to have a yellow or orange tint. Using "Starry Night" reduces this color cast, enabling natural color reproduction. When processing photos in editing software, pre-cutting light pollution with this filter simplifies the workflow and makes RAW development easier. This filter is specifically designed for starry sky and nightscape photography.

■ Ideal for Starry Sky and Nightscape Photography Unlike conventional light pollution cut filters, Starry Night has no restriction on the focal length of the lens, preventing color shift even with wide-angle lenses. Its slim frame design minimizes vignetting when used with wide-angle lenses, making it especially suitable for starry sky photography. It also performs well in nightscape shooting and time-lapse photography, where post-processing can be challenging.

■ Compatible with Auto White Balance Since Starry Night is not a color-adjusting filter, you can use it with auto white balance. Adjust the white balance setting to your preference.

■ Recommended for Use with Soft Filters Layering Starry Night with soft filters that blur stars and highlight constellations, such as the "Pro Softon" and "Pro Softon Clear" series, can create more impactful images. Please note that stacking filters may cause vignetting or darkening around the edges of the image. Share your starry sky photos on social media with the hashtag "#StarryNightFilter".

Product Highlights: - Effectively cuts light pollution from sodium and mercury lamps, capturing the true colors of the night sky. - Selectively cuts only specific wavelengths (e.g., 589nm for sodium lamps, 435nm/546nm/577nm for mercury lamps), reproducing the natural colors of the night sky. - No restriction on lens focal length; suitable for wide-angle lenses, preventing color shift, ideal for starry sky photography and time-lapse shooting. - Does not require special white balance adjustments; can be used with auto white balance or manual color temperature adjustments. - Product specifications: Filter size 49mm, slim frame, 1/3 stop exposure reduction, made in Japan, Amazon.co.jp exclusive original packaging.

[Important Notice - For Overseas Customers]

Thank you for purchasing this product. Before using it overseas, please carefully read the following important notices.

1. Laws, Regulations, and Safety Standards This product complies with Japanese safety standards. Before use in your country, please check its compliance with local laws, regulations, and safety standards. Certain product categories (electronics, cosmetics, food, etc.) may require certification in the importing country.

2. Regarding Electrical Products 【Voltage Compatibility】 When using electrical products, please note that they are designed to match Japanese voltage specifications (90-110V). Using them with a different voltage may cause malfunction.

【Plug Type】 Our products use Japanese plug types (Type A or Type B). Please use a conversion adapter as needed.

【Important Notes Regarding Transformers and Adapters】 Transformers adjust the voltage to match the requirements of the equipment. Conversion adapters only change the plug shape and do not adjust the voltage. Using only a conversion adapter without a transformer may damage the product.

[Regarding Liability] We are not responsible for any malfunctions or damage caused by improper use, such as operating the product without a transformer.

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