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product_id: 180290177
title: "82mm Threaded Hard Stop Variable ND Filter Standard Day 2 to 5 Stop"
brand: "freewell"
price: "A$242"
currency: AUD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Freewell"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/180290177-82mm-threaded-hard-stop-variable-nd-filter-standard-day-2
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region: Australia
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# 2-5 Stop ND range Hard stop variable design 18-layer multicoated glass 82mm Threaded Hard Stop Variable ND Filter Standard Day 2 to 5 Stop

**Brand:** freewell
**Price:** A$242
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎥 Elevate your daylight shoots with flawless control and crystal clarity!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 82mm Threaded Hard Stop Variable ND Filter Standard Day 2 to 5 Stop by freewell
- **How much does it cost?** A$242 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/180290177-82mm-threaded-hard-stop-variable-nd-filter-standard-day-2)

## Best For

- freewell enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted freewell brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Crystal-Clear Optics:** 18 layers of multicoated HD glass deliver razor-sharp, color-accurate footage with minimal color cast.
- • **Magnetic Lens Cap Magic:** Secure magnetic metal caps protect your investment with effortless on/off convenience—no more lost covers.
- • **Precision Light Control:** Easily dial in 2 to 5 stops of light reduction for perfect exposure in any daylight scenario.
- • **Adventure-Ready Durability:** Dustproof, scratch-resistant, and oilproof coatings keep your filter pristine no matter where your creativity takes you.
- • **Zero Guesswork, Zero X Marks:** Hard stop mechanism eliminates cross-polarization and annoying 'X' patterns, ensuring flawless shots every time.

## Overview

The Freewell 82mm Threaded Hard Stop Variable ND Filter offers professional-grade 2 to 5 stop light reduction with premium 18-layer multicoated optical glass. Its hard stop design prevents cross-polarization and vignetting, while durable coatings protect against dust, scratches, and oil. Included accessories like a magnetic metal lens cap and cleaning cloth make it a complete, adventure-ready solution for filmmakers and photographers seeking superior daylight control.

## Description

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Review: Great value VND for price & performance - Even though its over $200 for the set, the value you get in terms of build quality, optical quality, size, features, and performance is far greater than similar VNDs from other bigger companies. Build & optical quality is right up there with the best of them. The knurling on the ring makes gripping for adjustments & installation/removal very easy. Have not had any issues screwing it onto my lenses or step-up rings. Much thinner than the Hoya I had been using. The hard stops at the ends & numbering on rings take the guesswork out of wondering where you are on the filter and eliminated the dreaded 'X' cross-polarization on so many VNDs. The metal magnetic lens caps (wow!) protects the filter when not in use. Its strong enough to not fall off if bumped a little, but easy enough to pull off when you need it. Very minimal colorcast which make editing so much easier. So when you factor everything you get compared to other VNDs, some costing more (for just 1!) with worse performance, the Freewells are a bargain.
Review: Freewell Threade hard stop ND filter - It’s great wonderful for video movies and for photos viewing it’s incredible. :)

## Features

- Optics: Pure High Definition Optical glass 18Layers Multicoated ensure filmmaking experience
- Built: Hard stop Variable ND eliminates any chance of cross-polarization & zero vignetting (16mm above) during the shoot
- Coating: Each side of the glass element is coated with Dustproof, Scratch-resistant, Oilproof making sure you are ready for all the adventures
- Function: 2-5 Stop equivalent to ND4-ND32 is best suitable for the standard day from cloudy days to normal sunny day
- What is included: Variable ND Filter, Hard Case, One Lens Cover, Cleaning Cloth

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07Z4NTDT4 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #53 in Camera Lens Neutral Density Filters |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,280) |
| Date First Available | October 15, 2019 |
| Item Weight | 6.4 ounces |
| Item model number | FW-82-STD |
| Manufacturer | Freewell |
| Product Dimensions | 5.3 x 5.2 x 0.1 inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** FREEWELL
- **Coating Description:** Multi Coating
- **Material:** Optical Glass
- **Photo Filter Effect Type:** Neutral Density
- **Photo Filter Factor:** 8 x
- **Photo Filter Size:** 82 Millimeters
- **Photo Filter Thread Size:** 82 Millimeters
- **Product Dimensions:** 5.3"L x 5.2"W
- **UPC:** 680051063867
- **Water Resistance Level:** Water Resistant

## Images

![82mm Threaded Hard Stop Variable ND Filter Standard Day 2 to 5 Stop - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61X20cNSPqL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can a variable ND filter also function as a polarizer filter?**
A: Despite being composed of two polarizer filters, variable ND filters do not have any polarizing effect. When two pieces of glass are used in a variable ND filter, they work to limit the amount of light that reaches the camera sensor.

**Q: Can a lens hood with a variable ND filter be used?**
A: VND filters cannot be used with a lens hood because they are typically larger than regular ND filters, designed to reduce vignetting.

**Q: Are there front threads on this VND?**
A: VND filters do not have front threads, and stacking them with other filters is not recommended as it may result in vignetting.

**Q: Can these Freewell Threaded VND filters be attached magnetically?**
A: The Freewell Threaded VND filters are not magnetic. They are threaded filters, as indicated on the product listing. Therefore, these VND filters must be used with threads only.

**Q: Difference between VND & VNDXMIST?**
A: The main difference between a VND (Variable ND) filter and a VNDXMIST (Variable ND with Mist) filter is that the latter has an additional layer of mist that creates a soft and dreamy effect in your footage or photos.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great value VND for price & performance
*by J***Y on April 28, 2021*

Even though its over $200 for the set, the value you get in terms of build quality, optical quality, size, features, and performance is far greater than similar VNDs from other bigger companies. Build & optical quality is right up there with the best of them. The knurling on the ring makes gripping for adjustments & installation/removal very easy. Have not had any issues screwing it onto my lenses or step-up rings. Much thinner than the Hoya I had been using. The hard stops at the ends & numbering on rings take the guesswork out of wondering where you are on the filter and eliminated the dreaded 'X' cross-polarization on so many VNDs. The metal magnetic lens caps (wow!) protects the filter when not in use. Its strong enough to not fall off if bumped a little, but easy enough to pull off when you need it. Very minimal colorcast which make editing so much easier. So when you factor everything you get compared to other VNDs, some costing more (for just 1!) with worse performance, the Freewells are a bargain.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Freewell Threade hard stop ND filter
*by A***A on September 1, 2025*

It’s great wonderful for video movies and for photos viewing it’s incredible. :)

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very nice
*by M***K on June 10, 2024*

I don’t have any others to compare these to yet however the magnetic lens covers that come with these seem very good and have good retention for only being magnets. I noticed very mild halo affect but only after Prost edit. They adjust evenly and smoothly and I am looking forward to what I can achieve with these in my bag.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-01*