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A 55mm circular filter with a neutral-grey top half fading smoothly to clear glass, black aluminium ring, rotatable mount

B + W Filter Company

B + W 55mm Basic 701M 0.3 1-Stop MRC Graduated Neutral Density Filter

SKU CH-GTWX-025XG

Reduces bright-sky exposure by one f-stop with a smooth graduated transition on 55 mm threads

  • Balances bright skies with darker foregrounds using a smooth graduated transition
  • Reduces light by .3 density while preserving natural colour accuracy
  • Rotatable mount enables precise horizon alignment for threaded filter setups
  • Plano-parallel polished glass resists scratches and maintains optical clarity over time
  • Crafted in Germany for reliable performance in landscape photography

55 mm Graduated ND Filter

The B+W 55 mm Basic 701M graduated neutral density filter reduces brightness by one f-stop across a smooth gradient from edge to centre. It balances exposure between a bright sky and darker foreground without shifting colour. The plano-parallel glass substrate is finely polished for lasting optical quality. A rotatable mount allows precise horizontal alignment when the filter is threaded onto the lens.

Landscape photographers needing balanced exposure

This filter suits photographers who want to capture cloud detail and prevent a pale sky in high-contrast outdoor scenes. It works with both analogue and digital cameras that accept 55 mm threads. Shooters who need a stronger or weaker density step, a hard-edge transition, or a rectangular filter system should look at other options.

55 mm thread with rotatable mount

The filter fits lenses with a 55 mm front thread and the rotatable mount lets you align the gradient horizon line exactly where the composition demands. This single specification determines whether the filter can be used on your lens and positioned correctly for the scene.

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Price $83.99
Pricier than about 74% of the 1,281 comparable items (median $48.99).

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Questions about this item

What does the 0.3 density value mean for exposure?

The 0.3 density reduces light by one f-stop on the graduated half, letting you balance a bright sky with a darker foreground without shifting colour.

How does the rotatable mount help when composing a shot?

The rotatable mount lets you align the horizontal gradient transition precisely with the horizon line after the filter is screwed onto the 55mm thread.

What does the 55mm thread size tell me about lens compatibility?

The filter fits any lens with a 55mm front filter thread, which is marked on the lens barrel or in the lens specifications.

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