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A thin metal ring with 49mm and 77mm thread markings

ProOPTIC

ProOPTIC Step-Up Adapter Ring 49mm to 77mm camera filter

SKU CH-CHND-NE5DM

Converts 49mm lens threads to accept 77mm filters for expanded creative options

  • Use 77mm filters on 49mm lenses
  • Cost-effective alternative to buying new lenses
  • Durable construction for reliable daily use
  • Simple screw-on design suits pros and hobbyists
  • Compatible with any lens featuring 49mm threads

Step-Up Adapter 49mm to 77mm

This ProOPTIC adapter ring converts a lens with a 49mm filter thread to accept 77mm filters. It allows photographers to use larger-diameter filters on existing smaller-threaded lenses without replacing glass. The ring suits professionals and hobbyists who want to standardise on a single filter size across multiple lenses. Compatibility covers any lens featuring a 49mm front thread.

Build quality and daily use

The adapter is constructed from durable materials designed for repeated mounting and removal in the field. Its precise threading ensures a secure fit between the 49mm lens and the 77mm filter, preventing light leaks or vignetting caused by misalignment. The slim profile keeps the combined stack compact, so it stores easily in a filter pouch and adds minimal bulk when shooting handheld or on a tripod.

Upgrade path and when it matters

This ring replaces the need to buy duplicate filters in 49mm and 77mm sizes, letting a single set of larger filters serve both thread diameters. The jump is worthwhile when you already own 77mm circular polarisers, ND filters or protection glass and acquire a lens with a 49mm thread. It is not a solution for lenses lacking a filter thread or for stepping down from larger to smaller diameters.

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Price $15.99
Cheaper than about 87% of the 1,281 comparable items (median $48.99).

Specifications

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Questions about this item

Does the 49 mm thread on the ProOPTIC Step-Up Adapter Ring screw directly onto my lens filter mount?

Yes, the 49 mm male thread engages the lens front thread, while the 77 mm female thread accepts the larger filter.

How much additional depth does the adapter add between the lens and a 77 mm filter?

The ring adds only a few millimetres of thickness, so vignetting is unlikely on most lenses.

What is the correct order for attaching the ProOPTIC Step-Up Adapter Ring and a 77 mm filter?

Screw the adapter onto the 49 mm lens first, then thread the 77 mm filter onto the adapter.

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