Hoya Pro 1 ND32/64 vs LCW ND500

[PeterM69]

Hi,

Does anyone have any advice on quality with either the LCW ND500 or a Hoya Pro 1 ND filter? The Hoyas can be found 20-25% cheaper than the LCW filters but I don't mind paying extra for quality but hate paying extra if there isn't any.

Anyone have any feedback on either?

Thanks

Pete

 

[HoppyUK]

You're not comparing like with like. ND32 is five stops, ND64 is six stops, ND500 is nine stops. Closest Hoya is their X400, a bit over eight stops.

 

[PeterM69]

Thanks for your reply but I'm really just wanted thoughts regarding manufacturer. Some people only buy B&W filters, others Kenko etc. The reason I wanted a comparison with the two manufactures mentioned was because they both have Ultra thin filter frames to help avoid vignetting.

 

[HoppyUK]

Thanks for your reply but I'm really just wanted thoughts regarding manufacturer. Some people only buy B&W filters, others Kenko etc. The reason I wanted a comparison with the two manufactures mentioned was because they both have Ultra thin filter frames to help avoid vignetting.

Both Hoya and B+W are good, especially their high end multi-coated jobbies.

 

[PeterM69]

Thanks