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4 November 2019
Hoya has announced its Starscape filter designed for night photography. The new filter "reduces light pollution generated by artificial lights common in cities," the company said.
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"The Hoya Starscape cuts light transmission in the area of the spectrum that is usually associated with light pollution from sodium and mercury-vapor lights common to most cities world-wide," Hoya said.
"Thus, the filter provides a more clear image with natural colors and improved contrast in the night sky."
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Comparison. Night sky without the filter (l) and with the filter.
The low-profile frame is helpful with both wide and super-wide angle lenses, Hoya noted. Along with improved contrast, the filter delivers natural color without a shift thanks to its special glass formula.
HIGHLIGHTS
Highlights of the filter include:
- Reduces yellowish and greenish color cast from artificial city lights
- Natural color reproduction and improved contrast overall
- Compatible with wide and super-wide-angle lenses
- Low profile frame
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications for the Starscape include:
HOYA STARSCAPE SPECIFICATIONS Type Light pollution cut filter for astrophotography Sizes 49mm, 42mm, 55mm, 58mm, 62mm, 72mm, 77mm, 82mm Neutral Density 1.5 filter factor F-stops Loss of 0.5 f-stop Frame Aluminum PRICE, AVAILABILITY
Hoya did not announced either when the filter would be available or what it will cost.