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Nisi Reverse ND8 150x170mm
$50.00 /day
The definitive optical master tool for flawless sunset and sunrise photography, the NiSi 150x170mm Nano IR Reverse Graduated ND8 (0.9) Filter is now available for rental in Hong Kong. Specifically engineered for large-format 150mm square filter holder systems and ultra-wide bulbous lenses, this premium 3-stop reverse graduated neutral density filter features a specialized transition density layout—darkest at the center horizon line and fading lighter toward the top edge. Built from high-definition optical glass with advanced infrared (IR) protection, it effortlessly balances the searing glare of a low-lying sun against open skies. (Note: This rental listing covers the square glass filter plate only; 150mm filter holders and adapter rings are available for add-on rent separately.)
A 10% damage waiver fee will be applied to your order in the rental basket unless proof of own insurance can be supplied.
The NiSi 150x170mm Nano IR Reverse Graduated ND8 (0.9) Filter is an elite, high-utility landscape light management asset engineered for professional commercial cinematographers, flagship landscape directors, and premium architectural gaffers, making it a highly requested specialized tool for gear hire in Hong Kong. Delivering a precise 3-stop peak light reduction at the horizon line, this reverse graduated neutral density (GND) glass plate is custom-tailored to handle the extreme high-dynamic range environments encountered during low-angle golden hour tracking loops, preventing hot-spot exposure clipping without adding complex post-production masking friction.
When executing an equipment hire for intense sunset lookbook backlighting, wide coastal sunrises in Sai Kung, or expansive twilight architectural plates across Victoria Harbour, a standard graduated filter often falls short. Because the brightest point of the sky sits directly on the horizon line during dawn and dusk, a regular GND filter leaves the sky’s core overexposed while turning the higher atmosphere muddy and dark. The NiSi Reverse GND8 solves this layout bottleneck flawlessly. Its specialized density transition places maximum suppression exactly where the sun breaks, fading smoothly toward the top edge to preserve natural ambient sky gradients. Built from high-definition optical glass treated with a native Infrared Protection Coating layer, it guarantees absolute color neutrality under intense direct rays.
Applicable Scenarios:
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Premium Sunset & Sunrise Landscapes: Captures intense sea horizons with perfectly balanced solar disks, preventing hot-spot clipping while keeping foreground shadows clean.
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Sweeping Architectural Wides: Manages high-contrast golden hour horizons behind urban high-rises, preserving intricate structural gridlines and glass reflections cleanly.
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Ultra-Wide Large-Format Cinema: Slides perfectly into heavy-duty 150mm matte boxes or custom holders mounted on bulbous ultra-wide lenses, delivering clean, uncompromised wide tracking layers.
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Targeted 3-Stop Reverse Gradient Matrix: Features a specialized layout that is darkest at the center horizon line (ND8 / 0.9) and fades lighter toward the top edge, engineered specifically for sunrises and sunsets.
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Integrated Infrared (IR) Suppression Layer: Blocks unwanted infrared light wavelengths completely to eliminate the muddy magenta or warm color casts common in long-exposure landscape runs.
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High-Definition Optical Glass Craftsmanship: Precision-milled optical glass guarantees absolute edge-to-edge sharpness and zero resolution loss on flagship high-pixel sensors.
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Pro Nano Multi-Layer Coating Framework: Double-sided anti-reflective coating delivers exceptional water, oil, and scratch resistance, ensuring rapid on-set cleaning.
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Oversized 150x170mm Ultra-Wide Clearance: Provides massive physical surface coverage to completely eliminate corner clipping on high-end ultra-wide angle cinema and zoom lenses.
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NiSi 150x170mm Nano IR Reverse Graduated ND8 (0.9) Filter Plate x 1
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Premium Tactical Protective Padded Storage Pouch x 1
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(Note: Specialized add-ons like 150mm square filter holders, dedicated ultra-wide lens adapter rings, and sturdy studio tripods are available for add-on rent separately at our Hong Kong studio.)
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Q: Are 150mm square filter holders, camera lenses, or stepping rings included inside this standard rental listing?
A: No, they are not. This specific rental listing covers the NiSi 150x170mm square glass filter plate only. It is designed for production teams who already own or are separately renting a heavy-duty 150mm filter holder system optimized for large-format setups or ultra-wide bulbous lenses. If you require a completely operational configuration, please remember to add a matching 150mm square holder and dedicated lens adapters to your Hong Kong gear allocation.
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Q: What is the exact operational difference between a standard Graduated ND filter and this “Reverse Graduated” filter on set?
A: A standard Graduated ND filter transitions from dark at the top edge to completely clear at the bottom, which is ideal for balancing a bright midday sky. However, during sunsets and sunrises, the brightest light is concentrated directly at the horizon line, while the sky above it is already getting darker. The Reverse GND filter places its darkest 3-stop density precisely at the center horizon line and fades lighter as it moves up to the top. This prevents the low sun from blowing out your exposure while keeping the upper sky looking natural, vibrant, and perfectly exposed.
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Q: Why is this filter sized at 150x170mm instead of a standard 100x150mm format? Will it fit 100mm holders?
A: No, it will not fit standard 100mm holders. This oversized 150mm wide format is explicitly engineered for professional ultra-wide angle lenses that feature large, bulbous front elements (such as specialized ultra-wide zooms) which suffer from severe corner clipping on smaller filter systems. The extra 20mm of vertical length (170mm total) gives your camera assistant plenty of vertical track alignment room to slide the graduation line up or down to match your frame composition perfectly without running out of glass.
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Q: How is the rental fee calculated?
A: The rental fee is calculated on a 24-hour basis per rental period at Dream Scenes Studio Hong Kong.
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Q: Is a deposit required?
A: Yes, a corresponding deposit is required for all equipment rentals in HK.
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Q: What payment methods are accepted for the deposit?
A: We accept credit card authorization for the deposit, which is fast and convenient for local and international crews.
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