Hoya STAR 8X 72mm Star Filter

The Hoya STAR 8X 72mm is a high-quality optical glass filter designed to create stunning 8-point star effects from bright light sources in your photographs. Ideal for creative and special effects photography, this screw-in filter adds a dramatic flair to images with minimal light reduction.

Advantages

Produces clear, sharp 8-point star bursts from highlights; neutral color rendition preserves original scene tones; durable scratch-resistant glass and black matte aluminum frame ensure long-lasting performance.

Suitable for

• Creative photographers seeking special effects
• Landscape and night photography with bright light sources
• Lenses with a 72mm front filter thread

Key specifications

• Filter Type: Star Filter
• Effect Points: 8-Point Star
• Filter Diameter: 72 mm
• Filter Thread Size: 72 mm
• Optical Material: High-Quality Optical Glass
• Frame Material: Black Matte Aluminum
• Mount Type: Screw-in
• Compatibility: Lenses with 72mm front filter thread
• Primary Function: Creates star-like flares from bright light sources
• Light Reduction: Minimal
• Coating: Standard (protective)
• Series: Hoya Star Series
• Application: Creative Photography, Special Effects
• Profile: Standard Frame
• Durability: Scratch-resistant glass
• Effect Origin: Diffraction grating etched into glass
• Color Rendition: Neutral

Recommendations

For best results, use with lenses that have a 72mm filter thread. Combine with other filters for unique effects, but avoid stacking to prevent vignetting.