Code: 4961607722633

Brand: Kenko

Specification: 722633

Size information: 72mm

About this product
A filter that cuts light pollution and expresses the true colors of the night sky. The "Starlight Night" is a starry sky and night scene photography filter that effectively cuts "light pollution" from lights such as sodium lamps and mercury lamps.
Cuts only specific wavelength ranges of light. It cuts only the wavelength ranges of lights commonly used in streetlights, such as 589nm (sodium lamps), 435nm/546nm/577nm (mercury lamps), allowing the true colors of the night sky to be expressed.
Usable without lens restrictions. The "Starlight Night" has no limitations on the focal length of the lens used, and does not cause color cast even with wide-angle lenses, making it suitable for starry sky photography. It also performs well in time-lapse shooting, which is difficult to post-process.
Compatible with auto white balance. The "Starlight Night" is not a color adjustment filter, so you can use it with the white balance set to auto. Adjust the color temperature manually if desired.
Product specifications: Filter size: 49mm / Frame thickness: thin frame / Exposure factor: 1/3 stop / Country of manufacture: Japan / Packaging: limited original design
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Photo filter thread size: 72 millimeters
Photo filter factor: 1.25×
Photo filter size: 72 millimeters
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A filter that cuts light pollution and expresses the true colors of the night sky. The "Starlight Night" is a starry sky and night scene photography filter that effectively cuts "light pollution" from lights such as sodium lamps and mercury lamps.
Cuts only specific wavelength ranges of light. It cuts only the wavelength ranges of lights commonly used in streetlights, such as 589nm (sodium lamps), 435nm/546nm/577nm (mercury lamps), allowing the true colors of the night sky to be expressed.
Usable without lens restrictions. The "Starlight Night" has no limitations on the focal length of the lens used, and does not cause color cast even with wide-angle lenses, making it suitable for starry sky photography. It also performs well in time-lapse shooting, which is difficult to post-process.
Compatible with auto white balance. The "Starlight Night" is not a color adjustment filter, so you can use it with the white balance set to auto. Adjust the color temperature manually if desired.
Product specifications: Filter size: 49mm / Frame thickness: thin frame / Exposure factor: 1/3 stop / Country of manufacture: Japan / Packaging: limited original design
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Shipping size: height 11.1, width 9, depth 1.4

Shipping weight: 60

During nighttime photography and video shooting, lights such as sodium lamps and mercury lamps in the city affect the sky, making the night sky appear overall reddish. Such city lights are called "light pollution."
By appropriately cutting out this "light pollution," a filter called "light pollution cut filter" allows you to photograph the night sky in its original colors. We want everyone who takes starry sky and night sky photos to capture more beautiful starry skies and night scenes. This led to the creation of the "Kenko Starlight Night" light pollution cut filter for starry sky and night scene photography.

"Starlight Night" has the property of cutting only specific wavelength ranges of light, suppressing color cast caused by sodium lamps and mercury lamps commonly used in streetlights, and expressing the true colors of the night sky.
Unlike conventional light pollution cut filters like "ASTRO LPR," it has no restrictions on the focal length of the lens used, so it can be used with ultra-wide-angle lenses commonly used in starry sky photography without issues. The frame is designed to be less vignetting with a thin design. It also features knurled processing, making it less likely to slip, facilitating outdoor filter attachment and removal. Made in Japan with reliability and peace of mind. Some lenses may cause vignetting.

Product features

A light pollution cut filter that suppresses color cast caused by city lights
Especially in urban night skies, the influence of city lights such as sodium and mercury lamps causes color cast in yellow or orange. Using "Starlight Night" reduces this color cast and enables natural color reproduction. Even when finishing images with photo editing software, pre-cutting light pollution with "Starlight Night" reduces processing steps and makes RAW development easier. This is truly a filter for starry sky and night scene photography.

Ideal for starry sky and night scene photography
Unlike conventional light pollution cut filters, "Starlight Night" has no restrictions on the focal length of the lens used, and does not cause color cast even with wide-angle lenses. Its thin frame design minimizes vignetting when used with wide-angle lenses, making it especially suitable for starry sky photography. It also performs well in night scene shooting and time-lapse photography, which is difficult to post-process.

OK with auto white balance
"Starlight Night" is not a color adjustment filter, so you can use it with the white balance set to auto. Adjust the white balance setting as desired.

Recommended to use with soft filters
By stacking the "Starlight Night" with soft filters that blur stars and highlight constellations in starry sky photos, you can create more impressive images. Especially the "Pro Softon" and "Pro Softon Clear" series are ideal.
When stacking filters, be aware that the edges of the image may become darkened or vignetting may occur. Try posting starry sky photos on SNS with the hashtag "#StarlightNightFilter." Manufacturer's explanation
A light pollution cut filter that suppresses color cast caused by city lights





Even when finishing images with photo editing software, pre-cutting light pollution with a light pollution cut filter reduces processing steps and makes RAW development easier.

"Starlight Night" is optimal for starry sky photography because it has no restrictions on the focal length of the lens used and works well with wide-angle lenses. It also performs well in night scene shooting and time-lapse photography, which is difficult to post-process.

White balance can be set to AWB (auto white balance) for effective results. Adjust the color temperature or switch to fluorescent mode as desired.

Because "Starlight Night" cuts light pollution, the amount of light entering the lens decreases. The exposure factor is 1/3 stop. When shooting the starry sky with manual exposure, using the same settings as without the filter will result in underexposure, so be careful. When using auto exposure, the camera will adjust the exposure automatically.

Recommended items to use with "Starlight Night"
PRO1D Pro Softon A

"PRO1D Pro Softon A" is a soft filter that produces beautiful soft effects with smooth light diffusion, making bright stars appear softer and highlighting constellations.

Pro Softon A is here

SkyMemo SW

If you want to stop stars with long exposure, consider using an equatorial mount. It cancels the Earth's rotation and allows you to track stars continuously.

SkyMemo SW is here