HOYA Filter 82mm Sparkle 6x Multi-Coated Glass Filter

82mm Sparkle 6x Filter Overview

This 82mm screw-in filter adds a six-point star effect to bright point light sources in a scene. Multi-coated glass keeps surface reflections to a .5% maximum while a black rim reduces internal flare. The rotating frame lets you orient the star pattern to suit the composition. It is aimed at photographers wanting creative light rendering directly at capture.

Creative Shooters and Effect Seekers

The filter suits photographers who want in-camera star effects on highlights such as street lamps, sunlight on water or bright stars. It is not for shooters who need a neutral protective filter or who prefer to add star patterns in post-processing. Videographers requiring consistent optical performance across takes may find the variable rotation introduces unwanted changes between shots.

Highlight Handling and Optical Limits

The six-cross pattern works best on strong, isolated points of light where the moderate beam length adds atmosphere without overwhelming the frame. In scenes with many bright specular highlights the effect can become busy and reduce overall contrast. The multi-coating controls ghosting effectively, though very strong backlighting may still produce some veiling flare that the coating cannot eliminate.