The Hoya Star 8 filter helps create more drama in your image by turning strong point-light sources into eight-pointed stars. There is also an overall softening effect throughout the entire image when using this filter. Control the direction of the points by rotating the filter.
The Hoya Star 8 filter is helpful when:
The specular highlights in your image need more drama
Cars, signs, and street lamps with strong specular highlights
Smaller, pointed light sources will create more of a star-like effect while larger, dimmer light sources will bloom or halate.
Converts specular highlights to Eight-pointed stars
Works best with subjects with strong specular highlights
Softens image overall
Filter Factor:  N/A
Number of Multi-Coatings: 0
Hardened Top Layer:  No
Anti-Static:   No
Frame Construction:  Standard Profile / Aluminum
Front Filter Threads:  Yes