Hoya 72mm STAR-8X Star Filter – Precision Star Effect for Night Photography
The Hoya STAR-8X is a 72mm screw-on effect filter designed for camera lenses. It transforms bright point light sources into eight distinct star rays, adding a cinematic sparkle to night scenes, cityscapes, and portrait backdrops.
Creates eight-point star bursts from highlights and light sources for a polished, professional look
72mm filter thread fits lenses with a 72mm diameter — no additional adapters needed
Optical glass construction preserves overall image sharpness and colour accuracy
Unlike basic UV or protective filters, the STAR-8X actively shapes the rendering of light in the image. The eight-ray star pattern is a deliberate creative effect, not a by-product of lens flare or artefact. Hoya's optical coating maintains contrast and minimises unwanted reflections while the effect is applied.
Ideal for...
Night photographers, urban landscape shooters, and portrait photographers who want controlled, deliberate star-burst effects in their images. The filter is suited for users who already understand exposure and work with small apertures to maximise the star effect.
Application of the Hoya STAR-8X
Screw the filter directly onto a lens with a 72mm filter thread
Compose the shot with a bright light source (sun, streetlight, car headlight) in or near the frame
Use a small aperture (f/11 or smaller) to sharpen the star rays
Adjust exposure to balance the star effect with the surrounding scene
Hoya is a Japanese optical manufacturer specialising in camera filters and lens accessories. The company supplies screw-on filters, protective glass, and effect filters to photographers and videographers worldwide. Hoya products are distributed through authorised dealers and are known for consistent optical quality across their filter range.
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