The Hoya STAR-4X is a 49mm screw-on effect filter designed for photography and videography. It creates a starburst effect on point light sources, adding dramatic visual interest to night scenes, cityscapes, and backlit portraits.
Produces a 4-point starburst on bright light sources for cinematic lighting effects
49mm filter thread fits standard 49mm lens diameters — ideal for compact and mid-range lenses
Slim profile design minimises vignetting on wide-angle lenses
24-month manufacturer warranty provides long-term reliability and investment protection
What makes the Hoya STAR-4X stand out
Unlike standard UV or protection filters, the STAR-4X is a specialised creative effect filter that transforms how light is rendered in the image. The precision-engineered diffraction pattern produces consistent, well-defined star rays without compromising overall image sharpness or colour accuracy.
Ideal for
Photographers and videographers who want to add dramatic flair to night-time and low-light shots. The 4-point star pattern is particularly effective for city nightscapes, holiday lights, car headlights, and any scene with small, bright light sources that benefit from a cinematic glow.
Application of the Hoya STAR-4X
Screw the filter directly onto a 49mm lens thread
Compose your shot with a point light source in the frame — the closer the light source to the centre, the more defined the star rays
Adjust exposure to taste — slightly underexposing enhances the starburst effect
Remove the filter for standard photography when the effect is not desired
Hoya is a Japanese optical manufacturer founded in 1941, specialising in camera lenses, filters, and optical glass for photography and videography. The brand is widely recognised among professional and enthusiast photographers for consistent optical quality and durable filter construction. Hoya filters are used across a broad range of camera systems and are a standard reference in the filter market.
The Hoya STAR-4X is a 4-point starburst effect filter. It diffracts bright point light sources in the frame into four distinct rays, adding a cinematic glow to night scenes, cityscapes, and backlit subjects.
The filter fits any lens with a 49mm filter thread diameter. This is a common size for compact and mid-range lenses — check the lens barrel for the diameter marking before purchasing.
Filter type: STAR-4X starburst effect filter. Filter diameter: 49mm. Weight: 0.04 kg. Application: Effect filter for creative lighting. Material: Optical glass with diffraction coating.
The delivery includes one Hoya STAR-4X 49mm star filter. No additional accessories such as a filter pouch or cleaning cloth are specified by the manufacturer.
The filter features a slim profile to reduce vignetting. Clean the filter surface with a microfibre cloth before use. The 24-month manufacturer warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
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