Recommendation for Neutral Density Filters
Nov 19, 2020 05:49:31 #
Have a look at GOBE. I've just bought one and it seems to be O.K. Not had the opportunity to push it yet, but I'd be prepared to spend on another (higher density) on experience so far.
http://mygobe.com/
http://mygobe.com/
Nov 19, 2020 06:33:54 #
Nov 19, 2020 06:44:58 #
My personal choice is B+W. The important thing to keep in mind is that once a filter is attached to your lens it becomes part of the optical system. Therefore, don't make your choice based on price.
Additionally, avoid Variable Neutral Density filters. They can produce some very undesirable effects.
--Bob
Additionally, avoid Variable Neutral Density filters. They can produce some very undesirable effects.
--Bob
Minitman wrote:
I'm looking to acquire some neutral density filter... (show quote)
Nov 19, 2020 08:15:42 #
NaturePher
Loc: Happy Valley
I have been using B&W recently on time exposures on the beach with excellent results. I have expensive pro grade glass and do not want anything but prograde glass in front. Consider the intended use of the image and quality of your lens to arrive at an answer. Good shooting!!!
Nov 19, 2020 08:25:53 #
Is hot for years with the Haida Nano pro square filters and loved those. The reviews are great. I recently switched my smaller gear to Kase Wolverine magnetic filters, which are also fantastic and super quick to change.
Nov 19, 2020 08:58:03 #
Breakthrough Photography makes excellent filters. They are little pricey, but they are worth it and it is a one time expense. Their web site also has a very good buying guide as well as a free long exposure guide. Their filters are sold by them or via Adorama or B & H.
Nov 19, 2020 09:10:32 #
I also recommend Breakthrough ND filters. Of ALL the filters made Breakthrough does not introduce a color cast.
I also use Tiffen ND. It introduces a light yellow cast that I easily correct in post IF I need to.
I also use Tiffen ND. It introduces a light yellow cast that I easily correct in post IF I need to.
Nov 19, 2020 09:21:56 #
DRM
Loc: NC
I second Orphoto's suggestion re: Breakthrough Photography NDs. I have 6- and 10-stop versions. No color cast at all.
Nov 19, 2020 09:28:56 #
Minitman wrote:
I'm looking to acquire some neutral density filter... (show quote)
First, do you know what you want to do with them. I find many people have no idea what to use them for. Personally I would have more use for graduated split ones for landscapes. Solids are for longer exposures, often used to get creamy moving water. Don't buy cheap ones. Sorry, you will probably have to spend a bundle even used. High end German (Zeiss, B+W, Heliopan), or high end Hoya probably safe buys. Bad ones will give you color casts. Do learn to use PP software ASAP.
Nov 19, 2020 09:30:44 #
phil9945
Loc: British Columbia, Canada
I use B&W filters - never had a problem - but I don't really shoot color - so don't have to deal with color cast.
When I started on long-exposure stuff I found a really cool accessory from somewhere in China (I've lost the original email) - it's a filter mount - screw it on to the lens and you can add your ND filter(s) and just flip it on or off so you can focus/compose and then just flip down to add the filter - takes away the hassle of screwing in your filter and potentially disturbing focus/composition - definitely a good addition :)
cheers
Phil
When I started on long-exposure stuff I found a really cool accessory from somewhere in China (I've lost the original email) - it's a filter mount - screw it on to the lens and you can add your ND filter(s) and just flip it on or off so you can focus/compose and then just flip down to add the filter - takes away the hassle of screwing in your filter and potentially disturbing focus/composition - definitely a good addition :)
cheers
Phil
Nov 19, 2020 09:33:26 #
Nobody mentioned Lee filters? They are pricey and hard to get but, as stated, they last forever and are superior.
Nov 19, 2020 09:42:51 #
Look into Breakthrough. Ice filters and B&W have color casts. Breakthrough does not. They have a great warranty also. The Lee big stopper has a terrible blue color cast. B&W is yellow. Haida is pink. Good luck.. I use a Nd quite often.
Nov 19, 2020 11:39:49 #
Minitman wrote:
I'm looking to acquire some neutral density filter... (show quote)
Hoya or B+W are the favorites. GOBE makes decent ones in an affordable price range. Tiffen is an entry-level brand, not known for high quality or consistency. I have two GOBE filters I use mostly for outdoor filmic video recording (which normally requires 24.000 fps at the usual 180-degree shutter angle used in motion picture production — 1/48 second on my Lumix GH4). I use the ND 64 (6 stops of light reduction) in bright sun, and the ND 8 (three stops of light reduction) on cloudy days, or in shade on sunny days.
You can leverage the utility of a single set of them by getting fairly big filters and using adapter rings to step down from the filter size to the lens filter thread sizes you need. I have 58mm diameter filters that I reduce to 46mm for one of my lenses. Of course, that can present problems if you need to mount a lens shade/hood to avoid flare...
Nov 19, 2020 12:14:25 #
JFCoupe
Loc: Kent, Washington
Another alternative is Breakthrough Filters,
https://breakthrough.photography/?aff=27
There are highly rated for quality but as with some others, expensive.
https://breakthrough.photography/?aff=27
There are highly rated for quality but as with some others, expensive.
Nov 19, 2020 12:14:51 #
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