ND filter set
Jul 15, 2020 08:48:43 #
I want to get into long exposure photography what is a good N D filter set without breaking the bank? Thanks Jim Bianco
Jul 15, 2020 08:53:42 #
Jim Bianco wrote:
I want to get into long exposure photography what is a good N D filter set without breaking the bank? Thanks Jim Bianco
Have you considered screw-in filters, such as a B+W 6-stop filter (ND 1.8 Filter (6-Stop))? I've stacked 4-stop and 6-stop and wasn't has happy as a single 10-stop filter.
Jul 15, 2020 09:14:38 #
SteveG
Loc: Norh Carolina
I'm considering the same thing. What about an adjustable ND filter? I've heard there's good and bad, with the bad being really nothing more than a polarizer filter, in essence.
Jul 15, 2020 09:21:04 #
at the advice of several who shoot commercially I obtained a B&W ND40 and never looked back...
might be certain you have a solid tripod to deploy it with...
might be certain you have a solid tripod to deploy it with...
Jul 15, 2020 09:24:54 #
Jul 15, 2020 09:25:56 #
SteveG wrote:
I'm considering the same thing. What about an adjustable ND filter? I've heard there's good and bad, with the bad being really nothing more than a polarizer filter, in essence.
Two polarizers in one filter assembly, rotate one to get the degree of opaqueness you want.
Sometimes you get funny side-effects from the polarizers.
Jul 15, 2020 09:56:24 #
Jul 15, 2020 10:12:11 #
SteveG wrote:
Are they good then? Is one better than the other?
Better is an individual matter of opinion for the desired use/application.
While I do appreciate the simplicity of variable ND filters,
I personally prefer fixed ND filters, I don't want any possible quirky polarizer side effects.
Jul 15, 2020 10:45:06 #
Jul 15, 2020 10:46:11 #
ecurb
Loc: Metro Chicago Area
Jim Bianco wrote:
I want to get into long exposure photography what is a good N D filter set without breaking the bank? Thanks Jim Bianco
I was going to suggest Kodak gel filters but they sell 75mm ND filters for $90.00 apiece plus you'd need a holder. Instead look for a single ND filter in six or ten stops from B+W.
Jul 16, 2020 07:41:21 #
Longshadow pointed out a very important aspect of VND filters. He pointed out the side-effect issue. I thought about getting a VND but stopped that pursuit after discussing the issue with an optical engineer with B+W.
Stacking also has some potential for issues with internal surfaces reflecting light back and forth between the two surfaces.
The other aspect people need to consider is price. This concept of "I don't want to pay a lot" in counterproductive. That filter is going to become part of the optical system in front of the camera. I'll never understand people who purchase a lens for a couple thousand dollars and then not wish to invest in a good filter.
--Bob
Stacking also has some potential for issues with internal surfaces reflecting light back and forth between the two surfaces.
The other aspect people need to consider is price. This concept of "I don't want to pay a lot" in counterproductive. That filter is going to become part of the optical system in front of the camera. I'll never understand people who purchase a lens for a couple thousand dollars and then not wish to invest in a good filter.
--Bob
Jim Bianco wrote:
I want to get into long exposure photography what is a good N D filter set without breaking the bank? Thanks Jim Bianco
Jul 16, 2020 08:39:02 #
Jul 16, 2020 08:50:33 #
mizzee
Loc: Boston,Ma
I have a 6 and a 10. One is a Hoya and the other B&W. I tried a variable ND and moisture/condensation got in between the elements the first day out. I returned it.
Jul 16, 2020 08:59:04 #
mizzee wrote:
I have a 6 and a 10. One is a Hoya and the other B&W. I tried a variable ND and moisture/condensation got in between the elements the first day out. I returned it.
Thanks
Jul 16, 2020 09:39:19 #
SteveG
Loc: Norh Carolina
I've seen YouTube videos that there appears to be a quick release type of filter, possibly magnetic? Is there something along these lines? Would make it easier to use with multiple lenses I would think?
Just Googled this and there are several. If anyone has experience with these, I'd love to hear about it!
Just Googled this and there are several. If anyone has experience with these, I'd love to hear about it!
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