Bought it specifically for winter holidays to take a pictures in very bright conditions. where there is loads of snow and sun. I was able to increase aperture significantly and reduce shutter speed in order to receive more picture details and it has given good picture quality. It`s quite dark filter and perfect for very bright conditions.
05/04/2022
I've bought and been disappointed with variable ND filters countless times. The problem is when on the upper end of the ND setting you get a very visible X on your footage ( not good ).
I expected the same from these - but NO!
I've used them with a variety of lenses from 12mm all the way up to 150mm and not once have I had an issue, neither have I experienced any colour cast issues.
I would prefer the filters to have an audible click when moving from one ND setting to the next, but saying that I have found the movement to be fuild with a well-built feel to the product.
I was going to buy one for each of my different lens sizes ( which would have cost me a lot ), instead I bought a set of step-down adaptors and just bought the biggest size. For the cost of one I now have a well made variable ND filter for all my lenses - I'm very happy!
I expected the same from these - but NO!
I've used them with a variety of lenses from 12mm all the way up to 150mm and not once have I had an issue, neither have I experienced any colour cast issues.
I would prefer the filters to have an audible click when moving from one ND setting to the next, but saying that I have found the movement to be fuild with a well-built feel to the product.
I was going to buy one for each of my different lens sizes ( which would have cost me a lot ), instead I bought a set of step-down adaptors and just bought the biggest size. For the cost of one I now have a well made variable ND filter for all my lenses - I'm very happy!
04/04/2022
Brilliant variable filters ... I used on my Canon 5DMk4 to take video and these filters gave me the proper exposure / frame rate everytime ... I wouldn't hesitate to purchase more for future lenses of different diameter.
04/04/2022
I knew as soon as I opened the envelope I had bought a quality item. Inside the gorgeous black outer box is a round acrylic container which flips open at the press of a button. The Filter rests on its foam bed. It looks like quality, it feels like quality.
Anyone that shoots video using a DSLR knows about camera settings and the limitations this creates in brightly lit environments. This can become a bigger problem if, like me, you like to shoot with the aperture wide open on a fast lens. It was almost impossible to do outside scenes on brighter days. To say I’m very pleased is an understatement.
Pros:
High quality, no dreaded X or aberrations and it only cost £36. I expected a lens of this quality to cost much much more.
Cons:
To be honest, there aren’t any. No, I can’t put the lens cap on when the filter is in place, but it’s no big deal to unscrew it and place it back in its case.
I am just an amateur film maker so my word counts for nought among photographers. From a film maker’s point of view, however, this is a great bit of kit to have in your bag and for the money, you can’t go wrong.
Anyone that shoots video using a DSLR knows about camera settings and the limitations this creates in brightly lit environments. This can become a bigger problem if, like me, you like to shoot with the aperture wide open on a fast lens. It was almost impossible to do outside scenes on brighter days. To say I’m very pleased is an understatement.
Pros:
High quality, no dreaded X or aberrations and it only cost £36. I expected a lens of this quality to cost much much more.
Cons:
To be honest, there aren’t any. No, I can’t put the lens cap on when the filter is in place, but it’s no big deal to unscrew it and place it back in its case.
I am just an amateur film maker so my word counts for nought among photographers. From a film maker’s point of view, however, this is a great bit of kit to have in your bag and for the money, you can’t go wrong.
03/04/2022
A great quality, and great priced variable ND filter!
There is no cross effect on my images that I can, or have seen.
Great bit of kit, now a staple in my bag.
Do NOT over tighten this, as the metal frame of the filter can become stuck on other filters in your stack and will be very difficult to remove.
There is no cross effect on my images that I can, or have seen.
Great bit of kit, now a staple in my bag.
Do NOT over tighten this, as the metal frame of the filter can become stuck on other filters in your stack and will be very difficult to remove.
03/04/2022
If I didn't know the price of this filter, I would have said very expensive. The coatings are very effective. I also like the copper colour ring around the edge of the filter.
02/04/2022
I’m new to using neutral density filters but finding the more I’m using my camera the more I’m experimenting with different features. I didn’t know what strength I needed so this gives me the option to change density without having multiple filters, feels solid and the picture quality is as if I’ve taken straight through the camera lens, crystal clear, packaged well and seems a really good product. Can’t wait to experiment more with it.
01/04/2022
Recently started to get in to hobby photography. Seen a you tube video about different filters. I loved the idea of the variable filter. You change just with a turn. When I looked it up, first thought was wow it is a bit pricey.. but it does give you several filter in one and it makes an amazing difference. Tried it out on the weekend. It was grey and horrible weather but with this filter look at my picture, makes the clouds, and the whole scene look vibrant and beautiful. I’m sold on it!
31/03/2022
Great for video when you don't want to close down your aperture when your goal is to stay within your desired frame rate (shutter angle).
It's a well made product at an affordable price point and feels like a premium item.
The bottom line: if you're thinking about this vs the more expensive alternatives, you won't be left short with this.
It's a well made product at an affordable price point and feels like a premium item.
The bottom line: if you're thinking about this vs the more expensive alternatives, you won't be left short with this.
31/03/2022
I've been using this product for ICM photography where I need to slow down the shutter speed to get the effect I want and it has worked perfectly. For this purpose I would heartily recco9mend it
30/03/2022