ND Filters in Fly More (ND16, 64 and 256)

[theDRONEranger]

I usually take 3 sec long exposure photos of waves, which looks pitty good even when it's taken through a drone.

Which filter?

 

[Skipper1]

I decided to preorder the PolarPro Polarized ND filters for the MA2. Ships June 15. Almost forgot, ND8, ND16 & ND32.

 

[him7403]

... but have you ever used an ND 256?

Long exposure photo for waterfalls

 

[flyhigh2]

What filters do you guys recommend for filming? and some photography? 16 and 32? and what brand do you guys recommend?

 

[MAvic_South_Oz]

What filters do you guys recommend for filming? and some photography? 16 and 32? and what brand do you guys recommend?

For video mostly, to get shutter double frame rate (shooting FPS 24, aim for 1/50k shutter, 30 / 60 etc).
So for video, whatever is needed for that purpose in various light, with various backgrounds (bright sand / snow, or regular daylight, near sunrise / sunset, etc).

For photos, whatever you need for motion blur of water, car lights etc.

You don't say what drone you have (we are in the MA2 section), but in general Polar Pro are the leaders here, costly.
You probably won't pick the difference with brands like Pgytech, Neewer, Freewell.

Usually a set like HD4, 8, 16, 32, maybe a 64 will do most for filming, if you want really slow shutter for photos you need to go higher in some cases.
Depends on what your drones settings are capable of.

 

[Rishwanth ATN]

Which filter?

I use filter by Pgytech....
The Nd value depends on the subject i shoot but i usually maintain 1/5 sutter speed(it depends).
Most used Nd is 128,256 for LE photos and 32 for videos.

 

[RonanCork]

Hey Guys,

I see with the Flymore it looks to come with ND filters of: ND16/64/256

I live in Ireland where we don't get much sunshine (but as I type this it's sunny!), often outside of summer time it can be grey and overcast. I've (with my old MA, sold and waiting on MA2 to arrive in a few weeks) only used an ND4 and ND8.

I know certain circumstances warrant using specific ND filters - but I would have like an ND 4/8/16/32.

Anyone know a good place online to buy ND 4/8/16/32 and which brand would be the best ?

Thanks Ro

 

[Skipper1]

I have pre ordered these, they’ll be available June 15. Might go over to their website and look around.

Vivid Collection - Cinema Series | Mavic Air 2

Adding a polarizer to your camera can completely change its capabilities by removing reflections, cutting glare, and increasing color saturation. We applied polarization to our industry-leading ND filters to produce an ND/PL in a single glass element. These filters feature a lightweight...

www.polarprofilters.com

 

[RonanCork]

I have pre ordered these, they’ll be available June 15. Might go over to their website and look around.

Vivid Collection - Cinema Series | Mavic Air 2

Adding a polarizer to your camera can completely change its capabilities by removing reflections, cutting glare, and increasing color saturation. We applied polarization to our industry-leading ND filters to produce an ND/PL in a single glass element. These filters feature a lightweight...

www.polarprofilters.com

Nice one - thanks
Ro

 

[Pappy]

If you want to go the variable ND filter route, Moment has a 2-5 stop one. And at $24 a less costly alternative as well.

Mavic Air 2 Variable ND | Mavic Air 2 Variable ND - 2-5 Stop

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[TerryToast]

After doing some more research, I discovered how much ND filters vignet your footage, even the expensive filters. See pic and full article.

So I’m going to pass on the ND Filters, keep my colors undamaged and introduce motion blur (when needed) in post.

 

[macfawlty]

For video, I typically use an ND64 on a sunny day. I use the 64 more than any other, followed by the 32. I couldn’t set the shutter to 1/50 otherwise.

 

[Nostris]

I guess the 256 would be for sunny days in snow conditions. That’s the only time I can think you’d want one that dark

 

[dawgpilot]

I guess the 256 would be for sunny days in snow conditions. That’s the only time I can think you’d want one that dark

Also useful for long exposures of flowing water.

 

[flyhigh2]

I decided to preorder the PolarPro Polarized ND filters for the MA2. Ships June 15. Almost forgot, ND8, ND16 & ND32.

Why didnt you go for the variable one?

 

[RonanCork]

Hey Guys,

What do people think of these Variable ND filters from Polar Pro coming out in June ? Looks good.

VND Filter - Cinema Series | Mavic Air 2

We took our most popular filter and precisely engineered it for the Mavic Air 2. This VND features 2-5 or 6-9 stops of precise light control, ideal for afternoon or golden hour flights. Reduce your shutter speed by utilizing the laser-etched stop indicators without the hassle of needing to swap...

www.polarprofilters.com

Thanks Ro