It comes down to quality (PolarPro) vs convenience (Freewell) and cost.Hello,
do you have these two filters? Any experiences and why to choice one or the other?
Yes- unfortunately I started out my Mavic 2 Pro career with variable Freewell filters but I did not know that I would get a big dark spot on my video images. You can only film in one direction. Best to use for still shots. I subsequently went to Polar Pro 8-16-32 ND and mostly just leave there 16 on the drone since I live in Miami where it is bright and sunny most of the time.Hello,
do you have these two filters? Any experiences and why to choice one or the other?
That’s a good way to put it.variable density are not ND filters. those are 2 polarizers misaligned to block some light - and as they are polarizers the effect will shift depending upon the angle toward the sun. a nasty effect.
hYes- unfortunately I started out my Mavic 2 Pro career with variable Freewell filters but I did not know that I would get a big dark spot on my video images. You can only film in one direction. Best to use for still shots. I subsequently went to Polar Pro 8-16-32 ND and mostly just leave there 16 on the drone since I live in Miami where it is bright and sunny most of the time.
hey neighbor! Just started my drone journey and I'll be getting one very soon. I've been doing research on the ND/PL filters and I was wondering what would be the most appropriate filters to be using here in Miami. I'm thinking 16/32/64 ND/PL during the daytime, then 4/8 ND/PL during nighttime (For the Miami City Street Lights & Buildings). Does that sound right ?Yes- unfortunately I started out my Mavic 2 Pro career with variable Freewell filters but I did not know that I would get a big dark spot on my video images. You can only film in one direction. Best to use for still shots. I subsequently went to Polar Pro 8-16-32 ND and mostly just leave there 16 on the drone since I live in Miami where it is bright and sunny most of the time.
In the bright AZ deserts 4, 16, and occasionally 32 are useful. Remember that polarized filters will alter images depending on orientation to the sun. At night on the rare occasion when I use a filter it’s a non polarized 4.h
hey neighbor! Just started my drone journey and I'll be getting one very soon. I've been doing research on the ND/PL filters and I was wondering what would be the most appropriate filters to be using here in Miami. I'm thinking 16/32/64 ND/PL during the daytime, then 4/8 ND/PL during nighttime (For the Miami City Street Lights & Buildings). Does that sound right ?
I see, so during the night use a lower number'd lens, and during the day based off brightness go higher. What I wonder is if I do shots at the beach while the sun is out here in Miami should I usually be using 32/64. I know it depends, but I'm tryna make sure I get the purchase right. My budget at the moment is to get 3 lenses through polar pro filters.In the bright AZ deserts 4, 16, and occasionally 32 are useful. Remember that polarized filters will alter images depending on orientation to the sun. At night on the rare occasion when I use a filter it’s a non polarized 4.
Some is experimentation. In the day you wast to adjust Fstop to 4-5.5 range. I use PP also for many things. Often I use variable ND filter... Freewell.I see, so during the night use a lower number'd lens, and during the day based off brightness go higher. What I wonder is if I do shots at the beach while the sun is out here in Miami should I usually be using 32/64. I know it depends, but I'm tryna make sure I get the purchase right. My budget at the moment is to get 3 lenses through polar pro filters.
Guess I am a slow learner but I have just been leaving my Polar Pro ND 16 filter on most of the daylight hours for video since mostly I am shooting in the sun. I rarely shoot in heavy weather like rain. ND 16 seems like the best compromise for me. Lower numbers (ND 4-8) usually not enough for me. I will switch filter to polarizer for still shots but mostly shooting video.In the bright AZ deserts 4, 16, and occasionally 32 are useful. Remember that polarized filters will alter images depending on orientation to the sun. At night on the rare occasion when I use a filter it’s a non polarized 4.
Good choice. We all go through this craziness!I finally bought 6 packs PolarPro cinema for 85€
craziness because of deciding between Polar Pro's monster and confusing selections, Freewell too, polarized, non-polarized, etc.Why craziness?
You have it right @Dale D during a sunny day you shouldn't need to change filters. Its sun up or sun down that you typically need the lower ND filters. I happen to think the best light is when you need an ND 16 and and a wide aperture. Even on cloudy days I find that in reality it doesn't change which filter you need as much as you'd think. If it gets really dark out its probably time to book it back inside.Guess I am a slow learner but I have just been leaving my Polar Pro ND 16 filter on most of the daylight hours for video since mostly I am shooting in the sun. I rarely shoot in heavy weather like rain. ND 16 seems like the best compromise for me. Lower numbers (ND 4-8) usually not enough for me. I will switch filter to polarizer for still shots but mostly shooting video.