Which filters are better for Mavic Pro?

[Morketh]

I've watched several videos and both look good and I have came down to these 2 filters below.
I think the Polar Pros are probably better because they have polarization but is the higher price needed for that?
$51.40 sure looks a lot more appetizing! Let me know what you guys think.

Polar Pro Filters DJI Mavic Filters-Cinema Series-Vivid Collection $79.99
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MQUNS2...it-20&linkId=24fa864445a6e7fbedd3f9c8ecd9eb8c

TACO-RC Snap on ND filters set 5-pack (UV/ND4/8/16/32) for DJI Mavic $51.40
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MRT7OJ9/ref=ox_sc_act_title_4?smid=AEWXMTDKIDTV8&psc=1

 

[Robert Mitchell]

i ordered a set of both... long story. But they both are good quality filters. If you get the Tacos, be sure to specify MC series, and then confirm that they say -MC on the filter housing. If they do not, they are not. My first batch did not and had to be re-sent. This is the multi-coated glass which is well worth the extra money to keep glare and flare at a minimum.

As for the Polar pro vivid collection, unless you need polarization specifically, don't bother. It adds complexity and is only useful on specific situations.

So if you add the MC to the Tacos, and loose the Vivid on the Polars, the pricing becomes a lot closer.

 

[maxfaxdude]

I've been very happy with the Polar Pros.

 

[Morketh]

i ordered a set of both... long story. But they both are good quality filters. If you get the Tacos, be sure to specify MC series, and then confirm that they say -MC on the filter. This is the multi-coated glass which is well worth the extra money to keep glare and flare at a minimum. As for the vivid collection, unless you need polarization specifically don't bother. It adds complexity and is only useful on specific situations.

Okay so these ones then, they have a few reviews of the coating missing and 1 of them falling off during flight... hope they are better now

https://www.amazon.com/TACO-RC-Mult...D=41gyF%2BfZD-L&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

 

[Robert Mitchell]

Okay so these ones then, they have a few reviews of the coating missing and 1 of them falling off during flight... hope they are better now

https://www.amazon.com/TACO-RC-Multi-Coating-filters-5-pack-Mavic/dp/B01NAFRBFR/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1509413915&sr=1-1&keywords=taco+rc+mc+filters&dpID=41gyF%2BfZD-L&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

Yes. And I've never had one come even close to falling off in nearly a year of use.

The reason I use the Tacos over my Polars is the Tacos are a little lighter, .7g vs 1.0g for the Polars. Otherwise the Polars are top notch also.

If you want, I'll message you with the whole story.

 

[Morketh]

Yes. And I've never had one come even close to falling off in nearly a year of use.

The reason I use the Tacos over my Polars is the Tacos are a little lighter, .7g vs 1.0g for the Polars. Otherwise the Polars are top notch also.

If you want, I'll message you with the whole story.

Sure, please do. I would have thought polarization would be better to stop glare.

 

[Fplvert]

Sure, please do. I would have thought polarization would be better to stop glare.

I like the polarization of the polar pros. They help with glare and make the clouds pop on bright days. Snow and water both look better with proper orientation of a good polarizing filter.

Favorite filter is ND 6P vivid series.

 

[Robert Mitchell]

Sure, please do. I would have thought polarization would be better to stop glare.

Sent you a conversation which explains it all a little better. Good luck.

 

[Xtreme Drone Pilot]

Pretty happy with the Neewer Multi-coated 5 Pieces Filter Kit UV, CPL, ND4, ND8 and ND16 for $28 (I see that now they also have them in silver and gold finishes):

However, practice shows that ND16 is not enough on a sunny day, so just got ND32 separately:

6 filters for 40 bucks, good stuff!

 

[TroutboyNZ]

The Neewers claimed they would go through startup with them on... for me the did not!

 

[=HH=]

Taco

I've watched several videos and both look good and I have came down to these 2 filters below.
I think the Polar Pros are probably better because they have polarization but is the higher price needed for that?
$51.40 sure looks a lot more appetizing! Let me know what you guys think.

Polar Pro Filters DJI Mavic Filters-Cinema Series-Vivid Collection $79.99
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MQUNS2...it-20&linkId=24fa864445a6e7fbedd3f9c8ecd9eb8c

TACO-RC Snap on ND filters set 5-pack (UV/ND4/8/16/32) for DJI Mavic $51.40
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MRT7OJ9/ref=ox_sc_act_title_4?smid=AEWXMTDKIDTV8&psc=1

Taco are awesome I use them all the time

 

[msinger]

I've watched several videos and both look good and I have came down to these 2 filters below.
I think the Polar Pros are probably better because they have polarization but is the higher price needed for that?

I own both PolarPro and TACO-RC filters. Both are nice, but I prefer the TACO-RC filters since they are easier to remove from the camera.

You can find other PL filters here. The Freewell filters are also a nice choice if you don't mind considering other brands.

 

[stratos]

I've watched several videos and both look good and I have came down to these 2 filters below.
I think the Polar Pros are probably better because they have polarization but is the higher price needed for that?
$51.40 sure looks a lot more appetizing! Let me know what you guys think.

Polar Pro Filters DJI Mavic Filters-Cinema Series-Vivid Collection $79.99
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MQUNS2...it-20&linkId=24fa864445a6e7fbedd3f9c8ecd9eb8c

TACO-RC Snap on ND filters set 5-pack (UV/ND4/8/16/32) for DJI Mavic $51.40
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MRT7OJ9/ref=ox_sc_act_title_4?smid=AEWXMTDKIDTV8&psc=1

Taco RC are way better, get the multicoated you wont regret it

 

[Wersh]

I spent like $25 on my 3 set from DroneValley (YouTube) I like mine.

 

[msinger]

I spent like $25 on my 3 set from DroneValley (YouTube) I like mine.

FYI, those are SunnyLife filters.

 

[Johnrichardson]

Freewell 6 pack which includes ND8-PL and ND16-PL have worked really well for me.

DJI MAVIC FILTERS 6-PACK

 

[falconjeter]

I bought the set of newer filters off eBay, the add said they were new style and would allow start up without gimbal overload. They did not work. They cause the gimbal to stop during boot up and give the overload message. I sent a note to the seller and they refunded my money right away, did not want the filters back so I still have them. Also, they are the silver ones and it is almost impossible to read the print on the sides so it is hard to tell which one is what. They work fine if installed after power up.

 

[Whitwellian]

I bought a set of these in August

Found that the gimbal wouldn't go through the initialisation process with a filter on so sent them back - got the refund OK.
A few weeks later I saw the dji set of three filters

and bought a set. They're ok as far as fixing and initialising the Mavic - they're so light!!! About 0.
33 to 0.35g each.

The only downside is that the storage case is C**p - a nicely moulded foam holder that slides into a cheap cardboard box. I've tried to make the box a bit more substantial but it seems to be a loosing battle.

 

[LivinLarge]

I also got the DJI set. They work fine and are very light. Wish they included a polarizing filter.

 

[Whitwellian]

Wish they included a polarizing filter.

I fully agree there - polaroid (and better packaging) would be a fantastic improvement.