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9 years 6 months ago #404244 by BeniMars
i had a quick browse through the forum but couldn't any-suggestions for a good brand ND filters.

i was initially looking to purchase a Variable ND Filter but if a normal ND filter will result in better picture quality for the same price then it wont be a problem. i want to hopefully only spend $100. any suggestions? 

thank you
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9 years 6 months ago #404246 by garyrhook
The search tool can take some time, yes.

B&W is regarded as a pretty good brand. Here's one that's in your price point:
www.amazon.com/77mm-3-0-1-000X-Single-Co...s=variable+ND+filter

A recent thread shows a preference for the Lee Big Stopper, but it's > $100 per filter, and you need the mounting mechanism.

I have a reasonably good Hoya variable that I'm happy with. Honestly, with many of these you're going to have some color cast at the deep end. You may have to compensate in post.

Hopefully others will chime in.
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9 years 6 months ago #404262 by effron
I have tried them all. The variables are a waste of money, screw ons are ok but the Lee system is just too easy. There is also a color cast with ALL NDs, the stronger light blocking, the more the cast.....;)
Why so serious?
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9 years 6 months ago #404278 by BeniMars
Thank you for the effort Gary, i haven't heard of B&W before so thank you ill look into that.

A little color cast isn't as big of a deal as dark cross you can get from some V ND Filter at higher stops.

Do you have that problem on your Hoya ND
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9 years 6 months ago #404282 by garyrhook

BeniMars wrote: Thank you for the effort Gary, i haven't heard of B&W before so thank you ill look into that.

A little color cast isn't as big of a deal as dark cross you can get from some V ND Filter at higher stops.

Do you have that problem on your Hoya ND


Yes, at the far end. I don't use it for really long exposures, more to get bright sunlight under control, and to photograph moving water. If I had it to do again I'd look for a better one; if I were in the market I would research that B&W to see what folks think.

But that's just me. If yo want to seriously use ND filters I think you should invest in a good one.
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9 years 6 months ago #404306 by effron

BeniMars wrote: Thank you for the effort Gary, i haven't heard of B&W before so thank you ill look into that.

A little color cast isn't as big of a deal as dark cross you can get from some V ND Filter at higher stops.

Do you have that problem on your Hoya ND


On long exposures, make sure you close, or block light from entering the viewfinder. That accounts for 90% of weird light spots and streaks when the shutter remains open for extended times....;)
Why so serious?
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9 years 6 months ago #404314 by PT Talker
I have a Promaster variable that I picked up locally for less than a hundred bucks and it's doing a decent job, although I've only had it out a few times so far. I don't see any more issues with it than any other screw-on, and it rotates smoothly, but firmly. The Lee system is great, but it's going to go way over your budget.

Promaster is available from Amazon. I understand they make a standard grade and a pro grade, so you'll want to watch for that.

- Doc
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9 years 6 months ago - 9 years 6 months ago #404333 by BeniMars
cheers guys. im going to head out to the shop and choos between  Promaster, B&W and a brand called Genus if available.
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9 years 6 months ago #404334 by BeniMars

garyrhook wrote:

BeniMars wrote: Thank you for the effort Gary, i haven't heard of B&W before so thank you ill look into that.

A little color cast isn't as big of a deal as dark cross you can get from some V ND Filter at higher stops.

Do you have that problem on your Hoya ND


Yes, at the far end. I don't use it for really long exposures, more to get bright sunlight under control, and to photograph moving water. If I had it to do again I'd look for a better one; if I were in the market I would research that B&W to see what folks think.

But that's just me. If yo want to seriously use ND filters I think you should invest in a good one.


i anticipate i wont be needing it for really long exposures either so its not ideal for me to spend too much on good filter. thanks for the info.
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