⚡ QOTD: Have you used an ND filter before? What do you think about the example footage in this video? LMK! 👇 Watch other videos for tips and new products for content creators in our #NABshow series here ➡️ bit.ly/BestOfNABshow
Think Media no... I shoot on a broken smartphone... but I promise once I get the rebel sl2 you recommended... get a good lense... learn what all these words and numbers you're saying... THEN I will definitely get whichever of these you recommend for me.
Michael Grills Sean recommended the rebel sl2 as a budget camera here. I've also got the rode VideoMicro and studiopro softbox kit at his recommendation. Here is the think media on the sl2. th-cam.com/video/q1ERQ92k3mk/w-d-xo.html
Michael Grills thanks man think media has helped me a lot. I've managed to spend 0$ of my own money on my channel and we now have a proper tripod, lighting, mic and a gimbal. We are still shooting on a smartphone though.
The best video I’ve seen so far showing the value and effects of ND filters ... still need to add some to my equipment now that I’m shooting on a Canon 80D Sigma 18-35 combo.
First, this video looks super pro. Then, hearing you talk about ND filters for daylight has added more understanding to what they are used for. Especially with video. The blurry background behind you while talking is sharp (even thought it's blurry :D)
You always have great, informative videos but this one is better because it makes the complicated information you're delivering easy to understand (in a comprehensive way) for the less-than-tech-savvy viewer. Thank you for all your great work, please keep it coming!!
Google and SIRI are reading your mind! Happened to me lot of times. First I noticed that things show up on my feed when I talk about them to my wife and friends. Now it got creepier - all you need to do is think. LOL !
acgf acgf not knowing much about an ND doesn’t mean I didn’t know I needed to dark my image to drop down my aperture. Either way, this was 2 years ago lol. Most of the cameras I shoot w now have built in NDs now.
Hi Sean and team Think Media. I recently picked up an M50 with kit lens then invested in a 50mm and speed booster. As soon as I twisted the lens on I wanted to nail those lovely bokeh shots in my video projects. This video, like many others leading to this point in my journey to create content, has been really helpful. Thank you! Now to add ND and polarising filters to my ever-growing shopping list! Peace and love from across the pond! Paul
Very helpful indeed. I was always puzzled, how was I going to follow the 180 rule with my phone outside. It’s always so overexposed. Here’s the answer, thank you so much
Came to this video from the video released today in the cards about 5 best accessories. I was looking for filters to help soften my face and thought my only option was an Instagram and Snapchat filter HAHA. Thank god Think Media exists and can explain this to me
I understand and practice the 180 rule, but your illustration of the difference between following this rule utilizing an ND filter and ramping up the shutter speed to properly expose the scene, reinforces that the fact that on TH-cam videos, one cannot see a difference. Popular creative/content creator Christian Maté Grab does not use ND filters for this very reason.
As you manually adjust the brightness through the variable ND how do you actually measure the amount of light coming in so that you can be consistent with all of your outdoor shots? I mean, if I get my first shot at 6pm them second shot at 7pm, obviously its gonna be a little darker outside, how can I make sure I’m filtering the same amount of light on shot on my 7pm shoot? - hope my question makes sense... thank you!!
It should have a number on the front that tells you the filter size (like 49 or 47 ... which would be 49mm). Also, you can look it up on Amazon and they have a compatibility tool built in to make sure everything will fit.
Hi Mark I have a DJI Action 4 ; I've ready as many bad reviews as good. Among the issues are lack of sharpness and stabilization; im going to Orlando next month. Do you recommended them for an action camera? Thanks!!
Great man i was looking for this kind filter today and good i find your video, i will go to buy this filter 77mm for my nikkor 24-70mm i hope they have for dji spark as well, thanks alot for information 👍🏻👍🏻
I’m having issues with my setup. I have a Tiffen variable 2-8 stop, but when shooting in direct sunlight, at 24fps 1/50, my footage is still overexposed. Then when I twist the Nd to perfectly expose the image, cross polarizing begins to show. Is there a variable ND that would cover a higher Nd range besides the polar pro 6-9? That’s a little out of my price range. I feel like most TH-camrs have a similar ND filter (2-8) and seem to have perfectly fine exposure in direct sunlight at 24fps 1/50. Could I be doing something wrong?
Hey I’m having a hard time trying to figure out which Variable ND filter to use. I’m gonna purchase the Sony A7IV with the 28-70 mm lens. What would you recommend?
Ok one thing I’m not seeing answered in these videos are WHAT DENSITY DO I BUY?! So am I going to spend 250 dollars on a filter to find out it’s too dark or not dark enough? I do general everyday shooting outdoors, music videos in daylight, TH-cam, etc. which one is best?
I've recently started vlogging and I'm mostly using a Sigma 16mm 1.4 on my Sony a6500. I have a variable ND for it but I have no idea why, if I'm shooting on f1.4, I can't get my shots to expose properly unless the ND is fully closed which adds a weird vignette to the shot. It overall just looks awful if I'm in the sun. What gives? Do I just need a better ND filter??
This is great insight. I’m just learning about ND Filters and Polarizers. I see the value for sure. Would you recommend using this for sports filming or photography?
Hey Sean love you guys vidoes. They are always so helpful! I just got the canon m50. I haven't bought additional lenses yet. Do you recommend I get the 22m or the 11-22mm first?
⚡ QOTD: Have you used an ND filter before? What do you think about the example footage in this video? LMK! 👇 Watch other videos for tips and new products for content creators in our #NABshow series here ➡️ bit.ly/BestOfNABshow
Think Media no... I shoot on a broken smartphone... but I promise once I get the rebel sl2 you recommended... get a good lense... learn what all these words and numbers you're saying... THEN I will definitely get whichever of these you recommend for me.
@hard2hurt where is that video?
Michael Grills Sean recommended the rebel sl2 as a budget camera here. I've also got the rode VideoMicro and studiopro softbox kit at his recommendation. Here is the think media on the sl2. th-cam.com/video/q1ERQ92k3mk/w-d-xo.html
Thanks Sir! Gonna check out your Channel. I used to hobby MMA.
Michael Grills thanks man think media has helped me a lot. I've managed to spend 0$ of my own money on my channel and we now have a proper tripod, lighting, mic and a gimbal. We are still shooting on a smartphone though.
Actually the most clear and concise explanation of ND filters I’ve heard thus far.
Thanks for the feedback Austin 😎🙏💯
The fact I was looking for a video like this yesterday. This is right on time.
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The intro , the helpfullessness and the professionalism that you have provided me in a year is great!
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The best video I’ve seen so far showing the value and effects of ND filters ... still need to add some to my equipment now that I’m shooting on a Canon 80D Sigma 18-35 combo.
by far, your video regarding ND filters is the best, I mean the Absolute BEST on youtube!
First, this video looks super pro. Then, hearing you talk about ND filters for daylight has added more understanding to what they are used for. Especially with video. The blurry background behind you while talking is sharp (even thought it's blurry :D)
Just bought a T7i, I am overwhelmed on how much I have to learn.
Not too much. You mean its your first time owning and using a camera?
One year later, hows it goin??
You always have great, informative videos but this one is better because it makes the complicated information you're delivering easy to understand (in a comprehensive way) for the less-than-tech-savvy viewer. Thank you for all your great work, please keep it coming!!
This was actually super helpful. I just got some. Taking my channel to the next level
I was literally talking about this yesterday and how I need one but I know nothing about them. Perfect timing
Google and SIRI are reading your mind! Happened to me lot of times. First I noticed that things show up on my feed when I talk about them to my wife and friends. Now it got creepier - all you need to do is think. LOL !
How do you know you need them if you don't know anything about them?
acgf acgf not knowing much about an ND doesn’t mean I didn’t know I needed to dark my image to drop down my aperture. Either way, this was 2 years ago lol. Most of the cameras I shoot w now have built in NDs now.
Hi Sean and team Think Media. I recently picked up an M50 with kit lens then invested in a 50mm and speed booster. As soon as I twisted the lens on I wanted to nail those lovely bokeh shots in my video projects. This video, like many others leading to this point in my journey to create content, has been really helpful. Thank you! Now to add ND and polarising filters to my ever-growing shopping list!
Peace and love from across the pond! Paul
Almost been two years, just stumbled upon it, thank you very much ! :)
I literally was just looking up on the Internet what these filters do, so I’m so glad you uploaded this video! I definitely need to try these out
How is it possible that there is co clean sound as you standing outside?! No background noises... I’m amazed.
k8ingames the style of mic... and it’s a great mic. Sennheiser AVX - I did a video about it 👊🏼⚡️💯
Literally holding the answer in his hand;)
PLOT TWIST: He was standing in front of a green screen the whole time.
I actually didn't notice any choppy footage in this video but I've noticed it in some of my drone footage before for.
this was so effing informative - even someone like myself just getting into the world of photography and video can easily understand this
I never knew they would make such a difference!
Great explanation of ND filters thank you!
So many ND filter number to choose in market, the question is what to choose for best exposure to get cinematic video?
There all good just close your eyes and pick one
I think I can finally just come out and say it; Sean, I'm a fan!
Whenever I need to find a reference I always see your videos as a first choice! Thank you! :)
Very helpful. Thank you again Sean !
The combination nd and cpl filter sounds like a great idea. Are there times where you wouldn’t want the cpl effect? Can it be turned off?
Very helpful indeed. I was always puzzled, how was I going to follow the 180 rule with my phone outside. It’s always so overexposed. Here’s the answer, thank you so much
Combo sounds really good. I hope it's not ridiculously priced and is available at all places
Came to this video from the video released today in the cards about 5 best accessories. I was looking for filters to help soften my face and thought my only option was an Instagram and Snapchat filter HAHA. Thank god Think Media exists and can explain this to me
I just ordered my ND filter set for my mavic air after watching this video. Thanks for the info.
Thank you! I was wondering what those were.
You're welcome - happy to help!
This is great for a relative newcomer to the lenses game! I love everything you guys bring to the table! Thanks!
Another great video!
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Hey Sean, it would be amazing to see a comparison of the new gorillapods vs the olds, pricing, quality, etc. Thanks!
Very clear explanation! Thanks Sean!
Best vid ive seen on filters nice
Great One...
I already Own one... but last week i had a shoot outdoors and i forgot to use it.😆😆😆
Utsab Rocks how’d you reduce the light? Shutter speed?
cool
I love watching ur vids,kindly share filters lens for mobile phone also
As always Sean, your vids NEVER disappoint!! Thank you for this help.
Awesome info just got a k&f variable for my 16mm f1.4 sigma lens and I'm in love thanks for the lesson.
I understand and practice the 180 rule, but your illustration of the difference between following this rule utilizing an ND filter and ramping up the shutter speed to properly expose the scene, reinforces that the fact that on TH-cam videos, one cannot see a difference. Popular creative/content creator Christian Maté Grab does not use ND filters for this very reason.
THANK YOU great explaination, very clear!
These don't seem to be in stock anymore. Is there a replacement and how do these compare to the larger rectangular filter options?
Good tutorial 👍
Awesome video and amazing content. Once again, you are the master.
As you manually adjust the brightness through the variable ND how do you actually measure the amount of light coming in so that you can be consistent with all of your outdoor shots? I mean, if I get my first shot at 6pm them second shot at 7pm, obviously its gonna be a little darker outside, how can I make sure I’m filtering the same amount of light on shot on my 7pm shoot? - hope my question makes sense... thank you!!
Yikes those are pricey. I just upgraded my kit lens to a 10-18mm canon lens and need to get a uv filter. Any cheaper suggestions?
So it basically makes it so you don't have to mess with your Iso, shutter, aperture etc. making it so you can work faster right?
Great explanation! Thanks Sean
Thanks Sean this was a big help especially here in Florida
2 years late to the video but this just made me buy a filter!
Learned a lot. How do you know what size filter to buy for your lens?
It should have a number on the front that tells you the filter size (like 49 or 47 ... which would be 49mm). Also, you can look it up on Amazon and they have a compatibility tool built in to make sure everything will fit.
Thank you for the quick reply!!!
Always very interesting and useful tips :)
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Thank you so much for all the infos.
Nice video. Question, if I buy an ND 64 variable, will I be able to use variable stops, let's say go from a 6 stop to a 3 stop with the same filter?
@thinkmedia wondering the same
Nice have um build into my Sony & now know how/when to use um thanks 🤙🏽💯 📸
Hey Sean, thanks for sharing :)
Very helpful and infomative!! Great and easy to underatand!! Thanks~~
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Awesome video, very informative. Thanks!
So what if youre shooting in 120/140/180 fps for slo mo shots? Do you still want your shutter speed double the frame rate??
Yes you do
Should you get it as a beginner in video production
Hi. How would i know if im in the correct stop for variable nd filter? Do i need to turn on zebra lines and turn until the zebra line is gone?
Super helpful, thank you Sean. 😁🖖
Hi Mark I have a DJI Action 4 ; I've ready as many bad reviews as good. Among the issues are lack of sharpness and stabilization; im going to Orlando next month. Do you recommended them for an action camera? Thanks!!
I e always wondered what the filters were for. Thanks for the info!!!
Are ND filters needed for filming indoor live videos? I don't really shoot outdoors at all.
Pricelessness Sean! Thanks so much! Cheers,
Great man i was looking for this kind filter today and good i find your video, i will go to buy this filter 77mm for my nikkor 24-70mm i hope they have for dji spark as well, thanks alot for information 👍🏻👍🏻
Didn’t tell us the math: at mid-day I have to go to F22, but I want to shoot at F2-5. So what strength ND do I need to darken to that usable range?
Sean, thank you.
So should you always get the biggest and then use a step down if you need
Thank you! No vigneting on wide angle with Sigma?
I love your videos they are building my youtube studio !! Tx..
Thank you for telling us sean
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Thank you sean sir
I understood now after watching many videos 😂thanks
Great video Sean! I know I will be getting some soon for outdoor reviews. I didn’t even know they had ND and polarizer combos.
I’m having issues with my setup. I have a Tiffen variable 2-8 stop, but when shooting in direct sunlight, at 24fps 1/50, my footage is still overexposed. Then when I twist the Nd to perfectly expose the image, cross polarizing begins to show. Is there a variable ND that would cover a higher Nd range besides the polar pro 6-9? That’s a little out of my price range. I feel like most TH-camrs have a similar ND filter (2-8) and seem to have perfectly fine exposure in direct sunlight at 24fps 1/50. Could I be doing something wrong?
Is there a way to use circular ND with a lens hood? because my original stuff doesn't fit anymore.
Just bought a Canon XA-40 camcorder for documentary work. Which one of the combo filters would you recommend? thanks
Can you use a budget FD and a polariser filter at the same time?
Hey I’m having a hard time trying to figure out which Variable ND filter to use. I’m gonna purchase the Sony A7IV with the 28-70 mm lens. What would you recommend?
Ok one thing I’m not seeing answered in these videos are WHAT DENSITY DO I BUY?! So am I going to spend 250 dollars on a filter to find out it’s too dark or not dark enough? I do general everyday shooting outdoors, music videos in daylight, TH-cam, etc. which one is best?
Which one you recommend for a 50mm 1.2 lenses for videos
You even used a white shirt.. brave
nd filters are magic
needed this 1 year later
You got me at "dance moves" LOL
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I've recently started vlogging and I'm mostly using a Sigma 16mm 1.4 on my Sony a6500. I have a variable ND for it but I have no idea why, if I'm shooting on f1.4, I can't get my shots to expose properly unless the ND is fully closed which adds a weird vignette to the shot. It overall just looks awful if I'm in the sun. What gives? Do I just need a better ND filter??
U need a better filter, if it has vignetting it's not good
This is great insight. I’m just learning about ND Filters and Polarizers. I see the value for sure. Would you recommend using this for sports filming or photography?
Good day. What nd filter can i used on my m50, ef m 15-45mm lens
I love your channel.
iv filter should be called flare filter (or introducer). btw, scratching a lens with a hood is extremely hard ;)
Awesome explanation. 👍
Hey Sean love you guys vidoes. They are always so helpful! I just got the canon m50. I haven't bought additional lenses yet. Do you recommend I get the 22m or the 11-22mm first?
What brand are those ND filters you're using? I didn't hear it enough times.
Im new, I just bought a Canon M50 can I use these filters on my camera?
Yeah just make sure the size is fit yo your lense
Would be cool if something like this is available for smartphones also!
such good info here!
For the canon 15mm-45mm kit lens for the canon eos m50 what nd filter with a polarizer as a combo would be best?
Super valuable 👌🏼
i‘m using always a ND Filter vlogging in sunshine or bright light. thanks for the video Greets from Germany Frank 👍🏻🎬😊