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Great ND filter for iPhones
This ND filter was developed specifically for the iPhone. This should be taken into account, otherwise the verdict will probably not be so favorable. The special thing about it is that this ND filter with its filter ring completely encloses the camera module of the newer iPhones. The actual filter then lies directly on the lenses and sits really well.
Unfortunately, this doesn't work with a cell phone case that has a camera protector. Then the camera module becomes too big and the filter no longer fits over it.
The whole thing is held in place with a fairly tight clamp, which of course then covers part of the display. But in my opinion that's not particularly important.
The filter can be adjusted from filter strength ND2 to ND400 by simply turning it. The whole thing is done with a quarter turn, so all levels are pretty close together, so you should turn slowly. There is a 10-level division on the ring, but it can still be adjusted continuously. The filter does not always have the same effect on all three lenses. With the ultra-wide angle of the iPhone 14pro, for example, you can get the filter ring in the picture with some settings. In some settings you notice a slightly stronger vignetting. You have to try it out a bit, but you can get the hang of it quickly.
Who needs something like that? Certainly no one who doesn't know straight away what an ND filter does. The product is aimed more at photographers who want to get even more out of the iPhone and, especially in bright light, still want to use long shutter speeds. To do this, you would have to delve a little deeper into the subject. There are numerous, very good YouTube videos on the subject...
I think it's really great that the filter holder or clamp with a 52mm thread can also accommodate other filters. A polarizing filter or graduated filter would be exciting here for different effects.
In any case, I am very happy with this ND filter, even if I probably won't use it that often. I tend to take the photos or videos that can be produced with it with a system camera. But if you're travelling light or want to experiment with iPhone photography, this is the right choice. The price is unbeatable for this great quality.
Unfortunately, this doesn't work with a cell phone case that has a camera protector. Then the camera module becomes too big and the filter no longer fits over it.
The whole thing is held in place with a fairly tight clamp, which of course then covers part of the display. But in my opinion that's not particularly important.
The filter can be adjusted from filter strength ND2 to ND400 by simply turning it. The whole thing is done with a quarter turn, so all levels are pretty close together, so you should turn slowly. There is a 10-level division on the ring, but it can still be adjusted continuously. The filter does not always have the same effect on all three lenses. With the ultra-wide angle of the iPhone 14pro, for example, you can get the filter ring in the picture with some settings. In some settings you notice a slightly stronger vignetting. You have to try it out a bit, but you can get the hang of it quickly.
Who needs something like that? Certainly no one who doesn't know straight away what an ND filter does. The product is aimed more at photographers who want to get even more out of the iPhone and, especially in bright light, still want to use long shutter speeds. To do this, you would have to delve a little deeper into the subject. There are numerous, very good YouTube videos on the subject...
I think it's really great that the filter holder or clamp with a 52mm thread can also accommodate other filters. A polarizing filter or graduated filter would be exciting here for different effects.
In any case, I am very happy with this ND filter, even if I probably won't use it that often. I tend to take the photos or videos that can be produced with it with a system camera. But if you're travelling light or want to experiment with iPhone photography, this is the right choice. The price is unbeatable for this great quality.
2024/10/10