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Cavision 4 x 4" Neutral Density (ND) 1.5 Filter
- Price: $63.95
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- B&H # CAND1.544
- Mfr# FTG4X4ND1.5
Product Highlights
- Allows Use of Fast Film in Bright Light
- Controls Depth of Field
- Allows Some Special Effects
- Heavy Duty Glass
The Cavision 4 x 4" Neutral Density (ND) 1.5 Filter has several uses and offers the possibility to achieve otherwise unachievable results. It enables the shooter to adjust exposure without affecting color balance. ND filters appear gray and reduce the amount of light reaching the film.
Determining which neutral density filter yields ideal results for any given lighting situation takes knowledge, experience and a collection of such filters. Speaking generally, the 2-stop value (ND 0.6) effectively compensates average situations.
Cavision is a Canadian company specializing in quality filters for film, broadcast and video productions. They also produce a variety of equipment including 3 x 3" and 4 x 4" matte boxes, boom poles and wide angle attachments for TV cameras.
Neutral Density Filters Have Four Main Uses
- To enable slow shutter speeds to be used, especially with high speed films, to record movement in subjects such as waterfalls, clouds, or cars
- To decrease depth of field by allowing wider apertures to be used, which helps separate subjects from their background
- To decrease the effective ISO of high speed film (above ISO 400) and allow it to be used outdoors in bright situation
- To allow cine and video cameras (which have fixed shutter speeds) to film subjects such as snow, sand or other bright scenes which could cause overexposure
Neutral Density Factors
- ND.3 (exposure adjustment = 1 stop, reduces ISO to 1/2)
- ND.6 (exposure adjustment = 2 stops, reduces ISO to 1/4)
- ND.9 (exposure adjustment = 3 stops, reduces ISO to 1/8)
- ND1.2 (exposure adjustment = 4 stops, reduces ISO to 1/16)
- ND1.5 (exposure adjustment = 5 stops, reduces ISO to 1/32)
| Type | Neutral Density Filter |
| Size | 4 x 4" (100 x 100mm, 4mm thick) |
| Grade | 1.5 (5-stops) |
| Filter Factor | Reduces ISO to 1/32 |
| Multi-Coated | No |
| Rotating | No |
| Effect |
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| Application | Nature, Travel, Outdoor photography |
| Color Temperature | Not Applicable |
| Construction | Glass |
| Front Filter Thread Size | Not Applicable |
| Front Lens Cap Size | Not Applicable |
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100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Strong construction (4)
- Clear optics (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Image manipulation (3)
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Pros
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Cavision 4 x 4" Neutral Density (ND) 1.5 Filter:
I have a whole set of Cavision ND's, mostly because I couldn't justify spending over 2x for better name brands. I use them with a DSLR and vintage Nikon lens, and don't notice any degradation in image when I'm using them, even when I stack them. Perhaps the nasty compression of DSLR hides any imperfections. The only thing is, they allow a lot of IR pollution. I've ordered their hot mirror to try and alleviate this, but I haven't got that yet.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Cavision 4 x 4" Neutral Density (ND) 1.5 Filter:
Nice and fairly neutral color. Nicely made and good optical quality. Better than plastic ones.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Easy To Use
- Firm Mount
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Filter Protection
- Image Manipulation
Comments about Cavision 4 x 4" Neutral Density (ND) 1.5 Filter:
I own the Cavision .3,.6,.9,1.5 and CPL and they are all great for the cost.
There is a slight amount of softening in the image when compared to a Tiffen, but great for budget/indie shoots, especially in the HD world.
Pros
- Clear Optics
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- DSLRs with primes
Comments about Cavision 4 x 4" Neutral Density (ND) 1.5 Filter:
- It's a great filter without any color shift when compared to shutter speed matched footage on my DSLR.
- The glass is solid and doesn't feel cheap.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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