I am a photographer and I love adding accessories to my kit. One piece of the ‘kit’ that has been elusive to me is functional, easy-to-use lens filters. I have a great set of variable ND filters, but the one thing I keep struggling with is getting them lined up exactly right in order to screw them into the lens. K&F Concept, a surprising, budget-friendly accessory manufacturer has a really cool set of magnetic lens filters. The set comes with a soft-sided, waterproof carrying case, adapter ring, MCUV filter, CPL filter, and ND1000 filter. The idea behind this set is that you screw on one adapter, leave it on the lens, and then pop the filters on and off as you need them. You don't waste any time while shooting trying to get the filters lined up just right. I think this is a great filter system. The filters are well-made and high-quality.
15/10/2023
Great product & well packaged.
Easy to use and less fiddly than trying to screw filters in with the lens hood in place - especially the ND filter after pre-focussing and framing the image.
Easy to use and less fiddly than trying to screw filters in with the lens hood in place - especially the ND filter after pre-focussing and framing the image.
15/10/2023
These are so easy to use and the quality is fantastic - both the build quality and the picture quality. I can't see any colour cast whatsoever from both the CPL & ND filter. I think you would really need to pixel peep to see any sharpness difference, and even then I'm not sure there is.
Being able to attach the filters to both the UV filter and filter ring is really clever - I keep the UV on my 24-70 F4 and the filter thread ring on 16-35 F4 so it makes it even faster to clip on the filters no matter what lens I use.
Since the ND isn't variable, there's no dark X. And no vignetting at 16mm, unlike when I use my square filter set.
The downsides that I see at the moment:
- You can't replace the filter thread on its own, so if you break or lose it, you have to buy a new set. I contacted support but was asked to pay $16 for delivery of a new thread....
- The range of NDs isn't as big as a square filter system (yet) and again I'm not sure if you can buy them as singles or whether it's just part of these kits
Being able to attach the filters to both the UV filter and filter ring is really clever - I keep the UV on my 24-70 F4 and the filter thread ring on 16-35 F4 so it makes it even faster to clip on the filters no matter what lens I use.
Since the ND isn't variable, there's no dark X. And no vignetting at 16mm, unlike when I use my square filter set.
The downsides that I see at the moment:
- You can't replace the filter thread on its own, so if you break or lose it, you have to buy a new set. I contacted support but was asked to pay $16 for delivery of a new thread....
- The range of NDs isn't as big as a square filter system (yet) and again I'm not sure if you can buy them as singles or whether it's just part of these kits
15/10/2023
A great design concept which works really very well. The filters feel and look well made and the magnetic fixing fits firmly. The carry pouch is nicely made too which allows for easy access when on location. This is an awesome starter filter pack for a reasonable price.
14/10/2023
I have loved that they are magnetic, because it is much faster to change one for another or remove them without having to screw them. I constantly wear the UV to protect the lens and when I want to subtract a couple of steps of light or there is water, I leave the CPL fixed. They have good quality and a reasonable price. I have tried the variables and there is no color ; much better these, and I forget about the vignetting. The ND 1000 is very correct also for long exposure. I miss that the magnetic metal cover does not come in the kit, in the end I bought a loose ND 64 filter, to be able to have it and I love the speed to have the camera ready.
13/10/2023
I like how they are easy to use and saves me time and frustration from having to switch lenses.
I do wish that I could use my K&F 150x100 square filter holder with this kit.
It’s unfortunate that K&F did not create this kit with the thought of using it with the square filter kit though.
I do use a UV and CPL circular filter with my square filter system at times and not to be able to connect my K&F 82mm filter holder ring with this is a bummer.
I’m surprised it doesn’t work with it or that it’s not able to screw onto the magnet filters in this kit.
K&F please fix that in the future.
I do wish that I could use my K&F 150x100 square filter holder with this kit.
It’s unfortunate that K&F did not create this kit with the thought of using it with the square filter kit though.
I do use a UV and CPL circular filter with my square filter system at times and not to be able to connect my K&F 82mm filter holder ring with this is a bummer.
I’m surprised it doesn’t work with it or that it’s not able to screw onto the magnet filters in this kit.
K&F please fix that in the future.
13/10/2023
I had been wanting to try a magnetic filter system for a while so I'm glad I got my hands on these. All the magnets work well and it's easy to screw on the adapter onto your lens. I personally only really use the ND filter, but the other 2 filters could stack on no problem and without any degrading in image quality or color.
I was able to look closely at high resolution RAW files of photos I took using the ND filter and they looked extremely clean. The little carrying case is a nice touch as well.
One suggestion is maybe adding a 6 stop ND filter to the set. There were a couple times where the 10 stop was just a little too much light blocking for me.
I would definitely recommend this to most photographers as a great and easy all around filter system
I was able to look closely at high resolution RAW files of photos I took using the ND filter and they looked extremely clean. The little carrying case is a nice touch as well.
One suggestion is maybe adding a 6 stop ND filter to the set. There were a couple times where the 10 stop was just a little too much light blocking for me.
I would definitely recommend this to most photographers as a great and easy all around filter system
10/10/2023
In addition to square filters, I also bought the low-cost magnetic filter holder set. I can only say top. However, I lack the possibility of obtaining ND 8 and ND 64 (magnetic) because only ND 1000 and polarization filters are available. A second glass-filled filter holder is included, which is super durable with adapter ring for a second lens size and yet! fits into the super handy case. For the time being, this low-priced set with magnetic holder is enough for me; for further demands, I will probably switch to another manufacturer's “large” filter holder system (about 400 euros with three ND filters). Which photographer doesn't know this “want to have?” In short: Riko Best's contribution to YT convinced me. Would I recommend it? Yes, anyone who wants to work with grey filters now and then. LG
10/10/2023
Typical of my experience with K&F products, these are excellent filters. They are every bit as good as a couple of other, higher priced, popular and similar products. No color casts, well manufactured, and simply work as described. Save your money and buy these over the more hyped brand names.
07/10/2023
This is a more than successful set that is worth every euro, not only for newcomers to the subject. Ambitious users will also find a good alternative to the filters of the established brands.
It really remains to hope that K&F brings more of these magnetic filters on the market, because I would like to have another ND8 and ND64.
Therefore, I can, with a clear conscience, give a very clear buy recommendation.
It really remains to hope that K&F brings more of these magnetic filters on the market, because I would like to have another ND8 and ND64.
Therefore, I can, with a clear conscience, give a very clear buy recommendation.
06/10/2023