55mm ND & CPL 2 in 1 Lens Filter, ND2-ND32 (1-5 Stop) Variable Neutral Density and Polarizer for Camera Lens Nano-Dazzle Series
SKU: KF01.2402
Ive been a fan of K&F for a while now. They put out high-quality products and never disappoint. This filter is no exception. Built-in CPL with ND2-32 is great. Since it is so versatile, this filter will live on my lens for a while.
29/12/2023
"We have what would be several filters (actually more than 2) in one. And I say several because there are ND (neutral density) filters with different degrees of darkness. Here we can regulate it. And the same filter with a function of polarization.
Below I explain what each thing is for (for people who are amateurs or not initiated in photography or video).
The filter itself is well built. It's quality. It works well (I mean smoothly in all its movements and turns, without strange sensations or suspicious noises, it twists well). It weighs its own. It is well thought out.
Good presentation. Robust case to be stored carefully.
Comes with a microfiber cloth (always appreciated).
AS A NEUTRAL DENSITY FILTER: so that we understand each other, it is like putting “sunglasses” on the lens. When we want greater darkness than the lens (and the camera) can offer us. For example, let's imagine that we want to photograph a waterfall at slow speed to obtain a “cottony look” of the water. If there is a lot of light, with the camera and lens settings it will be impossible to shoot at low speed. For that, for example we use neutral density filters (also called ND). We can use them for other creative purposes to suit the consumer. But that is essentially its function.
About this neutral density filter: very curious. We adjust it to our liking (see video) and we don't need to carry different filters (of different degrees of darkness). Very good.
AS A CIRCULAR POLARIZING FILTER: circular to differentiate it from the linear polarizing filter (but it would be excessive to explain it). It essentially serves to saturate the colors by choosing where. As we rotate it (that's why it is circular) we can observe how it saturates in different areas. It is very practical to assemble it, look at the sky and rotate to observe how the color darkens and intensifies in the area we choose depending on the rotation. Very useful in photography to saturate colors (especially skies, seas, etc.) and give them color intensity.
Other use: to control (suppress) reflections. In my video you can see that depending on how I rotate it, I add or especially remove reflections. This is seen in water, for example, in glass or on reflective surfaces. I strongly encourage you to try it because it is surprising how reflections are suppressed.
About this polarizing filter: it behaves acceptably well (not optimally, perhaps it could be stronger and more homogeneous in the transitions, but it does its job). It costs a little to turn (but nothing serious).
Let's keep in mind that with the filter on we will not be able to attach the lens hood to the lens. This can be seen in the small aberrations (spots near the sun) in the images I have taken. It is not the direct fault of the filter (it is caused, in part, by not being able to put the parasol on...although looking directly at the sun, the spots will always appear...and there are even those who love those light effects).
Let's go to the summary?
Below I explain what each thing is for (for people who are amateurs or not initiated in photography or video).
The filter itself is well built. It's quality. It works well (I mean smoothly in all its movements and turns, without strange sensations or suspicious noises, it twists well). It weighs its own. It is well thought out.
Good presentation. Robust case to be stored carefully.
Comes with a microfiber cloth (always appreciated).
AS A NEUTRAL DENSITY FILTER: so that we understand each other, it is like putting “sunglasses” on the lens. When we want greater darkness than the lens (and the camera) can offer us. For example, let's imagine that we want to photograph a waterfall at slow speed to obtain a “cottony look” of the water. If there is a lot of light, with the camera and lens settings it will be impossible to shoot at low speed. For that, for example we use neutral density filters (also called ND). We can use them for other creative purposes to suit the consumer. But that is essentially its function.
About this neutral density filter: very curious. We adjust it to our liking (see video) and we don't need to carry different filters (of different degrees of darkness). Very good.
AS A CIRCULAR POLARIZING FILTER: circular to differentiate it from the linear polarizing filter (but it would be excessive to explain it). It essentially serves to saturate the colors by choosing where. As we rotate it (that's why it is circular) we can observe how it saturates in different areas. It is very practical to assemble it, look at the sky and rotate to observe how the color darkens and intensifies in the area we choose depending on the rotation. Very useful in photography to saturate colors (especially skies, seas, etc.) and give them color intensity.
Other use: to control (suppress) reflections. In my video you can see that depending on how I rotate it, I add or especially remove reflections. This is seen in water, for example, in glass or on reflective surfaces. I strongly encourage you to try it because it is surprising how reflections are suppressed.
About this polarizing filter: it behaves acceptably well (not optimally, perhaps it could be stronger and more homogeneous in the transitions, but it does its job). It costs a little to turn (but nothing serious).
Let's keep in mind that with the filter on we will not be able to attach the lens hood to the lens. This can be seen in the small aberrations (spots near the sun) in the images I have taken. It is not the direct fault of the filter (it is caused, in part, by not being able to put the parasol on...although looking directly at the sun, the spots will always appear...and there are even those who love those light effects).
Let's go to the summary?
28/12/2023
Just what I needed. 1-5 stops variable neutral density and cpl in a single filter. Good presentation and product manufactured with very good optical quality.
04/12/2023
Good quality filter. Bring lens cleaning cloth. I use it on a Sony A7C and so far it's perfect.
04/12/2023
Well made product and at an absolutely competitive price. So far no problem and good image quality.
03/12/2023
I bought this filter after reading many reviews and I am not disappointed. It is perfect and suitable for all lighting situations. Excellent investment
03/12/2023
Excellently made filter, comes with rigid packaging. High value for money. Mounted on the Sony 16-35 Gm lens :) Perfect.
01/12/2023