How to figure out which ND filters you need

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[CLesley]

This was legitimately the best explanation of how ND filters work. I feel like most channels that discuss this topic only ever go so far as to say something along the lines of “bro, you need an ND filter” without touching on the nuances that can separate which one to get... as well as the situations in which they would be applied.

[biancaduque]

I have been looking for someone to explain this as eloquently and easy to understand as you did. Thank you very much.

[natevirtual]

and THAT'S how you do a walkthrough video. adjusting the f stops and putting the filter while recording. Epic.

[logigustafsson]

Sir,
Your educational skills are impressive! And having seen hundreds of videos of filming /photo tips here on YouTube, this is the first time I've had the feeling of suddenly having a 3D screen on my phone watching your video.
Thanks! Crisp and clear 👌🏻

[crazyasianskills]

This was the best explainer I've seen for ND Filters. Great job Griffin!

[Sky-wakka]

Thank you! Been trying to figure out what Nd filter I’ll need! This helps a lot, very good simple explanation

[BrutusFly]

Griffin, you have produced the best evidence and clear conclusions regarding the useful strengths of ND for large sensor video. Thanks for helping save people from needlessly buying useless ND filters and repeating experiments that you've already settled.

[theviewfinder]

I've wondered if there is a slightly different way to figure out what ND filter to use:
1. Set your camera to manual mode
2. Enter your desired settings
3. Your light meter telling you how far you are over exposed is the filter to use.
If it says your exposure is 6 stops over exposed, then use a 6 stop filter.

[IslandFilmMaker]

Well done Griffin! Best understanding and explanation of how an ND Filter works I've watched!! You helped take the guesswork and made it easy math. Nice to see you startup Indy Mogul again.


Thx 🍻

[olgadubrovina]

Great video and tutorial. I just started my photography course and this helped a lot :) keep it up. Looking forward to dive in into other video's of yours!

[fidelpena]

Griffin, thank you for such a concise, informative and visually pleasing tutorial on ND Filters - I hit subscribe about two minutes in!

[shqipdonsalijaj]

The explanation is so clear, thank you

[DanielleSamoneJohnson]

I can't thank you enough! Your video is succinct and abundantly informative. So far NO ONE has met that bar! I have burned through far too much time to arrive at an abysmally persistent lack of clarity. SUBSCRIBED! 😆

[SouthpawAutoworks]

Griffin, great video! I have been using ND filters for about a year. I originally bought a really cheap 3-pack online...didn't want to spend too much $ on something that I might not use very often. Ironically enough, I use them all of the time. I'm so glad I found this video. What a great explanation/education. I'll be upgrading to the Hoya filter you recommend.
Thank you for the testing/results, and recommendation.

[aaronjacquelinesandford]

This video was so well produced and extremely useful.

[TheJarChannel]

Amazing video as usual, keep it up griffin!

[sxtn]

Hey! Found your channel quite by accident an was so impressed with the ease of your explanations, accompanied by visual demos, that I'm subscribing right off! Thanks for the great work! Looking forward to learning more!

[DREZZYFILMS]

i been having trouble with f stops and i came across your video. this was really helpful . thank you.

[cianesc]

So glad I've found this tutorial, great help!

[paulosalazar]

This is the best explained video I have found on the subject. Thank you for sharing!