ditzlerphoto Posted at 2015-6-23 06:29
Sorry It doesn't look like the PM function is working.

I listed 10 on eBay.

I ordered a set from you this morning. Can't wait to try them out!

vincent.zorzi Posted at 2015-6-24 21:20
So... what do you think about my lens-hood? It does not interest you?

Thanks for reaching out and mentioning your idea. It looks like you said the hood touches the ground when you power it on and the gimbal calibrates. That would concern me. I am not at my computer but I want to cut out your hood and try it out and see if I can integrate that design too.

I am traveling today but I hope to try it this week. Thanks.

ditzlerphoto Posted at 2015-6-23 08:01
For those of you that want to be a beta tester you can get a complete set (1 ring + 3 filters) FOR  ...

Thanks for all the beta testers. Most already shipped but the rest will ship tomorrow.

Also thanks for the eBay orders too!

Cheers
-david.

vincent.zorzi Posted at 2015-6-23 15:53
@ditzlerphoto

Hi,

Vincent,

How do you attach your card lens-hood to the camera? With tape?

Regards
Tiago Matias

@ditzlerphoto yes, the bad side of my idea is the hood touches the ground when you power it on and the gimbal calibrates. Only one solution in my opinion : to add 3D printed feet. No ?

@TiagoMatias It is adjusted to remain fixed. No need fixing.

Jerdel Posted at 2015-4-11 19:04
And, Im sorry, Im such a noob, what is jello?

Take a peek at:

www.phantomsfilters.com

I have no fiduciary interest in this site - but a good produce - I bought a set - and a lot of good information - particularly for the neophyte. Lots of good answers about ND filters, jello, shutter speed, etc.

ditzlerphoto Posted at 2015-6-25 03:45
Thanks for all the beta testers. Most already shipped but the rest will ship tomorrow.

Also than ...

Did anyone interested in beta testing get their filters yet?

thanks
-david

FantomDK Posted at 2015-6-21 08:44
My solution is a cheaper solution - and is very light weight. Does not unbalance the camera that may ...

Thanks! I received filters! As soon as I receive the P3, at once I will check.

Thx!

ilya-art@mail.r Posted at 2015-6-27 07:18
Thanks! I received filters!  As soon as I receive the P3, at once I will check.

Thx!

A comparison between no filter & exp 1/800 sec (top) and ND16 & exp 1/50 sec by PhantomFilter (scroll down):

http://forum.dji.com/thread-22430-1-1.html

No appreciable difference of colors and sharpness in the orginal 1080p movie: it works really well. Thanks PhantomDK!

Jerdel Posted at 2015-4-11 05:52
What is this ND filter and what are the benefits?

ND is like sunglasses.
You want to be able to have a constat shutterspeed arround 1/50sec.
and with a constant aperture of 2.8 this is impossible in daylight.

I guess you need to know a bit about cameras to understand the implications.

Jerdel Posted at 2015-4-11 05:52
What is this ND filter and what are the benefits?

I wrote something on my website about it
I also suggest you check out the Tips and Tricks I wrote. No need to do it all - but it might be an inspiration.

ditzlerphoto Posted at 2015-6-23 03:53
I am working on another solution with a 3D printed cap to hold ND gels on the existing camera. You d ...

I wouldn't midt being a beta tester.
I am a professional  photographer so I know how to test the ND´s

020667@gmail.co Posted at 2015-6-28 19:41
I wouldn't midt being a beta tester.
I am a professional  photographer so I know how to test the N ...

Thank you fro your interest but I am done with the beta testing.

Over 30 people already have them or they are on their way and I have shipped to 9 countries so far.

If you want you can purchase them on eBay.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/2X-DJI-P ... eded-/271913082667?

thank you
-david

ditzlerphoto Posted at 2015-6-29 23:39
Thank you fro your interest but I am done with the beta testing.

Over 30 people already have the ...

I now offer International Shipping and It includes a tracking number and customs form printed on the envelope.  

http://www.ebay.com/itm/271930294680

Let me know if you have any problems. I've mailed out over 100 of these kits to over 20 countries. Thank you for your support!

thanks
-david

This is a short little video I made yesterday to show you how to use my neutral density filters I designed for the Phantom 3. It is rough draft but it might help some people that are new to this.

This shows you how to install the filters and how to switch to manual contol in the DJI Pilot app and also what filter to use and how to make sure you are using the right one.


Triple pack with the metal tin to hold them in, as shown in the video is now available.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/271930297304

Double pack - 2 rings, 6 filters with metal case
http://www.ebay.com/itm/271930292673

Single pack - 1 ring, 3 filters
http://www.ebay.com/itm/271930299278


thanks
-david

Or you can by the real thing from DJI starting today, only ND 4 though

http://store.dji.com/product/phantom-3-nd4-filter

ditzlerphoto Posted at 2015-7-3 04:00
This is a short little video I made yesterday to show you how to use my neutral density filters I de ...

David,
Will you sell this with 3 rings? I would like to place the gel in the ring and leave it so I don't have to risk finger prints by swapping out so often.

Thanks,
Brad

bradneal24 Posted at 2015-7-14 22:52
David,
Will you sell this with 3 rings? I would like to place the gel in the ring and leave it so  ...

Yes I just posted them tonight.

This is the deluxe kit with the 3 rings, 9 filters and the metal case.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/271930297304

thanks
-david

ditzlerphoto Posted at 2015-7-15 12:36
Yes I just posted them tonight.

This is the deluxe kit with the 3 rings, 9 filters and the metal  ...

David,
Thanks for the reply.

As I recall you built the rings using a 3D printer. Is the plastic pretty durable, with a snug fit so they don't fall off?

Thanks,
Brad

ditzlerphoto Posted at 2015-7-15 12:36
Yes I just posted them tonight.

This is the deluxe kit with the 3 rings, 9 filters and the metal  ...

Received my set of 3 ND filters today. They arrived in good condition and only couple days after placing the order. Won't be able to test until this weekend, but so far, so good! And the price is very good.

-Brad

Swedrone Posted at 2015-7-13 22:23
Or you can by the real thing from DJI starting today, only ND 4 though

http://store.dji.com/product ...

Ok I ordered one from DJI last week after have tried some plastic ones. It´s just not the same with plastic as real glass. Those plastics I tried gives all sorts of diffractions and other odd stuff. There are no shortcuts here.

I did buy ditzlerphoto's ND filters.

I used the filter for the first time some days ago, but i won't be using them again. The filters are super but if your filming mountains and stuff the EV won't stay at the level you want.

I don't see the need for ND filters if your not filming a sunset or the horizon.

I ordered a set of these yesterday, shipped today:
http://taco-rc.com/taco-rc-nd-fi ... ance-free-shipping/

polar pro do a set of 3 or set of set specifically for the phantom 3. you screw off the standard filter it comes with and then screw on the polar pro filters. I have the set of three brilliant highly recommend.  they cost around 70 pounds with post.

aburkefl@gmail. Posted at 2015-6-26 21:27
Take a peek at:

www.phantomsfilters.com

Agreed.

@aburkefl, On your recommendation weeks ago I purchased some from phantomfilters.com.  They arrived quickly.  As I said in a different thread - Beware, they come in the white envelope, which I promptly sorted into junk mail, not recognizing the clear "phantomfilters" logo on the front.  I discovered them a week or more later, when I was sorting my junk.  

Used the ND4 last night for a late night Alaskan sunset, while filming urban fisherman.  

My screw on/off P3P lens cover came off with medium resistance, as was expected.  Slipped the ND4 in and went flying.

And as you point out, the accompanying literature has some great pointers.

soerheim.emil Posted at 2015-7-23 02:24
I did buy ditzlerphoto's ND filters.

I used the filter for the first time some days ago, but i won ...

You do realize that employing ND filters under variable exposure conditions won't work, right?

If you apply a 3 stop ND filter in bright sunshine, then clouds roll in, and you're in manual exposure control, you're going to be underexposed.

PublicRealtor@g Posted at 2015-5-12 04:52
What exactly does a ND filter do?

There are like a sun glasses for the camera,in that way the camera sensor can see better.I sell this one's very cheap and a very good quality if you want to try.


http://www.ebay.com/itm/252010293286?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1558.l2649

dmwierz Posted at 2015-7-23 04:04
You do realize that employing ND filters under variable exposure conditions won't work, right?

I ...

Absolutely! However, if you're already running manual mode, the change is more or less trivial and your exposure is back on track. That's one of the sanest reasons to be running in manual mode *all* the time!

dmwierz Posted at 2015-7-23 04:04
You do realize that employing ND filters under variable exposure conditions won't work, right?

I ...

You compensate with the exposure dial when that happens, or brighten that part up in post processing.

cwhobbies Posted at 2015-7-23 02:54
I ordered a set of these yesterday, shipped today:
http://taco-rc.com/taco-rc-nd-filters-set-nd4-8-1 ...

Thanks for your support.  We also has ND64 filter for very bright sunshine.

dmwierz Posted at 2015-7-23 04:04
You do realize that employing ND filters under variable exposure conditions won't work, right?

I ...

Yes, and that is why i don't see the reason using the ND filters.

soerheim.emil Posted at 2015-7-24 05:08
Yes, and that is why i don't see the reason using the ND filters.

Not sure I understand. ND filters are essential when shooting video in bright sunshine. There is no other way to set your shutter low enough to make smooth video, especially with a fixed aperture camera like that in the Phantom 3.

At ISO 100, the "Sunny Sixteen" rule dictates a shutter speed of 1/100s at f/16, which downscales to 1/3200s at f/2.8 (the fixed aperture of the P3), which is a full 6 stops too bright for 24fps video.  

Unless I'm missing something...

Now, when you are in variable light conditions, you need to be able to quickly switch your exposure settings (much the same as you would without an ND filter), otherwise your'e going to have seriously under-exposed videos.

dmwierz Posted at 2015-7-24 05:25
Not sure I understand. ND filters are essential when shooting video in bright sunshine. There is no ...

You and I (and many others) are in definite agreement. One can only assume that those who seem to have no need of a neutral density filter do not live in an area blasted with bright sunlight. Either that or they're shooting sharp, crisp video (i.e., with no motion blur) and don't realize what they're missing.

Just got my DJI ND4 filter and upon initial flight seemed great. Will do further testing but initial impression was positive. Installed easily and looks factory. Packageing was poor, expected to be in a protective container. Everything I have gotten from DJI was in a nice box but this was shipped in a foam block in a plastic bag. I will be looking for a container to store this or stock cover at local camera shop.

P3PO Posted at 2015-7-24 19:33
Just got my DJI ND4 filter and upon initial flight seemed great. Will do further testing but initial ...

i bought those taco filters but only the ND8 and ND16, dont need ND2 or ND4s. Maybe i will need the ND32. ND16 could be to weak for a bright summerday. I looked trough the Taco RC ND8 filter and compared it with my SRP ND8 and the SRP is is a bit less clear and slightly more yellowish while the Taco is clearer and slightly less dark. So the filters are not identical.

bradneal24 Posted at 2015-7-17 22:44
David,
Thanks for the reply.

Yes. I accidentally crashed my Phantom 3 when I launched from a bunch of steel under a wooden platform. It was a IMO calibration error and it flew 84' till it's crash a few seconds later. It was enough to knock the battery out of the Phantom but the filter was still intact and the camera was fine too.

If you break them I will send you a new one.

cheers
-david

FantomDK Posted at 2015-5-13 03:10
The front of the DJI Phantom 3 Pro/Adv camera is an UV-filter that unscrews.It can fit a little tigh ...

These are the ones I got! Thanks Jakob!

I just found a fantastic video on Color Grading for the Phanom...

Fulgerite Posted at 2015-7-25 04:22
I just found a fantastic video on Color Grading for the Phanom...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?fea ...

Yes, that is awesome!

bradneal24 Posted at 2015-7-14 22:52
David,
Will you sell this with 3 rings? I would like to place the gel in the ring and leave it so  ...

I now have a new version with tabs so you don't get fingerprints on the lens.



They come in a metal case now and an easier to use little sleave to keep the filters in. Also the filters are now labeled so you know how many stops darker they are.



I sell them on eBay and my store www.ditzco.com