KUDOS to Spocky !!! Nice addon mate!

UnlimiteDrone@g Posted at 2017-2-16 13:18
Yes you are well prepared for the most situations if you have a set of PL+ND4+ND8 Filter.

And ND16 for REALLY bright days, right?

HowNotToDrone Posted at 2017-2-22 17:40
And ND16 for REALLY bright days, right?

Yeah exactly, i use ND8 most of the times but for bright days you can go with ND16

very helpful... I was flying with the wrong filter on today ... had an N4 when I should of been using the N16

devGOD Posted at 2017-2-24 18:28
very helpful... I was flying with the wrong filter on today ... had an N4 when I should of been using the N16

Was the footage overexposed? Normally you will get a good feeling when to use which Filter after a few times using

UnlimiteDrone@g Posted at 2017-2-19 06:11
I updated the article now and add your information, thanks for your help

No problem. Was an issue for me so I read a lot about what the cause and fixes were.

Cheers Spocky

UnlimiteDrone@g Posted at 2017-2-11 08:23
Great idea and very well written information, is this all your text?
Thank you for that awesome support!

My text but you can use it if its useful. Images are from the website listed.

Cheers Spocky

Spocky Posted at 2017-2-26 20:34
My text but you can use it if its useful. Images are from the website listed.

Cheers Spocky

Thank you very much, its very useful. Had good feedback on your addition

After looking at the link a bit ago I ordered a set of 6 filters and they arrived today.  I can't wait to try them out!

superjet96 Posted at 2017-3-2 07:39
After looking at the link a bit ago I ordered a set of 6 filters and they arrived today.  I can't wait to try them out!

Nice, feedback after you tried them would be great!

UnlimiteDrone@g Posted at 2017-3-3 10:11
Nice, feedback after you tried them would be great!

If I am lucky it will be this weekend, if not it will be next weekend.

superjet96 Posted at 2017-3-3 11:54
If I am lucky it will be this weekend, if not it will be next weekend.

Do you also have to wait for the delivery?

HowNotToDrone Posted at 2017-2-22 17:39
KUDOS to Spocky !!! Nice addon mate!

Kudos?????

UnlimiteDrone@g Posted at 2017-2-19 06:11
I updated the article now and add your information, thanks for your help

Share the OPs views on ND filters and any drone....next to extra batteries, a set of Neutral Density filters may be the most important accessory you buy for your drone.
And because you bought your drone to shoot video and photos ND filters will have THE most significant impact on your results over any other accessory. http://bit.ly/2m3v9WW

I bought a 5 set pack of the taco RC filters and was wondering about the UV filter.  Is this considered a Polarized filter?
BTW i bought it direct from Taco and saved almost 10$

Nevermind the polarizer question. Got it figured.

RightStuffed Posted at 2017-3-4 19:05
Nevermind the polarizer question. Got it figured.

Can you recommend the Taco filters?

Thank you very much for the article, it is of great help.

Excuse my ignorance, but any of you knows anything about G-MRC CPL filter and it's function? Thanks in advance

UnlimiteDrone@g Posted at 2017-3-3 13:50
Do you also have to wait for the delivery?

I had them at the time I wrote this, sorry for the confusion.  I was able to try one for just a little while but I haven't had time to download the video from the Mavic.  I didn't take a lot of time to work with the settings but I will have the time this weekend for sure.  I am heading to the lake where I plan to do most of my flying so it will be good to work it out in that setting.I had no problems with gimball load at any time either.  These are the new PolarPro that are bronze color which is why I had to wait a bit for them to arrive.  No complaints on the wait time though.

superjet96 Posted at 2017-3-6 06:56
I had them at the time I wrote this, sorry for the confusion.  I was able to try one for just a little while but I haven't had time to download the video from the Mavic.  I didn't take a lot of time to work with the settings but I will have the time this weekend for sure.  I am heading to the lake where I plan to do most of my flying so it will be good to work it out in that setting.I had no problems with gimball load at any time either.  These are the new PolarPro that are bronze color which is why I had to wait a bit for them to arrive.  No complaints on the wait time though.

Ahh I see... Do you already know the Settings you will use?

No not yet.  I need to figure out all of that.  Videos have been getting better but need some good direction.  Do you know of any place that will list best settings for different conditions using ND filters?  That is what I really need.

superjet96 Posted at 2017-3-7 06:44
No not yet.  I need to figure out all of that.  Videos have been getting better but need some good direction.  Do you know of any place that will list best settings for different conditions using ND filters?  That is what I really need.

We have a filter calculator app which will help determine which filter to use for each flight:
PolarPro Filter Calculator App

Hope that helps!
-Jeff from PolarPro

PolarPro Posted at 2017-3-7 09:27
We have a filter calculator app which will help determine which filter to use for each flight:
PolarPro Filter Calculator App

Cool App, thank you Jeff!
Are there more Apps by PolarPro?

PolarPro Posted at 2017-3-7 09:27
We have a filter calculator app which will help determine which filter to use for each flight:
PolarPro Filter Calculator App

Yes!  I did see that.  There was a card in my filter pack which was a nice piece BTW.  I downloaded it right away.  Maybe that is all I need to do is just follow that for the most part.  

So I am pretty sure I know the answer already but wanted to hear what your thoughts are about ND filters for still photos vs video. Do you really want to use an ND filter and slow the shutter speed down so slow that any moving object (i.e. car, animal, person running etc...) will end up as a blur on the screen?

Heavysledz Posted at 2017-3-8 12:40
So I am pretty sure I know the answer already but wanted to hear what your thoughts are about ND filters for still photos vs video. Do you really want to use an ND filter and slow the shutter speed down so slow that any moving object (i.e. car, animal, person running etc...) will end up as a blur on the screen?

Depends what look you are trying to get.
Here are some great examples of getting long exposure. I generally find photographers have a lot more understanding of ND filters than the average droner, and the advice is tested and proven.

Wow that is really great.  I will need to find an hour to sit and watch the whole thing.

superjet96 Posted at 2017-3-9 08:53
Wow that is really great.  I will need to find an hour to sit and watch the whole thing.

Do you have experience with photographing?

My first Drone Mavic just arrived this week and it´s great fun to fly with it. A friend told me about the ND Filter and now after reading your Guide I understand why to use them.
My ordered Filter will arrive next week and im already excited to try them at nice weather. I just have a few questions about the Settings.
Do I have to use manual settings? What settings do you recommend and do I have to edit the footage to get a professional looking quality?

Blu Crystal Posted at 2017-3-10 15:40
My first Drone Mavic just arrived this week and it´s great fun to fly with it. A friend told me about the ND Filter and now after reading your Guide I understand why to use them.
My ordered Filter will arrive next week and im already excited to try them at nice weather. I just have a few questions about the Settings.
Do I have to use manual settings? What settings do you recommend and do I have to edit the footage to get a professional looking quality?

What settings do you use and do you have experience in editing?

Blu Crystal Posted at 2017-3-10 15:40
My first Drone Mavic just arrived this week and it´s great fun to fly with it. A friend told me about the ND Filter and now after reading your Guide I understand why to use them.
My ordered Filter will arrive next week and im already excited to try them at nice weather. I just have a few questions about the Settings.
Do I have to use manual settings? What settings do you recommend and do I have to edit the footage to get a professional looking quality?

Responding to your first question, you shouldn´t fly in auto mode while using the filter.

No one is mentioning PGY filters. I use them and think they work great. Good vallue for the money. L
No gimbal callibration issues. Easy to attach.

fansc2962bbc Posted at 2017-3-10 22:59
No one is mentioning PGY filters. I use them and think they work great. Good vallue for the money. L
No gimbal callibration issues. Easy to attach.

PGY Filters?

Thank you for posting this! As a beginner, I found this to be very helpful. I even bookmarked it for future reference

UnlimiteDrone@g Posted at 2017-3-10 20:23
Responding to your first question, you shouldn´t fly in auto mode while using the filter.

I found good information about the settings but can somebody recommend a good editing software?

Blu Crystal Posted at 2017-3-11 15:23
I found good information about the settings but can somebody recommend a good editing software?

Check out Adobe Premiere! I love it

UnlimiteDrone@g Posted at 2017-3-11 10:27
PGY Filters?

PGY-Tech.

This is another ND vendor.  They are out of China.  The only downside I've heard of these filters is that they take a long time to reach US destinations....

NoSale Posted at 2017-3-11 18:27
PGY-Tech.

This is another ND vendor.  They are out of China.  The only downside I've heard of these filters is that they take a long time to reach US destinations....

Ahh okay, are they new ND vendor? Never heard of them

UnlimiteDrone@g Posted at 2017-3-12 10:41
Ahh okay, are they new ND vendor? Never heard of them

I don't know their history, but they've been around since I started looking at Mavic and accessories, which has been for several months now.

PGY Tech Website

PGY Mavic Filters Page

Their website shows the accessories they manufacture for the Mavic, but there is not yet a Mavic page under the Products menu.

I've read people like these filters, but their only complaint was it took a long time to receive from China after placing an order.  Much like anything else shipped from China........

UnlimiteDrone@g Posted at 2017-3-11 16:15
Check out Adobe Premiere! I love it

Oh ,maybe a software for beginner ?