The different filter types and their effects at a glance
There is a wide range of different camera filters on the market. The offer ranges from infrared filters for black and white shots to gray gradient filters for the most beautiful sunsets to simple gray filters that reduce the light hitting the camera sensor. The most common filters on the market are the ND filters, gray graduated filters and polarizing filters. What this camera filters can be used for and for which motifs you should use them, we have described in more detail below.
The ND filter - the sunglasses for the camera
The exposure times of the camera can be artificially extended with the gray filter. You can find out exactly how much in the table below. ND filters are also called gray filters. This is used to darken the image. It is relatively easy to explain why this can be an advantage: the exposure time depends directly on how much light hits the camera sensor. In most cases, this is not a problem; when the sun is shining, you simply set the exposure time very short, and correspondingly longer at dusk.
But there are also images for which a longer exposure time is advantageous. For example, if you want to capture the flow of water in a waterfall, you will need a longer exposure time. If, on the other hand, the exposure is only short, the waterfall looks frozen in the photo. You can use an ND filter to ensure that the image does not just turn white despite the brightness and the longer exposure. We offer this in various strengths. The greater the strength, the darker the filter appears and the longer the exposure time.
The gray gradient filter - for landscape photography
Graduated gray filters are glass filters that are clear on one half and darkened on the other half. These two areas converge in the center of the filter, going from dark to clear. This transition varies depending on the type of filter. GND filters are used to balance the exposure of a scene that consists of a lighter section (the sky) and a darker section (the foreground), especially in landscape photography. The human eye makes it possible to visualize a wide range of light and shadow. This is also known as the dynamic range of a scene. Unfortunately, today's camera sensors are not able to reproduce the dynamic range as the human eye is able to. The use of GND filters helps to give the sensor a helping hand. This makes it possible to capture the dynamic range of a shot with a single exposure.
The circular polarization filter - for the most beautiful contrasts
More intense colors and avoidance of unwanted reflections - the circular polarization filter, or polarizing filter for short, is the perfect helper when photographers want to capture landscapes or water. The round filters ensure that, for example, a flower meadow becomes more colorful, a blue sky more contrasting and a green meadow greener. In addition, such a filter prevents reflections, for example on a lake or on glass surfaces. This filter is essential, especially when fish are to be recorded under the water surface.
What is also very practical: If the filter is attached in front of the lens, the effect of the filter can already be seen when taking the picture and is amplified or weakened on the filter itself by turning the filter disc directly on the lens. Some sunglasses also work with polarized glass. If these are worn, the sky suddenly looks bluer and the sea turquoise.
Scope of delivery:1x ND256Storage boxFilter weight: 20g
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🎬 MovieMate Cinema Filter Hard GND 0.9 - 3 stops The MovieMate Cinema SLIM Hard GND 0.9 is a professional grey gradient filter that has been specially developed for shots with a high dynamic range. With 3 stops of light reduction in the upper image area, it ensures a balanced exposure - perfect for sunrises or sunsets as well as high-contrast landscape motifs. 🔧 Highlights 🌄 Hard GND design: Clear transition between darkened and clear area - ideal for straight horizons 📉 Reduction by 3 stops: Prevents overexposure in the sky while maintaining a natural exposure in the foreground 🪶 Extremely thin & light: Ideal for use in the MovieMate Matte Box without affecting balance or weight 🔍 Premium optical glass: Distortion-free, clear image quality - even at 4K or higher 🛡️ Multi-coating: Protection against scratches, reflections, water & dirt ⚙️ Technical data 📌 Filter type: grey gradient filter (Hard GND) 📉 Density: 0.9 - 3 f-stops 📏 Dimension: Compatible with MovieMate Matte Box (Cinema SLIM format) 🧪 Material: Optical glass with multi-coating 📦 Scope of delivery 1× MovieMate Cinema SLIM Filter Hard GND 0.9 💡 Application The filter is simply inserted into the MovieMate Matte Box. Perfect for landscape shots with a clear horizon line, where the sky is significantly brighter than the foreground.
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🎞️ MovieMate Cinema SLIM graduated filter Soft GND 0.9 - 3 stops The MovieMate Cinema SLIM Soft GND 0.9 filter is a high-quality graduated filter for professional filmmakers and photographers. With its gentle darkening in the upper part of the image, it ensures harmoniously exposed landscape and outdoor shots - especially when there is a strong contrast in brightness between the sky and the foreground. ✨ Highlights 🌄 Soft GND 0.9: Smooth transition with 3 f-stops for naturally exposed skies and high-contrast scenes 📷 Ultra-slim design: Particularly thin for lightweight camera setups and easy stacking of multiple filters 🔍 Optical glass: High-quality material for razor-sharp images without colour distortion 🛡️ Scratch-resistant & coated: Multi-coated for protection against dirt, scratches and reflections 🎬 Perfect for film & photo: Developed for use in the MovieMate Matte Box ⚙️ Technical data 📌 Filter type: Soft GND 0.9 📉 Density: 3 stops (grey gradient filter) 📐 Format: SLIM rectangular filter 🧪 Material: High-quality optical glass ⚙️ Compatibility: MovieMate Matte Box (magnetic) 📦 Scope of delivery 1× MovieMate Cinema SLIM Filter Soft GND 0.9 🔎 Recommendation for use Ideal for backlit or sunset scenes where the sky would be overexposed. The Soft GND filter equalises the brightness - without harsh transitions - and ensures a cinematic image effect with natural dynamics.
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🎬 MovieMate magnetic round filter ND32 - 5 f-stops The MovieMate Magnetic Circular Filter ND32 is your tool for professional long exposures and cinematic video recordings. It reduces the incident light by 5 f-stops, giving you creative control over exposure time and image effect even in bright conditions - without affecting colour fidelity. 🔧 Highlights 🧲 Magnetic mounting: Lightning-fast insertion into the MovieMate Matte Box 🌞 ND32 filter effect: Reduces the light by 5 stops - perfect for daylight shots 🎬 Ideal for video & photo: Supports smooth motion blur and long exposures 🔒 Secure fit: Specially developed for the MovieMate Matte Box 🧪 Optical glass: High image quality without loss of sharpness ⚙️ Technical data 📌 Filter type: ND32 (fixed strength, 5 stops) 📐 Mounting: Magnetic (only compatible with MovieMate Matte Box) 🧱 Material: Optical glass with robust mount 📦 Scope of delivery 1× MovieMate magnetic round filter ND32 1× Protective bag ✨ Application Insert the filter. Snap into place. Shoot. Ideal for long exposures, open-aperture shots in daylight, slow-motion videos or creative exposure effects - directly in the MovieMate Magnetic Matte Box.
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Experience first-class protection and impressive clarity with the DRONE DJI Mavic Mini 3 Pro MCUV UV protection filter. This filter not only provides maximum UV protection for your drone camera, but also improves the image quality of your shots. Enjoy worry-free flights and professional results thanks to the precise fit and easy application of this filter. Scope of delivery: 1x MCUV protective filter Storage box Filter weight: approx. 5g Note: It may be necessary to recalibrate the gimbal after fitting the filter.
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🎬 MovieMate Cinema SLIM ND32 filter (1.5) - 5 f-stop light reduction The MovieMate Cinema SLIM ND32 filter reduces the incident light by 5 f-stops (ND32) and therefore enables longer exposure times or wider apertures - even in bright daylight. Perfect for professional film shoots or creative long exposure photography. 🔧 Features 🌗 ND32 reduction: 1.5 density for 5 stops of light reduction 📸 Optical glass: High image quality without loss of sharpness 🧪 Multi-coating: Low-reflection, colour-neutral and scratch-resistant 🪶 Ultra-flat slim design: Minimises vignetting with wide-angle lenses 💪 Robust construction: Ideal for outdoor and studio use ⚙️ Technical data Filter type: ND32 (1.5) F-stops: 5 stops Material: Optical glass, slim mount Coating: Multi-coated, water and dust repellent 📦 Scope of delivery 1x MovieMate Cinema SLIM ND32 (1.5) filter 1x protective case ✨ Ideal for Landscape photography in daylight Long exposures with flowing water or clouds Filming with an open aperture for cinematic bokeh