Here are some advantages of Variable ND filters:
- A variable neutral density (ND) filter is an optically transparent filter that can adjust the stop range opacity to reduce the brightness of light. It can be used to control exposure without changing the aperture or shutter speed, which is important for achieving a cinematic look in video production. Variable ND filters are useful in situations where lighting changes quickly, such as documentaries and travel videos.
- Variable ND filters are made up of two polarized films that rotate at a precise angle to absorb a variable amount of light.
- Composition: You can set your composition with the filter in place, unlike with a normal ND filter where you need to compose first and then attach the filter.
- Long-exposure stills: You can slow down the shutter speed to create long-exposure stills, such as milky seas and skies.
- Wide apertures in bright sunlight: You can use wide apertures even in bright sunlight to blur the background.
- Convienience: No need to carry multiple seperate ND Filters.
- Tiffen MCS Filters also include a Magnetic Lens Cap to attach directly to the filter.
