This filter is designed to make it so you can take pictures of solar activities! And it is DARK! It does the job well. The construction is a nice solid with a good weight. Screwes into my lens effortlessly. They did a great job putting it together. Get your hands on one now before they all disappear for the solar eclipse this year!
07/05/2024
Update 1/26/2024 - an acquaintance asked about the lack of ISO-12312-2 certification in this ND filter, because he read a review that stated it was important. The ISO-12312-2 standard is meant ONLY for DIRECT VIEWING type glasses. It does NOT apply to to camera filter, as such you will not likely find that ISO cert on solar camera ND filters.
This filter does what it's advertised to do, reduce light by about 16.6 stops so you can safely take pictures of the Sun without damaging your sensor or your sight. I've included a quick test picture, sorry focus could be better. This is a good solar filter for a reasonable price.
This filter does what it's advertised to do, reduce light by about 16.6 stops so you can safely take pictures of the Sun without damaging your sensor or your sight. I've included a quick test picture, sorry focus could be better. This is a good solar filter for a reasonable price.
07/05/2024
I picked this up in preparation for a trip to (hopefully) catch the 2024 total solar eclipse. I intended to use it on a Nikon d300 with a Nikkor AF-S 300mm f/4.0 lens (and 1.4x teleconverter). I used this setup previously to photograph the 2017 eclipse, except with a homemade filter made from ISO 12312-2 compliant film.
When I saw this, I was excited by the prospect of having a true photographic filter to view and photograph the eclipse. But the more I looked into this, the more I don't think this is a good choice for me. The listing indicates that this filter is designed for solar photography, and that is not untrue. However, I will be shooting with an SLR, which provides a direct optical path to my eye. Unlike ISO 12312-2 compliant filters, there is no indication that this filter meets the safety standards necessary to ensure no damage to my vision. If my camera had a good way to live-view the image on the screen, that would not be as big a concern, but then I might need to worry about continuous exposure of the sensor to the same wavelengths that can damage my eyes (particularly UV).
So in the end, I'm not going to chance it. However, I may find some use for this filter in extreme long-exposure photography. I briefly attempted to play around with this handheld, but 16 stops is a LOT, and I was looking at exposures over 8 seconds (at ISO 3200!) just to get something that wasn't completely black.
The filter itself is nice enough, but I'm withholding a star because the listing should be absolutely clear as to whether this meets ISO 12312-2. Your eyesight is more precious than any photo you could possibly take. Be very careful using this filter to look at the son (even through a camera).
When I saw this, I was excited by the prospect of having a true photographic filter to view and photograph the eclipse. But the more I looked into this, the more I don't think this is a good choice for me. The listing indicates that this filter is designed for solar photography, and that is not untrue. However, I will be shooting with an SLR, which provides a direct optical path to my eye. Unlike ISO 12312-2 compliant filters, there is no indication that this filter meets the safety standards necessary to ensure no damage to my vision. If my camera had a good way to live-view the image on the screen, that would not be as big a concern, but then I might need to worry about continuous exposure of the sensor to the same wavelengths that can damage my eyes (particularly UV).
So in the end, I'm not going to chance it. However, I may find some use for this filter in extreme long-exposure photography. I briefly attempted to play around with this handheld, but 16 stops is a LOT, and I was looking at exposures over 8 seconds (at ISO 3200!) just to get something that wasn't completely black.
The filter itself is nice enough, but I'm withholding a star because the listing should be absolutely clear as to whether this meets ISO 12312-2. Your eyesight is more precious than any photo you could possibly take. Be very careful using this filter to look at the son (even through a camera).
05/05/2024
This little filter is pretty awesome. Packaging solid and impressive. I put this on my Canon 5d Mark 3 with my 70 -200L and it's pretty legit. I will say I am going to have to brush up on my settings being I typically shoot sports but this filter is a must have if you are going to shoot solar shots.
Pros:
Solid Packaging
Quality Materials
Well Made
Cons:
None as of yet but till update if there are any
Pros:
Solid Packaging
Quality Materials
Well Made
Cons:
None as of yet but till update if there are any
03/05/2024
This filter was a lot of fun to play with today. I used it with my A7 and did some really great solar shots. I love the grip on the filter. It is well made and the grip on the side is a nice, rugged feel. The lens itself I don’t really have many complaints. It feels amazing, looks high end, materials are top notch. The lens produced som amazing direct sunlight photos and the layering on the lens really made a huge difference. I have another lens with a few less coatings and you can tell a huge difference between the two. The only reason I deducted a star was because it was a little only to screw onto my lens. We all know lens cost the amount of your first born so I should never have to force screw anything lens onto it. It should glide easily. It took me a little longer to get it to glide onto my lens without making me cringe or gasp for air. Other than that little flaw, I love this lens and I do recommend it, especially if you’re into eclipse and moon shoots.
02/05/2024
I ordered this “K&F Concept 62mm ND1000000,” Filter after a substantial amount of research, specifically for photographing the upcoming Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024. As a ND100000 it provides for a 16.6-stop light reduction and is “mostly used for solar photography and long exposures, such as solar eclipses.”
The filter itself is packed in a branded circular plastic case. K&F uses the same size case for many different sized filters relying on internal raised ridges to prevent the filter from slipping inside the closed container. My personal feeling is that this makes easy differentiation between sizes and storage more difficult than it should be though I appreciate the hardness of the plastic used for its protective quality. Delivered with the filter were two Microfiber Cleaning Cloths,
The filter is made from lightweight aluminum with matte black coating. The screw threads are well cut and the filter screws on and off easily. Comparing the filter to other K&F Concept filters I own I am confident that when the eclipse occurs it will perform as well as the others I have and I am looking forward to using it on April 8 to phtograph the eclipse. I consider this filter to be a strong 4 star filter and easily and securely recommend it to others for its photographic quality.
(Please see below for my rating criteria):
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As noted by Amazon, I am part of the Vine Program which means that I acquire products at no cost in return for a truthful rating. However, although Vine Members pay nothing up front to get these free products they are considered by the Internal Revenue Service as taxable income at the full retail price at the time we get them and we, therefore, must pay taxes on these items.
On a more personal note I often read reviews for products I am considering buying and rely on those reviews that are detailed and come off as honest and full reviews on the product. I therefore try my best to give a true and honest review based on my own experiences with the product.
My Rating Scale:
1 star. This is the absolute lowest I can go and is a definite recommendation against being purchased.
2 stars. Less than average - having issues that I try to delineate in my review. I personally would not pay for this item.
3 stars. Average - neither great nor terrible. It will do the job it is supposed to do but without any obvious good or bad issues.I might or might not buy this item depending on the severity of my need or want.
4 stars. While the product is better than average it is not an excellent product. I would probably buy this product.
5 stars. Enough above average that it exceeds my expectations of how the product would and should perform. A product getting this rating is highly recommended.
Further middle ratings: The above explanation is the base of the recommendations I give in a review. Some ratings are further rated as soft (1/2 star below), solid (the star rating given) or strong (1/2 star above)
The filter itself is packed in a branded circular plastic case. K&F uses the same size case for many different sized filters relying on internal raised ridges to prevent the filter from slipping inside the closed container. My personal feeling is that this makes easy differentiation between sizes and storage more difficult than it should be though I appreciate the hardness of the plastic used for its protective quality. Delivered with the filter were two Microfiber Cleaning Cloths,
The filter is made from lightweight aluminum with matte black coating. The screw threads are well cut and the filter screws on and off easily. Comparing the filter to other K&F Concept filters I own I am confident that when the eclipse occurs it will perform as well as the others I have and I am looking forward to using it on April 8 to phtograph the eclipse. I consider this filter to be a strong 4 star filter and easily and securely recommend it to others for its photographic quality.
(Please see below for my rating criteria):
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Disclosure:
As noted by Amazon, I am part of the Vine Program which means that I acquire products at no cost in return for a truthful rating. However, although Vine Members pay nothing up front to get these free products they are considered by the Internal Revenue Service as taxable income at the full retail price at the time we get them and we, therefore, must pay taxes on these items.
On a more personal note I often read reviews for products I am considering buying and rely on those reviews that are detailed and come off as honest and full reviews on the product. I therefore try my best to give a true and honest review based on my own experiences with the product.
My Rating Scale:
1 star. This is the absolute lowest I can go and is a definite recommendation against being purchased.
2 stars. Less than average - having issues that I try to delineate in my review. I personally would not pay for this item.
3 stars. Average - neither great nor terrible. It will do the job it is supposed to do but without any obvious good or bad issues.I might or might not buy this item depending on the severity of my need or want.
4 stars. While the product is better than average it is not an excellent product. I would probably buy this product.
5 stars. Enough above average that it exceeds my expectations of how the product would and should perform. A product getting this rating is highly recommended.
Further middle ratings: The above explanation is the base of the recommendations I give in a review. Some ratings are further rated as soft (1/2 star below), solid (the star rating given) or strong (1/2 star above)
26/03/2024
came with great packaging that I can use for almost any size lens!
26/03/2024
I didn't know that 20 stop ND filters existed until I looked this up. This material feels so dense that it's hard to believe that it's transmitting any light at all. I'm impressed with what materials scientists are able to accomplish these days... creating something this dark in a way this accurate. I can't begin to understand the underlaying techniques involved. I obviously picked this up to photograph the eclipse, which is probably why you're looking it up as well. I took this outside, put it on 200mm lens, pointed the camera at the sun (which runs counter to every instinct), and fired away. It works. It really works. I did discover that a 200mm lens on APS-C creates a less than compelling view of the sun, so I'm looking for something longer now.
25/03/2024
Bought this for the upcoming solar eclipse. This filter came in a nice protective case and the overall quality of the filter is great. No problem with threading it onto a 70-200 Canon 2.8 lens and the cover snaps right on.
Now this is a really dark filter. In fact unless you have a full on view of the sun without any obstructions you won’t be able to get a bright photo unless you are using a higher than 100 iso, low shutter speeds, or high aperture rates. Ideally you want to shoot F5 or F8 at 100 iso and 1/100+ shutter speeds but it’s quite dark at that setting. I did end up buying the cheaper 16.6 ND but it hasn’t come in yet. I would say that’s the better filter to go to so you can use higher shutter speeds or lower isos. Attached is an unedited photo along with a slightly edited version. This was on a clear day at high noon. With a little editing it was great but it’s still a bit darker than I wanted. If you can, get the 16.6 nd instead.
Now this is a really dark filter. In fact unless you have a full on view of the sun without any obstructions you won’t be able to get a bright photo unless you are using a higher than 100 iso, low shutter speeds, or high aperture rates. Ideally you want to shoot F5 or F8 at 100 iso and 1/100+ shutter speeds but it’s quite dark at that setting. I did end up buying the cheaper 16.6 ND but it hasn’t come in yet. I would say that’s the better filter to go to so you can use higher shutter speeds or lower isos. Attached is an unedited photo along with a slightly edited version. This was on a clear day at high noon. With a little editing it was great but it’s still a bit darker than I wanted. If you can, get the 16.6 nd instead.
22/03/2024