Jeffry Abt Posted September 3, 2012 Share #1 Â Posted September 3, 2012 Advertisement (gone after registration) Just purchased a new Silver 50mm Summilux. Will I need a ND filter? I do like to shoot at max. aperture. I use a M9, by the way. Thanks Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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MarkP Posted September 3, 2012 Share #2 Â Posted September 3, 2012 Yes, if you want to shoot wide open in very bright light. Â Â Sunny 16 (for all of it's limitations) ISO 160 f16 say ~1/180 sec ISO 160 @ f2.8, let alone f1.4, and you've already run out of room to move with max shutter speed of 1/4000sec on M9 Â Or just set the camera to ISO 160 and go outside on a bright sunny day. You will quickly find out what you need. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul J Posted September 3, 2012 Share #3 Â Posted September 3, 2012 I have 3 and 6 stop B+W filters top shoot wide open in sunlight. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bpalme Posted September 3, 2012 Share #4 Â Posted September 3, 2012 I use three stop. You may need more if you are in really bright situations but the 3 stop works 95 % of the time. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
IWC Doppel Posted September 4, 2012 Share #5 Â Posted September 4, 2012 I have a 3 stops too, agree 95% of the time it is the best compromise. Â Check your shots and speed from the last time you went out and see if 3 would suffice, crude but should work adequately Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
M9reno Posted September 4, 2012 Share #6 Â Posted September 4, 2012 Sunny 16 (for all of it's limitations) ISO 160 f16 say ~1/180 sec ISO 160 @ f2.8, let alone f1.4, and you've already run out of room to move with max shutter speed of 1/4000sec on the M9. Â Minor point, I find that the setting for ISO 160 in bright sunlight is f/16 ~ 1/250 sec using the M9. It's closer to what the meter asks, and preserves detail in the highlights. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
philipus Posted September 8, 2012 Share #7 Â Posted September 8, 2012 Advertisement (gone after registration) Are there big differences between brands? On my EOS lenses I stuck to B+W. Â I've been considering a 3-stop filter for use on film, usually ISO 100-400. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest WPalank Posted September 8, 2012 Share #8 Â Posted September 8, 2012 I typically go for B+W as well. However, when I got my Nocti, the only 3 stop ND filter available was a Heliopan (Slim). It seems to be of excellent quality and I can't see any degradation in image quality comparing images to those shot without the filter. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
philipus Posted September 9, 2012 Share #9 Â Posted September 9, 2012 Thanks William. I will get a B+W one (Foto Huppert seems to have them in stock here in Europe). Â Is there a perceptible difference in image quality if one uses single vs multi-coated filters? I would assume so but has anyone direct experience? Â Cheers Philip Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeinzX Posted September 9, 2012 Share #10 Â Posted September 9, 2012 I use a Heliopan Grau 8x ND 0,9 ES 46 in slim version. These filters are made in Germany and of very good quality too. From the same source I use a different size for my 28 mm 2.8 in this case to achieve some long time exposure effects if needed - there is also the possibility two combine two of them. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bpalme Posted September 9, 2012 Share #11 Â Posted September 9, 2012 I have Leica, BW and $10 eBay filters. Can't notice any difference at all. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
farnz Posted September 9, 2012 Share #12 Â Posted September 9, 2012 I use a Heliopan 0.9 (3 stop) filter. Â Pete. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kokoshawnuff Posted September 9, 2012 Share #13 Â Posted September 9, 2012 Is there a perceptible difference in image quality if one uses single vs multi-coated filters? I would assume so but has anyone direct experience? Â The singled coated are more susceptible to flare and more difficult to clean/keep clean. The price between B+W MRC vs Single Coated is usually only a $15 difference here in the states. I've used the Heliopan, Leica, and both B+W types. For the very modest price and seemingly irrefutable quality, I've stuck with B+W MRC Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
philipus Posted September 9, 2012 Share #14 Â Posted September 9, 2012 Thanks guys, great suggestions. And I agree with you Alex, why chance it if the price difference is so low. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest WPalank Posted September 11, 2012 Share #15 Â Posted September 11, 2012 The singled coated are more susceptible to flare and more difficult to clean/keep clean. The price between B+W MRC vs Single Coated is usually only a $15 difference here in the states. I've used the Heliopan, Leica, and both B+W types. For the very modest price and seemingly irrefutable quality, I've stuck with B+W MRC Â koko, I see you live in LA. May I ask who you are buying the filters through? I find it difficult to find quality ND filters anywhere, even on the web. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kokoshawnuff Posted September 11, 2012 Share #16 Â Posted September 11, 2012 koko,I see you live in LA. May I ask who you are buying the filters through? I find it difficult to find quality ND filters anywhere, even on the web. Â B&H and Adorama (both in NY) have almost every size and every type currently made by B+W and Heliopan; 99% of the time they have the best prices too Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul J Posted September 11, 2012 Share #17 Â Posted September 11, 2012 get the 6 stop as well if you want to use flash. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeffry Abt Posted September 14, 2012 Author Share #18 Â Posted September 14, 2012 Another question..... In your experience, will using ND filters on the Lux increase the likelihood of flare? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul J Posted September 14, 2012 Share #19 Â Posted September 14, 2012 Another question.....In your experience, will using ND filters on the Lux increase the likelihood of flare? Â Get the B+W Multi Coated ones. I was using mine the other day pointed straight into the sun, expecting it to have been flared to hell but here was none at all. That was on a Noctilux but I can't imagine it would be so different. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rramesh Posted September 14, 2012 Share #20 Â Posted September 14, 2012 I have the following B+W 3 stop and 6 stop in 46mm with a 39 - 49 step up ring. Â It gives me the flexibility to use on by CV21 (39), 35 Summicron (39) and 50 Summilux (46). Â Used together you have the equivalent of 9 stop. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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