ShivaYash Posted February 16, 2016 Share #1 Posted February 16, 2016 Advertisement (gone after registration) I want to buy one filter for a forthcoming trip to India. I'm only taking my M6 and 35f2 so a 39mm filter. I mainly shoot in the street. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted February 16, 2016 Posted February 16, 2016 Hi ShivaYash, Take a look here Yellow filter or orange?. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
wattsy Posted February 16, 2016 Share #2 Posted February 16, 2016 I find a yellow more useful as an all-rounder but the choice of filter really depends upon the film, the subject matter and the light. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
yigitaltay Posted February 16, 2016 Share #3 Posted February 16, 2016 Personally I prefer orange filter over yellow since it creates a bit more contrast on the images. But it is totally depend on what kind of result you want. And there is a very nice article: http://www.photographymad.com/pages/view/using-coloured-filters-in-black-and-white-photography Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShivaYash Posted February 16, 2016 Author Share #4 Posted February 16, 2016 Personally I prefer orange filter over yellow since it creates a bit more contrast on the images. But it is totally depend on what kind of result you want. And there is a very nice article: http://www.photographymad.com/pages/view/using-coloured-filters-in-black-and-white-photography Thanks. I mainly want to improve skin tones. I really like XP2 unfiltered and want this pleasing skin tone with true black and white panchromatic films. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted February 16, 2016 Share #5 Posted February 16, 2016 I would say that a middle-yellow is the most universal choice. I prefer it on my MM1. Filters exhibit an increasing amount of drama (dark skies, white clouds, light foliage, skin tones, etc.) in this order: Light Yellow; middle Yellow; dark Yellow; Red; far Red (092) (digital/IR film only); Infrared (093)(specialist digital/IR film only) The light loss increases through this range as well, from one stop to maybe eight or more for (near) IR, depending on the subject matter and spectral response of you sensor/film. Implication: quality loss through lower shutterspeed (motion blur) and/or higher ISO values/film. The second factor that increases through the same range is focus shift on non-APO lenses and rangefinder focusing. With middle-Yellow it is still limited and you would only notice close-up and wide open, with Orange it is already a factor to be considered, with Red through Infrared focus-bracketing is needed. Based on these considerations I find that middle-Yellow is the best general-purpose compromise. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
indergaard Posted February 16, 2016 Share #6 Posted February 16, 2016 I have yellow, orange and red filters, and I almost always use the yellow filter whenever there is sunshine. Mainly to avoid burning out the skies and highlights. Orange filters are also OK, but they can add a bit too much contrast sometimes, especially with contrasty lenses. Red filters are speciality filters that will turn blue skies into black. Different films reacts differently to color filters as well. The MM barely reacts to color filters compared to most B&W films. I would recommend a B+W yellow filter for use in sunshine and bright light: http://www.amazon.com/43mm-Multi-Coated-Glass-Filter/dp/B000GVQQGA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1455621259&sr=8-1&keywords=b%2Bw+yellow+filter+43mm Then use a regular protection/UV filter or no filter when the sun goes down. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaelwj Posted February 16, 2016 Share #7 Posted February 16, 2016 Advertisement (gone after registration) On a 35mm lens I use a yellow filter outside during the day. It's subtle and is pleasing to Caucasian skin (not sure about darker skin though - hopefully someone can chime in). 1 stop loss of light isn't too much either. I use an orange filter on a 21, it's more dramatic with a bit more punch, but I really should get a yellow for it. I use a red filter only for very specific shots when I really want to darken the sky a lot. I never use it for people. At 2-3 stops of light loss, the red filter becomes a bit too dark for everyday use as well. Have fun! Michael Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broadside Posted February 16, 2016 Share #8 Posted February 16, 2016 When shooting B&W I sometimes like to use a light green filter. Darkens sky - a little, Lightens foliage - a touch. A good all rounder. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted February 16, 2016 Share #9 Posted February 16, 2016 Green is rather unflattering for skin tones. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
A miller Posted February 16, 2016 Share #10 Posted February 16, 2016 for a single filter workflow i don't think you need anything more than a medium yellow. anything stronger will just crush shadows and torque contrast more than what you want. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevesurf Posted February 16, 2016 Share #11 Posted February 16, 2016 for a single filter workflow i don't think you need anything more than a medium yellow. anything stronger will just crush shadows and torque contrast more than what you want. +1, The B+W 39mm #8 Yellow (022) MRC Filter actually stays on the 35 Summicron and the B+W 46mm #8 Yellow (022) MRC Filter on the 50 Summilux for the Monochrome or M7 with Ilford HP5. I do, however carry a B+W 39mm #25 Red (090) MRC Filter for landscapes/skies, but this gets used far less. Most of the time I just treat the mid yellow as you would a UV filter on a camera shooting color. One last item - I recommend only B+W because I know they have brass rings, with the exception of very few of their filters. I have actually had a Leica filter (aluminum ring) deform on me. I was very lucky to get it off my lens! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matlock Posted February 16, 2016 Share #12 Posted February 16, 2016 One last item - I recommend only B+W because I know they have brass rings, with the exception of very few of their filters. I have actually had a Leica filter (aluminum ring) deform on me. I was very lucky to get it off my lens! I too have had a Leica filter deform. B+W are better and cheaper. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sblitz Posted February 16, 2016 Share #13 Posted February 16, 2016 I like the Yellow/Orange B+W filter (040) ...... I never find the Yellow does much, IMHO. You might also try Adox CHS II B&W film. It is orthopancromatic so reds come out darker. Interesting when you take people picture, sometimes the effect is really good. Point is that some films have different light sensitivities, so check those out before going right to a filter. Green filters can be interesting. IF you get a chance, shoot a roll or two, take some notes, and see what you like.... Have fun! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wattsy Posted February 16, 2016 Share #14 Posted February 16, 2016 I don't know about becoming deformed but, thinking about it, it was a Leica branded filter that was the only one I've had genuine problems removing. I agree with the wisdom of buying brass ringed filters like B+W (£42 for MRC) and Heliopan (£38 for SH-PMC) versus the £80 aluminium ringed Leica filters. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pico Posted February 16, 2016 Share #15 Posted February 16, 2016 When shooting B&W I sometimes like to use a light green filter. Darkens sky - a little, Lightens foliage - a touch. A good all rounder. And darkens skin tones, which in India might produce more contrast that one wants. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
semi-ambivalent Posted February 16, 2016 Share #16 Posted February 16, 2016 Green is rather unflattering for skin tones. Check out the portraits by Disfarmer who, it is my understanding, used a green filter. They're lovely, if not flattering by today's standards and expectations. Maybe Karsh use them too. Regards, s-a Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted February 16, 2016 Share #17 Posted February 16, 2016 I was aware of Disfarmer, but not of his photographic technique. Looking at these portraits now, it seems to me that his aim was to bring out character. A green filter is quite good in that case. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NB23 Posted February 16, 2016 Share #18 Posted February 16, 2016 Portraits? Green, always. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pico Posted February 16, 2016 Share #19 Posted February 16, 2016 Portraits? Green, always. If your subjects are Caucasian, or in particular if you wish to impart a darker complexion on some of our (and I mean our) nearly transparent skinned citizens. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
A miller Posted February 17, 2016 Share #20 Posted February 17, 2016 on second thought, for the darker skin presented by the people of India, an orange filter might be something to try out as it might be effective in certain situations... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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