ND filter for Q2

[thierry40]

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Hi everyone and happy summer 

I can’t to try long exposure shots in daylight with my Q2 and understand I may need a ND filter. 
I am totally new to this, any brand recommended ? What opacity should I take ? 
i am not even sure of the size but that I’ll find out on my own 😂

thanks a lot in advance for the advise. 
 

best 

 

Thierry 

[pcgarner]

B+W filters are considered top, and are also the most expensive. You're looking for 49mm. Density is difficult to recommend as it depends on multiple factors. I'd advise doing a bit of research before buying. I use mine for shooting in sunlight at f1.7.

[thierry40]

Clear, thanks 

[ikc]

When I first wanted to learn about this topic many years ago, I found this website to be really helpful. It's a very well written guide to starting with long exposures, and it includes settings, filter types, and techniques. 

https://www.alexwisephotography.net/blog/2010/02/16/guide-to-daytime-long-exposures/

[ianforber]

I use Urth filters for my M11 - decent quality at a good price. You might want to have a go with those before deciding what strength you want and getting a more prestigious brand. I use Formatt Hitech for my Q2 but that’s because I hadn’t heard of Urth before I bought them! 

[Farrell Gallery]

I have a 3 stop and 6 stop Breakthrough, color accurate and good. I don't like variable, as they're stacked filters.