f1.4+1/60+ISO100+Bright sunny day=What ND?

[dvxuserers]

I'm confused what ND filter do I need, to use with 7D on an average 1 p.m. sunny day (clear sky). I would want to shoot with f1.4, 1/60, lowest ISO possible. Also I have 4x4 Matte Box with two trays. My budget for ND - $150. Is it possible?
Thanks a lot!

[mhood]

I was able to do that very thing with a FaderND and had at least one stop of ND left (some of my shots were overexposed though). Have a look at what I shot in this thread: http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?t=189689&highlight=backyard

[dvxuserers]

Having a Matte Box with filter trays, I would hate using on-lens Fader ND (though I like the usability of it). Also I forgot to mention that I'm planning on getting old Nikkor primes lenses. So, if I get that Fader ND will I have to get different step up rings to mount to different lenses? And do you think only 1 Fader ND would be enough?
Thanks!!!

[mhood]

I have two Canon primes that both take 58mm filters, so I was able to buy only one FaderND. It sounds like you will need to buy for the largest lens and go with step up rings for the others if you go with a FaderND. IIRC, the FaderND's range is from 2 - 8 stops. I shot in broad daylight at 1.4 and 160 ISO and was (again IIRC) at about 7 stops of ND. You could probably stack ND filters in your matt box and achieve the same results.

[dvxuserers]

I guess I need to get two 4x4 1.2 ND and use them together. Both of them will do 8 stops. You think that's enough? I just hate the idea of using step up rings

[KeithAndrews.TV]

Take a look at the options from Cokin and Hi-Tech. Although the Cokin filter holders require the use of step rings, you do only have to own as many different rings as you have different lens diameters.

Stay away from the Cokin resin filters and stick to the filters from Hi-Tech. I own a 0.6 and a 1.2 ND filter from Hi-Tech and really like the results I get using them. You can stack up to three filters on the Cokin holder at one time. They also make a shallower holder for use with wide angle lenses. I did a couple of reviews on the forum that you should be able to find with a quick search.

[dvxuserers]

Can anyone comment one this filter:
Opti-Flex
4x4" Neutral Density (ND) 1.2 Resin Filter

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/110147-REG/Opti_Flex_OP4406_4x4_Neutral_Density_ND_.html

[dvxuserers]

Take a look at the options from Cokin and Hi-Tech. Although the Cokin filter holders require the use of step rings, you do only have to own as many different rings as you have different lens diameters.

Stay away from the Cokin resin filters and stick to the filters from Hi-Tech. I own a 0.6 and a 1.2 ND filter from Hi-Tech and really like the results I get using them. You can stack up to three filters on the Cokin holder at one time. They also make a shallower holder for use with wide angle lenses. I did a couple of reviews on the forum that you should be able to find with a quick search.

Is 0.6 and 1.2 together enough for you when shooting at bright light with 1.4-1.8, 1/60, lowest ISO?

[dvxuserers]

Does anyone using IR filters with ND?

[boulder]

question...why do you need the matte box? I just use the normal photographic flower pedal sun shades and they work great

[mikeshu]

I can't say from too much experience since I've never used mine extensively, but with French flags, the matte boxes offer much more control and flexibility in controlling light. They can be adjusted and be much longer than the lens shades can. The ability to use it with virtually any lens diameter helps too. Though it's a bit annoying to use it with telescoping zoom lenses.