HVX + 35mm + stockings = ?

[J P]

This weekend I am shooting a commercial, using the HVX with a 35mm adaptor (not sure which one yet) and probably Zeiss Super Speeds or Ultra Primes. Mostly day exteriors in the desert, some interiors to be lit.

I am considering adding a nylon or silk stocking to either the rear or front element of the lens to diffuse the image and make some glowing highlights. But I am worried that considering the 35 adaptor and 35 lens on the HVX -- that's lots of glass -- adding a stocking may be too much to ask from this setup. Anyone tried this?

 

[J P]

Update: Looks like it is going to be the mini35 with the Super Speeds.

 

[jpbankesmercer]

J P it's J.P. here...
I've stuck allsorts infront of the lens and mostly wished I'd tried something in post
J.P. (The original)

 

[endmarks]

I haven't tried a net on an 35mm adapter but I have used a net extensively on a f900.
It can be tricky. 1st you need to attach properly. 2nd you should use a looser pattern net, such as a Tulle. 3rd, shoot wide open and on a tighter lens.

I would avoid in front. just not the same

It looks UFB when lit properly. I say test and go.

 

[Barry_Green]

to diffuse the image and make some glowing highlights.

The ground glass will do both of those for you already.

 

[HDkilledFILM.]

The ground glass will do both of those for you already.

Agreed, the soft look will come with the adapter, if you want it softer do it in post. Just my 2c.

 

[Poi Boy]

I agree, I wouldn't add anything to the lens.
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