ND filter -- When should it be used?

When the prevailing light conditions are too bright to get proper exposure.

The ND filter is like "sunglasses" for your camera. If you use the auto-iris switch, the DVX will tell you when it needs the ND filter (it'll flash "ND 1/8" or "ND 1/64").
 
My 100B will warn me on screen when it is needed, either 1/8th or 1/64th. I usually need it outdoors on sunny days.
 
Barry_Green said:
When the prevailing light conditions are too bright to get proper exposure.

The ND filter is like "sunglasses" for your camera. If you use the auto-iris switch, the DVX will tell you when it needs the ND filter (it'll flash "ND 1/8" or "ND 1/64").
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Barry,

Thanks for the explanation. It helps.

Chris
 
dieselfoot said:
My 100B will warn me on screen when it is needed, either 1/8th or 1/64th. I usually need it outdoors on sunny days.
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Hey,

I find the sun really bright around 11am-4pm. Soemtimes the conditions are just unbarable.

Chris
 
when i was young said:
Axtually ND filters are used to adjust the DOF as well, not just to cut brightness. A technique often overlooked.
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Thats true, as you shoot with smaller fstop, with filter.
try using different filter for effect.
try star burst for concert.
 
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