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ND filters - B+W vs Hoya

 
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Jun 30, 2010 22:38 |  #1

Looking at getting a 3 stop screw in ND filter, and have narrowed it down to the Hoya DMC Pro1 (external link) and the B+W one (external link). Both in the same ballpark price-wise. Any recommendations for one over the other? The B+W one is out of stock at that site for the moment, but I'm in no rush if that's the better choice.


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I use only B+W filters, i had few Hoyas that iv gotten for free when i purchased stuff,iv never felt quality to be on par with B+W. I use a 6-stop and 3-stop B+W filter.


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Jul 01, 2010 01:19 |  #3

MR do little wrote in post #10457889 (external link)
I use only B+W filters, i had few Hoyas that iv gotten for free when i purchased iv never felt quality to be on par with B+W. I use a 6-stop and 3-stop B+W filter.

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Jul 01, 2010 01:27 |  #4

Never had a problem with using Hoya ND filters for my strobist work. 3stops.


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Jul 01, 2010 01:32 |  #5

I didn't mention I have the Hoya Super Pro1 CPL, no dramas with it. Also have the B+W 6 stop too, but it's a bit dark and doesn't see much use. Sounds like either are a good choice and similar quality.

@Headshotzx - I read the recent Strobist blog about ND filters and being able to use larger apertures outdoors. Kinda what prompted me to look into this with a more usable 3 stop filter. :)


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Jul 01, 2010 01:35 |  #6

Yeah it worked really well for me:

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I haven't actually used it for landscape shooting yet, so I can't tell of color casts. Practically all my portraiture is color adjusted / toned to fit the mood so I haven't really cared about casts yet.

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Jul 02, 2010 21:35 |  #7

Decided to go with the B+W.


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