X5 filters & lens hoods?

[dopeytree]

Hey, Lately I've been using a variable ND filter on the 15mm lens - however I can't get the lens hood on with the filter on. Anyone got any workarounds? I guess I could buy a lens hood that screws into the filter maybe? or duct tape a lens hood? Just need something to avoid flare as the 15mm lens can get this horrible blue flare at the edges. Same issue with the olympus 45mm as seen here:

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[The Editor]

Hey, Lately I've been using a variable ND filter on the 15mm lens - however I can't get the lens hood on with the filter on. Anyone got any workarounds? I guess I could buy a lens hood that screws into the filter maybe? or duct tape a lens hood? Just need something to avoid flare as the 15mm lens can get this horrible blue flare at the edges. Same issue with the olympus 45mm as seen here:

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[wagoudeau]

Hey, Lately I've been using a variable ND filter on the 15mm lens - however I can't get the lens hood on with the filter on. Anyone got any workarounds? I guess I could buy a lens hood that screws into the filter maybe? or duct tape a lens hood? Just need something to avoid flare as the 15mm lens can get this horrible blue flare at the edges. Same issue with the olympus 45mm as seen here:

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What ND filter are you using with the MFT 15mm? I can do some research for you.

 

[dopeytree]

It's this guy: K&F Concept® 46mm Slim HD Multi-Coated Variable Polarizing ND Neutral Density

I've misplaced my lens hood now for the 15mm anyhow so might end up buying one of those rubber ones. Just depends on the weight. As normally I fly hoodless but with the ND filter & this seems to balance very well... just not good for flare. The other option might be a gaffer tape creation.

 

[dopeytree]

To be honest I'm kind of surprised DJI didn't include some kind of balancing setup for the X5.

 

[wagoudeau]

Ah-- I was about to ask you about your balancing with the ND filter. I do not see the weight on the listing. I only see the shipping weight:

• Manufacturer: Shenzhen Zhuoer Photograph
• Shipping Weight: 18
• Product Dimensions: width: 5.43
  length: 5.91
  depth: 0.87

Without having the lens hood on, you are unable to verify if the X5 is balanced when powered off, correct? My guess it is ok. The ND you are using is not too expensive. Have you thought about using other NDs? I do not suggest taping the hood on for a number of reasons. I use a few different brands with no trouble with ND+Lens hood.

 

[dopeytree]

Turned off it balances perfectly with the lens hood off & this Variable ND filter (which is added onto of the default dji balance ring) I've misplaced the lens hood.