DJI Mini 2 ND Filters - The BEST Drone ND Filters & Why You NEED Them

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DJI Mini 2 ND Filters - The BEST Drone ND Filters & Why You NEED Them. What are DJI Mini 2 ND filters? Why do you need them and what do I think are the best ND filters for the DJI Mini.
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@riderbatang Жыл бұрын

i bought mine in set of 6 - ND 8,16,32, CPL and MCUV. and you nailed it matt. the exposure is now balanced and i can lower my shutter speed. thanks again

@RaavanTheGamer 2 жыл бұрын

really useful information. I bought mini2 2 weeks back and already watched multiple videos and all are great. keep going.

@user-lx4iv8jv4r 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve watched a few videos on settings and nd filters and you definitely did the best job

@djifonefour 2 жыл бұрын

just received mine today, looking forward to trying them out more after this vid. thanks!

@AmanJain-qg5hz 2 жыл бұрын

Please let me know how is it? I'm planning to buy too.

@MihneaStoian 2 жыл бұрын

I started watching the video with the amazon page for the PGY NDs open exactly for the ND64 reason. Ordered them, hope to get some great shots this winter in bright snow.

@ayongkot 2 жыл бұрын

I'm using the Sunnylife ND/PL filters and I'm satisfied with it.

@GlenAllen 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for sharing your knowledge .. ordered the filters. added a subscription to your channel

@tommyamundsen9867 3 жыл бұрын

Short, nice and informative videos. Keep it up. Cheers.

@TheDroneCreative 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, really appreciate your kind words!

@Fourwheeljive 3 жыл бұрын

More great info! Thanx my friend!

@TheDroneCreative 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you - appreciate the kind feedback.

@jonnytacooutdoors Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great video 🎉

@TheDroneCreative Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@41GarageandGrill 3 жыл бұрын

This is great information. Would you consider doing a video how you determine which filter to use when you are in the field? Do you run some test flights and adjust? thanks

@TheDroneCreative 3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate your kind feedback. The short answer is before I take off I hold the drone up roughly in the direction I will be flying and check exposure. Then I can change the ND if necessary before take off. I will put together a video on how to determine which filter and expose correctly - thanks for the idea!

@Joerdodd 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheDroneCreative would love this vid! 👌

@dronevideos1617 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this information. I hadn't considered how hard it would be to fasten without fingerprints on the lens. Order a set of 4 today but doesn't have a CPL filter.

@waynefaherty9548 Жыл бұрын

Hi Matthew, loving all the videos, very informative, what filter should I definitely need in a set if going to the Caribbean...some have a set of 4 others 6.... gonna be pretty sunny . Just looking on Amazon for a set at moment Thanks and keep up the vlogs

@michaelpollina8034 2 жыл бұрын

First, I enjoy your teaching, its important for us newbees to get it right and have fun. On that note, I just need to ask you an unrelated question. As in photography you should always have backup gear. With that in mind I have decided to save for a DJI Mavic 3 , if you have an opinion on this I would love to hear from you. Keep up the good work. I will get used to your accent.

@TheTorgehal 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Matt! Thanks for your informative videos. It would be of interest to know your thoughts on ND filters for the new Mini 3 Pro as well. I see that PolarPro is releasing a combination of ND and adjustable polarisation filter for this drone/camera. In 8, 16 & 32. Which is fine for my usage in mid Norway. But there are probably others to consider frm a pricepoint view. The DJI set comes with a filter way above what I find useful. Looking forward to your thoughts on this and possibly a video on the topic for the Mini 3 Pro!

@gillianferguson2031 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Matt. Loving your videos. Really helping me with my new DJI mini 2. Taking notes like I'm back at school lol. You're great at explaining all the information so a very big thank you! Are these ND filters better than the freewell ones? Unsure which ones to go for. Thanks Gillian 🙂

@TheDroneCreative 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gillian, really appreciate that. To be honest, they are all roughly the same - so I would just pick up the ones I could get cheapest.

@gillianferguson2031 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheDroneCreative OK great thanks 😊

@JonasStuart 2 жыл бұрын

For some reason your link the description is to Freewell NDs rather than the PGYTECH ones you discuss in the video?!

@mjkl614 3 жыл бұрын

Dunnottar Castle, very cool place, missed Aberdeen

@4th_Lensman_of_the_apocalypse 2 жыл бұрын

Your link goes to Freewell filters. I bought the PGYTECH on your recommendation though!

@Nathansmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to see you using PGY Tech. I debated between these and the FreeWell filters. And while it lacks a 4X, if you put on the 8X and move the ISO to 200, you get the same effect with still excellent quality. The PGYTech filters are also all polarized, and while they don't rotate, with the Mini 2 you are always shooting horizontally, so they don't need to rotate.

@willieevans3527 2 жыл бұрын

@@StreetN1ckel No, I think by "horizontally" he means the drone always shoots in landscape format (picture wider than it is high), the gimbal doesn't rotate through 360º like a circular polarising filter can. Not that you'd be able to rotate a circular filter 100 metres up in the air!

@marino3780 Жыл бұрын

rotation of the PL filter has nothing to do with rotation of the gimbal?! You rotate PL filter to adjust it to the degree of light falling on some surface in the scene. Another thing. Even when you set your PL filter angle, you will go up, turn in another direction and for that you will need different angle for the PL. It doesnt make sense. And you cant rotate it in air. So I dont see some good points about it.

@davidmuir6849 6 ай бұрын

Fantastic Regards Dave from Fife

@nickpavlakis3359 2 жыл бұрын

you linked freewel but you have a different one you show on for sale in the video and you don't show videos of which nd filter you're using. Kinda doesnt make sense, id like to see video with what you're using

@pierre-luct9498 2 жыл бұрын

You are using PGYTECH Filters but your links brings me to Freewell Filter. Which one sohuld I get ?

@jeremymilnes7781 2 жыл бұрын

The PGYTECH filters for the mini 2 are fantastic. As for the Freewell filters, I’m sending my Freewell ND4 back. It simply doesn’t fit.

@jodokcello 2 жыл бұрын

Makes it sense to use nd filters also in auto-modus?

@mrdhanicom 2 жыл бұрын

thanks mr mattheww brennan

@702solidink 2 жыл бұрын

Aloha. What filters you recommend for taking videos and photos over the ocean ? Mahalos

@rodneyalberta2020 2 жыл бұрын

have you tryed freewell filters why like these ones better

@elaax4161 2 жыл бұрын

Is the skyreat filters same good as those?They have better shipping in amazon so thats why i would by skyreat. And love your videos, have been watching maby a week, and will buy a mini2 soon, so this channel will/have help me alot that i can get out everything of my drone. Your videos are very great made.Thank you👍🔥

@Ifyoudonttakeitucantfakeit 2 жыл бұрын

Your link goes to freewill standards not whatever you said. Please confirm link

@celticmachinations9313 2 жыл бұрын

which is better pgytech or freewell for DJI mini 2 ?thanks for the reply

@larkinsen 6 ай бұрын

They fit also on Mini 2 SE.

@tikistevo Жыл бұрын

Hi Matt, in manual mode on the dji mini 2 I don’t seem to be able to lock exposure like I can in auto mode. I’ve recently bought these nd filters but noticed the exposure number changing when setting the shutter speed. Cheers

@TrueNorthCaptures 2 жыл бұрын

Hi any issue with gimbal overload warnings? Got the Freewells and was hit with that warning

@warriorpatriot1290 11 ай бұрын

What would you say the best nf filter for the mini 2 is now, 2 yrs later?

@airsoft69 3 жыл бұрын

Great video matt . what's opinion on polarised filters

@TheDroneCreative 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! They are useful if you film in a city or an area with a lot of glass. Anywhere with reflections too. I normally film landscapes so I personally don't find they make much of a difference. The only time I really noticed a big improvement was when I was filming a car driving by - the polarising filter allowed you to see straight through the glass. Thanks for watching!

@airsoft69 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheDroneCreative cheers matt

@TheDroneCreative 3 жыл бұрын

Anytime! Have a great day!

@MyViewsOfTheWorld 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for another great video. You live in Northern Ireland, right? I am in Ireland. We don't exactly get a lot of sun around these parts, so what are the minimum and maximum ND filter you would use? I am looking to order a kit, but they are not cheap so I would like to purchase only the ones I really need. Thanks

@MyViewsOfTheWorld 2 жыл бұрын

Also, do you recommend or have you ever tried the Skyreat brand? I see some reviews saying they are too heavy and cause issues with the Gimbal.

@edwincarrillo4436 Жыл бұрын

Are these filters are compatible with mini 3 pro ?

@iamrevnow 2 жыл бұрын

Seeing a lot of negative reviews on freewell corner cutting. They are now made of plastic and not that quality aluminum etc. Any recommendations for another brand?

@andrzejbrandowski3481 2 жыл бұрын

Do i need ND 32 and ND64 (bright day pack) if im plannin to fly only on sunset , sunrise?

@sanfo2003 2 жыл бұрын

My local DJI factory store will not sell ND filters for the Mini 2 (but they do for every other DJI aerial camera) saying the reason is that filters cause too much wear on that tiny gimbal and can cause an early failure of the gimbal. Food for thought.

@RanchoBurger 2 жыл бұрын

Yikes. Got me not wanting to use them anymore now

@travellingman9031 2 жыл бұрын

Some interesting comments have been posted here especially the ones referring to overall drone weight with a filter attached. The response by one Mini 2 owner stating that his local DJI no longer sold filters for this drone out of concern for the increased load on the gimbal more or less sums up my own thoughts on the subject. The gimbal is a very sensitive part of the entire drone as can be seen from the fine adjustments one is able to set to yaw and my own personal view is that increasing the gimbal weight by the use of filters can, in the long term, only serve to shorten the life of it or, at a minimum, affect the overall stability e.g. the ability to accurately self level.

@dragonspecpc 2 жыл бұрын

Video is about PGYtech.. but the link is free well?

@bengvideos572 Жыл бұрын

Would be nice if you showed us footage with them nd filters on and off .

@TheDroneCreative Жыл бұрын

Here is a more recent video where I show the differences - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bc2Zm6Vqz77OhIU.html . Hope that helps!

@landroverlover1662 2 жыл бұрын

Do they increase the weight much, would you be able to have one as well as a strobe on your mini 2 and keep it under 250g

@willieevans3527 2 жыл бұрын

Each filter weighs only 1.3g, Mini 2 weighs 237g. Still well under 250g.

@TheFbiFilesRepeat 3 жыл бұрын

Does the gimble protector work w these on?

@TheDroneCreative 3 жыл бұрын

It does yes. I just keep an ND filter on at all times and the gimbal protector goes on as normal.

@rumenmetodiev2867 3 жыл бұрын

What about the combination from Neutral density and polarization filter in one, because the one you recommend are maybe the only one that don't have polarization

@TheDroneCreative 3 жыл бұрын

You are right. I don't use polarization for my shots. If you want polarization then you would need to use another set of filters. If you are shooting an area with a lot of glass/reflections then they would help, but I don't find myself in those types of locations often. Thanks for watching - appreciate it.

@ragndroneman 3 жыл бұрын

I think polarising filters are a gimick on drones! How can you dial in the correct angle of polarisation when the drone is so out of reach? Just buy some cheap nd filters and enjoy your flying camera without wasting money.

@TheDroneCreative 3 жыл бұрын

Certainly, on the Mini 2 they can be a bit of a gimmick. Understand the need for them on larger drones with a more detailed image. You are right though, adjusting the polarisation while flying a drone is an art in itself!

@delonhui3855 3 жыл бұрын

Hi when I use a ND filter do I have change the shutter speed? Thank you

@royevans4581 2 жыл бұрын

Change it to twice your frame rate so you get more natural looking video with motion blur. So 4k 30 fps you want 1/60 shutter speed. 1/60 is slow and too much light will enter without a filter, because it is spending more time open and this will make your videos appear washed out. A suitable filter for the conditions will compensate for this. Watch video again for more clarification.

@superfastgame 2 жыл бұрын

Hi matt, nice to meet you. took me months and months of savings and research on deciding which drone. However, I will just start off with this mini 2 and this ND filter first. I am buying this ND filter first even before I got myself a mini 2. I think you are a genuine guy. your recommendation of this ND may or may not work up to expectation because it is subject to each opinion but I have faith. anyway I subscribed to you. cheers mate. I will be coming back to this comment next 2weeks after I tested out with ND. internet is harsh world. stay tune for my update.

@TheMrSakib 2 жыл бұрын

Is getting the mini 2 now a good idea or should I wait for mini 3?

@hernandezperezrealty6859 2 жыл бұрын

Get one now but the Mini 2 refurbished Fly More Package it come just like new with warranty but you will save about $200 from a new one. The Mini 3 is probably going to start at the upper $650-$700 with only one battery.

@MegaFr33dom 3 жыл бұрын

They sound good but its hard to find the set for the Mini2 being sold in the U.S. Your link does not bring you to that set in Amazon.

@rollandklontz 2 жыл бұрын

Go to amazon and type "mini 2 nd filters" and plenty of options are shown

@MegaFr33dom 2 жыл бұрын

@@rollandklontz yes that’s true but not the ones he is recommending.

@marcioventura3135 2 жыл бұрын

I was hoping to find any comparison between ND filters, but... :/

@nikinthemud 2 жыл бұрын

the link to the nd filters says they are for the Mavic Mini 2. will they still work with just the Mini 2? I am so confused

@TeabaggEditing 2 жыл бұрын

The first mini drone by DJI was called "DJI Mavic Mini" and this one is called "DJI Mini 2". Since the Filter fits on both of theses drones I can confirm that the Link shows the correct filters.

@nikinthemud 2 жыл бұрын

@@TeabaggEditing thanks. i have the mini 2 and just got the filters. they fit and work as they should THANKS!

@otszzz79 8 ай бұрын

Yeah, nice. But I would rather get advice from a person without affiliate links

@locksourinthone4796 3 жыл бұрын

For anyone know why I am now starting to get weak signal and lost signal when going less than a mile away? When I first bought it I could go far before losing signal, now it’s losing signal every flight

@TheDroneCreative 3 жыл бұрын

Are you flying in an area with a lot of signals? Or a lot of buildings/mountains that could be interfering? I can lose signal with my Mini 2 even if I am 500meters away - if I drop down below a cliff.

@locksourinthone4796 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheDroneCreative not really. I’m out in a pretty open country side. I use to be able to take it pretty far in the same place, now it’s just not the same. Even though it say connected to 23 satellites. Maybe it’s the new firmware updates?

@TheDroneCreative 3 жыл бұрын

A lot of people online reporting issues with the latest firmware updates and signal problems. I haven't experienced any myself though. Hopefully, a firmware update comes soon to resolve any issues.

@locksourinthone4796 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheDroneCreative Matthew I have another? I have the DJI mini 2. When I recode my flight why are some of my videos end up on DJI and some on the air craft? Is my settings off?

@MSFTV73 3 жыл бұрын

I wished i’ve seen this video early’er. I bought the freewell all day filter set for €123 and they are horrible 😳😖

@TheDroneCreative 3 жыл бұрын

Why do you find them horrible? Would be good for others to know.

@MSFTV73 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheDroneCreative because the freewell filters don’t seem to fit properly,they have a lot of vignet in the bottom corners and my gimble got stuck several times after putting on a ndcpl filter.

@shartdonhit638 3 жыл бұрын

Today is my birthday

@jamskof 2 жыл бұрын

zero mention of the most important factor which is color tinting???

@antonlianpascua5099 2 жыл бұрын

hi i only have a budget for only one ND filter what type of nd filter should i buy?

@HavikenHayes Жыл бұрын

@evanwiger 3 жыл бұрын

I usually just use anti-flickering software to reduce these flickering and jitters. I understand the rule, but I always HATED using it. the mini 2 does a pretty good job at anti-flicker, to begin with. If you want motion blur, sure. I just don't see the point. I've been taking pictures and videos for years and never used this rule. Mini 2 motion blur isn't cinematic. Would rather just use a Davinci Resolve anti-flicker plugin or Motion blur plugin than playing time with the sun here in Alaska and/or with ND filters. Polarization with filters is great though. The only reason I would use ND filters. Can anyone convince me that I should start buying more ND filters and shooting in 1/60th?

@TeabaggEditing 2 жыл бұрын

It doesn't make any sense when you say "Mini 2 motion blur isn't cinematic". It literally does not matter which camera you are using. It all comes down to shutter speed as explained. I've been a filmmaker for 3 years now and the reason that you want to use that shutter speed rule is to get the right motion blur. In real life there is motion blur too that you see with your eyes every time something moves fast. The 180° Shutter rule mimics this motion blur almost the same as it is in RL. Having a way faster shutter speed reduces the motion blur and therefore doesn't look "realistic" to your eye. Some might not notice it right away but in your sub Consciousness it makes you feel weird because something is off. The term "cinematic" also has a lot of meanings but getting the correct motion blur is definitely one of them. A motion blur plugin might the solution when you don't have access to ND filters but I'd rather do it in camera, cause we all know "fix it in post" is a bad attitude.

@Falasi4 3 жыл бұрын

Hopefully my set of skyreats are ok - they were a father's day gift. ND8-64 + a UV and a CPL 2nd flight and I shot this set of sunset video clips and pics with CPL - pics turned out wayyyyyy lighter than the video parts: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bbt_jJmi062aaIE.html

@maygrethelerum8934 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry, mate - this mix of common knowlegde in photography will probably confuse more than help your newbie mini 2 pilotes...

@LISTEDGames 2 жыл бұрын

59 quid?!?!? Jesus

@jayones584 2 жыл бұрын

Basic review, didn't even cover the performance of the ND filter which is the main part.....

@donaldround160 3 жыл бұрын

Sounds like a commercial.

@TheDroneCreative 3 жыл бұрын

Sorry, I didn't mean for it to come across that way. I wasn't sponsored or influenced in any way - there are other ND filters available, but I do recommend picking up a set for your drone.

@StreetN1ckel 2 жыл бұрын

I still don't understand why you'd want to "blur" your video or motion blur your videos. Makes no sense

@ragndroneman 3 жыл бұрын

No offence...... Have you actually tried other brands......? You mention these being the best because of the way they attach but then state most brands attach in the same fashion?!? As a mini pilot, you might find similar pilots are invested by the magic of affordability. Sunnylife filters are a fraction of the price, I have never left a finger print on the glass installing or removing this brand and should you lose 1, wow £6 to replace! Again no offence but I wouldve felt this review had a bit more integrity if it was a fair comparison and not seeming like sponsorship or the like....... Kinda waiting for the smart controller review coming now but as a mini pilot who wants to spend so much on a controller......

@TheDroneCreative 3 жыл бұрын

None taken. I have tried other brands yes. If you watch, I mention that I found these to be the best because of build quality and the oil/dust resistance. I mentioned that most brands, especially the others I have tried attach the same way, but because of the build quality of these in particular I feel like the small hooks won't be as prone to breaking. The oil and dust resistance is also great as because of the way these and many others attach, it's hard to put them on without touching the filter glass. This is not a comparison video - simply me going through what filters I have found to be the best. Accessories can be a personal choice - so if you found the price/performance of the Sunnylife filters good, go for it. Thanks for watching - really appreciate it.