p.1 #1 · NiSi S6 ALPHA 150mm Filter Holder for 12-24GM (anyone using)
I have been looking at ND filter options for my 12-24gm lens. I have been looking at the Haida rear filters and thought I was going to go this route. Now thinking differently. Not sure I want to have to take off the lens to attach or change a filter. Now thinking of this NiSi set-up. I am not interested n the filters that attach to the camera body, basically for same reason as the Haida rear filters. Thanks.
p.1 #2 · NiSi S6 ALPHA 150mm Filter Holder for 12-24GM (anyone using)
johncocci wrote:
I have been looking at ND filter options for my 12-24gm lens. I have been looking at the Haida rear filters and thought I was going to go this route. Now thinking differently. Not sure I want to have to take off the lens to attach or change a filter. Now thinking of this NiSi set-up. I am not interested n the filters that attach to the camera body, basically for same reason as the Haida rear filters. Thanks.
John
I had both options -- I originally started with the Haida rear filters and as you said found them a PITA to use (though the one time change to the rear of the lens to add the holder wasn't as scary as I though, just putting the filters in/out was definitely not something you want to do in the field...)
So bought the NiSi S6 system -- found it worked well (easy/secure to add the holder and change the filters) but only used a few times (as sold the lens in a fit of stupidity).
Only issue with the system is how large the whole setup us -- if you are backpacking to a location for a landscape shoot its a commitment in space (though at least its not heavy).
p.1 #3 · NiSi S6 ALPHA 150mm Filter Holder for 12-24GM (anyone using)
graeme wrote:
I had both options -- I originally started with the Haida rear filters and as you said found them a PITA to use (though the one time change to the rear of the lens to add the holder wasn't as scary as I though, just putting the filters in/out was definitely not something you want to do in the field...)
So bought the NiSi S6 system -- found it worked well (easy/secure to add the holder and change the filters) but only used a few times (as sold the lens in a fit of stupidity).
Only issue with the system is how large the whole setup us -- if you are backpacking to a location for a landscape shoot its a commitment in space (though at least its not heavy).
p.1 #4 · NiSi S6 ALPHA 150mm Filter Holder for 12-24GM (anyone using)
I have a Nisi S6 system for my Sigma 14-24mm.
I have both the CPL holder, CPL filter, the 150mm filter holder frame and a medium 150 x 170mm graduated ND filter. I also have the Haida rear lens filters that fit in the lens body.
What I learned:
The CPL attaches magnetically but the bond between the filter and holder is not a strong bond. If you move your camera/lens with the CPL in place you need to be careful as any jarring will cause the CPL to pop out. I only carry mine with the lens facing upwards or take it out completely.
Last winter the using the graduated ND filter fell out of the holder and shattered on the ground. They're supposed to be strong but they aren't bulletproof! Expensive lesson and now I completely remove it before moving my camera.
As I said, I also have the full set of Haida ND filters that fit into the rear of the lens. They came free as part of a bundle with the Sigma 14-24mm from B&H during a promotion.
Buying a pro set of 3, 6, 10-stop ND's would be quite expensive whereas the Haida's are listed today at $109.00. The combination of both the Nisi system and the Haida's of these work well and might be a good option for you to look at.
If Graeme offers you a deal on his kit I'd jump on it over a new set.
p.1 #5 · NiSi S6 ALPHA 150mm Filter Holder for 12-24GM (anyone using)
Al Trujillo wrote:
I have a Nisi S6 system for my Sigma 14-24mm.
I have both the CPL holder, CPL filter, the 150mm filter holder frame and a medium 150 x 170mm graduated ND filter. I also have the Haida rear lens filters that fit in the lens body.
What I learned:
The CPL attaches magnetically but the bond between the filter and holder is not a strong bond. If you move your camera/lens with the CPL in place you need to be careful as any jarring will cause the CPL to pop out. I only carry mine with the lens facing upwards or take it out completely.
Last winter the using the graduated ND filter fell out of the holder and shattered on the ground. They're supposed to be strong but they aren't bulletproof! Expensive lesson and now I completely remove it before moving my camera.
As I said, I also have the full set of Haida ND filters that fit into the rear of the lens. They came free as part of a bundle with the Sigma 14-24mm from B&H during a promotion.
Buying a pro set of 3, 6, 10-stop ND's would be quite expensive whereas the Haida's are listed today at $109.00. The combination of both the Nisi system and the Haida's of these work well and might be a good option for you to look at.
If Graeme offers you a deal on his kit I'd jump on it over a new set.
