This Changes Everything: Freewell V2 Filter System Review & Demo
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- čas přidán 3. 07. 2024
- In this video, I share my review on the Freewell V2 VND/CPL Magnetic Filter System, as well as how and why I like to use it for my videos.
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00:00 Introduction
00:44 Initial Thoughts & Disclaimer
02:18 Features
09:16 Intro Scene Breakdown
12:00 Small Improvement
12:34 Price
13:06 Final Thoughts - Krátké a kreslené filmy
This is THE video I was looking for ! Thanks for this accurate review. Greetings from south of France ☀
Absolutely, I'm so glad the video could help! Thank you so much for watching the video my friend, it truly means a lot. Cheers!
Thanks friend, because of this video I decided to buy this filter, greetings from Ecuador 👏
That's awesome, I hope you enjoy this filter as much I do! It's been such a huge help in my work. Thank you for watching the video and for reaching out my friend, I truly appreciate a ton, cheers!
Thank you!
Absolutely! I'm glad the video could help. Thank you so much for watching!
First comment baby! Another great video, Ryan!
You're awesome my friend! Thank you so much for watching, I really appreciate it a ton! Cheers, Matt!
Great video!!!
But what do I need if I want to mount this filter to an smaller lens?
I see different adapters, but can’t figure out what is right?
Hopefully you can tell me what I need if I want to use it on more then one lens 🙌🏽
Thank you so much! I really appreciate that a lot. Absolutely I’m happy to help! Freewell has adapter rings for other sizes as well. You should be able to find them on their website and I think on Amazon. Here is a link below.
www.freewellgear.com/en/v2-hybrid-vndcpl/1144-2150-v2-base-ring-cap.html#/49-dslr_thread_size-82mm
I hope this helps! Thank you so much for watching the video my friend, cheers!
I want to get it, but I’m worried I won’t be able to use a mattebox with it as well. I heard the smallrig mattebox mini works with VND, but don’t know if it would work with this specific filter since most say “put the filter on first.”
considering the magnetic aspect, maybe that’s a benefit???
I’d just need the ring and then I can put the mattebox on with just the magnetic ring, and then just magnetically attatch the actual filter?
That’s the setup I’m seeking 🤷🏽♂️🤦🏽♂️
A valid concern for sure! I haven't had the opportunity to work with the SmallRig Mattebox Mini, but I don't believe that this filter system is compatible with a mattebox. However, Freewell has a mattebox option. I've left a link below if you're interested in checking it out. Although, I personally haven't tested this specific product, but hopefully it will help you to get you a little closer to what you are looking for in your research.
I hope this helps! Thank you so much for watching the video. Cheers!
www.freewellgear.com/en/151-eiger-matte-box
Two questions:
1) Do you ever find yourself wanting to just use the VND aspect and being frustrated you have to also adjust your CPL rotation to not mess up the shot?
2) With the adapter ring screwed in can you still use your normal lens cap with you don't have the freewell attached?
Great questions! I've been using a VND/CPL combo for a few years before I had access to the V2 and I don't really find it too much of a hassle to have to adjust both the VND and the CPL. But I do find myself adjusting for both fairly often in my work, so I think that's a big part of why.
I could still put my Sony lens cap back on with the adapter ring but it doesn't stay on very well. For me, it's great to have the front cap and the back cap available to cover my lens. If I don't need the VND for a particular shot, but I still want an option to cover my lens in-between takes without removing the adapter ring, then I can just put the VND back in the case, flip the back cap around and that will magnetize to my lens. It's a pretty strong magnet and stays on really well when I have it in my bag, but I can easily remove it when I need to quickly get a shot.
I hope this helps! Thank you for watching the video and for reaching out, it truly means a lot. Cheers!
Great video, seriously considering buying it.
Only worry is, what if I only need 1 or 2 stops though? Do you ever find yourself in this situation?
Thank you! A valid concern for sure and something I thought about as well when I got the V2. After using it for sometime, I can honestly say that I haven't felt myself in a situation where I needed 1 to 2 stops. But this is just what's been working for me personally. For me, the ability to change filters and adjust the look and amount of light I need quickly has been a huge help in my work, but I might consider taking a look at the work you're currently doing and see what works best for you. And if you find yourself in need of 1 to 2 stops often. Also, if your camera has pretty good low light capabilities then this can be a huge help in terms of the flexibility you can get from your ND filter as well.
I hope this helps! Thank you so much for watching the video and for reaching out my friend, cheers!
@@foxandcrowncreative thanks for your feedback, I decided to pull the trigger since the value for money it's a no-brainer. I guess maybe during sunsets or shooting indoors may cause that problem of needing only 1-2 stops, but I'll try to compensate it with the ISO (Sony a7IV user here), hopefully works fine. Cheers man, keep up the good work.
Absolutely, I'm happy I could help! Thank you my friend, I really appreciate that a ton, cheers!
Do you know of a matte box I can use with this? The screws don’t clear the 2 matte boxes I own. Would love to pair this lens with a matte box…
Hey! That's a great question for sure. I don't unfortunately but it is something I have been trying to figure out myself as well. I do have filters for the matte box I currently have, but it would be great to have the option of using this filter as well. I'm sorry I can't be of more help! If I do come across a matte box that is compatible I'll definitely let you know.
My question is how long until the magnetism wares off from heat and temperature changes. 1 year, 3 years? Main reason i haven't switched from screw on yet. 5 years minimum for the price to be worth it, imo.
Absolutely, great question! Although I wouldn't know for sure, for me, the magnet seems to be solid in the amount of time that I've had it. It also has a locking system to lock the ND in place. Which is nice to have that peace of mind. It's truthfully been an amazing tool for my work personally. But I'm definitely interested to see how this magnet holds up in a few years.
Thank you for for watching the video, and for reaching out with your feedback. It truly means a lot. Cheers!
Good point. My other freewell ND filters with magnetic caps are very loose, always come off in my bag.
What tripod are you using @9:45
Hey! It's a tripod from a band called ESDDI, that I bought years ago. I don't think that brand exists anymore, at least not on Amazon, but if you type "esddi camera tripod" into the Amazon search bar you'll see a bunch of tripods that are very similar. SmallRig has one that look super similar to the one I'm using in the video. I've left a link to it below if you'd like to check it out.
I hope this helps! Thank you for watching the video my friend, cheers!
SmallRig Tripod: a.co/d/54LlSR7
@@foxandcrowncreative Thank you!!!!
Absolutely, I'm happy I could help!