I took these filters to replace others I already had (always K&F concept always purchased here on Amazon) to have something practical, comfortable and light to carry around that fit my new philosophy for the outdoors and family needs (practicality and lightness). What I found was a wonderful surprise. These filters and the case with which they come are not only practical but are also well made, have good optical performance and have no chromatic aberrations. For me they represent a real REVOLUTION and now I'll explain why ...
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02/04/2022
Delighted with my 55mm magnetic filter kit. It is made up of 4 components, an adapter, a UV filter, a polarizing filter and an ND1000 filter. Both the polarizer and the UV have a thread, so they can be screwed onto the front of the lens, but they also have a magnetized part, so the rest of the filters can be placed magnetically on them.
The combinations to use CPL and ND1000 can be:
-Adapter+CPL, Adapter+ND1000 or Adapter + CPL + ND1000
-UV Filter + CPL, UV Filter + ND1000, UV Filter + CPL + ND1000
They come in a padded cover with an inverted zipper to prevent some water from getting inside in case of rain. It can be clipped on your belt or anywhere else for convenient wearing or carrying.
I have several types of filters, threaded, square and these. Without a doubt, the magnetic ones are my favorite filters, I am super happy with them because they are very comfortable to use, especially for that reason, because of the ease of use. It is very easy to put on and take off any of the filters. You leave the UV or the adapter and it is instant to place or remove any of the others. I always have the UV, which also has a thread on the outside to be able to put the lid on, the thread is fine, but the lid remains fixed and does not fall off. In this way, I always have the camera ready to put any of the other filters quickly and easily.
In terms of image quality I have little complaint, I have not appreciated any loss of sharpness or any color cast. I have been able to use both the UV+CPL+ND1000 up to 12mm on my APSC camera without vignetting.
The filter I use the most is the ND1000 and it is very easy to use. Put the parameters you consider for the photo and focus, change the camera to manual focus so that the focus remains fixed, place the ND1000. Now you will see everything dark and you will have to change the time. What time do I use? Very simple, take the time you have set and multiply it by 1000. A 1/125 photo without a filter should be taken at approximately 8 seconds to obtain a similar exposure.
If what you are looking for are good quality filters that do not negatively affect your image and that are very comfortable to transport and use, I would definitely buy magnetic ones. Carrying the squares is sometimes a nuisance and the threaded ones are much more uncomfortable for me, in addition to the risk of them falling, I am a bit of a hand and it has already happened to me several times with the threaded ones. With these at the moment no problem and very happy.
I leave you a video and some photos that I hope will help you!
The combinations to use CPL and ND1000 can be:
-Adapter+CPL, Adapter+ND1000 or Adapter + CPL + ND1000
-UV Filter + CPL, UV Filter + ND1000, UV Filter + CPL + ND1000
They come in a padded cover with an inverted zipper to prevent some water from getting inside in case of rain. It can be clipped on your belt or anywhere else for convenient wearing or carrying.
I have several types of filters, threaded, square and these. Without a doubt, the magnetic ones are my favorite filters, I am super happy with them because they are very comfortable to use, especially for that reason, because of the ease of use. It is very easy to put on and take off any of the filters. You leave the UV or the adapter and it is instant to place or remove any of the others. I always have the UV, which also has a thread on the outside to be able to put the lid on, the thread is fine, but the lid remains fixed and does not fall off. In this way, I always have the camera ready to put any of the other filters quickly and easily.
In terms of image quality I have little complaint, I have not appreciated any loss of sharpness or any color cast. I have been able to use both the UV+CPL+ND1000 up to 12mm on my APSC camera without vignetting.
The filter I use the most is the ND1000 and it is very easy to use. Put the parameters you consider for the photo and focus, change the camera to manual focus so that the focus remains fixed, place the ND1000. Now you will see everything dark and you will have to change the time. What time do I use? Very simple, take the time you have set and multiply it by 1000. A 1/125 photo without a filter should be taken at approximately 8 seconds to obtain a similar exposure.
If what you are looking for are good quality filters that do not negatively affect your image and that are very comfortable to transport and use, I would definitely buy magnetic ones. Carrying the squares is sometimes a nuisance and the threaded ones are much more uncomfortable for me, in addition to the risk of them falling, I am a bit of a hand and it has already happened to me several times with the threaded ones. With these at the moment no problem and very happy.
I leave you a video and some photos that I hope will help you!
01/04/2022
Admittedly, the system of magnetic filters is not entirely new and I cannot say who copied from whom, but I already know K&F from their very good lens adapters and solid tripods. And since I've been flirting with magnetic round filters for a long time, but up to now the prices for such a system have seemed too steep to me, I was of course interested that K&F now also offers something like this.
You can read in my review whether the magnetic K&F round filters were able to convince me or whether the low price demands too many sacrifices here...
So far I have used screw-in filters from Rodenstock, B+W, Heliopan and Haida. So everything is more of a brand where a filter likes to cost what K&F wants here for a complete set including a bag. I was therefore very skeptical about what to expect, also because K&F advertises with Schott glass (hardened and therefore very robust) and 16-fold nano sealing. That sounds surprisingly good at first, but it doesn't have to mean anything in practice, because in the end it's always the optical performance that counts, no matter how great the handling advantages are.
Which is actually better, round filters or a 100mm filter system with plate filters, this question will certainly be asked by everyone who gets into the subject of filter photography. So far, round filters have always had to be screwed into the front thread of the lens, which can be very cumbersome depending on the situation and the lens. Even when several filters were combined, each one had to be screwed onto the previous one individually, which in turn very quickly leads to vignetting, at least whenever the filters have the same diameter as the lens. Therefore, a 100mm or even 150mm plate filter system has always been the first choice for professionals.
But now the topic of round filters has been revolutionized by the introduction of magnetic filters. Changing filters has become so simple that the handling advantage of plate filters no longer exists for me. On the contrary, with plate filters I always have to be extremely careful not to accidentally grab them (fingerprints) and that unfortunately happens very quickly when taking them out of the bag or putting them in the holder. Unlike here with a round filter with its metal frame. Of course it can also happen here that you accidentally touch the glass, but the risk is much smaller and round filters are much more robust. Anyone who has ever dropped a plate filter will know what I mean
You can read in my review whether the magnetic K&F round filters were able to convince me or whether the low price demands too many sacrifices here...
So far I have used screw-in filters from Rodenstock, B+W, Heliopan and Haida. So everything is more of a brand where a filter likes to cost what K&F wants here for a complete set including a bag. I was therefore very skeptical about what to expect, also because K&F advertises with Schott glass (hardened and therefore very robust) and 16-fold nano sealing. That sounds surprisingly good at first, but it doesn't have to mean anything in practice, because in the end it's always the optical performance that counts, no matter how great the handling advantages are.
Which is actually better, round filters or a 100mm filter system with plate filters, this question will certainly be asked by everyone who gets into the subject of filter photography. So far, round filters have always had to be screwed into the front thread of the lens, which can be very cumbersome depending on the situation and the lens. Even when several filters were combined, each one had to be screwed onto the previous one individually, which in turn very quickly leads to vignetting, at least whenever the filters have the same diameter as the lens. Therefore, a 100mm or even 150mm plate filter system has always been the first choice for professionals.
But now the topic of round filters has been revolutionized by the introduction of magnetic filters. Changing filters has become so simple that the handling advantage of plate filters no longer exists for me. On the contrary, with plate filters I always have to be extremely careful not to accidentally grab them (fingerprints) and that unfortunately happens very quickly when taking them out of the bag or putting them in the holder. Unlike here with a round filter with its metal frame. Of course it can also happen here that you accidentally touch the glass, but the risk is much smaller and round filters are much more robust. Anyone who has ever dropped a plate filter will know what I mean
31/03/2022
Finally after 3 products from K&F I found what I was after, the 1st set, screw on one's are good but too fiddly for me, 2nd, square set again great but can't fit lens cap & not enough filters in the range, & finally this set, absolutely fantastic, everything I was wanting, more ND filters will be added to the range, magnet is good, filters have next no colour cast, the CPL is great to use, quick & easy changes with no fuss, compare these with more expensive brands & you will wonder why you spent all that money, these do everything...if not a little better than a few well known products out there, I am so pleased with these I am going to feature them in my YouTube channel.... Moto Tripper UK.
30/03/2022
Been wanting to try these K&F Concept Magnetic Filters since they were announced,
I’m glad I purchased these they’re awesome,
Super easy to use and swap when in the field,
Just attach the magnetic ring to your lens and then it’s simply a case of attaching the filters with ease and swapping out,
No hassle of having to screw the filters on and off, this is totally a game changer in my opinion, I own a fair bit of K&F gear and these are great quality as always,
I have the k&f square filter kits but these are way easier,
The supplied case is really nice too,
They’re not cheap but you get what you pay for, I’m overall extremely happy
I’m glad I purchased these they’re awesome,
Super easy to use and swap when in the field,
Just attach the magnetic ring to your lens and then it’s simply a case of attaching the filters with ease and swapping out,
No hassle of having to screw the filters on and off, this is totally a game changer in my opinion, I own a fair bit of K&F gear and these are great quality as always,
I have the k&f square filter kits but these are way easier,
The supplied case is really nice too,
They’re not cheap but you get what you pay for, I’m overall extremely happy
16/03/2022
I am absolutely satisfied with the overall package price-performance is definitely right here the magnet is strong enough and I could not find any gaps as described in other reviews the bag offers good protection and can be easily attached with the double Velcro fastener and the eyelet for a hook I would buy the magnetic filter set again at any time
15/03/2022
Molto comodi con il meccanismo magnetico. Più volte quelli a vite mi sono rimasti incastrati nelle lenti. Con il ring magnetico sono veloci da cambiare e usare. Quelli di 82mm sono compatibili con il sistema Kase che offre più scelta di filtri ma a un prezzo più alto. Io ho un mix ora dei due brand e mi trovo bene. Per qualità prezzo i filtri K&F si posizione in un ottimo posto. Io li raccomando vivamente
15/03/2022
As a photographer, I use filters, but it's not always easy to put on or take off depending on the situation. But with this system, it becomes so simple that it's almost instantaneous.
The product is of very good construction quality and it comes with a very well made and resistant 4 pocket pouch against possible knocks. It can be attached to the belt with a Velcro. The kit is composed of two screw rings, one UV and one vacuum on which the CPL filter or the ND1000 can be fixed.
I really wanted to go and test this new product. First with the CPL filter alone and then with the CPL filter + the ND1000 together. The results are just astounding. Here are the renderings with the CPL filter on the left and the CPL + ND 1000 on the right. With filters, there is no loss of sharpness, and color drift is almost zero. The CPL filter polarizes perfectly and the ND 1000 filter is very surprising in terms of its performance, it is very thin which limits vignetting, a plus. By using the two together, it is better to avoid ultra wide angle focal lengths, but from 16mm, no worries, you can add them. In addition, they are compatible with my sun visor, I was able to put them on and take them off without having to take them off very easily because the magnetic force is perfectly dosed.
Really very satisfied with this first release, I hope that other intermediate magnetic filters with this system will be released soon to complete the offer.
If there were magnetic lens caps, that would be great.
It is a very good investment and the price is more than correct given the quality and the results obtained.
The product is of very good construction quality and it comes with a very well made and resistant 4 pocket pouch against possible knocks. It can be attached to the belt with a Velcro. The kit is composed of two screw rings, one UV and one vacuum on which the CPL filter or the ND1000 can be fixed.
I really wanted to go and test this new product. First with the CPL filter alone and then with the CPL filter + the ND1000 together. The results are just astounding. Here are the renderings with the CPL filter on the left and the CPL + ND 1000 on the right. With filters, there is no loss of sharpness, and color drift is almost zero. The CPL filter polarizes perfectly and the ND 1000 filter is very surprising in terms of its performance, it is very thin which limits vignetting, a plus. By using the two together, it is better to avoid ultra wide angle focal lengths, but from 16mm, no worries, you can add them. In addition, they are compatible with my sun visor, I was able to put them on and take them off without having to take them off very easily because the magnetic force is perfectly dosed.
Really very satisfied with this first release, I hope that other intermediate magnetic filters with this system will be released soon to complete the offer.
If there were magnetic lens caps, that would be great.
It is a very good investment and the price is more than correct given the quality and the results obtained.
27/01/2022
As a landscape photographer, I found this filter system really interesting. Unlike screw filters, these filters are applied and removed in a fraction of a second, while unlike plate filters they are much less bulky, lighter and, of course, much quicker to install.
PACKAGING AND CARE OF DETAILS
The filters are delivered in a convenient and very well made case with four compartments. The case, in the back, has a hook and loop buckle that we can use to attach it to our tripod or our trousers and, in addition, a metal ring so that it can be attached to our backpack, tripod column or wherever we prefer. Finally, the zip closure of the case is resistant to rain or water infiltration.
The filters are contained and protected individually inside special sachets so as to avoid any potential damage.
CONSTRUCTION
These magnetic filters from the K&F Concept Nano Series are made of optical glass that is perfectly resistant to water, oil and dust. The external frame is in slightly knurled aluminum to allow an excellent grip.
They are extremely thin and, even by mounting all three filters at the same time (UV, CPL and ND1000), the thickness is extremely low.
UV FILTER
In the photographs I took with the UV filter there are no color alterations, no loss of sharpness and details and no dominants of any kind.
POLARIZING FILTER
This polarizing filter provides a pleasant overall contrast to the image, increases the contrast between individual colors and saturates them without overdoing it. In addition, it provides a very slight warm cast which, personally, I do not mind but which is easily corrected in post-production.
PACKAGING AND CARE OF DETAILS
The filters are delivered in a convenient and very well made case with four compartments. The case, in the back, has a hook and loop buckle that we can use to attach it to our tripod or our trousers and, in addition, a metal ring so that it can be attached to our backpack, tripod column or wherever we prefer. Finally, the zip closure of the case is resistant to rain or water infiltration.
The filters are contained and protected individually inside special sachets so as to avoid any potential damage.
CONSTRUCTION
These magnetic filters from the K&F Concept Nano Series are made of optical glass that is perfectly resistant to water, oil and dust. The external frame is in slightly knurled aluminum to allow an excellent grip.
They are extremely thin and, even by mounting all three filters at the same time (UV, CPL and ND1000), the thickness is extremely low.
UV FILTER
In the photographs I took with the UV filter there are no color alterations, no loss of sharpness and details and no dominants of any kind.
POLARIZING FILTER
This polarizing filter provides a pleasant overall contrast to the image, increases the contrast between individual colors and saturates them without overdoing it. In addition, it provides a very slight warm cast which, personally, I do not mind but which is easily corrected in post-production.
05/01/2022