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The PolarPro blog is your go-to resource for mastering photography and videography gear, offering expert tips, in-depth tutorials, and creative inspiration. Whether you’re a professional or an enthusiast, explore techniques and tools to elevate your craft and capture stunning visuals.
How and When to use a 10-Stop ND Filter
Join us on another PolarPro adventure in Yosemite Valley, where we explore the QuartzLine ND1000/PL filter. This 10-stop ND and polarization filter reduces glare and reflections, perfect for long exposures and smooth timelapses, offering less image degradation than stacking filters.
At What Aperture is the Mavic 2 Pro Sharpest?
Testing the Mavic 2 Pro's aperture (f/2.8-f/11) in real-world scenarios. Sharpest results found at f/2.8 and f/4. Detail softens at f/5.6. f/2.8 offers shallow depth of field. ND filters crucial for bright conditions.
Capturing Cinematic Content with your Mavic 2
Master cinematic drone footage with these 5 creative Mavic 2 Zoom moves and 6 pro settings for the Mavic 2 Pro. From Dolly Zooms to D-LOG-M profiles, unlock smoother shots, better exposure, and stunning visuals with precision controls and ND filters.
Shutter Speed, Frame Rate and the 180° Rule
How to Shoot a Drone Hyperlapse
Join us on a scenic trip up California's Highway 1 as we show you how to capture a stunning drone hyperlapse. From ocean waves to surfers at Pleasure Point, we cover location tips, ideal camera settings, and key flight strategies for smooth results.
How do ND filters work and how will they affect my DJI Mavic footage?
Many DJI Mavic pilots use ND filters to avoid overexposure and choppy footage, capturing smooth, cinematic shots with little post-processing. ND filters reduce light, tricking the camera into slower shutter speeds, improving video quality in bright daylight conditions.