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How to use a Variable ND Filter

How to use a Variable ND Filter

Introducing the highly anticipated Peter McKinnon Edition VND from PolarPro—crafted for creators who crave flexibility, clarity, and cinematic motion. With fixed stop ranges, superior optics, and zero cross-pattern down to 16mm, it's a game changer.

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DJI Osmo Pocket Cinematic Frame Rates

DJI Osmo Pocket Cinematic Frame Rates

PolarPro dives into DJI Osmo Pocket frame rates—24fps for cinematic feel, 30fps for realism, 60fps for smooth motion or half-speed slow-mo, and 120fps for dramatic 1/4-speed shots. Learn when to use each to level up your video projects!

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Making the Shot: Gimbal Vs. Handheld

Making the Shot: Gimbal Vs. Handheld

Gimbals offer smooth shots but aren't always ideal. Focusing can be tricky, the "floating" look may not fit the story (handheld adds human touch), and repetition gets boring. Use tools that serve the narrative; mix it up with tripods or handheld.

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How and When to use a 10-Stop ND Filter

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.

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ND Filters and ISO; a Direct Relationship

ND Filters and ISO; a Direct Relationship

ISO controls image noise and adjusts with light—lower in bright scenes, higher in low light. ND filters help maintain low ISO in bright light, reducing noise while allowing creative control over shutter speed and aperture for sharper, cleaner shots.

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How to find thread size

Lens Thread Size and Step Rings 101

"Stepping rings allow you to use filters across lenses of different sizes, saving you from buying separate filters. By choosing the right size and material, stepping rings streamline your gear and prevent vignetting, making them a must-have for photographers."

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Why Shoot In DLOG-M

Why Shoot In DLOG-M

"Our team ventured into the Sierras to capture stunning footage, using D-Log on the Mavic 2 Pro for maximum dynamic range. Elektra LUTs streamlined post-production, matching Mavic 2 and Sony A7III footage seamlessly. D-Log ensures cinematic quality and vibrant color grading."

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