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Recon Matte Box | VND/PL + VND Base Kit

$499.99 $599.99

SKU:RCN-VNDPL-BASE

Recon is a hybrid VND matte box that allows you to shot low profile with the filter only, and then attach the hood or stage 2 filters when needed.

Select Kit or Filter:

Recon Kits
Base Filters
Stage 2 Filters

Product variants

Estimated Ship Date November 15, 2025

Recon is a hybrid VND matte box that allows you to shot low profile with the filter only, and then attach the hood or stage 2 filters when needed.

Features

Includes Base VND 3-6, Matte Box, Carbon Flag, 82mm Thread Plate (for use with no VND)
VND 3-6 is 82mm and threads directly onto your lens
Zero vignetting throughout all stages
Quick-Lock Stage 2 filters for fast swaps
Tool-free MatteBox hood clamps to Base Filter instantly

Includes Base VND 3-6, Stage 2 (1/4) Black Mist, Stage 2 Bluemorphic, Matte Box, Carbon Flag, 82mm Thread Plate (for use with no VND)
VND 3-6 is 82mm and threads directly onto your lens
Zero vignetting throughout all stages
Quick-Lock Stage 2 filters for fast swaps
Tool-free MatteBox hood clamps to Base Filter instantly

Includes Base VND 3-6, Base VND/PL 3-6, Matte Box, Carbon Flag, 82mm Thread Plate (for use with no VND)
VND and VND/PL bases are 82mm and thread directly onto your lens
Zero vignetting throughout all stages
Quick-Lock Stage 2 filters for fast swaps
Tool-free MatteBox hood clamps to Base Filter instantly

Includes Base VND 3-6, Base VND/PL 3-6, Stage 2 (1/4) Black Mist. Stage 2 Bluemorphic, Matte Box, Carbon Flag, 82mm Thread Plate (for use with no VND)
VND and VND/PL bases are 82mm and thread directly onto your lens
Zero vignetting throughout all stages
Quick-Lock Stage 2 filters for fast swaps
Tool-free MatteBox hood clamps to Base Filter instantly

Base VND/PL 3-6 Filter threads directly onto 82mm Lens
Accepts all Recon Stage 2 Filters
Built in mounting point for the Recon Matte Box to clamp onto.
Independent control of both Polarization and VND levels
Zero Vignetting down to 15mm focal lengths
Preset Stop range eliminates cross polarization

Base VND 3-6 Filter threads directly onto 82mm Lens
Accepts all Recon Stage 2 Filters
Built in mounting point for the Recon Matte Box to clamp onto.
Zero Vignetting down to 15mm focal lengths
Preset Stop range eliminates cross polarization

Base CP Filter threads directly onto 82mm Lens
Accepts all Recon Stage 2 Filters
Built in mounting point for the Recon Matte Box to clamp onto.
Zero Vignetting down to 15mm focal lengths

Quick-Lock installation directly onto any Recon Base Filter or Plate
Fast Swaps with a fully tool free and threadless design
Includes premium soft filter case
Compatible with VND, VND/PL, CP, and 82mm Recon Plate

Quick-Lock installation directly onto any Recon Base Filter or Plate
Fast Swaps with a fully tool free and threadless design
Includes premium soft filter case
Compatible with VND, VND/PL, CP, and 82mm Recon Plate

Quick-Lock installation directly onto any Recon Base Filter or Plate
Fast Swaps with a fully tool free and threadless design
Includes premium soft filter case
Compatible with VND, VND/PL, CP, and 82mm Recon Plate

Quick-Lock installation directly onto any Recon Base Filter or Plate
Fast Swaps with a fully tool free and threadless design
Includes premium soft filter case
Compatible with VND, VND/PL, CP, and 82mm Recon Plate

Quick-Lock installation directly onto any Recon Base Filter or Plate
Fast Swaps with a fully tool free and threadless design
Includes premium soft filter case
Compatible with VND, VND/PL, CP, and 82mm Recon Plate

Quick-Lock installation directly onto any Recon Base Filter or Plate
Fast Swaps with a fully tool free and threadless design
Includes premium soft filter case
Compatible with VND, VND/PL, CP, and 82mm Recon Plate

Quick-Lock installation directly onto any Recon Base Filter or Plate
Fast Swaps with a fully tool free and threadless design
Includes premium soft filter case
Compatible with VND, VND/PL, CP, and 82mm Recon Plate

Quick-Lock installation directly onto any Recon Base Filter or Plate
Fast Swaps with a fully tool free and threadless design
Includes premium soft filter case
Compatible with VND, VND/PL, CP, and 82mm Recon Plate

Quick-Lock installation directly onto any Recon Base Filter or Plate
Fast Swaps with a fully tool free and threadless design
Includes premium soft filter case
Compatible with VND, VND/PL, CP, and 82mm Recon Plate

Works Well With

Recon | VND/PL Kits

Recon Kits / VND/PL Base Kit

$499.99 $599.99

Lightweight 1-2 Stage Matte Box

The ultimate setup for run-n-gun filmmaking, the Recon Matte Box is available in 3 different base filter setups; the VND, CP, or Chroma VND/PL. The stage 2 clip-in filters attach directly to any of the 3 base filters for complete creative control in achieving desired cinematic looks or ND strength boosters. The Recon Matte Box system also features a removable hood that can be used or removed within various lighting requirements or changes on the move.

Our industry leading VND filter gets an all new Chroma™ glass element with a built-in Polarizer. The polarizer rotates independently from the VND, allowing you to tune from no polarization to full polarization. Additionally, the Chroma™ glass construction gives the captured image an all new hyper-neutral color profile.

Quick Snap Matte Box Hood

The ultra-compact hood and flag can transform Recon into a compact and powerful matte box system. Utilizing a quick-release lever, the hood can be deployed or stowed away instantly.

Seamlessly Add Stage 2 Filters

Quickly combine FX or ND boosters to your base filter with ease, giving you another layer of creative control. Recon's stage 2 filter clip-in design allows for wicked-fast filter swaps without ever worrying about laying a finger on the glass.

Stage-1 Base Polarization

The CP and VND/PL base offers polarization which dramatically reduces glares and reflections.

Stage-2 Mist [1/4]

Give a subtle cinematic softness to your scenes and light sources in-camera.

BlueMorphic VS GoldMorphic

Create stunning anamorphic-style blue or gold streak effects.

Tech Specs

FAQ

Can the Recon be adapted to work with the Helix system?

No. Recon is 82mm, so it’s too small to work with the 101mm Helix filters.

Can I use the Recon Stage 2 filters by themselves, without a CP or VND filter base?

Yes! The 82mm Filter Delete Base found in all of the kits will accept a Recon Stage 2 filter.

What parts do I need to connect the Recon to my LiteChaser 15 Case?

You’d need the LCP15 67mm Adaptor, and the 67-82mm Step-Up Ring.

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