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- #75 in Camera Lens Effects Filters
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Josiah
Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2025
This is a super fun filter and great for those of use who enjoy the anamorphic streak flare but can't afford a legit lens. Now this gold filter isn't perfect and it will not accurately replicate the anamorphic magic, but it can add these streak flares. I used it while shooting a music video and it turned out super neat! The fibers are gold but the streaks still take on the color of the light they are refracting. You nee dot use it at a low f-stop so that the bokeh and streaks are smooth (if you use it at higher f-stops the bokeh has lines in it and the streaks start to look like bar codes. If you know you want this look, go for it! Its a fun, creative filter for video and photography. Yes, you can do this in post super easily, however, there's is a certain charm (analog photographers especially will agree) to in-camera effects.
Chas
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 6, 2024
I am a fan of K&F Concept and love the fact that they can produce quality products at affordable prices.I obtained this filter with an 82 mm diameter thread, and it attaches to the lens beautifully. However, like a lot of filters, it is easier to access with the lens hood off the lens. In this case, I have found that better results are achieved with the lens hood off. The more light across the filter, the better the result.A nice storage case is provided with the filter, so there is very little chance of it getting damaged when it is tossed into a camera bag.Further use, and, some decent weather, should see my results improving!
SurfinVeggie
Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2024
As with most K&F products I've tested, the build quality of this filter is very good and there didn't seem to be any issues with unintended alterations to the image. I've been pretty impressed with K&F products as a whole, actually, and this is no exception. The gold streak effect is pretty awesome and something that I have been interested in trying for a while due to it's uniqueness - I've just scratched the surface with the creativeness that this filter can provide and look forward to using it in different situations. Having said all that, I don't think there's any way I could have justified buying this (it was a free review product) for the cost. The 52mm that I picked up is listed for $32 and obviously the larger the filter the more it costs. $32 is definitely not super expensive when it comes to photography gear but the cost-to-use ratio wouldn't be in my favor as this is an ultra specific filter that will only be used sparingly. I have K&F diffusion filters that never leave certain lenses because they have an in-camera look that I love. This filter definitely wouldn't fall into the same category. It is a really nice filter though and if you're looking for something like this then the K&F would be something to consider.
Alyx
Reviewed in Spain on September 23, 2024
Un filtro curioso. Al colocarlo delante del objetivo de la cámara, se logra un efecto flare lineal similar al que se obtiene con lentes anamórficas, lo que añade un estilo visual atractivo y artístico a las tomas, y si lo planeas bien, hasta cinematográfico.El filtro se nota que es de calidad. Entre sus capas, incluye filamentos dorados que son los responsables de crear esas líneas de luz en las imágenes. Esto funciona especialmente bien cuando se trabaja con luces intensas o reflejos, generando destellos. Aunque por las noches no es tan efectivo. Las líneas de luz pueden volverse demasiado prominentes cuando hay muchas fuentes luminosas, como faroles o luces de los coches, lo que puede saturar la imagen y hacer que la composición sea demasiado confusa.Es un efecto que puede ahorrar mucho tiempo y dar mejores resultado que lo que se haria en postproducción, pero desde luego hay que usarlo con mesura. Está claro que no es una lente anamórfica, pero da el pego, sobre todo cuando los presupuestos son limitados.
Chris K.
Reviewed in Germany on September 10, 2024
Der Effekt Filter macht einen qualitativ hochwertigen Eindruck und lässt sich problemlos auf das Objektivgewinde aufschrauben. Besonders praktisch ist, dass man den Filter, ähnlich wie bei einem CPL-Filter, drehen kann, um die Richtung der Lichtstreifen zu verändern. Das bietet tolle Möglichkeiten und gibt einem die volle Kontrolle über den Effekt.Der Filter eignet sich hervorragend für kreative Fotografie, vor allem, wenn es um die Inszenierung von Licht geht. Am besten funktioniert der Effekt, wenn kleinere Lichtquellen im Bild vorhanden sind, wie etwa Lichterketten oder Autoscheinwerfer – allerdings sollte man bei größeren Lichtern nicht zu nah an der Lichtquellen sein, um den gewünschten Effekt zu erzielen. Die Lichter werden dabei langgezogen und erzeugen diesen charakteristischen anamorphischen Look.Für mich ist dieser Filter eine großartige Ergänzung zur Fotoausrüstung, insbesondere für Effektvolle Aufnahmen, die das gewisse Extra brauchen. Der Filter bietet nicht nur tolle Effekte, sondern ist auch robust verarbeitet und leicht zu handhaben. Mit dabei ist eine Aufbewahrungsbox, damit man das Glas nicht verkratzt während des Transports.Der Filter vermindert die Bildqualität nicht merklich, es werden nur die Lichter lang gezogen. Was etwas irritierend ist, ist dass in der Beschreibung steht, dass die Linien blau transparent sein sollen, zumindest steht es so geschrieben zur Zeit des Verfassens dieser Rezension. Allerdings ist es so, dass die Linien die Farbe des Lichtes annehmen. Ich hab z.B. eine rötliche Lichterkette fotografiert und die Linien waren auch in der gleichen Farbe, nicht aber Blau. Ich persönlich finde das besser, da man so nicht auf eine Farbe limitiert ist, sondern die Farben besser zum Gesamtbild passen.Alles in allem kann ich diesem Produkt 5 Sterne geben und auch eine Kaufempfehlung aussprechen.
The Homemade Man
Reviewed in Italy on August 31, 2024
Quando ero ragazzo, negli anni 80, nel corredo foografico di mio padre abbondavano i filtri per effetti speciali, tra cui quello per fare le stelline attorno ai lampioni e quello per fare le strisce.Poi, il gusto estetico è cambiato, e questi tipi di effetti speciali sono caduti in disuso.Con l'avvento del digitale, molti filtri fisici sono stati sostituiti da altrettanti effetti generati dai software di post produzione.Visto però il ritorno in auge dei filtri "star", "cross" e come questo "gold streak", montati sulla lente e non generati dal computer, evidentemente gli effetti digitali non sono ancora soddisfacenti quanto quelli ottici.Ho preso questo K&F per curiosità, grazie al programma Vine. Fa parte della linea "buona" del produttore cinese, quella denominata Nano-X. Non ho ancora ben capito la differenza tra le tre serie di filtri K&F, Nano-K, Nano-D e Nano-X, se non la presenza crescente di strati antiriflesso, 18, 24, 28.Anche la qualità del vetro ottico utilizzato dovrebbe essere superiore.Fatto sta che questo Nano-X Gold Streak, fa bene il suo lavoro, creando esattamente l'effetto per il quale viene venduto, cioè le righe dorate attorno alle luci puntiformi, senza impastare l'immagine e senza introdurre dominanti o impastare l'immagine.Ho però notato due problemi:1) va fatta molta attenzione a non stringere alla morte il filtro altrimenti diventa molto difficoltoso svitarlo. Basta portarlo a battuta, non si svita da solo.2) in alcuni frangenti la messa a fuoco può venire ingannata dalle strisce dorate. Non è un difetto del filtro, ma è fisiologico. Meglio quindi impostare la messa a fuoco a punto singolo, anche perché con questi filtri, di solito, si scattano foto di paesaggio urbano o comunque statiche.La realizzazione è davvero buona, con una verniciatura opaca molto bella (forse è anche quella che rende più duro svitare il filtro) e un trattamento delle lenti dall'aspetto meraviglioso, oltre che idrorepellente.Custodia un po' grande perché destinata a tutti i diametri (il mio è da 67, ma la custodia può accogliere anche quelli da 82), ma ben fatta e con una rastrelliera che non fa cadere il filtro nemmeno se apriamo la scatola al contrario.
Crystal
Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2024
I have the blue lens and it worked excellent now with the gold lens. I have a complete set of flare filters. If you want that anamorphic look use a wide angle lens such as a 12 mm or a 16 mm lens put on this filter and align the lines horizontal for that great and amorphic look.It catches the flares very nicely from the top of the screen all the way to the bottom so anything with a bright light will flare outYou can adjust it to vertical or diagonal to your taste. All you have to do is spin it.
Sam I Am
Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2024
Adds a bit a sparkle to night shots. Good way to add interest and glamour to your night shots under the bright lights.
NonoTech
Reviewed in France on December 1, 2024
Ce filtre K&F est un excellent atout pour les photographes cherchant à ajouter des effets de lumière doux et des rayons dorés à leurs photos. Son revêtement réduit les reflets et protège l’objectif des éléments extérieurs.➕ Points positifs :- Effet visuel avec des rayons lumineux.- Revêtement anti-reflets.- Monture en aluminium résistante et facile à utiliser.➖ Points négatifs :- Non étanche, donc à utiliser avec précaution sous la pluie.💡 Avis global : Un filtre efficace pour améliorer la qualité artistique de vos photos, particulièrement utile pour les paysages ou les portraits créatifs.
Boo Radley
Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2024
Personally, I love the blue streak filter more but this one is fun because it’s definitely not something you see as much. The yellow streaks are fun for my narrative pieces and looks a lot like anamorphic flares. K&F always put out high quality products so you can expect nothing less for this
The Hoggatt Project
Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2024
I wanted to try this out to see how close I could get my non-anamorphic lenses to match the horizontal flares you get with real anamorphic lenses. I also wanted to see if it would add some value to my anamorphic lenses as well. However, the flare was too strong in my testing, and I could not get an organic looking result.This is more of a specialized look where you get strong and distinct gold streaks. I didn't test it across all of my lenses, so imagine you might find your desired result if you look hard enough. At this price though, I'm not sure I would take the chance. I much prefer the subtle and organic looking streaks I get from my anamorphic lenses. They were pricey though and why I see a filter like this can be appealing.
I.T.Guy
Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2024
This lens filter provides a nice gold streak effect and is multicoated, adding a unique touch to shots. There’s a slight reduction in image quality, but it’s easily corrected in post-processing. For a fraction of the price of name-brand FX filters, this is a solid choice for experimenting with anamorphic lighting effects without breaking the bank. Highly recommended for creative use!
Matt
Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2024
This filter is used for creating golden, streaking lens flares from light sources. It’s a very pronounced effect and very showy – and probably very easy to over-use. That said, the filter does exactly what it’s meant to do and it does it well, so if this is what you’re looking for it’s a great choice.The build quality, as expected from K&F, is very good. It is aluminum, so it’s probably a good idea to have a filter wrench at the ready in case you need a little help removing it, but I didn’t have any problems. Rotation to set the direction of the streaks is smooth and easy.It’s not an effect that I want to use too often, but it’s a fun thing to have in your bag for the right moments. Definitely worth a purchase!
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