NiSi Cine Drop-In Filter FS ND8

NiSi Cine Drop-In Filter FS ND8 — 3-stop light reduction for NiSi ATHENA lenses

The NiSi Cine Drop-In Filter FS ND8 reduces light by three stops, allowing you to use slower shutter speeds and wider apertures with NiSi ATHENA full-frame prime lenses that have a drop-in filter slot. It delivers neutral, true-to-life results while fitting snugly into the ATHENA lenses’ drop-in slot for straightforward in-lens use.

Key features and creative benefits

• Designed specifically for use with NiSi ATHENA full-frame prime lenses that feature a drop-in filter slot.
• Darkens the overall image by 3 stops, enabling intentional motion blur and controlled exposure.
• Allows slower shutter speed utilization for cinematic motion rendering.
• Facilitates wider aperture settings to help isolate subjects with a shallow depth of field.
• Delivers full-spectrum neutrality to maintain authentic, true-to-life colors.
• Enhanced with NiSi Optical Nano Coating technology to protect image clarity and reduce unwanted artifacts.
• Crafted from high-quality optical glass to preserve image detail.
• Encased in a lightweight yet robust aluminum frame built to withstand field use.
• Comes with a convenient carry case for protected and easy transportation.

Design and optical quality

NiSi engineered this drop-in filter with high-grade optical glass and their Optical Nano Coating technology. As a result, the filter maintains full-spectrum neutrality, keeping color fidelity and image clarity intact. In practical terms, you can achieve slower shutter speeds and wider apertures without introducing unwanted color shifts or distortions.

The filter sits securely in the Athena lens’ drop-in slot. Because it fits snugly, it becomes an integrated part of the lens workflow and stays ready for creative use wherever shooting takes you.

Durability and portability

NiSi pairs the optical element with a lightweight, robust aluminum frame. This construction balances strength and weight for regular field use. Furthermore, the filter ships with a carry case so you can transport it safely and have it on hand when you need to change your exposure approach on set or on location.

Compatibility

This filter is compatible with NiSi ATHENA Full Frame Prime lenses that include a drop-in filter slot. Compatibility with other lenses or systems is not specified.

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

Question: Which lenses work with this NiSi Cine Drop-In Filter FS ND8?
Answer: It is designed for NiSi ATHENA full-frame prime lenses that have a drop-in filter slot. The product description specifies compatibility only with ATHENA primes featuring that slot.

Question: How much light does the filter reduce and what does that enable?
Answer: The filter reduces light by three stops. This reduction lets you use slower shutter speeds to capture motion blur and opens the possibility to shoot with wider apertures for shallower depth of field while keeping correct exposure.

Question: Will the filter change my colors or contrast?
Answer: The filter is described as delivering full-spectrum neutrality and retaining original color fidelity. With NiSi Optical Nano Coating and high-quality optical glass, it aims to preserve colors and clarity without common distortions or color shifts.

Question: How rugged is the filter for location work?
Answer: The optical element is housed in a lightweight yet robust aluminum frame, and the product is described as built to endure field rigors. Additionally, it comes with a carry case for protected transport.

Question: How do I carry and store the filter when not in use?
Answer: The NiSi ATHENA Drop-In Filter includes a convenient carry case for easy transportation and secure storage between shoots.