Cinematographer
Mit Lee 298 auf Fenstern kann ich den Dynamikumfang der Szene kontrollieren. Der Helligkeitsunterschied zwischen Innen und Aussen wird reduziert.
Neutral density filter by Lee Filters — cuts light by 4 stops without color shift. Standard for daylight shooting with wide aperture or slow shutter speeds.
Definition
Lee 298 is a Neutral Density (ND) filter with a density of 1.2, which corresponds to a reduction of 4 stops. The filter reduces the amount of light without altering the color temperature.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Filter Density | ND 1.2 |
| Light Reduction | 4 Stops (1/16) |
| Transmission | 6.25% |
| Color Shift | Neutral (no color cast) |
ND Filter Series
| Lee # | Density | Stops | Transmission |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lee 209 | ND 0.3 | 1 Stop | 50% |
| Lee 210 | ND 0.6 | 2 Stops | 25% |
| Lee 211 | ND 0.9 | 3 Stops | 12.5% |
| Lee 298 | ND 1.2 | 4 Stops | 6.25% |
| Lee 299 | ND 1.5 | 5 Stops | 3.1% |
Application
Lee 298 is primarily used for:
- Window Filtering: Reduction of bright daylight
- Fixture Dimming: Strong reduction without color shift
- Combination: Stackable with CTB/CTO for color correction + reduction
Practical Tips
- For extreme situations, combine Lee 298 + Lee 209 = 5 Stops
- Use frames on windows for clean installation
- Do not use directly on hot > 500W fixtures
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Perspectives
Producer
Lee 298 Rollen fuer Fensterfilterung sind guenstiger als elektronische ND-Systeme. Kosteneffektive Loesung fuer Location-Drehs.
Gaffer
Lee 298 ist mein Standard fuer starke Fensterreduktion. 4 Stops machen helle Sonnenfenster filmbar ohne Ueberbelichtung.
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