How and Why To Use Filters for Smartphone Filmmaking @SamuelSotiega
How and Why To Use Filters for Smartphone Filmmaking  @SamuelSotiega
Uploaded May 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Are Sandmarc filters variable ND, Hybrid ND/PL and CPL (circular polarizer) the best filters for smartphone filmmaking? If you use your smartpphone for content creation, filmmaking or just recreational filming and you want to achieve the best image quality, these filters are essential. In this video I will show you not jjust how and when, but why you need these filters and you can then decide which one best suit your filming style, if not all of them!! Using filters with your smartphone will help you create amazing cinematic video. In my opinion, Sandmarc filters are some of the best, if not the best you can buy. I hope you enjoy the video!

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▶︎ Equipment featured in this video
Sandmarc Lenses, ND/ PL filters and cases for Smartphones - bit.ly/3DS6Ezt
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Filmic Pro App - filmicpro.com

▶ CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Why Most Variable ND are rubbish
1:05 - Give-Away
1:47 - Auto vs Using Sandmarc VND
2:43 - Sandmarc VND againts the competition
4:48 - Sandmarc Case and filter holder
5:44 - Trick to use Sandmarc VND on bright sunny days
8:28 - Introducing Sandmarc Hybrid ND/PL filter set
8:59 - Montage showing why the hybrid filters are so important
9:31 - Breaking down the Sanmarc hybrid filters
11:08 - Montage showcasing advantages of using Sandmarc hybrid filters
11:41 - Introducing Sandmarc Circular Polarizer CPL filter
12:50 - So, are these filters any good, then?

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