Do ND filters add stress to the gimbal?

JamesG2571 · Apr 9, 2016

Hello,

I am looking at getting some ND filters for my p3s. Here's the ones I'm talking about

{ FILTER SET FOR DJI } DJI Phantom 3 Standard Drone: Amazon.co.uk: Camera & Photo

But I'm slightly worries that the extra weight would cause damage to the gimbal motors... Anyone had any experience which this particular kit?

James.

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Malakai · Apr 9, 2016

I haven't noticed any issues yet with the neewer ND variable, its a little heavier than the stock UV filter. I don't have it on all the time though. Only when needed.

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OrlyP · Apr 9, 2016

Apparently, mileage varies depending on the actual filter kit weight and probably even the gimbal motor tolerances.

I have the same set but with a different brand; XIT. Though, they virtually look identical to the link you posted. Same contents in the package, down to the same stock photo.

Anyway, I was having problems when I use the CPL filter (heaviest filter of the bunch). I had to add some ballast/counterweight behind the camera to balance it. It actually worked well.

The counterweight doesn't seem to affect the gimbal even if I unscrew the CPL.

Michael Humphrey · Apr 9, 2016

oj88 said:
Apparently, mileage varies depending on the actual filter kit weight and probably even the gimbal motor tolerances.

I have the same set but with a different brand; XIT. Though, they virtually look identical to the link you posted. Same contents in the package, down to the same stock photo.

Anyway, I was having problems when I use the CPL filter (heaviest filter of the bunch). I had to add some ballast/counterweight behind the camera to balance it. It actually worked well.

The counterweight doesn't seem to affect the gimbal even if I unscrew the CPL.

My polarizing filter seems heavy. The cam will fall to straight down and back to original setting.
You got pics of how and what you used to counterweight the filter?

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OrlyP · Apr 9, 2016

Michael Humphrey said:
My polarizing filter seems heavy. The cam will fall to straight down and back to original setting.
You got pics of how and what you used to counterweight the filter?

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